Roopkund Lake Trek, Uttarakhand

Trek | Adventure | Camping

Set amidst the high mountainous peaks, Roopkund Lake remains in the spotlight for its famous mysteries. so has been nicknamed the 'Mystery Lake' as the remains of thousands of human skeletons and horses belonging to the Palaeolithic age can be seen here. On the base of Trisul and Nanda-Ghunghti Mountain, Roopkund is a picturesque tourist destination that is one of the important places for trekking in the Chamoli District, in the Greater Himalayas.
The Roopkund trek starts from Lohajung or Waan village, a tiny pass seated in the Garhwal Himalayas. This shallow lake has a depth of about 2 meters and is the most popular lake in the entire Uttarakhand. The lake is situated foot of Nanda Ghunghati mountain nestled amidst panoramic mountain scenery, surrounded by a glacier. The Lake is flanked by a rock face named Jyuragali to the North and a peak named Chandania Kot to the East.
Roopkund Trek popularly also known as  “The Mystery Lake or Skeleton Lake”, Roopkund gained immense popularity after skeletons of horses and people from the past were found here. Spooky! Right. Resting in the inner Himalayan regions of Garhwal, Uttarakhand this lake is known to everyone because of another significant reason which is the Nanda Devi Raj Jaat yatra. Surrounded by massive rock glaciers and peaks the lake remains frozen for the entire year. It is situated at an elevation of 4800m but still, the villages on the trail are highly rich in culture and values. We also get to see lush green meadows like Bedni Bugyal and flower beds seasonally.

If you’re trekking in India, the Roopkund trek is a must-do or if you are a fitness lover you should trek for the Roopkund trek it improves your physical health massively, and spending numerous hours on the trail and climbing around stones and rock bounding and uphills give your whole body a workout, so ts improves your strength and cardio fitness. Roopkund is located in the lap of the Trishul line and is famous because of the hundreds of human bones found at the edge of the lake. You become amazing views of peaks like Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Neelkantha, Trishul & Nanda khat .
There is the most beautiful campsite in the Roopkund trial. This trek is mostly recommended for experienced trekkers who are good at trekkers and its physically fit because of its moderate weather and difficulty level.

This trek is a long trek and the difficulty for this trek is high, The best time to do this trek is May - June, and September - October. The lake is covered with ice for most of the year, with the best time to trek in autumn (September to October).

Roopkund Trek Price :

• Rishikesh to Rishikesh (6 days & 5 Nights)
  We start our journey from Rishikesh, which is well-known as the Yoga city of Uttarakhand. This is simply :- Rishikesh - Waan Village - Bedni Bugyal - Bhagwa basa - Roopkund - Waan - Rishikesh. Packages start from - Rs. 11,999 Per Person (Including Accommodation and Meal + Transport) + 18% GST

Nearby famous location for this trek is Kathgodam.Nanital is 55 km far from Kathgodam, so you can visit Nainital a famous tourist spot in the mountains that is visited by a lot of people all around the year. Naini Lake is the heart of Nainital where you can enjoy boating and paddling. Here is the topmost mountain view where you can enjoy the views of Nainital. You can walk on the famous Mall Road where you can buy some reminders from the trip.

Some key Points to be Noted -
• 40% of the payment will be at the time of Advance booking. And the rest 60% of the payment will be before the day of the trip start.
• At any place where entry fees are required, they will be paid by the customer.
• The Meal with this trek will be simple. if travelers want any other option it will be paid for by himself separately.
• Please Carry Necessary equipment and medical kit with you.