24/02/2022
SATOPANTH LAKE TREK / SRI BADRINATH DARSHAN
Region: Chamoli Garhwal, Uttarakhand
Duration: 4 Nights and 5 Days (Badrinath To Badrinath)
Max altitude: 4600 meters
Approx trekking: 50 kms
Tour Price –
From Badrinath To Badrinath Rs. 15,000 /- per person (6 + Pax)
Satopanth Tal is a glacial lake in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand which is 26 kms from Badrinath. It is located in the midst of snow-capped peaks at an altitude of 4600 m above sea-level. It is believed that on its three corners meditated the holy trio – Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. The lake, considered to be of religious significance to the local residents of Mana Village, popularly known as “The last village of India”, is 3 kms ahead of Badrinath.
This holy triangular shaped lake has a perimeter of 1 km. The snow covered Himalayan peaks of Neelkanth (21638 feet), Satopanth (23026 feet), Swargarohini (20507 feet), Chaukhamba (23419 feet), and Balakun (20040 feet) looms over the waters of the glacial lake. The trek starts from Badrinath and stretches on the right bank of Alaknanda River, after 3km trek on reaching Mata Murti Temple, we can see the famous Mana village at another side of Alaknanda river as well as Keshav Prayag (Confluence of Saraswati & Alaknanda), the trail goes through the lush green Vasundhara valley where one can see the Vasudhara falls.
It is believed that after the war of Mahabharata the Pandavas came to Satopanth valley, in search of peace and on the way to Satopanth, all four brothers Bheema, Arjuna, Nakul & Sahadev died along with Draupadi. Yudhisthira, the eldest of Pandavas could reach to Satopanth and from Swargarohini, he ascended to heaven alive.
WHEN SHOULD I GO?
The Satopanth Tal trek can be done only during the months of may and October except monsoon. After that the trail is blocked due to extreme weather conditions.
WHAT IS THE LEVEL OF FITNESS REQUIRED?
The difficulty level of this trek is moderate thus, if you want to do this trek, your fitness level must be quite good and you must have habit of exercising and walking.
SATOPANTH / SWARGAROHINI TREK (Badrinath To Badrinath ) (4 Nights and 5 Day)
Day 1 – Trek from Badrinath to Laxmivan 10 Km Overnight tent stay, Lunch, dinner provided.
Day 2 - Trek from Laxmivan to Chakrateerth 9 Km. Tent stay, Breakfast, Pack lunch and dinner provided.
Day 3 – Trek from Chakrateerth to Satopanth and Back 10 Km Overnight stay in tents (Breakfast, Lunch and dinner)
Day 4 – Trek from Chakrateerth to Laxmivan 9 km down. Tent Stay (Breakfast, Pack Lunch and Dinner)
Day 5 – Trek from Laxmivan to Badrinath 10 Km
Trek cost - Rs.15,000.00 Per Person, including govt. fee etc. (Badrinath to Badrinath Trek and accommodation in Badrinath will not be provided.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner, tea, soup, Juice and snacks will be provided during trek)
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner, tea, soup, Juice and snacks will be provided during trek)
Included in the cost:
1. Accommodation (4 nights in tent stay on sharing basis)
2. Meals while on trek (hygienic vegetarian food) which included breakfast, packed lunch and dinner
3. Qualified & experienced trek guide
Not included in the cost:
1. Unscheduled stay due to road blocks etc.
WHAT ARE THE GEAR RECOMMENDATIONS?
1. Rucksack with a rain cover (50 to 60 liters)
2. Day Sack with rain cover (30 to 40 liters)
A sturdy rucksack and day sack with a water/rain cover is recommended as during the monsoon the rain showers will greet the trekker as s(he) walks into the majestic valley
3. Trekking shoes
A good pair if trekking shoes with a quality bottom is a must for doing this trek. Waterproof shoes are recommended. Avoid shoes made of foam and cloth.
4. Thermal wears (Upper and Lower)
Temperatures dip specially in night and morning even in June. Thus, make sure you keep thermal wear.
5. Cotton sock (2 pairs)
6. Woolen socks (2 pairs)
7. Undergarments (2 pairs)
8. Gloves (1 pair)
9. T-shirts
10. Trek Pants
11. Woolen cap
12. Sun cap
13. Heavy jacket
14. Raingear
15. Water bottle
164. Sunglasses
17. Sunscreen lotion
18. Toiletries: Tooth Brush, Tooth Paste, Toilet Soap, Tissue papers, etc.
19. Head lamp or torch with extra batteries
20. Personal first aid kit
