Kanasar Lake Trek

12 DAYS - 11 NIGHTS
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Description

Kanasar Lake Trek is the most beautiful lake in Himachal and Uttarakhand border

Kanasar Lake Trek lies at the height Altitude of 46, 00 Meters. The trek starts from Sankri base camp which is the base camp of more than twenty-five treks

This trek comes under Govind Wildlife Sanctuary National park in Uttarkashi district Uttarakhand.No doubt, the Himalayas have enchanting beauty, bracing climate, and desirable soothing green meadow. So, what else can be better than spending some days here in the serenity?

The Kanasar Lake Trek lies in the remote area of Western Garhwal amid Supin and Nalgan valley. Not many trekkers know about this extremely beautiful untouched region.

Beautiful mountains in Kanasar Lake Trek

Kanasar Lake Trek in Remote Area 

This lake is in the Western Garhwal region at an altitude of 4,600 meters, located amidst Supin and Nalgan valley. This area is intensely remote and it remained untouched for many years until the shepherds found the trail to this thrilling lake.

Kanasar Lake remains covered by ice and snow most of the time, even in the month of June and a thin layer of ice is present on the surface which adds beauty to this lake. As the area is remote and the trail is challenging not many trekkers to visit here and the people visiting this place experience the spellbound beauty which is naturally inherited. Adventure lovers are welcomed by this lake to explore the mystery of this place.

beautiful meadows in Kanasar Lake Trek

About Kanasar Lake Trek

This is named as “Kanasar” because this lake resembles spots in a blind person’s eye, it is one kilometer long and has got a ravishing sight.

Every year villagers visit this place during a festival, it would be delighted to visit Kanasar Lake at the time of the festival. The ambiance of this place is divine as and the surroundings can be compared to heaven.

Why to choose Kanasar Lake Trek?

Before heading towards the itinerary, it is really essential to perceive the reason behind choosing Kanasar Lake Trek.

See firstly, the trekking distance is a total of by taxi 420 Km and on foot 90 km which is to be covered into 11 nights or 12 days. . Dehradun to via Mussoorie to Khanyasni camp, Vijay top, Dhaldhar, Devbasa, Baraadsar, Kanasar, liwari, Sankri

Kanasar lake trek is a low altitude mountain trek Altitudes is 4,600 Meters

The Starting trail is easy to moderate as compared to other treks this is a Moderate trek. So this trek not for beginners,

Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature?

You got to see so many heavenly bodies at one place like the panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges, you can see pine forests, different variety of flora and fauna surpassing through bona fide Garhwali culture.

I think Do spare time in Interaction with our local’s team, and you will get to know about some of the ancient tales of Indian mythology and our local cultures, this is good ideas for trekkers

Beautiful landscapes so carry proper photo gear & Extra battery backup.

The backpack should not exceed 12 kg only

Beautiful campsite in Why to choose Kanasar Lake Trek?

Altitude we are going to cover per day in Kanasar Lake Trek

Dehradun – 478 Meter

Khanyasni camp – 1878 Meter

Sarutal – 2000 – Meter

Badang camp – 2600 – Meter

Vijay Top – 3800 Meter

Dhaldhar camp – 3200 Meter

Devbasa camp – 3650 Meter

Baraadsar Lake – 4300 Meter

Kanasar Lake – 4,600 Meter

Key Points of Kanasar Lake Trek

Duration: – 11 Nights 12 Days from Dehradun to Dehradun

Base camp: – Khanyasni camp

Summer Temperature:- Day 5°C to 12°C) Night 2° C to 5° C

Kanasar lake trek- Altitude: – 4,600 Meters

Best Time: – May, June, Sep, Oct, Nov

Trek Level: – Moderate

Trek distance: – On foot 90 Km – By taxi 420 km

Group Size: – minimum of 5 people maximum of 15 people

Short Itinerary of Kanasar Lake Trek

Day 1:Pickup to you from Dehradun railway station drive to Khanyasni camp (235 km) (9/10 Hours) (1878 Meter) Day 2:Trek from Khanyasni camp to Sarutal camp (05 km) (3/4 Hours) (2000 Meter)

