Brahmatal Trek: Get Ready For The Most Immersive Experience In Uttarakhand
In Uttarakhand, the Brahmatal trek is a route that offers the vivacity of rhododendrons, the quaintness of oaks, and the magnificence of mountain peaks. Ask any trekker, and they will also call this route a journey of transformation and nurturing your creativity.
Further, Brahmatal is one of the most loved forest walks, and many bird species flock to this area. Let’s get ready to explore a wonderland of Alpine meadows, flowers, and colossal peaks like Mount Nanda Ghunti, Mount Neelkanth, and Mount Hathi Ghoda.
Here, I present a guide with the details you need to know, the myths and stories around it, and why it is the place where time stands still.
Where Is Brahmatal Trek?
The Brahmatal Trek is located in the Uttarkashi district of the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Also, it belongs to the Western Garhwal region of the Himalayas.
Brahmatal Trek begins from Lohajung, which is in the Chamoli District. Chamoli District is one of the best places to go for stargazing in Uttarakhand.
How To Reach Brahmatal Trek?
You can reach Brahmatal Trek from Lohajung, which is also the starting point for the RoopKund trek. First, you have to reach from the Kathgodam railway station or the Pant Nagar airport.
From the Kathgodam railway station, you will get a shared jeep to reach Lohajung. Also, if you are traveling from the Pant Nagar airport, you have to first go to Kathgodam and then take a shared ride to Lohajung.
Many tourists also prefer to visit Lohajung from Rishikesh, the Yoga and meditation capital of the world. Many people love to spend some days at Rishikesh to soak in the religious fervor. However, remember that the journey to Lohajung by road is strenuous. You will have to cover a distance of more than 250 Km, and the journey will take 10+ hours.
Moreover, you can reach Dehradun by train or by air and stay overnight there. Then, in the morning, you can take a shared ride from Dehradun to reach Lohajung.
⁕⁕Did You Know?⁕⁕
Lohajung, the basecamp for Brahmatal Trek, is mythologically important. It is said that Devi Gauri defeated Lohasur here after a fight or “Jung.” Thus, this place got its name as Lohajung.
What Is The Brahmatal Trek Distance? (A Complete Itinerary)
Brahmatal Trek Height – 3856 m
Trekking Grade – Easy
Best Time for Brahmatal Trek: April to June and September to November
The Brahmatal trek distance is around 28 Kms. Further, the trek will take you around 5-6 days to complete. Here is a brief itinerary of the trek for six days.
| Day | Route | Altitude Change | Highlights |
| 1st Day | Reaching Lohajung | 2300+ M | Ali Bedni Bugyal Alpine Meadows Sunrise and Sunset views |
| 2nd Day | Trekking To Gujreni or Lower Bekaltal from Lohajung | 2300+ M to 2750 M | Mandoli Village Kali River Pindari River Kali Valley, born in the confluence of Kali and Pindari rivers Cedar, oak, rhododendron, and conifer jungles Begam top for a beautiful view of Lohajung village Gujreni stream |
| 3rd Day | Trek to Brahmatal from Lower Bekaltal | 2750 M to 3400 M | Mt. Trishul Bekaltal lake Oak and rhododendron forests Mt. Nanda Ghunti Talindi Top Jhandi top vantage point Brahmatal Lake |
| 4th Day | Reaching the Brahmatal Top from Brahmatal and return | 3400 M to 3856 M | Mount Nanda Ghunti, Mt. Chaukhamba Mountain Mount. Neelkanth Mt. Kamet Mt. Hathi Ghoda |
| 5th Day | Trekking to Lohajung from Brahmatal | 3400 M to 2300+ M | Trekking a man-made stone trail Sunset view |
| 6th Day | Departure from Lohajung for Kathgodam/Rishikesh/Dehradun | Descend from 2300+ M | You can explore Gwaldam and Wan Village if you can extend our stay at Lohajung. |
Lohajung itself has many exciting sightseeing locations. Along with the Brahmatal trek, you can also explore the Ronti Saddle, Homkund Lake, and Roopkund Trek.
What Is The Brahmatal Trek Package?
The Brahmatal Trek Package will be INR 9000 – 11500 for each person. Usually, the package will cover the following.
- Food
- Accommodation
- Water
- Mats
- Sleeping Bags
- Tents
- Cooks
- Helpers
- Mules
- Porters
- Certified Guide
Keep some extra cash with you for additional meals or snacks during your journey. Also, there can be miscellaneous personal and emergency expenses.
Does Time Stop At Brahmatal Trek?
There is a common myth that time comes to a standstill at the Brahmatal trek. Is it so? You will not find the hands in your watch ticking slowly. However, when you are immersed in your thoughts, you become oblivious to your physical existence and everything around you. This is the moment when you lose track of time and connect to the ultimate creator.
