Satopanth Lake Trek
Region : District Chamoli - Uttarakhand
Duration :6 Nights 7 Days
Level : Moderate
Trekking distance : 50 Kms
Max Altitude : 4600 Meters
Pick up Point : Rishikesh
Drop Point :Rishikesh
Best Season : May-June, Sep-Oct & till mid November (Avoid Monsoon)
The trek to Satopanth Lake trek is also known as Pandav’s trail to heaven, starts from Mana 3 km ahead of Badrinath. the trail ascends higher and one sees Vasudhara Falls at a distance on the other bank of Alakananda River. Then crossing a dangerous glacier, the local name of which is Dhano Glacier, one reaches Laxmivan, 5 km ahead of Vasudhara. The night stay is done at caves or tents, which is very essential on the route. Laxmiban is 13 km from Badrinath. The next day, if one starts early they can reach Chakratirth 5 km ahead, by crossing the Dhano Glacier, at mid-day. After taking a nap, one should immediately start for Sahasradara, 3 km ahead.
The beauty of this trek is that it starts at 3,300m (the altitude of Badrinath) and continues alongside the Alaknanda river until the Alkapuri glacier. The junction of the 2 glaciers is a magnificent sight. The peaks of Neelkanth, Balakun and Satopanth give company throughout the trek. The camping locations on this trek are devoid of any trees and are beautiful alpine meadows. There are numerous waterfalls along the way which make the walk a pleasant sight.
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Difficulty Level : Satopanth Lake Trek
Satopanth lake trek is moderate trek but still difficulty is there as some places way is narrow and crossing river water streams but the beuty of the trek is incredible.
Is it suitable for children's?
Yes, the trek is favorable for children's who are up to 15 years old as the difficulty level is moderater but should be experienced of any treking before.
Is it a good option for the first time trekkers /or families?
This Himalayan trek is graded as moderate to difficult, so can be a choice for a family but depends on the fitness level and himalayan trekking expereience.
Altitude : Satopanth Lake Trek
The altitude Pindari Glacier trek is 4600 metrs. one can attain the maximum altitude depends on the subject to his endurance, and other conditions such as a climate, temperature.
The trek will open up the glimpse of the Alaknada & Sarswati River, Magnificent view of shastradhara waterfall, and many peaks of Himalayas.
The thing that one has to keep in mind is to take the proper medication with them at the higher altitude, though we provide every possible thing it is always better to keep your medicines.
According to your health as this trek is moderate so Hydration is the most important thing when you will trek to the higher altitude, so keep your body hydrated while trekking.
Season : Satopanth Lake Trek
Pindari Glacier trek Best time is between May to June and sep to mid November; the trek to this admirable destination can be planned between these months as the goal glows the most.
Whereas in other months this glorious destination is not so accessible, but in these months one can behold the beauty in abundance, the destination offers the splendid view.
The landscape is beyond imagination; the gigantic mountains wrapped with snow looks mesmerizing.
Enriched by the glory of nature trekking in Uttarakhand can be the best experience in all seasons, where this trekking destination Pindari Glacier is no doubt a delightful one.
<One should bring enough pair of clothes and better quality trekking boots so that the trekker can be covered thoroughly and does not face any difficulty during the stay at this temperature.
There is a vast difference in the mountain temperature, and when it's about the trek to Pindari Glacier trek as it is the higher altitude trek, so it might be possible that one can encounter a little difficulty during acclimatization.
Therefore it is essential to bring all warm clothes, and that may not even affect the backpack too much.
How to reach ?
Rishikesh Railway staion is the best option to reach by train, its well connected with some major cities of India.
you can reach by bus to Badrinath/Joshimath and from there can go by sharing Locat Taxi to Badrinath
