Mahasar & Mahrani lakes are two big lakes, which is the abode place of Naag Naagin. There is a mythological temple of Nag Devta here have a serpent made of stone. There is strong evidence of Naga caste living in Kedar Himalayas. The villages of Nagnath, Nagaraja Dhar, Nageshwar Saund, Nagdi etc. are related to Nagas. It is not only a tourist place but also a place of mythological religious importance.
About location:
Mahasar & Maharani Taal is 20 km from Boodha kedarnath and 10 km from Ghandiyal Saur. It is situated at an altitude of 10,600 feet above sea level.
History & recent tales:
Lakes situated in the lap of many species of trees like Rais, Mundar, Deodar, Runes etc. In the lap of the Himalayas, is in keeping with the 1,300 year old historical saga. Secondly, According to Jansruti, whose story is as follows that 300 years ago there used to be a king named Ghumrana Shah in Maikot – Kemar Patti, Tehri district. His son was Umrana Shah.
Who had no child. He did penance for Sheshnag to have a son. Sheshnag was pleased with the austerity of Phoolmala, the wife of Umrana Shah. Then appeared in human form and said that I will take birth in your house as a snake.
As a result, Sheshnag was born as two serpents from the womb of the Phoolmala. Which sometimes transformed into a human form and sometimes into a snake. The name of the snake was Mahasar and the name of the snake was Maheshwari. So after some time, due to the ongoing diplomacy among the royal family, he left the royal family. Mahasar and Maharani Taal was made the abode of Nagraj and Nagrani siblings. Where these two beautiful lakes are located over the Himalaya at the present time.
People from seven villages of Boodhakedar have been worshiping them for years. His temple and huge hammock are still present in Vishan village at Boodhakedar Nath area, on the banks of Bal Ganga. Every year, there is a journey from here to Mahasar and Maharani Taal in the month of August called Ganga Dussehra.
These serpents descended in human form and committed to the ancestors of the Bhatt dynasty. That you will worship in the temple as per our tradition forever. Since then the people of Bhatt caste have been continuously worshiping in the temple of Mahasar and Maharani Taal. Bhatt caste still has a copperplate of nag pooja is safe, given by “Maharaja Sudarshan Shah”. People of Rana caste in Bal Ganga region call themselves Nagvanshi Rana.
Recent tale:
Mahasar and Maharani Lake (Taal) are located in the Bhudhakedar area of Tehri district in Uttarakhand state. Here no development has been done by the Uttarakhand government and tourism, so far. Uttarakhand government and tourism earn money only in the name of Tehri Lake in this district, for instance. So, there is no tourism development for this trek, which is a beautiful tourist place in itself.
Trek Information:
- Region: Tehri district (Uttarakhand)
- Trek duration: 3 Night / 4 Days
- Difficulty Grade: Easy to moderate
- Max. altitude: 10,600 Feet
- Hike distance: 10 km
- Driving distance: 195 km
Journey route:
Driving: Dehradun / Rishikesh – Ghansali – Boodha Kedar – Ghandiyal Saur
Trekking: Ghandiyal Saur – Mahasar and Maharani 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 Ghansali
- Altitude: 3,202 feet.
- 155 km drive – approx. 06 hours
- During today’s journey, you will be able to see a very beautiful and amazing view of Rishikesh from Narendra Nagar where there is Ananda Mahal and also can see the view of Tehri lake and dam which is highest dam in India and one of the highest in the world.
- Dinner.
- Stay at 12 Maas homestay.
Day 2: Ghansali To Budhakedar To Ghandiyal Saur To Mahasar & Maharani Taal
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 5,100 feet to 10,600 feet.
- 40 km drive, 10 km trek, approx. 8 hours.
- Today we will take a 40 km road trip from booked Bolero from Ghansali to Ghandiyal Saur, then we will start our trek.
- The trail passes through dense pine forests and some meadow area surrounded by Jungle area then finally opens out to beautiful meadows with Mahasar and Maharani Taal.
- Packed lunch & dinner.
- Stay in dome tents.
Day 3: Sightseeing day in Mahasar Lake & Maharani Lake
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 10,600 feet.
- Top view of Lansdowne and many other hills.
- Peaks:- Kush Kalyan Bugyal, Sahastra Taal
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Stay in dome tents.
Day 4: Mahasar Maharani lake To Ghansali To Dehradun / Rishikesh
- Altitude: 10,600 feet to 3,202 feet.
- 10 km down trek
- Reach Ghandiyal Saur by mid day.
- 195 km drive – approx. 06 hours.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1:- Dehradun / Rishikesh to Ghansali (approx. 155 km drive / 06 hours)
Reach Ghansali Town which is at height of 3,202 feet. Later get refreshed & get into your room. Have evening tea with snacks. Enjoy evening walk around the Ghansali Town. Later have dinner & overnight stay at “12 Maas” homestay.
Day 2:- Ghansali to Budhakedar to Ghandiyal Saur to Mahasar Maharani lake (approx. 40 km drive & 10 km trek / 8 hours approx.)
Wake up and capture the morning scene of the Bhilangana River. The second day, all the trekkers will get breakfast in the morning and then drive 40 km to reach the trekking starting point, then we will start the journey to Mahasar and Maharani Lake which is at an altitude of 10,600 feet. Walking across the forest you find spectacular views with Himalayan birds chirping. After walking a beautiful trek, you come finally reach Mahasar Lake. It stays frozen throughout the winters. Have organic dinner & overnight stay at campsite.
Day 3:- Sightseeing and leisure day in Mahasar and Maharani lake
Wake up and have breakfast, then we will go to the View Point of Mahasar Taal which is at altitude of 11,000 ft. After enjoying some time in View Point top, we will eat our packed lunch. Later after sunset we come back to campsite. Dinner & overnight stay at campsite.
Day 4:- Mahasar and Maharani lake to Ghansali To Dehradun / Rishikesh (approx. 195 km / 11 hrs.)
Good morning to Last day of Trip !!
Have breakfast and travel back to Dehradun / Rishikesh with happy memories of Mahasar Maharani lake tour & trek.
!! An Unforgettable Journey will be ended here !
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- Note
- Inclusion
- Exclusions
- Need To Carry
- Advisory
- Confirmation Policy
- Cancellation Policy
- In case of a NO–SHOW the entire amount will be charged as retention.
- 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.
- Accommodation for 3 Night / 4 Days (Home stay & Camping).
- Meals while on trek (Organic traditional food).
- Local Transport from Ghansali To Ghansali.
- Trek equipment’s (Tent, sleeping bag, mattress & gaiters).
- Local Guide, Cook & Support staff for whole trek.
- First aid medical kit.
- All necessary forest permits and entry fees.
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Transport (pick & drop).
- Food during the transit.
- Insurance.
- Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in Itinerary.
- Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
- 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 Inner.
- 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.
- 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.
- In case of a NO–SHOW the entire amount will be charged as retention.
- 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.
