Brahmatal vs Milam Glacier
Pick Brahmatal for
snow, camping, photography, an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Milam Glacier for
peace and quiet, nature, a real challenge, fewer people
| Brahmatal | Milam Glacier | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Lohajung, Chamoli | Uttarakhand, Munsiyari, Pithoragarh |
| Highest point | 3,734 m | 3,500 m |
| Difficulty | Easy–moderate | Difficult |
| Trek distance | about 22 km | about 120 km |
| Days on the ground | 6–7 | 10–12 |
| Best months | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,800 | about ₹2,500 |
| Gateway | Kathgodam / Dehradun | Kathgodam |
| With kids | Possible | Not advised |
| With seniors | Not advised | Not advised |
| Permits | Forest department permit, usually arranged by the operator. | Inner Line Permit for the Milam side — check current ITBP requirements. |
Brahmatal: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Milam Glacier: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely