QUICK OVERVIEW
Date
June 15 - 23
Arrival Airport
Rishikesh
Accommodation
Homestay/ camps
Duration
8 nights
Meals
All meals
Group size
18-20
SHORT ITINERARY :
DAY 01 : DRIVE FROM RISHIKESH TO LOHAJUNG
Imagine going on a trek which remained closed for years and we get exclusive access to do it. I am myself so so excited to go back on Roopkund trek. I think i will be more excited than you guys 😀
Drive Distance: 216 km | Duration: 9 - 10 hours
DAY 02 : DRIVE FROM LOHAJUNG TO WAN. TREK TO GEHROLI PATAL
Todays trek will have a lot of ascent . Expect the Initial 30-45 minutes of ascent to Ran Ka Dhar and then a 20-minute descent to the river Neel Ganga. We will spend some quality time by this riverside before we start our stiff climb of 3 hours to Gehroli Patal. This camp is so pretty nestled inside forest.
Drive Duration: 1 hour | Trek Duration: 4-5 hours, 5km
DID YOU KNOW?
Roopkund- the skeleton lake is a glacial lake where one can see the bones and skulls of the pilgrims during one month in summer.
DAY 03 : TREK FROM GEHROLI PATAL TO PATAR NACHAUNI
Well well well. Today is a long day. Expect to reach one of the windiest campsite of the trek. We will have Stiff climb for about 2 hours to Ali Bugyal followed by a gentle trail to Bedni Bugyal. Previously we used to camp in Bedni bugyal but not more with the new rules .
Trek Duration: 3 hours | Altitude Gain: 10,000 ft to 11,500 ft , 10km
DID YOU KNOW?
The skeletons were discovered in 1942 by a Ranger. However upon inspection, the skeletons were found to be much older.
DAY 04 : TREK FROM PATAR NACHAUNI TO BHAGWABHASA
We are reaching our highest campsite today. This campsite is so high that there is no sand but only rocks. We will explain more about the history of the trek here.
Trek Duration: 4 hours | Altitude Gain: 11,500 ft to 12,200 ft , 6km
DID YOU KNOW?
In 2004, National Geographic conducted an expedition to retrieve skeletons for further inspection. Due to the alpine conditions, some of the remains had flesh and hair attached to them.
DAY 05 : BHAGWABASA TO ROOPKUND AND FURTHER UP TO JUNARGALI
Today is the D day. Gradual ascent to Roopkund for first 3 hours and with the last 20 minutes consisting of steep zigzag path. Expect to start from campsite by 4am after a quick breakfast. Once we reach Roopkund , the trek leader will decide who all are fit enought to do the next 20-25 minutes steep climb to Junargali. Expect Tricky descent from Roopkund and then we will head back to Patar Nachni.
Altitude Gain and Loss: 14,100 ft to 12,700 ft via 16,000 ft , 12km
DID YOU KNOW?
Skull and shoulder fractures on the skeletons indicated that the pilgrims died due to a huge hailstorm.
DAY 06 : TREK FROM PATAR NACHAUNI TO GEHROLI PATAL
We will track our way back to our first campsite today. Today is a relaxed fun day as you have earned it after such a strenuous trek .
Trek Duration: 5-6 hours | 10KM
DID YOU KNOW?
Roopkund Skeleton Lake is an eco tourism destination which makes stealing anything from the site a punishable offense.
DAY 07 : TREK FROM GEHROLI PATAL TO WAN VILLAGE
Today we will reach back to the base village by 4pm . Maybe we can have a small party also together.
Trek Duration: 7-8 hours | Drive Duration: 1 hour | Altitude Gain and Loss: 12,700 ft to 7,700 ft , 5KM
DID YOU KNOW?
Roopkund is locally known as the Mystery lake, one of the more mythical glacial lakes in Uthrakand.
DAY 08 : DRIVE FROM LOHAJUNG TO RISHIKESH
Today we get back to Rishikesh. You can fly off from Dehradun airport the next day.
