Brahmatal
The winter trek with lake + summit + views
Why this trek is special
- ✦Face-to-face with Trishul & Nanda Ghunti
- ✦A frozen alpine lake wrapped in oak forests
- ✦Ridge-walk summit with 270° Himalayan views
- ✦Deep snow experience without extreme cold
Difficulty: Moderate
Rated 3/5 on the TrekNova Adventures scale — based on altitude gain, trail length, terrain and exit options.
Altitude profile
Day-wise itinerary
Tap a day to expand. Distances and timings are for an average fit trekker.
Straight out of Lohajung the trail climbs into ancient oak and rhododendron forest. Camp in the quiet clearing of Gujreni, where the only sounds are birds and wind in the canopy.
What's included
✓ Inclusions
- ✓ All meals on trek
- ✓ Alpine tents, -15°C sleeping bags, mats
- ✓ Micro-spikes & gaiters for snow
- ✓ Trek leader + local guides
- ✓ Forest permits & camping fees
✗ Exclusions
- ✗ Transport Rishikesh ↔ Lohajung (shareable cab)
- ✗ Backpack offloading
- ✗ Insurance & personal expenses
Permits & paperwork
Chamoli forest division permits are arranged and included. Carry a govt. photo ID and 2 photos.
Backpack offloading
Don't want to carry your rucksack? Our mules and porters will carry it camp-to-camp while you walk with a light daypack. Bags must be under 9 kg, soft-sided, without wheels.
Cancellation policy
When to do Brahmatal? Month-by-month guides
Weather, temperatures and packing for every month — green months are in season.