Hemkund Sahib vs Brahmatal
Pick Hemkund Sahib for
a spiritual journey, family trips, a real challenge
Pick Brahmatal for
snow, camping, adventure, fewer people, an easier walk
| Hemkund Sahib | Brahmatal | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Ghangaria, Chamoli | Uttarakhand, Lohajung, Chamoli |
| Highest point | 4,329 m | 3,734 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | about 38 km | about 22 km |
| Days on the ground | 5–6 | 6–7 |
| Best months | Jul, Aug, Sep | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Busy | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,500 | about ₹2,800 |
| Gateway | Dehradun / Rishikesh | Kathgodam / Dehradun |
| With kids | Possible | Possible |
| With seniors | Possible | Not advised |
| Permits | No separate permit; the Valley of Flowers check post covers the area. | Forest department permit, usually arranged by the operator. |
Hemkund Sahib: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Brahmatal: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely