Overview
Baraadsar Lake Trek is a hidden and offbeat alpine lake trek located in the remote regions of Himachal Pradesh. The trek takes you through pristine forests, traditional Himalayan villages, rolling meadows, and high-altitude ridgelines, finally leading to the beautiful Baraadsar Lake nestled amidst rugged mountains. This trek is ideal for adventurers looking for solitude, cultural immersion, and an untouched Himalayan trail. With moderate difficulty and long trekking days, it is best suited for trekkers with good fitness levels and some prior trekking experience.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0
Delhi → Shimla
- Departure from Delhi at 9:00 pm
- Pick-up from Akshardham Metro Station
- Overnight journey to Shimla
Meals: Not included
Day 1
Shimla → Sangla
- Early morning arrival at Shimla
- Freshen up and breakfast
- Drive to Sangla valley
- Lunch en route
- Arrival at Sangla by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: dinner
Day 2
Sangla → Kafnu
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive to Kafnu village, trek base
- Check-in and acclimatization walk
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3
Kafnu → Mulling
- Early morning breakfast
- Start trek towards Mulling campsite
- Walk through dense forests and river valleys
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach Mulling by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner
Day 4
Mulling → Kara
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek to Kara campsite
- Steeper sections and alpine terrain
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach Kara by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner
Day 5
Kara → Baraadsar Lake → Return to Kara
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek to Baraadsar Lake
- Spend time exploring and enjoying the lake
- Lunch near the lake
- Return to Kara campsite
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner
Day 6
Kara → Kafnu
- Early morning breakfast
- Descend back to Kafnu village
- Lunch during the trek
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7
Kafnu → Shimla → Delhi
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive back to Shimla
- Lunch en route
- Begin overnight return journey to Delhi
- Arrival in Delhi early morning, tentative
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights
Offbeat and lesser-known alpine lake trek
Beautiful Baraadsar Lake surrounded by mountains
Remote Himalayan villages and forest trails
Perfect for solitude seekers and adventure lovers
Scenic meadows and high-altitude ridges
Fixed 9:00 pm night departure from Delhi