Kedar Tal Trek
Rishikesh
6 Night 7 Days
About
Why is Kedar Tal a Must Do trek?
- The trek takes you to Kedar Tal, a serene glacial lake sitting at 15,500 ft, surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks.
- You witness the dramatic Mt. Thalaysagar up close, one of the most iconic and stunning peaks in the Indian Himalayas.
- The trail challenges you with steep climbs, loose rocks, and moraine walks, making it a perfect adventure for experienced trekkers.
- You walk through Gangotri National Park, filled with pine forests, high-altitude landscapes, and alpine wilderness.
- Every sunrise and sunset here is magical, it reflects golden hues on the mountains and across the still waters of the lake.
- You might spot Himalayan wildlife like bharals (blue sheep) and even musk deer.
- You get to spend your nights under starlit skies, surrounded by towering peaks and the stillness of high-altitude wilderness.
- The raw beauty of the trail offers complete isolation and peace, away from the crowded trekking circuits.
- The trek begins from the sacred town of Gangotri, adding a spiritual essence to your high-altitude journey.
Kedar Tal- A High-Altitude Glacial Lake
Have you ever wanted to be in a quiet place where a calm lake and tall mountains surround you in complete stillness? That’s exactly what the Kedartal Trek lets you experience. The journey to Kedartal begins from Gangotri, a small temple town where the Ganga flows with a gushing sound. As you leave the temple town behind, the trail winds through ancient forests of Bhojpatra trees, whose silvery bark and rustling leaves tell tales of mythology and history. The route this trek takes you through is not an easy going trail, it tests you at various points, in fact this is one trek, which starts testing you from the first day into trekking. One such section, the Spider Wall, asks you to climb like a creature of the wild, using both hands and feet to move forward.
The trail to Kedar Tal is not just challenging, it’s incredibly scenic too. As you hike higher, you’ll pass through stretches of wild shrubs and alpine plants that add splashes of yellow, red, and green to the landscape. The lush greenery slowly gives way to rocky terrain, with towering mountains always in the backdrop, making the journey scenic at every step. But it’s the moment you finally reach the lake that truly makes everything worth it. All the steep climbs, narrow paths, and tiring stretches feel small in comparison to what lies ahead. Kedar Tal rests quietly among the mighty Himalayan peaks, its waters crystal-clear and deep blue. The stillness of the lake, surrounded by sharp, snow-covered mountains, creates a beautiful and relaxing feeling. Just being by the lake, watching the reflections of peaks like Thalaysagar, offers a kind of calm that refreshes you and stays for a longer time.
Tour Plan
Dehradun To Gangotri | A Scenic Drive To Gangotri
Altitude(Gangotri): 3,100 m/ 10,200 ft.
Drive Distance: 260 km | 8 to 9 hrs.
Note:
Distance, Altitude, and Trekking hours are approximate and rounded off.
Keep the original and copy of ID proof handy.
Come one day early if planning to come by flight.
We will pick you up at 6 am from the Prince Chowk, Dehradun for an 8-9 hour-long journey to Gangotri
Altitude: 3,100 m/ 10,200 ft.
After breakfast visit Pandav Gufa, Bhagirath Shila, Surya, and Gauri Kund.
Post lunch can visit Gangotri Temple or go shopping.
Altitude (Bhoj Kharak): 3,900 m/ 12,800 ft.
Trek Distance: 7-8km | 5-6 hrs.
Altitude (Kedar Kharak): 4,350 m/ 14,300 ft.
Trek Distance: 3-4 km | 3-4 hrs.
Altitude(Kedar Tal): 4,700 ft/ 15,500 ft.
Trek Distance (One way): 3 km | 3 hrs.
Altitude (Gangotri): 3,100 m/ 10,200 ft.
Trek Distance: 14 km | 8-9 hrs.
Drive Distance: 250 km | 7-8 hrs.
Gangotri to Dehradun driving time may increase due to heavy traffic. Make your further travel plans from Dehradun after 8:30 pm.
Note:
Keep a buffer day in your travel plan.
If buffer day is not used in the travel then it can be used to Explore Dehradun.
Read the article Things to do in Dehradun.
Distance, Altitude, and Trekking hours are approximate and rounded off.
Keep the original and copy of ID proof handy.
Come one day early if planning to come by plane.
Included
- 1. Accommodation (As per itinerary)
- Day 1, Day 2 and Day 6 Stay in a guest house on a triple/quad sharing basis (separate arrangements for male and female).
- Day 3 to Day 5 Accommodation in twin-sharing tents while on the trek.
- 2. Meals (Vegetarian)
- All meals from Dinner on Day 1 to Dinner on Day 6(As per itinerary).
- 3. Professional Support Team
- A versatile base camp manager who ensures clear communication and swiftly deploys additional manpower during emergencies.
- 1 Mountaineering & First Aid Certified Expedition Leader
- 1 Experienced High-Altitude Chef
- Local Guides (Number based on group size)
- Sufficient Support Staff for logistics and safety
- 4. Trek Equipment
- Sleeping bag, sleeping liner, mattress and utensils.
- 3-person all-season trekking tents on a twin-sharing basis
- Kitchen tent, dining tent, and toilet tent
- Camping stools and walkie-talkies
- Technical gear: ropes, helmets, ice axes, harnesses, gaiters, and micro spikes (if required)
- 5. First Aid
- First aid kit
- Stretcher
- Oxygen cylinder
- Blood pressure monitor
- Oximeter
- Stethoscope
- 6. Load Support
- Porters to carry central/common luggage such as camping gear, food supplies, and equipment.
- 7. Permits & Entry Fees
- All required permits and entry fees included (up to the amount charged for Indian nationals).
- 8. Trek Completion Certificate
- Certificate of Completion provided by Trek The Himalayas (TTH).
- 9. Luggage Facility
- You can safely leave your extra luggage at Base Camp during the trek.
Exclude
- Exclusion
- Insurance (For non-Indian Nationals, NRI or OCI card holders).
- Food during the transit.
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Mule or porter to carry personal luggage.
- Emergency evacuation, hospitalization charge, etc.
- Any extra costs incurred due to extension/change of the itinerary due to natural calamities roadblocks, vehicle breakdown, etc. factors beyond our control
- Transportation from Dehradun to Gangotri and Gangotri to Dehradun.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head Inclusion.
- Things can be provided on demand and availability (participant has to pay extra for these things).
- 1. Satellite phone/set phone: A type of mobile phone that connects via radio links via satellites orbiting the Earth instead of terrestrial cell sites like cell phones. Therefore, they can operate in most geographic locations on the Earth's surface.
- Note: Satellite phones are prohibited in Leh-Ladakh, Kashmir, Sikkim due to security concerns related to its proximity to sensitive international borders. Only authorized personnel, like government officials and military, can use them with special permission from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT).
- 2. Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Bag): A portable hyperbaric chamber used in high-altitude emergencies to treat Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).
- 3. Portable life-saving devices designed to treat people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, a medical condition in which the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly.
Cancellation Policy
To request a cancellation, please email us using your registered email ID.
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund Options
5% deduction of trek fee 100% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
30% deduction of trek fee 100% trek fee cash voucher for same trip till one year 85% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
50% deduction of trek fee 80% trek fee cash voucher for same trip till one year 70% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek.
Refund Options
No cash refund 20% trek fee cash voucher for the same trip till one year 10% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend To reschedule a trek (same trek only), a 30 % rescheduling fee of the trek cost will apply. Cancellation Policy (Emergency Cases):
In case of a death in the immediate family (parents, siblings, spouse, children) or if the trekker is hospitalized (min. 48 hours) or suffers a fracture (leg/arm) within a week before the trek, even if canceled a day before:
90% trek fee refund in cash & 10% as a voucher (valid for 1 year, for any India trek).
Valid documents required. We’re here to support you during tough times.
Note:
Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by bharat travels bharat travels holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice Booking and Payments
The Participant is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all details, including Trip dates and personal documentation, at the time of booking. Payments must be made in accordance with the timelines and instructions provided by bharat travels. Late payments may result in cancellation of booking without refund. In the event of a cash refund, only the portion of the payment made in cash shall be eligible for refund in cash. Any booking made using voucher, discounts, promotional codes, or through any non-cash mode of payment shall not be eligible for a cash refund under any circumstances. Refunds, if applicable, shall be processed within 15–30 working days of confirmation. All add-on bookings are subject to the respective add-on cancellation policy, and refunds will be processed accordingly.
Voucher Terms
This is a non-transferable voucher The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Trek The Himalayas The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Trek The Himalayas in India To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id All the other Terms of booking a trek with Trek The Himalayas are applicable to the voucher Itinerary and Modifications
bharat travels reserves the right to modify, shorten, or cancel any part of the Trip due to transportation delays, weather, health emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances including Force Majeure. Cancellations and Refunds
No refunds or vouchers, partial or otherwise, shall be provided for voluntary withdrawal, non-utilisation of services, or removal from the Trip. If bharat travels cancels the Trip before arrival at the designated pick-up point due to unforeseen circumstances or Force Majeure, the Participant may choose from: An alternate Trip/date. A credit voucher valid for one (1) year. Transfer to another Trip, with cost differences payable by the Participant. If the Trip is abandoned post-arrival at the designated pick-up point, no cash refund or voucher shall be issued. The Trek Again Policy may apply at bharat travels’s discretion. bharat travels shall not be liable for any associated travel costs such as flights, accommodation, or visa fees. Force Majeure
Events beyond its control including but not limited to earthquakes, landslides, strikes, curfews, war, pandemic, government restrictions, heavy rainfall or snowfall, windstorms, road blockages, trail disruption, or withdrawal of permits, bharat travels shall not be held liable for any cancellation, delay, or service modification caused by Force Majeure. Government Employees Government employees can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave (SCL) when they join us for a trekking expedition. As per Pay Commission guidelines, up to 30 days of Special Casual Leave can be availed in a calendar year for trekking or mountaineering expeditions conducted through a registered organisation.
