THE NORTHERN HIMALAYAS · GARHWAL HIMALAYAS

Kedartal

A demanding journey from Gangotri to a dramatic high-altitude glacial lake surrounded by some of the most striking peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas.

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~4,700 M LAKE ALTITUDE
~28–32 KM TREK DISTANCE
7 DAYS DURATION
DIFFICULT DIFFICULTY
01 · THE JOURNEY

Into the high mountains.
Towards Kedartal.

Kedartal is one of the most dramatic high-altitude lake treks in Uttarakhand. The journey begins from Gangotri and follows the Kedar Ganga valley into increasingly rugged Himalayan terrain.

The trail moves through forested sections, mountain camps and alpine landscapes before reaching Kedartal, a spectacular glacial lake surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks.

With significant altitude gain, rocky terrain and a demanding high-altitude day, Kedartal is best suited to trekkers with good fitness and previous experience on mountain trails.

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THE HEART OF THE TREK

Kedartal Lake

A high-altitude glacial lake surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Gangotri Himalayas.

02 · DAY BY DAY

The Kedartal
route.

A practical seven-day base itinerary for the Kedartal route. Final timings and overnight locations may change according to weather, trail conditions, permits and group pace.

01
DEHRADUN / RISHIKESH → GANGOTRI

Drive into the mountains.

Begin the journey with a scenic drive towards Gangotri through the mountain valleys of Uttarakhand. The route passes through Uttarkashi and follows the Bhagirathi valley towards Gangotri.

On arrival, settle in and prepare for the trek ahead. Keep the evening relaxed and allow your body to begin adjusting to the altitude.

Overnight: Gangotri · ~3,100 m
02
ACCLIMATIZATION · GANGOTRI

Prepare for the high trail.

Spend the day acclimatizing in Gangotri. Take a relaxed local walk, rest properly and prepare equipment for the higher sections of the route.

The team can also review the route, weather and current trail conditions before beginning the trekking section.

Overnight: Gangotri · Acclimatization day
03
GANGOTRI → BHOJ KHARAK

Follow the Kedar Ganga.

Begin trekking from Gangotri and enter the Kedar Ganga valley. The trail climbs through forested mountain terrain with increasingly rugged sections.

Maintain a steady pace and take regular breaks as the altitude increases.

Approx. 6–8 km · Overnight at Bhoj Kharak
04
BHOJ KHARAK → KEDAR KHARAK

Higher into the alpine landscape.

Continue upwards from Bhoj Kharak towards Kedar Kharak. Although the distance is shorter than the previous day, the increasing altitude and rugged trail make the walk demanding.

As the forest opens up, the landscape begins to take on a distinctly high-altitude character.

Approx. 3–4 km · Overnight at Kedar Kharak
05
KEDAR KHARAK → KEDARTAL → KEDAR KHARAK

Reach the high-altitude lake.

Start early for the most demanding and rewarding section of the trek. The trail becomes increasingly rocky and alpine as you climb towards Kedartal.

Reach the spectacular lake at approximately 4,700 metres, with the surrounding mountains creating one of the most dramatic landscapes of the journey.

Spend time at the lake according to weather, altitude and group condition, then begin the descent back towards Kedar Kharak.

Approx. 5–6 km round trip · High-altitude day
06
KEDAR KHARAK → GANGOTRI

Descend through the valley.

Begin the descent towards Gangotri, retracing the route through the upper valley and forest sections.

Although the altitude decreases, the long descent can be tiring. Take care on loose and rocky sections and maintain a controlled pace.

Approx. 8–10 km · Overnight at Gangotri
07
GANGOTRI → DEHRADUN / RISHIKESH

The journey home.

After breakfast, begin the drive back through the mountain valleys towards Dehradun or Rishikesh.

The Kedartal journey comes to an end, leaving you with memories of one of the dramatic high-altitude landscapes of Uttarakhand.

Journey ends · Drive back to Dehradun / Rishikesh
03 · ROUTE AT A GLANCE

Gangotri
↓
Bhoj Kharak
↓
Kedar Kharak
↓
Kedartal

~4,700 M Approximate elevation of Kedartal
7 DAYS Base itinerary including acclimatization
DIFFICULT High-altitude trek requiring good fitness
04 · WHY KEDARTAL

Rugged trails.
Giant mountains.

01

Kedartal Lake

Reach a spectacular high-altitude glacial lake deep inside the Gangotri Himalayas.

02

Thalaysagar

With clear conditions, the route offers dramatic views towards the striking Thalaysagar massif.

03

Alpine Terrain

Experience the transition from forest trails into rugged rocky and high-altitude terrain.

04

Gangotri Himalayas

Walk through one of Uttarakhand's most spectacular mountain regions.

05 · PREPARE WELL

Go prepared.
Enjoy more.

01 Good trekking fitness for long mountain walking and sustained altitude gain
02 Layered warm clothing and reliable rain or snow protection
03 Good trekking shoes with reliable grip for rocky terrain
04 Water bottle, personal medicines and basic first aid
05 Headlamp, power bank, sunglasses and sunscreen
06 Follow your trek leader's pace and safety instructions throughout the trek
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