Kedartal
A gruelling climb to Shiva's emerald lake
Why this trek is special
- ✦The glacial lake with Thalaysagar rising sheer above it
- ✦The infamous Spider Wall traverse — airy and unforgettable
- ✦Bharal (blue sheep) sightings on high scree slopes
- ✦A short trek that punches far above its length
Difficulty: Difficult
Rated 5/5 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.
A long drive up the Bhagirathi valley to the temple town of Gangotri. Evening aarti by the river, and an early night — you're already at 10,000 ft.
What's included
✓ Inclusions
- ✓ All meals on trek
- ✓ Expedition tents, -15°C sleeping bags & mats
- ✓ Ropes & fixed-line support on the Spider Wall
- ✓ Trek leader + technical guide team
- ✓ Gangotri National Park permits & camping charges
- ✓ Oxygen backup & twice-daily health checks
✗ Exclusions
- ✗ Transport Dehradun ↔ Gangotri (shareable cab)
- ✗ Backpack offloading
- ✗ Personal expenses & insurance
Permits & paperwork
Gangotri National Park entry permits are arranged by us and included — the park caps daily entries, so book early. Prior high-altitude trek experience is mandatory. Carry 2 photos and a govt. photo ID.
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 Kedartal? Month-by-month guides
Weather, temperatures and packing for every month — green months are in season.
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