Refund Options
5% deduction of trek fee 100% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
30% deduction of trek fee 100% trek fee cash voucher for same trip till one year 85% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
50% deduction of trek fee 80% trek fee cash voucher for same trip till one year 70% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek.
Refund Options
No cash refund 20% trek fee cash voucher for the same trip till one year 10% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend To reschedule a trek (same trek only), a 30 % rescheduling fee of the trek cost will apply. Cancellation Policy (Emergency Cases):
In case of a death in the immediate family (parents, siblings, spouse, children) or if the trekker is hospitalized (min. 48 hours) or suffers a fracture (leg/arm) within a week before the trek, even if canceled a day before:
90% trek fee refund in cash & 10% as a voucher (valid for 1 year, for any India trek).
Valid documents required. We’re here to support you during tough times.
Note:
Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by bharat travels bharat travels holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice Booking and Payments
The Participant is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all details, including Trip dates and personal documentation, at the time of booking. Payments must be made in accordance with the timelines and instructions provided by bharat travels. Late payments may result in cancellation of booking without refund. In the event of a cash refund, only the portion of the payment made in cash shall be eligible for refund in cash. Any booking made using voucher, discounts, promotional codes, or through any non-cash mode of payment shall not be eligible for a cash refund under any circumstances. Refunds, if applicable, shall be processed within 15–30 working days of confirmation. All add-on bookings are subject to the respective add-on cancellation policy, and refunds will be processed accordingly.
Voucher Terms
This is a non-transferable voucher The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Trek The Himalayas The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Trek The Himalayas in India To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id All the other Terms of booking a trek with Trek The Himalayas are applicable to the voucher Itinerary and Modifications
bharat travels reserves the right to modify, shorten, or cancel any part of the Trip due to transportation delays, weather, health emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances including Force Majeure. Cancellations and Refunds
No refunds or vouchers, partial or otherwise, shall be provided for voluntary withdrawal, non-utilisation of services, or removal from the Trip. If bharat travels cancels the Trip before arrival at the designated pick-up point due to unforeseen circumstances or Force Majeure, the Participant may choose from: An alternate Trip/date. A credit voucher valid for one (1) year. Transfer to another Trip, with cost differences payable by the Participant. If the Trip is abandoned post-arrival at the designated pick-up point, no cash refund or voucher shall be issued. The Trek Again Policy may apply at bharat travels’s discretion. bharat travels shall not be liable for any associated travel costs such as flights, accommodation, or visa fees. Force Majeure
Events beyond its control including but not limited to earthquakes, landslides, strikes, curfews, war, pandemic, government restrictions, heavy rainfall or snowfall, windstorms, road blockages, trail disruption, or withdrawal of permits, bharat travels shall not be held liable for any cancellation, delay, or service modification caused by Force Majeure. Government Employees Government employees can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave (SCL) when they join us for a trekking expedition. As per Pay Commission guidelines, up to 30 days of Special Casual Leave can be availed in a calendar year for trekking or mountaineering expeditions conducted through a registered organisation.
Terms & Conditions
Eligiblity for Valley of Flowers Trek
Age Requirement:
Minimum 9 years
First-timers are welcome, though prior trekking experience is preferred. Good fitness is a must.
Fitness Criteria: The Trekker should have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance by jogging in 45 minutes without stress. If the trekker prefers cycling he/ she should be able to cycle 10 km of distance in 30 minutes. Preparation Chart View Download
If the trekker wants to carry a backpack then he/she should be able to carry a 10-12 kg backpack. If opt Off-load option then the trekker should be able to carry a 3-5 kg backpack.
If a trekker's BMI is more or less than the normal range (18-29), please consult our Trek Coordinator before booking.
Fitness Criteria: The Trekker should have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance by jogging in 45 minutes without stress. If the trekker prefers cycling he/ she should be able to cycle 10 km of distance in 30 minutes. Preparation Chart View Download
If the trekker wants to carry a backpack then he/she should be able to carry a 10-12 kg backpack. If opt Off-load option then the trekker should be able to carry a 3-5 kg backpack.
If a trekker's BMI is more or less than the normal range (18-29), please consult our Trek Coordinator before booking.