Day 3:Trek from Sarutal camp to Badang camp (08 km) (5/6 Hours) (2600 Meter)

Day 4:Trek from Badang camp to via Vijay Top (3800 Meter) Dhaldhar camp (13 km) (6/7 Hours) (3200 Meter)

Day 5– Trek from Dhaldhar camp to Devbasa camp (5 km) (3/4 hours) (3650 m) –Today we are cover only 6 km trek need for High Altitude requires proper acclimatization.

Day 6– Trek from Devbasa camp to Baraadsar Lake explore the beautiful lake and surrounding high altitude mountain range (07 km) (5/6 hours) (4300 Meter)

Day 7– Trek from Baraadsar Lake to Kukurkandi (6 km) (4/5 hours) (4456 Meter)

Day 8– Trek from Kukurandi to Manjiban (7 km) (4/5 Hours) (4512 Meter)

Day 9– Manjiban to Kanasar Lake (3 km) on the same day to Vishkhopri / (8 km) (8/9 Hours)

Day 10– Vishkhopri to Liwari Village (14 km)

Day 11– Liwari village to Baincha Road head (07 km) on the same day to Sankri (36 km) (1920 meter overnight stay hotel

Day 12–Sankri to Dehradun by taxi (210 km) (8/9 Hours)

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Day 1: 1: Pickup to you from Dehradun railway station drive to Khanyasni camp (235 km) (9/10
Hours) (1878 Meter )

Total distance – 235 km – 9/10 Hours journey

Mode of journey – By taxi

Altitude –Khanyasni camp – 1878 Meter

Night stay – Our Camp site – on twin share basis

Himalayan Hikers organizes transport for trekkers from Dehradun Railway Station in the morning which will leave for Khanyasni camp around 6:00 am to 7:00 am.

Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand and one of the most beautiful places in India. The main attraction of this place is Rajpur road go through it and get a glimpse of Dehradun’s beauty. Reach Mussoorie after an hour which is also known as “Queen of Hills”. People visit it heavily during vacations with their family and friends.

After half an hour, stop at kempty fall. Have breakfast there and witness people from different parts of the world. The break will be of maximum 1 hour. Ahead the peaks are visible and further you will come close to holy Yamuna River. If you want, then take a short break of 20 minutes and enjoy being around it.

Further you will cross the small markets of Nainbagh, Damta and Naugaon. Reach Purola around 1:30 pm and take a break there for lunch. After having lunch proceed to Sankri via Jarmola. From there the back of Kedarkantha is visible. Go through the picturesque zig zag road amid pine forest of Jarmola.

Reach Mori and after 1 hour you will come across a check post Naitwar, reaching the Khanyasni camp site you will enjoy the tea or snacks.

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Day 2 : Trek from Khanyasni camp to Sarutal camp

Trek Distance – 05 km – 3/4 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On foot

Altitude – Sarutal camp – 2000 Meter

Night Stay – Our Camp- on twin share basis

Today trek is through some high altitude villages, first you have to reach Khanyasni and to reach there you have to cross a ridge, the climb is steep and your trek starts by passing through pine forest, the climb is steep take breaks and continue your ascend.

The trail is confusing so be aware and follow your trek leader there are no water streams on the way so carry enough water with you. After 4 hours of ascend you reach Bitri village. This village is beautiful there are wooden houses and the villagers are warm, they welcome by greeting you, there is a school in Bitari and a temple there, the temple is in Kinnauri style which is the main attraction for people, spend some-time here exploring this place and lifestyle of people living here. After having lunch, now start your trek towards Sarutal.

Sarutal is a lake in middle of a meadow, this is your campsite today. This site is soothing; far from hustle and bustle of city. Relax here enjoy your meal and night-stay in tents.

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Day 3 :Trek from Sarutal camp to Badang camp

Trek Distance – 108 km – 5/6 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On foot

Altitude – Badang camp – 2600 Meter

Night Stay – Camp – on twin share basis

Badang is a picturesque meadow and this is a perfect desirable campsite with fascinating beauty. Today’s trek would be moderate and there are only ascends.

After witnessing great morning views from Sarutal have breakfast and leave for Badang, in the starting the climb is steep and the way is rocky after 1 hour of climb you will come across a stream from there pine forest starts which you have to cross, the trail gets leveled from there and after a level walk ascend starts.

You can spot Langoor families and Himalayan birds this place is rich in Flora and Fauna so animals live in this region. Reach Badang a splendid meadow which is surrounded by Deodar forest. The water source is a flowing stream near campsite. Enjoy your dinner there and overnight stay in tents.

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Day 4 : Trek from Badang camp to via Vijay Top (3800 Meter) Dhaldhar camp

Trek Distance – 13 km – 6/7 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On foot

Altitude – Dhaldhar camp – 3200 Meter

Night Stay – Our Camp site – on twin share basis

After breakfast start your trek to Dhaldhar camp via Vijay Top which is at a height of 3700 meter the climb to the top is steep with some spell binding views of snow covered mountains and magnificent views of Vishkhopri, Obra valley and Khimloga Pass. Enjoy the panorama views there and then start the Dhaldhar camp

After a restful night, Day 3 begins with determination. This is the big day. We are expected to do 13 km. The climb to Vijay Top, at close to 3700 meter is the highlight. The landscape is pretty much the same with streams, trees and meadows. Flowers of every color imaginable dot the landscape. We get to see some towering peaks in the distance. Clouds and mist roll in and out and the sun remains hidden behind the dark clouds. We reach Vijay Top and the stunning vista makes it all worth it. A total of 3.5 hours has been spent

Dhaldhar is a Ridge camp site wide meadow and a great camping spot. Setup your camps and retire for the night.

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Day 5 : Trek from Dhaldhar camp to Devbasa camp, Today we are cover only 6 km trek need for High Altitude requires proper acclimatization.

Trek Distance – 06 km – 2/3 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On foot

Altitude – Devbasa camp – 3650 Meter

Night Stay – Camp – on twin share basis

The morning views from Dhaldhar are gorgeous as the rising sun reflects orange light on peaks which adds beauty to them and they look beautiful as never before. Wake up early and don’t miss to witness the sunrise from this high point. Then have your breakfast in camps and leave for Devbasa, our next campsite and in 2/3 hours you will reach there.

Now, from Dhaldhar camp you have to go from one mountain ridge to another, walk through meadows for 30 minutes and when you go further some amazing views of Swargarohini, Bandarpunch and Nalgan will welcome you. Continue walking on the ridge it will take more than four hours and you can see Rhododendrons growing there in abundance. The peaks are in front and the sight is scenic, you get 180 degree view from here.

Continue walking there are some descends but you have to cross one ridge than another after one hour you are going to Devbasa, this area is plain and rocky and it is the place which joins two mountains. You can see Rocky Mountains around you and this campsite is windy because this is at high altitude and the area s rocky. From Devbasa the trail of Baraadsar is visible.
Setup your tents here, relax in your tents as tomorrows trek will be a difficult one. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

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Day 6 : Trek from Devbasa camp to Baraadsar Lake explore beautiful lake and surrounding high altitude mountain range

Trek Distance –07 km – 8/9 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On Foot.

Altitude – Baraadsar Lake – 4300 Meter

Night Stay – Our camp – on twin share basis

Today’s trek is the longest one on rough trail from Devbasa to the meadow of Baraadsar, you can take any of the two routes. The short one is steep and you have to cross a pass to directly reach your campsite and the long one is by taking a round of the mountain and from that point campsite is 3 hours away. Choose according to your capability.

The trail is Moderate, there are rocks and big boulders, and you can see the path on the other side of ridge is made up of rocks which are ridge climb the weather here is extremely cold so carry enough woolen clothes.

