Area: Garhwal Himalayas
Duration: 08 Days\07 Nights
Kedar tal (4912 mts) punctuated with breath stopping close view of Greater Himalayan peaks e.g. Thaleysagar (6904 mts), Brigupanth (6772 mts) and Jogin Group of peaks. The emerald lake with melting snow of Kedar glacier originates kedarganga, a tributary of Bhagirathi, considered as lord Shiva,’s contribution to Bhagirathi.
Day 01: Rishikesh - Uttarkashi drive 5-6 hrs
Arrive Rishikesh, then drive to Uttarkashi. Situated on the bank of roaring Bhagirathi, this town is famous for its institute of mountaineering. Arrive Uttarkashi and transfer to tourist bungalow for meals and overnight stay.
Day 02: Uttarkashi - Gangotri drive 5-6 hrs
Morning after breakfast drive to Gangotri. Lunch enroute at Gangotri. Arrive Gangotri and transfer to tourist bungalow for meals and overnight stay.
Day 03: Gangotri - Bhoj Kharak Trek 5-6 hrs overnight
Morning after breakfast trek to Bhoj Kharak. The steep ascent to Bhoj Kharak starts as we leave the camp. The entire trek is along Kedar Ganga, through fir (cedus) and Bhoj (birch) trees. Arrive Bhoj Kharak. Meals and overnight camp.
Day 04: Bhoj Kharak - Kedar Kharak Trek 4-5 hrs
Today we leave the tree line and trek through a long meadow with Bhrigupanth peak in backdrop. Arrive and camp near the gushing stream in the meadow. Overnight camp.
Day 05: Kedar Kharak - Kedartal trek 4-5 hrs
Today the trek is very steep and through boulders and stones. After 3-4 hrs walking on difficult terrain we reach Kedartal. Enjoy an excellent sunset on Thaleysagar peak with its reflection in the lake. Meals and overnight camp.
Day 06: Kedartal - Bhoj Kharak Trek 4-5 hrs
Early morning witness special sunrise on the peaks and lake. After breakfast trace your steps back to Bhoj kharak. Arrive Bhoj kharak, meals and overnight camp.
Day 07: Bhoj Kharak - Gangotri Trek 4-5 hrs
Early morning start trekking down to Gangotri. Witness evening prayer at Gangotri temple, dedicated to Goddess Ganges. Meals and overnight tourist bungalow.
Day 08: Gangotri - Rishikesh - Own Destination
Morning after breakfast drive towards Rishikesh. Then proceed for onward destination.