An enthralling trekking expedition with
its daunting and thrilling challenges for
even a seasoned trekker or climber, Kalindikhal
trek covers halfway round Garhwal from the
Bhagirathi Valley to the Alaknanda Valley.
The adventurous trek embarks from Gangotri
to Kalindikhal pass through
Nandavan, the base of the Bhagirathi peaks
and Vasukital. Bhagirathi peaks present
the best scenic beauty of Shivling peak
from it base. Along the trail to Vasukital
(4900 m), trekkers experience the sanctity
of nature with elevated peaks all around
the lake bestowing its surface a pearly
gleam. Kalindikhal pass is a tough climb
to an altitude of 5968 meters, where trekkers
find themselves hypnotized by the majestic
and awe-inspiring beauty of snow peaks.
The trekkers than descend to Arwatal, followed
by Mana, the last village on the Chinese
frontier. The trek superbly culminates at
Badrinath with a visit to the holy temple.
Roopkund
Trek
Location
:
Garhwal
Altitude
:
5029 Mts
Best Time
to visit
:
May to June & Sep
to Oct
Grade
:
Moderate Trek
Popular for its mysterious shallow lake
about 2 meters wide surrounded by rocks-strewn
glaciers and snow-clad peaks, Roopkund Trek
is a thrilling trekking expedition with
moderate challenges. Situated in the interior
of the Chamoli district in the lap of Trishul
massif, Roopkund spells mystery with
recovery
of some 500-800 years old human skeletons
and remains of horses, which emerge every
time the snow melts, but still remain unexplained.
The starting point of the trek is Debal,
which is easily approachable by motor from
Almora town. The trek trail passes through
lush green grassy land and conifer forests
tightly fitted into the slopes of hills,
providing trekkers a flavor of nature and
revitalizing their body and mind. The trek
thereafter moves its way along the Pinder
River to approach its possible culmination
at Homekund via Shail Samudra glacier and
then moves on to Ghat or Nandprayag.
