Brahmatal Trek

Trek Overview

The brahmatal trek is a popular winter trek in uttarakhand, known for its stunning snow-covered trails and clear views of the himalayan peaks. The trek takes you through beautiful forests of oak and rhododendron, frozen alpine lakes, and open ridgelines with breathtaking mountain scenery. The highlight of the trek is reaching brahmatal summit, from where you can enjoy panoramic views of famous peaks like nanda ghunti, trishul, chaukhamba, and mt. nandadevi. Suitable for beginners with good fitness, the brahmatal trek is best done between december and april, making it one of the best snow treks in india.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Dehradun to Lohajung

Pickup from dehradun railway station at 06:00 am. Drive to lohajung via rishikesh, devprayag, rudraprayag, and karnaprayag. Enjoy scenic mountain views and river valleys along the way.
Drive distance: 280 km | Duration: 9–10 hours | Altitude: 7,589 ft
Overnight stay: hotel at lohajung (twin / triple / four sharing)

Day 02: Lohajung to Bekaltal

Begin the trek from lohajung to bekaltal camp. The trail passes through forests and open clearings with beautiful mountain views.
Trek distance: 6 km | Trek time: 4–5 hours | Altitude: 9,947 ft
Overnight stay: camp (twin / triple sharing)

Day 03: Bekaltal to Brahmatal base camp via Jhandi top

Trek to brahmatal base camp, crossing jhandi top with panoramic views of snow-covered peaks.
Trek distance: 7 km | Trek time: 6–7 hours | Altitude: 10,318 ft
Overnight stay: camp (twin / triple sharing)

Day 04: Brahmatal summit and return to base camp

Early morning trek (around 4:30 am) to brahmatal summit. Enjoy stunning sunrise views from the summit before returning to brahmatal base camp.
Trek distance: 5 km | Trek time: 4–5 hours | Summit altitude: 12,250 ft
Overnight stay: camp (twin / triple sharing)

Day 05: Brahmatal base camp to Lohajung

Trek down from brahmatal base camp to lohajung, retracing the scenic forest trail.
Trek distance: 8 km | Trek time: 4–5 hours | Altitude: 7,589 ft
Overnight stay: hotel at lohajung (twin / triple sharing)

Day 06: Lohajung to Dehradun

Drive back from lohajung to dehradun via rishikesh. Drop at dehradun railway station.
Drive distance: 280 km | Duration: 9–10 hours

Inclusion / Exclusion

Inclusions:

Transportation: Includes pickup and drop from Dehradun to Dehradun with Non AC Tempo Traveller
Accommodation: Hotel stay at Joshimath Twin/Triple sharing- Tent stay on twin sharing basis
Food: All meals provided breakfast, packed lunch, day pack, tea/coffee, snacks, soup, and dinner.
Permits & Fees: Covers forest permit and entrance fees for the entire trek.
Camping Equipment: Includes dome tents, sleeping bags, mattress, liner, pillow, toilet tents, dining tent, table, and stools.
Kitchen & Staff: A dedicated kitchen team handles all cooking and food preparation.
Trekking Staff & Support: Experienced local guides and porters accompany and support you throughout.
Communication & Safety: Equipped with radio walkie-talkies, medical kit, oximeter and oxygen cylinders.
Technical & Safety Gear: Includes crampons, gaiters, ice axe, carabiners, sit harness, and other essential safety gear.

Exclusions:

Personal Insurance, toiletries, and personal medical kit are not included. Please bring your own.
Meals not included: Day 1 – breakfast & lunch, Last day – lunch & dinner.
Porters costs will be extra per bag per day Rs. 400.00 pay Directly our base Slope manager.
Foreign nationals must pay an extra ₹1600 for a permit – passport and visa are required.
Trek permit: Aadhar card and Medical Certificate are necessary for Indian people.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Change/Cancellation of Booking by the Participant

Process

The cancellation process is completely automated. Please log in to your Mountain Hike account and follow the instructions on your dashboard. You can choose between Instant Refund or Cash Refund as per the policy below.

Replacement of Participants

Participants can be replaced through the India Treks dashboard if the booking status is “Paid” and at least 5 days remain before departure. If you face issues, email info@indiatreks.co.in with a screenshot of the error. The new participant must submit a signed undertaking form.

Note: Any Volvo/Train transport booked for the original participant will be automatically canceled and is non-transferable.

Cash Refund Policy

Cash refunds apply only for bookings made without promotional codes or vouchers. Refund amounts will be deducted as follows:

30+ days before departure: 5% deduction
15-30 days before departure: 50% deduction
Less than 15 days before departure: No Refund

Refunds will be processed to the original payment method and are based on the Base Price of the trek, excluding transport, insurance, and portage fees.

Voucher Refund Policy

Voucher refunds are available for all types of bookings, including promotional offers. Refund amounts will be:

5+ days before departure: No deduction
Less than 5 days: No Refund

Vouchers are valid for 10 months from the date of issue. The refunded voucher amount does not include service tax paid during the original booking.

Cancellation or Change Initiated by India Treks

We reserve the right to modify or cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions, natural disasters, low participation, or any force majeure events. If this occurs, you will be given the choice of:

A replacement event of equivalent value
A full refund (processed as a voucher valid for 6 months)

If cancellation is due to low participation, participants can choose between a cash refund or a voucher.

Changes/Cancellation After Departure

Due to Force Majeure

No refund will be provided for cancellations due to force majeure after departure.

Other Reasons

If cancellations occur for reasons other than force majeure, we will attempt to arrange alternative services or provide a refund in the form of a 6-month voucher (or cash, if preferred).

Participant Dropout During the Event

No refund will be provided if a participant voluntarily drops out of the trek. Any additional costs incurred for return arrangements will be borne by the participant.

Early Return from an Event

If a participant returns early due to force majeure or an event ending sooner than planned, additional expenses (extra nights, transport) must be covered by the participant.

Emergency Evacuation

In case of a medical emergency, we will arrange evacuation to the nearest hospital. Any costs for porters, vehicles, ambulance services, or hospitalization must be covered by the participant.

Trek Info

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