THE NORTHERN HIMALAYAS · UTTARKASHI

Dodital

A five-day Himalayan journey through mountain villages, dense forests and alpine landscapes to the peaceful waters of Dodital Lake, with a challenging Darwa Top experience.

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~3,024 M DODITAL ALTITUDE
5 DAYS TREK DURATION
~4,151 M DARWA TOP
EASY–MODERATE DIFFICULTY
01 · THE JOURNEY

Into the forest.
Towards the lake.

Dodital is one of the most beautiful Himalayan lake destinations in Uttarkashi. The TNH route begins by driving to Agoda Village, the practical roadhead and base for the trek.

From Agoda, the trail continues through Bhebra and Manjhi before reaching the peaceful surroundings of Dodital Lake at approximately 3,024 metres.

The fifth-day journey includes the return to Agoda. Trekkers looking for a stronger mountain challenge can take the Darwa Top extension from Dodital, subject to weather, snow and trail conditions.

EXPLORE THE ROUTE →
THE HEART OF THE TREK

Dodital Lake

A peaceful high-altitude lake surrounded by forests, mountain slopes and the quiet atmosphere of the Himalayas.

02 · DAY BY DAY

Five days.
One Himalayan journey.

Our Dodital itinerary is designed around a practical Agoda-based route, allowing the trek to build gradually through forest terrain before reaching Dodital and the high Darwa Top ridge.

BASE / ROADHEAD Agoda Village
TREK DURATION 5 Days
DESTINATION Dodital Lake
HIGH POINT Darwa Top · ~4,151 M
01
DRIVE · DEHRADUN / RISHIKESH → UTTARKASHI → AGODA

Arrive at Agoda Village.

Begin the journey towards Uttarkashi and continue by mountain road to Agoda Village. Agoda serves as the practical base and roadhead for the trek. Once settled, meet the trek team, complete the briefing and prepare your backpack for the trail ahead.

Road journey Agoda Village · ~2,251 M Overnight: Agoda Trek briefing
02
AGODA → BHEBRA → MANJHI

Deeper into the Himalayas.

After breakfast, leave Agoda and enter the forest trail towards Bhebra. The route gradually moves deeper into the mountain landscape, with oak, rhododendron and other Himalayan forest cover along the way. Continue towards Manjhi, a seasonal mountain settlement and traditional stopping point on the Dodital trail.

Approx. 8–9 KM 5–6 Hours Manjhi · ~2,880 M Overnight: Manjhi
03
MANJHI → DODITAL LAKE

Reach the heart of the trek.

Continue from Manjhi towards Dodital. The trail becomes a beautiful forest walk with small streams and changing Himalayan landscapes. After reaching Dodital, settle into camp and spend the afternoon exploring the lake, surrounding forest and the peaceful mountain atmosphere.

Approx. 7–8 KM 4–5 Hours Dodital · ~3,024 M Overnight: Dodital
04
DODITAL → DARWA TOP → DODITAL

Climb towards Darwa Top.

Start early for the most demanding day of the journey. From Dodital, the trail climbs steadily towards the high ridge of Darwa Top. The landscape opens dramatically as the forest gradually gives way to higher mountain terrain. At approximately 4,151 metres, Darwa Top offers wide Himalayan mountain views when weather and visibility allow. Descend back to Dodital for the night.

Approx. 10–12 KM round trip 5–8 Hours Darwa Top · ~4,151 M Overnight: Dodital
IMPORTANT: Darwa Top is a high-altitude section and is dependent on weather, snow, visibility and trail conditions. The trek leader may modify or cancel the ascent when conditions are unsafe.
05
DODITAL → MANJHI → BHEBRA → AGODA

Return through the forest.

After breakfast, begin the descent from Dodital. Retrace the beautiful trail through Manjhi and Bhebra, gradually losing altitude as you make your way back towards Agoda Village. Once you reach Agoda, the trekking section of the Dodital journey comes to an end.

Approx. 15 KM 6–7 Hours Agoda Village · ~2,251 M Trek Ends
03 · ROUTE AT A GLANCE

Agoda Village
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Bhebra
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Manjhi
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Dodital
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Darwa Top
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Dodital
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Agoda

~2,251 M Agoda Village — practical roadhead and base of the TNH Dodital route.
~3,024 M Dodital Lake — the main destination, surrounded by Himalayan forest.
~4,151 M Darwa Top — high-altitude extension reached from Dodital, subject to conditions.
5 DAYS Complete Agoda-based trek itinerary, including the Darwa Top day and return to Agoda.
04 · WHY DODITAL

Quiet trails.
Big landscapes.

01

Himalayan Forests

Long sections of the trail pass through peaceful Himalayan forest, creating a beautiful contrast between shaded paths and open mountain views.

02

Dodital Lake

The emerald-toned alpine lake is the defining destination of the journey and a perfect place to slow down and experience the mountains.

03

Mountain Villages

Agoda, Bhebra and Manjhi give the route a strong connection with the traditional mountain landscape of Uttarkashi.

04

Darwa Top

The high ridge provides an additional challenge and, in suitable conditions, impressive views across the surrounding Himalayan ranges.

05 · PREPARE WELL

Go prepared.
Enjoy more.

01 Layered warm clothing and reliable rain/wind protection
02 Proper trekking shoes with strong grip
03 Water bottle, personal medicines and basic first aid
04 Headlamp, power bank, sunglasses and sunscreen
05 Gloves, warm socks and suitable high-altitude layers
06 Follow your trek leader's pace and safety instructions
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