Roopkund Trek
About the Roopkund Trek
Roopkund is one of India’s most adventurous and demanding high-altitude treks.
The journey begins from Wan Village, a serene Himalayan settlement surrounded by terraced fields, dense forests, and warm mountain culture.
As you walk through the trail:
- Children greet you with innocent smiles
- Shepherds move slowly with their flocks
- Forests echo with birdsong and flowing streams
From Ran-Ka-Dhar, the landscape dramatically opens to reveal your first breathtaking view of Mt. Trishul. Crossing the Neel Ganga River, the trail gradually ascends through oak, rhododendron, and alpine forests, bringing you closer to raw Himalayan wilderness.
The vast green stretches of Ali & Bedni Bugyal (Asia’s largest alpine meadows) feel endless—surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks. Reflections of Mt. Trishul and Nanda Ghunti in Bedni Kund create moments of quiet awe.
The final reward is Roopkund Lake, also known as the Mystery Lake, famous for ancient human remains visible near its edges—adding a rare historical and emotional depth to this extraordinary trek.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival at Wan Village
Drive: Rishikesh to Wan (270 km | 10–12 hrs)
Altitude: ~8,000 ft
Highlight: Where the mountains welcome you.
We keep the first day slow—so your body and mind both arrive in the Himalayas.
Activities:
- Pick-up fromRishikesh/Dehradun/Haridwar/Kathgodam/Lalkau (Extra charges)
- Scenic drive via Devprayag, Rudraprayag & Karnaprayag
- Witness the sacred confluence where Bhagirathi and Alaknanda become the Ganga
- Arrival at Wan Village
- Acclimatisation walk & team briefing
- Local dinner & overnight stay
Day 2
Wan village to Gairoli Patal
Trek: 9 km | 5 hrs
Altitude: ~9,000 ft
Highlight: The journey inward begins — complete digital detox.
Your real wilderness experience starts today. Gradual altitude gain builds physical strength and start feeling the real power of your mind to keep motivating you in this trail. .
- Easy walk from Wan to Ran-Ka-Dhar
- Descent to Neel Ganga River
- Steady ascent through dense forest to Gairoli Patal
- Campsite surrounded by oak trees
- Overnight stay in tents
Day 3
Gairoli Patal to Patarnachauni
Trek: 7 km | 4–5 hrs
Altitude: ~13,500 ft
Highlight: Meadows are not for racing. They are for feeling.
Today’s trail is gentle and incredibly scenic.
You walk through Ali & Bedni Bugyal, the largest alpine meadows in Asia.
Visible peaks & surprise include:
- Lord Shiva & Maa Nanda Devi ancient temple
- Bedni Kund
- Mt. Trishul, Mt. Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhamba, Neelkanth, Bandarpuch
- Kedarnath Dome
- Mt. Mrigthuni (clear view from Ali Bugyal)
To avoid cloud cover, we start early.
Overnight stay at Patarnachauni.
Day 4
Patarnachauni to Bagubassa
Trek: 3km | ~4 hrs
Altitude: ~14,000 ft
Highlight: Respect the mountain’s signals.
Today tests endurance, patience, and discipline.
- Zig-zag ascent towards Kalu Vinayak Temple on the ridge
- Snow trail begins (May) other wise clear
- Thinner air—your body starts adapting to high altitude
- Our leaders closely monitor pace, hydration, and health
At Bhagwabasa:
- Camp setup on snow (May) otherwise clear
- Hot lunch
- Training session with gaiters & crampons (if required)
- Early dinner & rest (for summit day)
Day 5
Bagubassa to Roopkund Summit
Trek: 12 km | 7–8 hrs
Altitude: 16500 ft
Highlight: Roopkund is earned, not chased.
We wake up early for the most important day.
The trail is challenging, but our equipment and experienced leadership ensure safety.
- Reach Roopkund Lake—a moment beyond words
- Time for reflection, photography & silent gratitude Maa Nanda Devi.
- Optional attempt to Junargali Pass (weather & health permitting)
- Junargali Top you can witness Top to bottom Mt. Trishul & Mt. Nandaghugati very closely
- After descending:
Lunch at Bhagubassa - Rest & recovery afterthat we start down
- Overnight stay in Patarnachauni
Day 6
Trek: 14 km | 6-7 hrs
Highlight: Strong descent, safe knees.
- Long but comfortable descent
- Controlled pace to protect knees and joints
- Arrival at Wan Village
- Final dinner with the team
- Overnight stay
Patarnachauni to Wan village
Day 7
Wan Village Departure with Smile
Highlight: Leave with strength, not exhaustion. Return home with a new version of your.
After breakfast, departure with:
- Strong legs
- A calm mind
- Stories and memories that stay forever
Inclusion
– Accommodation: Guest House/ Camp.
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea & Snacks, Soup, Sweet, Egg.
-Trek equipments (Sleeping bag, Oxygen meter, Oxygen Cylinder, mattress, Kitchen,
Tent, Toilet Tent, Crampon, Utensils)
– All necessary permits and entry fees.
– First aid medical kits.
-Fees of Guide, Cook and Support staff, who are very well familiar with local conditions, routes and mythological stories which are related to this whole trek.
Exclusion
– Any kind of personal expenses.
– We can arrange transportation with extra charge.
– Mules or porter to carry personal luggage of team. If anyone not able to carry his luggage, charges are extra Rs. 400/- per bag/day.
– Transportation extra charges
– If anyone want extra sight-seen visit which is not mentioned above, Charges extra.
-Anything which is not mentioned under the inclusion is excluded.