From Baraadsar ridge you can see Baraadsar Lake from a distance and the ridges surround snow mountains, Trek to a phenomenal “Wish fulfilling Lake” “Baraadsar Lake”. It lies amidst high ridges at an altitude of 4,300 meters and is worshiped by the people. It is one of the virgin treks not known by many. Enjoying some time Baraadsar lake overnight stay in camp

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Day 7 : Trek from Baraadsar Lake to Kukurkandi

Distance – 06 km – 4/5 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Altitude – Kukurkandi – 4445 Meter

Night Stay – Camp site – on twin share basis

Don’t miss out the sunrise, it is bliss to watch sunrise from the places which are undisturbed, the color of the peaks changes to orange and golden when the sun reflects it’s light on them.

The local people of that area believe that wishes never go unfulfilled here, so do make a wish to try out if it gets true. Have your breakfast early and leave for Kukurkandi which is your campsite for today. It is 6 km away from here and it will take 4-5 hours to reach there.

Kukurkandi is a meadow which is the most beautiful place which comes after Baraadsar Lake, when you reach there you will see mesmerizing beauty of that Thach. Today you will be spending your night there in the Kukurkandi meadow. You have come half way of your trek and day after tomorrow you will reach your destination Kanasar Lake.

Setup you tents here in this ravishing campsite, enjoy the views from here, the air is refreshing and the environment is serene here. Relax here praising the beauty of this place. Have your meals and enjoy the food and night stay in camps.

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Day 8: Trek from Kukurandi to Manjivan

Distance – 07 km – 4/5 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Altitude – Manjivan – 4512 Meter

Night Stay – Camp site – on twin share basis

Wake up early and see the beautiful morning view with a hot cup of tea it will be cold there but the hot tea will make you feel good. Today’s trek is 7 km long and you will reach Manjiban in 5-6 hours.
Lunch will be packed for you because today is a long trek, have lunch in middle of the day. Take breaks on your trek and keep walking on the right trail, a local guide must be with you to guide you properly.

Reach Manjiban, now you are close to Kansar Lake and tomorrow is your trek towards the divine sacred lake. Manjiban campsite is beautiful, on this trek the campsites are ideal and you will get beautiful views of mountains which are clearly visible.

The fetching views will make you spellbound; enjoy your food and overnight stay in tents.

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Day 9: Manjiban to Kanasar Lake (3 km) on same day to Vishkhopri/ 8km

Distance – 11 km – 8/9 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Altitude – Kanasar Lake – 4,600 Meter

Night Stay – Camp site – on twin share basis

Manjiban to Kanasar Lake is a short trek but the route is rough so it may take time to reach there. Today is the day when you will reach your destination “Kanasar Lake” it remains covered by the layers of ice and is surrounded by snow. The path to this lake is steep and it gets inaccessible in winters as it totally gets covered by snow.

When you reach this place you can see the magnificent views of Kinnaur Mountains. The vicinity of this place is serene and the aura is bracing which is very different from the regular hustle and bustle of life. The Lake is deep; people visiting there on regular basis have told this. It is worshiped by the villagers and they visit this holy lake every year during a festival for bath of their deity. Spend some time around this high altitude lake and capture moments.

You need to put up a lot of energy to reach this point but this lake is worth watching and the feeling which you get when you reach here is inexplicable. After having good time here leave for Vishkhopri, this is at an altitude of 3,566 metres and this place is almost untouched, this place has a mythological story of Pandavas, you can ask the stories from the local guide and enjoy night stay and food in tents.

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Day 10: Vishkhopri to Liwari Village

Distance – 14 km – 7/8 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Night Stay – Home stay – on twin share basis

The distance from Kedarnath to Gaurikund is 14 km, it is a well-defined and well maintained path, descend through this trail and reach Gauri Kund same day drive to Rishikesh or Dehradun

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Day 11: Liwari village to Baincha Road head (07 km) on same day to Sankri (36 km) (1920 meter over night stay hotel

Distance – 07 km – 4/5 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot – by taxi 39 km

Night Stay – Hotel – on twin share basis

Wake up early have your breakfast and you can see people already working in their fields and are busy with their cows and sheeps. Leave for Baincha road head which is 07 km from village Liwari.

