Overview:
Sahastra Taal also called Darshniya Taal which is a wide valley at height of 16,500 ft. asl and situated between Bhagirathi valley in the west and Bhilangana valley in the east. From Mahasar and Maharani Taal and also from Kush Kalyan Bugyal (Meadow), a high ridge continues towards north and several high altitude small and medium lakes are found on both side of the ridge. From Sahastra Tal, there is a way to go to Khatling Glacier, from where the Bhilangana River originates. This less frequented trail offers grazing pastures, lush green alpine meadows (Bugyal), high Himalayan ranges peaks including Bandarpunch, Black Peak / Kalanag, Jaonli, Srikanth, Draupadi Ka Danda along with Gangotri range. Another major highlight is the high altitude lakes of varying size and depth. Walking on the grasslands like Kush Kalyan and Kyarki Bugyal is a pleasure and fun for any trekker. The panorama of the Garhwal and Kumaon Range is very delightful and relaxing. Do not forget to see the beautiful sunrise and sunset.
About location:
Sahastra Taal, in a remote corner of Tehri Garhwal District of Uttarakhand State. Sahastra Taal is completely isolated place with no permanent human settlements in the vicinity, at the height of 16,000 feet approx. Because it is surrounded by Gangotri ranges and lots of lakes and situated near the base of a Himalayan Sahastra Peak. Despite its increasing popularity, it is generally accessible for up to six months in a year due to its elevation and continuous snow.
History & recent tales:
The mystery of Sahastra Lake is like, Sahastra Taal means 1000 lakes. According to local people there used to be 1000 lakes earlier and legend a king performed a ritual on the shores of this lake by offering a thousand (Sahastra) Brahma Kamal flowers to Lord Vishnu. Some lakes are still and whose darshan is still a privilege for us. Sahastra Tal is said to be the largest and deepest lake of Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
Sahastra Taal is still an untouched and undiscovered place for outdoor travelers. But the local people do visit here once for the months of June and July for centuries. It is new destination Yatra for all Nature above the clouds lover. There are also so many other beautiful and quiet places like Mahasar and Maharani Taal, Arjun Ki Kursi and Draupadi Ka Choola and more during this journey, which have made this trip a lot more enjoyable. Here you will be able to see Gangotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath all ranges in very good form and lots of magnificent lakes.
Trek information:
- Region: Tehri district (Uttarakhand)
- Trek duration: 7 Night / 8 Days
- Difficulty Grade: Moderate to Tough
- Max. altitude: 13,123 Feet
- Hike Distance: 24 km
- Driving Distance: 266 km
Journey Route:
Driving: Dehradun / Rishikesh – Ghansali – Boodha Kedarnath – Titrona village
Trekking: Titrona village – Mahasar Maharani taal – Arjun ki Kursi – Kyakri bugyal – Mamliya Taal – Sahastra Taal
Additional information:
| ALL MEALS | Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch |
|---|---|
| PACKAGE INCLUSIONS | Accommodation, All Meals, First Aid Medical Help, Forest Permits, Entry Fees, Local Guide, Cook & Support Staff, Local Transport, Trek Equipment |
| PACKAGE EXCLUDES | Anything Except Package, Food During the Transit, Insurance, Mules or Porter for personal luggage, Personal expenses, transportation |
| PLACES COVERED | Rishikesh, Chamba, Tehri lake, Ghansali, Boodha Kedarnath Temple |
| THINGS TO CARRY | Back Pack & Rain Cover (50/60 liter)., Personal Medical Kit, Snacks (Energy bars, ORS and dry fruits), Torch, Trek pants, T-shirts(Full sleeves), Wind and waterproof Jacket (Light and warm), Woolen Gloves and Thermal Inners., Walking stick (Advisable at least one)., Water Bottle (Two bottles of 1 liter each) |
Short Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun / Rishikesh to Titrona village
- Altitude: 6,500 feet
- 190 km drive – approx 09 hours
- The journey gives you the view of some beautiful temple area like Boodha Kedarnath and the sangam of Bal Ganga River & Dharm Ganga river.
- Dinner
- Stay in village home
Day 2: Titrona village to Mahasar Maharani Taal
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 10,600 feet
- 10 km trek, approx 7 hours
- The trail passes through the dense forest area.
- Packed lunch & dinner
- Stay in dome tents
Day 3: Mahasar Maharani Taal to Arjun ki Kursi
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 11,384 feet
- 12 km trek, approx 8 hours
- Trail start with the dense forest and some open areas with source of water.
- Packed lunch & dinner
- Stay in dome tents
Day 4: Arjun ki Kursi to Kyarki Bugyal
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 12,976 feet
- 8 km down trek, approx 4 hours
- Packed lunch & dinner
- Stay in dome tents
Day 5: Kyarki Bugyal to Mamliya Taal
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 14,278 ft.
- 10 km down trek – approx 05 hours
- Packed lunch & dinner
- Stay in dome tents
Day 6: Mamliya Taal to Sahastra Taal to Kyarki bugyal
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 14,957 feet
- 2 km trek & then 12 km down trek to Kyakrki bugyal – approx 8 hours.
- In the last will see Sahastra Taal or Darshiniya Taal and so many Himalyan ranges like Kedarnath dome (6940 m), Thalay sagar (6904 m), Jaonli (6632 m), Jogin (6465 m), Sahastru (5084 m).
- Packed lunch & dinner
- Stay in dome tents
Day 7: Kyarki Bugyal to Pinswar village
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 14,957 feet
- 15 km trek – approx 8 hours
- Packed lunch & dinner
- Stay in dome tents
Day 8: Pinswar village to Dehradun / Rishikesh
- Breakfast
- 193 km drive to Dehradun / Rishikesh
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun/ Rishikesh to Ghansali to Titrona village (190 km drive / 9 hrs. approx.)
On arrival at Titrona village which is a last village for the trek of Sahastra Taal, in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand and at height of 6,500 ft. Later get refreshed & get into your tents. Later in evening have tea with snacks. Enjoy evening walk around the Titrona village area. Dinner & overnight stay at campsite or homestay.
Day 2: Titrona village To Mahasar and Maharani Taal (10 km trek)
In the morning have breakfast and after that you may get ready for the morning trek to Mahasar Maharani Taal which is at the height of 10,600 ft. Mahasar and Maharani Taal is the two lakes which surrounded by the forest and have a clear view of Kush kalyan Bugyal and Sahastra Peak. Mahasar and Maharani Taal is a peaceful place embedded in the depth of the Himalayas. Later get into your tents & have a cup of tea in the evening with snacks. At night enjoy the delicious dinner & stay at campsite.
Day 3: Mahasar and Maharani Taal to Arjun ki kursi and Draupadi ka Choolah (12 km trek)
Early in the morning after breakfast & with packed lunch get ready for the Arjun Ki Kursi Yatra which is an open area from where you get the view of Villages from the height of 11,384 ft. We enjoy the beauty of Kush Kalyan Bugyaland Himalyan ranges. Dinner and stay will be in campsite.
Day 4: Arjun Ki Kursi (11,384 feet height) To Kyarki Bugyal via Deva (8 km trek)
Today we will hike for Kyarki Bugyal, so after waking up in the morning having breakfast we will keep our things in the bag. Today we will go straight towards Kyarki Bugyal through mountains ridge. From here we will see all the Himalayan ranges and the village areas and many other meadow areas too. Later we will pitch our camp here and enjoy the beautiful evening in Bugyal. We will stay here tonight in our camps. Dinner and stay will be in campsite.
Day 5: Kyarki Bugyal (12976 ft height) To Mamliya Tal (10 km trek)
Today we will go to Mamliya Taal which is at height of 14,278 ft. and nearest base camp to Sahastra Taal. We will camp here today for morning trek to Sahstra Taal which is just 2 km away from Mamliya Taal. Dinner & overnight stay at Mamliya Taal.
Day 6: Mamliya Tal To Sahastra Tal (14,957 ft. height) (2 km trek sightseen)
Sahastra Taal whole day sightseeing & Photography
Return Same-day To Kyarki Bugyal (12 km)
Today we will wake up in the morning and have breakfast with cool winds. Today, we will start an even more enjoyable journey of Sahastra Taal from Mamliya Taal. Today, we have to travel only 2 km which is very exciting. Moving on from here, we will also see some other lakes. In the last will see Sahastra Taal or Darshiniya Taal and so many Himalyan ranges like Kedarnath dome (6940 m), Thalay sagar (6904 m), Jaonli (6632 m), Jogin (6465 m), Sahastru (5084 m). We will stay in Kyarki Bugyal today so we have to move back to Kyarki Bugyal on time. Dinner and stay will be in campsite.
Day 7: Kyarki Bugyal To Pinswar village (11,384 feet height) (15 km trek)
Today we will go back to Pinswar village which is other side of Mahasar Maharani lake. It will take 8 hrs to reach down to the village. We will stay there in village home today.
Day 8: Pinswar village To Dehradun (193 km drive)
After a long sleep we will wake up in the morning and have some breakfast, then later will walk down to main road. When we reach to the road side then we will travel back to Dehradun / Rishikesh with happy memories of Sahastra Taal tour & trek.
!! An Unforgettable Journey will be ended here !!
Photo Gallery
- Need To Carry
- Advisory
- Confirmation Policy
- Cancellation Policy
- Back pack and rain cover (50/60 liter)
- Trek pants, T-shirts (Full sleeves), Wind and waterproof Jacket (Light and warm), Woolen Gloves and Thermal Inners.
- Walking stick (Advisable at least one)
- Torch
- Water Bottle (Two bottles of 1 liter each)
- Snacks (Energy bars, ORS and dry fruits)
- Personal Medical Kit (at least some needy stuff)
- Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
- Carry BSNL, Vodafone and Airtel. Out of three anyone will work for sure.
- Carry Aadhar card.
- Pay heed to the trek leader or instructor in order to enjoy a safe and sound trekking experience.
- Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek.
- Avoid trekking during the nights.
- Before undertaking the trek, consult a physician.
- Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
- The trek takes place through eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
- In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
- Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed.
- The amount received is Non Refundable.
- If reservation is cancelled minimum 15 days prior to Arrival we will give 3 months’ time to utilize the booking.
- Any cancellation /amendments done less than 15 days prior to arrival, then the total cost of the total number of rooms booked for the total number of nights will be charged as cancellation charges & no refund or credit note will be given.
- In case of a NO–SHOW the entire amount will be charged as retention.
