INTRODUCTION:
Lake treks are trips packed with adventure, beautiful nature, and religious touch to it. Lake trips usually are filled with vegetation and have a view enough to mesmerize all of us. Lake treks are not just popular among trekkers in India but are pursued by trekkers worldwide. The positive point is that some of these treks can also be done by first-timers.
Lake treks are a gem of our country with their crystal clear water bodies at high altitudes. Although it is not all about the destination, the path is also a major factor in it. the. The beauty of the changing vegetation from low to high altitude from green lush meadows and valleys to conifers and deciduous forest along with those exotic perennial flowers all around you.
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The lake trips also hold a religious value as it is believed God used to meditate in these lakes and it makes us feel closer to the almighty when we meditate near it too. Although pack your warm clothes because most of them are situated in colder climates and due to the high altitude the temperature falls further down.
If you are looking for research regarding different lake trips you can opt for, then this article is just perfect for you. Here are the top 5 lake treks in India.
1. Kareri lake trek
Kareri lake trek is located at 3100 ft altitude and is considered a moderate level of the trek. The lake is situated in the Kangra region of Himachal Pradesh which is in dhauladhar range, approximately 9 Km from Dharamshala.
Kareri trek is truly a hidden gem of our country because it is the perfect trek with all the beauty and is less time-consuming, so can be done by beginners and those who are on a few days of getaway trip to lay out stress.
The starting point of your trek is kareri village which you can reach by Dharamshala which is well connected to Delhi. It is most suitable to travel by car because no matter what means you take to reach Dharamshala, you will need a vehicle to cover some distance.
After reaching the base camp the next morning there is a trek of approximately 5 hours to the next stoppage which is rioti village which takes the next day to trek furthermore towards the kareri lake which might take up to 5 hours and then back to where you started.
The trek might sound easy and believe me it is but does avoid traveling in the monsoon season as the steps become quite slippery. There are different food stalls along the way so feel free to ill yourself.
Along the way you might notice a shiv temple, go for prayer and remember to thank the lord for all he has offered. You will also get to see the lush green meadows with sheep grazing and slowly as you climb higher all those fade away into conifer trees and exotic little flowers. The scene of the lake at the end of the destination is so mesmerizing that you will never feel up to going back.
2. Brahmatal trek:
One of the most beautiful water bodies in the Himalayan range. It is located at an altitude of 10,500 ft. according to the folklore and the villagers there, this is where lord Brahma used to meditate. The trek goes on for about 6 days and is extremely beautiful.
3. Roopkund trek
Roopkund lake is a glacial lake and is located in Uttrakhand near the Trishul mountain. The lake is located 16449 ft high above sea level. The lake is surrounded by glaciers and snow caps. You might notice a lot of human skeletons near the lake, this is said to be due to the hailstorm in the 9th century.
4. Pangong tso trek
The blue water lake is situated at a height of 14270 ft above sea level and extends from Tibet to India. The lake covers a distance of about 600 Km.
This is heaven on earth for all those animal and bird lovers because you will notice different species of migratory birds and animals.
5. Tso lahmo lake trek
Tso Lahmo lake is the highest lake situated at an altitude of 17998 ft above sea level. The lake is located in Sikkim and is only 4 km from the India-China border. The lake draws water from glaciers including the Zemu glacier, the Pauhunri glacier, and the Kangtse glacier.
The view of the Himalayan range is one sight you don’t want to miss. The trek is quite challenging but still doable. The beauty of the snow caps is heaven on earth.