Reach Jakhol which is a famous village located in Mori, when you reach there take a break and leave for Sankri by Taxi. Sankri has a mini market which is a trekker’s delight as it is Base Camp of 25 treks. It remains busy with the hustle and bustle of people.

We have a hotel there named “Swargarohini Palace” have your meal there, we also serve our traditional food and enjoy your night stay in a hotel.

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Day 12: Sankri to Dehradun by taxi

Distance – 210 km – 8/9 Hours journey

Mode of journey –By Taxi

After having breakfast, leave early for Dehradun so that you can reach there around 6:00 to 6:30 pm in the evening. Have you lunch in the middle of your journey.
Our service ends here.

Things to carry on trek

Mandatory Documents

Please carry the documents given below

Original and photocopy of government photo identity card- (Aadhar Card, Driving License, Voters ID, etc,
Passport and Visa important to foreigners
Medical Certificate (First part should be filled by the Doctor and Second part by the Trekker)
Declaration Certificates

Note: –  Many trekkers commit the same mistake of carrying unnecessary items on a trek which only makes the backpack heavy. It is important to know the right items to carry.
It differs from season to season if you are trekking in summers then carry less layers of warm clothing and if you are trekking in winters carry enough layers to protect yourself against chilly cold.

Necessary Items for trekkers

carry on a trek

Backpack (50 to 60 liters)
A strongly built backpack with good support is compulsory for a trek. (Rain cover is important)

Sturdy Trekking Shoes
The shoes should be strong enough with good support. The people ask if sports shoes would be comfortable but it is good to bring the right trekking shoes.

The Clothes You Should Bring On a Trek
Avoid keeping extra clothes because it only makes you backpack heavy.

Trek Pants – The jeans are never suitable for a trek so you need at least 2-3 trek pants for treks carry more for longer treks.

Jacket – Jackets are very important to carry on a trek it protects you against the chilly weather. So carry 2 jackets on a week long trek.

Layers of warm Clothing 
Carry warm woolen layers or fleece. Carry more layers during winter season (at least 2 to 3) and less during summer.

Thermals – The Temperature decreases at night so you might be need thermals for Night.

T- Shirts – Bring those t shirts which dry fast.

Poncho –They are needed if you are trekking on a Rainy day to keep you dry.

Hiking Pole

Water Bottle 2

Cap or Balaclava

Sunglasses

Slippers

Woolen and Waterproof Gloves

Socks (Woolen and Regular)

Sunscreen

Torch head light

Personal Toiletry Items –  (toothpaste, toothbrush, toilet paper, sanitizer etc.)

Carry Personal Medical Kit

Personal Medical Kit (Carry minimum 5 tablets and maximum 10)

Medical Kit

Diamox – (Prevents altitude sickness)

Digene – (It cures discomfort in stomach, acidity)

Crocin Advance – (Cures fever and headache)

Aspirin/Combiflam – (Pain reliever)

Disprin – (Cures headache)

Avomine – (Prevents motion sickness)

Avil – (It treat allergies)

Norflox TZ & Lomofen – (Prevents Diarrhoea)

Ranitidine – (Reduces the amount of acid in stomach)

Volini/Moov spray – (For sprains)

Betadine/Savlon – (Antiseptic cream)

ORS

Band aid

Cotton

Stretchable/Elastic bandage

Gauze

Note:- Use medicines only when prescribed by the doctor. In case you face any problem during your trek, discuss and take advice from the Professional guide.

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Personal Insurance

Medical Certificate

Personal toiletry Items and Personal Medicine kit

On first day En Route to base camp the Breakfast and Lunch are Not Included

Last Day En Route Lunch and Dinner are Not Included

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