Trek to Satopanth Lake

Trek to Satopanth Lake, Badrinath Overview

Satopanth Lake is an awe-inspiring high-altitude glacial lake in the Garhwal Himalayas, near Badrinath. At an altitude of 4,800 meters, it is one of the most breath-taking alpine lakes. Surrounded by snow capped peaks and lush meadows, this lake attracts the adventurous Jesus-goers for a trekking journey of a lifetime. Located at the feet of Naag Tibba Peak, it is arguably the most popular trek among the Badrinath trekkers. Despite the long distance, the trail offers an amazing view of the Himalayan peaks, tranquil beauty of the lake, green meadows, gorgeous alpine forests and enchanting views of the alpine meadows with their meandering rivers. One of the most admired adventure trails, the Satopanth Trek combines diverse terrain to provide a mesmerizing experience. The terrain of the trek comprises of virgin snow fields, lush meadows, expansive meadows, rocky ledges, fast-moving streams and much more. The difficulty level of this trek depends on the type of route you take. But generally, the difficulty level is moderate and steep. During the course of the trek, you will pass through some stunning forest trails and cross several high passes.At the end of the trek, you will reach the celestial Satopanth Lake, located in the lap of Mt.

Uma Parbhat. Apart from being a holy place of worship of Lord Vishnu, it is also a habitat to numerous rare species of Himalayan flora and fauna.

The surrounding glaciers stretch for miles, and bring an altogether different level of peace and serenity around the lake. Even an experienced hiker will be mesmerized by the panorama of this serene high-altitude lake.The trek to Satopanth Lake can be done in multiple ways and is created for beginners as well as experienced trekkers. The usual route started from Badrinath and a 9-to-10 km traversing usually takes around 3 days to reach the lake. It usually takes an experienced individual to complete the route in a day. It is advised to consult an experienced guide before the trek for better precautionary measures and to ensure a smooth and safe journey. So if you are planning a soul-nourishing trek in the lush Himalayas, the pristine Satopanth Lake Trek is the perfect destination.