As you know, the black holes in the universe have infinite density, and the physical time is absent there. Similarly, when something is moving at lightning speed, time does not exist for it.
Again, the entire world and time are about unfolding possibilities and becoming. So, there is a constant conflict between absolute and relative time. You start feeling this confusion more when you are at places like the Brahmatal.
“The essence of relativity is that there is no absolute time, no absolute space. Everything is relative. When you try to discuss time in the context of the universe, you need the simple idea that you isolate part of the universe and call it your clock, and time evolution is only about the relationship between some parts of the universe and that thing you called your clock.”
Further, in these moments, you just don’t see the things around you. You use your mind’s eyes to experience what the moment has to offer. See, these are abstract things and hard to realize unless you are at such a place once in your lifetime. Some specific activities during the Brahmatal trek induce the same feeling within you. Let’s discuss them in detail.
Watching Sunrise From Lohajung
Listen to the “music of silence” as you see the Sun rising from Lohajung. The base camp of the Brahmatal trek also offers a wonderful view of many peaks and valleys.
Having Your Quiet Moments By The Lake
We don’t have to essentially be a painter, a writer, or a performing artist to showcase our creativity. We all have the power to create and nurture within ourselves.
Further, related to the creator of the world (Lord Brahma), Brahmatal lets you connect to your vision and work toward implementing the same.
And it’s really great if you are a writer or a painter. This is the moment to gather all the inspiration!
Camping (In The Woods And Vast Meadows Of Brahmatal)
When you are just into your treks, you will camp in the midst of oaks and rhododendron trees. Camping here in the quietest moment is like listening to nature’s best symphony. The sound of wind passing through the hollow trunks, the ratting of the dried leaves, the swaying of the leaves, and whatnot!
As you advance on your trek route, you can camp and relax in the meadows near Brahmatal. Camping here and watching the beauty of the place change with the natural light throughout the day is an experience you will never forget.
Watching Sunset At The Brahmatal Campsite
It’s melancholic but beautiful to watch the Sun parting for the day from the Brahmatal campsite. The streaks of colors spreading around and soaking you make you reminisce some special yet dirt-covered memories of your childhood and teenage days.
As the Sun sets, the sky gets filled with the brightest stars. You can watch the celestial bodies and contemplate in the darkness of the night.
Enjoying The Mountain Vista From The Top
As you reach the summit of the Brahmatal trek, you behold the famous Himalayan peaks like Chaukhamba, Nanda Ghunti, and Trishul. The magnificence of these peaks and the reflection of light in the snow are truly something transcendental.
Brahmatal Trek And Indulging In Spirituality
Brahmatal Lake is a site of deep religious significance for Hindus. Myths have it that Lord Brahma, the creator of the world, was writing the Vedas. He needed a drop of holy water to turn the pages. So, he created the Brahmatal Lake.
Further, many say that Brahmatal was the lake where Lord Brahma meditated for years for penance. However, once you complete the trek and reach the serene lake, the experience is spiritual and almost transformative, irrespective of your faith. Isn’t it fascinating to be in a place that has many myths associated with the creator, the Prajapati?
If you are aware, you will feel a cosmic connection at the Brahmatal Lake, and there will be a unique pull to your mind and soul. If nothing else, you will feel compelled to mediate here, or the tears rolling down your cheeks will be the purest experience you have had in recent times.
In addition, the Brahmatal Trek route is filled with oaks and rhododendrons. When the lights of the Sun and Moon play in the crystal water of the lake, you feel the magic of nature and the creator of the universe.
Along with the transformative Brahmatal Lake, you will also find the Bekaltal Lake here. This is another glacier lake, adding to the religious value of the space. Literally, Bekaltal means “Frog” and “lake.”
Local people believe that a snake deity protects them from all the natural calamities and perils. A frog is a devoted servant to the deity, and the lake is made for it. You can enjoy stargazing while sitting by Bekaltal Lake. The frozen green lake looks mesmerizing with the reflection of celestial lights.
Final Words
Brahmatal trek is beyond a mountaineering pursuit. It’s a spiritual or elevating experience that inspires you and helps you connect to your inner self. We all feel stuck at some point in our lives, and this is a trek that puts you out of that blockage in your thoughts and ideas.
The famous mountains and peaks and various flora and fauna here add to the visual character of the place. Further, the tranquility of the lakes further prepares you for a more immersive experience. So, let’s explore this beautiful trekking route in Uttarakhand and experience the transformation.
Or, have you ever been to the Brahmatal Lake? How was your experience? Don’t forget to share with us!
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