Satopanth Swargarohini Trek
Description
According to Mahabharata, the mighty Pandavas traversed through Swargarohini to reach heaven. However, only the elder Pandava Yudhishthira accompanied by a dog, which was really a disguise of Yamraj was able to make their ascent to heaven. It is believed that Swargarohini is the only way by which one can reach heaven in his human form. At a distance of 38 km from Badrinath and 33 km from Mana, Swargarohini is a mountain range in the Saraswati Range of the Garhwal Himalayas. The Swargarohini trek is categorized as a moderate-grade trek, spanning almost 70 kilometers. On your way, you will pass through campsites and the scenic villages of Taluka, Panwani Gharat, Devsu Bugyal, and Gangar. Satopanth word is derived from two words - 'Sat-o' meaning truth, and 'Panth' meaning path or way. So its literal meaning is the path of truth. Satopanth Lake has three corners and each corner of Satopanth Lake is named after the divine Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh. Many people believe that the Trimoortis, Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh, bathe in the lake on an auspicious day. Also, some types of birds are found here, which pick up the pollutants of the lake and thus keep the lake clean. These birds are not found anywhere else, so the local belief is that they are the Gandharvas disguised, who guard the lake against evils. The Satopanth Tal trek is of the moderate-Difficult level. Always take an experienced guide with you for this trip.
Location Map
Uttarakhand
Package Itinerary
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1Day 1
Arrive at Dehradun airport as early as possible and leave for Joshimath. Once reached visit Narasimha Temple and Jyotir Math according to energy and time availability. It is preferable to get maximum rest. Night stay and dinner at Joshimath. -
2Day 2
After early breakfast leave from Joshimath to Lord Vishnu Sri Badrinath Ji. Once reached check in to the hotel and leave for the Darshan of Lord Vishnu Sri Badrinath Ji. Once completed then go for Local trek to See Nilakanth hills and Brahma kamal (as per season). If time permits join the evening arti of Badrinath Temple later come back to the hotel for night stay at Badrinath. -
3Day 3
Early morning leave for Mana village by vehicle. Then trek from Mana village to Laxmivan. Laxmivan is 3840m above sea level. The whole trip will take 1 hr drive and 9 km trek. After covering 5 kms we'll reach the Cascading 400ft high Vasudhara waterfall. It is believed that only those who are pure soul can bask in the beauty of this waterfall. Mt. Kuber & other Himalayan peaks are visible during the hike. Laxmivan, at an altitude of 3840m is a stunning campsite, located opposite to the Banglung glacier snout at Alkapuri from where the river Alaknanda originates. Overnight stay in the tents. -
4Day 4
Wake up early and start your trek from Laxmivan to Chakrathirth. Chakrathirth is 4570m above sea level and at a distance of 10 km from Laxmivan. The trek may take up to 6-7 hour. En route you can see the Sahastradhara waterfall, meaning thousand fold spring. Can also see the Bhagirathi Kharak glacier which emerges from Mt. Bhagirathi I, II & III. Once reached Chakrateerth. The west face of Mt. Neelkanth and other peaks like Chaukhamba, Satopanth, Parvati peaks & Balakun are clearly visible from here. Overnight stay in the tents. -
5Day 5
Trek 5km from Chakrathirth to reach Satopanth Tal. Satopanth Tal is 4880m above sea level and will take 4-5 hour to reach there. The route to Satopanth is full of glacial moraines, scree, boulders & debris. Frequent avalanches happens throughout the valley. The perimeter of Satopanth Tal is 1 km. A small temple of Lord Shiva & Parvati is on the left side of the lake and a small hut on the right side where a Mouni baba resides. Overnight stay in the tents. -
6Day 6
Trek from Satopanth Tal to Chandrakund trek. Distance to be covered on this day is 06 km and it can take 5/6 Hours of trek. Early in the morning, see the Chaukhamba peaks turn golden as the sun rises. After breakfast, begin the trek to Chandrakund, where you will see some stone rooms where saints live permanently. Reach Chandartal, a small lake where the water level rises and falls with the seasons. Lord Chandrama is said to have meditated here, and this Lake remains full of water on Purnima (full moon night). Night stay at tents. -
7Day 7
Trek 07 km from Chandrakund to Suryakund. This may take 5-6 Hours. Early in the morning, start to Suryakund and walk along the mountain's side, passing through the moraine and boulder region. The entire Chaukhamba peaks and Kuber Parvat are visible from here. Set the camps at Suryakund and relax for the night. -
8Day 8
Acclimatization Day. Take complete rest and prepare for the final summit. -
9Day 9
Suryakund to Swargarohini base camp Trekking. Suryakund to Swargarohini Glacier is a steep ascent with crevasses along the way. Although the trek through the boulder and moraine region is difficult, the excellent and near views of high peaks are well worth it. Reach the Swargarohini Glacier; the Swargarohini peaks "Char Singh" and "Way to Heaven" are seen above. There are three steps from here; they are assumed to be a total of seven, but due to the fog, none of them are apparent. Set the camps and relax for the night. -
10Day 10
This day descend begins. Trek back from Suryakund to Satopanth Tal. After breakfast, return to Satopanth Tal. Overnight stay camp at Satopanth Tal. -
11Day 11
Return to Laxmivan via Chakrateerth; the descent takes less time, but some sections are difficult. Reach Laxmi Van and set the camps and relax for the night. -
12Day 12
Laxmivan to Mana village is a three hours journey if you descend. From Mana its 5 KM drive to Badrinath, where stay arrangements will be made in a hotel. joining for the evening arti of Badrinath Temple will be possible. -
13Day 13
Badrinath to Dehradun. After breakfast, set for Deharadun, stopping for lunch along the way, and arriving in the evening. It is advisable to keep one day additional and book an evening flight of next day, as if something goes wrong and cause delay up the hill then this additional day can be used as a buffer day. From Dehradun airport continue your onward journey towards home.
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