Drive Distance: 216 km | Duration: 9-10 hours
SLOTS AVAILABLE :
GROUP TRIP DATES:
FLIGHTS CONSIDERATION :
Onwards : Any evening flight on June 15th
Outwards : Any flight post 10am on June 23rd
COST ( excluding 5% GST )
Rs. 18,500 / person ( Before May 15)
Rs. 19,500/ person ( After May 15)
You are loosing Rs.500 by not referring this trip to your friend ( Refer to 2 friends who might join you & all of you gets Rs.500 off each while you book together )
HOW TO BLOCK A SLOT ?
Step 1 : Block the slot
You can block the slot by paying a token amount of 10,000 INR for this trip either by UPI , credit card/ EMI or by Bank transfer.
Be Proud Of You. A Trip Is Gift To Self. When Was The Last Time You Gifted Yourself ?
Step 2 : Refer 2 people to get a Discount
You are loosing Rs.500 by not referring this trip to your friend ( Refer to 2 friends who might join you & all of you gets Rs.500 off each while you book together )
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR ROOPKUND
1. Homestay/ Camping
2. Transportation : Rishikesh to Rishikesh
3. Accommodation : 2 nights in homestay , 6 days camping
4. Breakfast Bed tea/ coffee
5. All meals during the trek
5. Permits
6. Local Transportation
7. A Trained Outdoor leader to keep you safe. I Promise 🙂
1. Mineral Water or any other room service.
2. Camera Charge
3. Cost of any Extra Day
4. Any expenses due to deviation from the itinerary
5. Accommodation in Rishikesh
6. Meals en route base camp and back
- Before 45 days of trip, there will be 10% cancellation charge.
- Before 30 days and within 44 days of arrival, there will be 25% cancellation charge.
- Before 15 days and within 29 days of arrival ,there will be 50% cancellation charge.
- Within 14 days of trip there will be 100% cancellation charges.
All this been said if you or me can find a replacement for the slot. I will be happy to refund the entire amount. 🙂
*Mandatory: Original ID Proof
Clothes: 2 Fleece jackets, 3 Synthetic / cotton pants,4 sleeves tees, Sunhat, Woollen head-scarf/ muffler, Towel, 2 pairs of thermals, 1 down jacket ( zero degree equivalent ), Waterproof jacket or poncho.
Shoes & socks: High ankle shoes, cotton socks
Skincare essentials: Sunglasses with UV protection, Lip balm Cold cream, Sunscreen lotion
Other accessories: LED Torch/ headlamps (If already bought)
Most people come alone for my trips. About 25% of the people bring a friend or partner.Honestly It really doesn't matter. I have seen on all the batches I have lead. Most people really gel with everyone, even the ones who thought wouldn't gel up, surprise themselves always with the way they got comfortable with everyone.
Each trek/ trip is rated according to the number of days we spend outdoors . If you aren't sure where to start, go with an easy trip or trek.
For trips,
I dreamed of trips where we could go out hike , get exhausted , come back to hotel and have a great evening. This is exactly why some of my trips have Day hikes in it. It is a perfect chance for people who have never hiked in their entire life. Don't worry, We are there :).
For treks,
you can start with Sandhakphu or Chandrashila . You can also benchmark yourself for the treks.
- If you can run for 30 mins and cover around 3-3.5 km , then you can go ahead with an easy trek
- If you can run for 30 mins and cover around 3.5-4 km , then you can go ahead with an moderate trek
- If you can run for 30 mins and cover around 4-5 km , then you can go ahead with an difficult trek
If you have never done a high altitude trek, then start with a easy or Easy- moderate trek. That way you will understand how your body reacts to high altitude and you can check you cardio strength too.
Usually, most batch sizes are between 12-20 people who are aged between 16-38. Most people come alone or with a friend. The trip would feel like you are travelling more with college friends than strangers. We tend to do more outdoorsy things than regular trips .
For example : If we find a very pretty waterfall/ a beautiful sunset / Rainbow on the way. We would stop the vehicle right away to catch the beauty of it.
We usually sleep very late on these trips as we play a lot of group games and most people feel they will miss the precious time with the group members and decides to stay awake.
Here are few places you can read more about the brand and trips
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
