Satopanth Lake Trek - Buddy Hikers Expedition
Difficult Badrinath / Chamoli, Uttarakhand

Satopanth Lake Trek

6 Days / 5 Nights 🏔️ 15,100 ft 🥾 44 km
Starting Price
₹16,500 ₹19,000 / person

Trek Specifications

Duration 6 Days / 5 Nights
Difficulty Difficult
Distance 44 km
Max Altitude 15,100 ft
Base Camp Mana Village (10,500 ft)
Pickup Haridwar / Rishikesh (5:30 AM)
Best Season June to October

Trek Overview

A sacred triangular high-altitude glacial lake nestled deep inside the Chaukhamba massif past the last Indian village of Mana.
Satopanth Tal is a holy crystalline emerald lake situated at an elevation of 15,100 ft. According to legend, Lord Brahma, Vishnu, and Maheshwar meditate at the three corners of this equilateral triangular lake. The trail begins at Mana, passing Vasudhara Falls, Lakshmi Van, and the boulder-strewn moraines of the Dhano Glacier under Chaukhamba.

⭐ Trail Highlights

4 Highlights
✓ Reach the sacred triangular lake of Satopanth at 15,100 ft
✓ Stand close to the gigantic north face of Chaukhamba and Balakun peaks
✓ Visit the historic mythological spots of Mana village and Vasudhara Falls
✓ Challenging moraine terrain for experienced adventure lovers

Day-by-Day Itinerary

6 Days Schedule
Day 1

Rishikesh to Badrinath (Drive: 295 km / 10 hrs)

Route: Rishikesh

Scenic highway drive to holy Badrinath dham.

Day 2

Badrinath to Mana & Trek to Lakshmi Van

Route: Mana

Trek past Vasudhara falls into the birch forest of Lakshmi Van.

Day 3

Lakshmi Van to Chakratirtha

Route: Lakshmi Van

Traverse glacial moraines and boulder scree.

Day 4

Chakratirtha to Satopanth Lake & Return to Chakratirtha

Route: Chakratirtha

Reach the emerald waters of Satopanth Lake.

Day 5

Chakratirtha to Mana & Drive to Joshimath

Route: Chakratirtha

Descent trek down to Mana and short drive to Joshimath.

Day 6

Joshimath to Rishikesh

Route: Joshimath

Return drive arriving Rishikesh evening.

✓ What's Included

  • ✓ Badrinath/Joshimath stays and alpine camping
  • ✓ All meals on trek
  • ✓ Certified trek leader and local mountain guides
  • ✓ Permits and medical kit

✕ What's Not Included

  • ✕ Transport to Rishikesh
  • ✕ Personal gear and insurance

Expedition Gallery

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Upcoming Departure Batches

2 Open Batches
2027-06-15 – 2027-06-20 2027-06-15 to 2027-06-20
Available
2027-09-10 – 2027-09-15 2027-09-10 to 2027-09-15
Available
Starting Price
₹16,500 ₹19,000 / person
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Region: Badrinath / Chamoli, Uttarakhand
Difficulty: Difficult
Altitude: 15,100 ft
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