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an adrenaline-filled hike to a high-altitude lake

kanasar lake trek

uttarakhand

11 days

difficult

duration

11 days

difficulty

expert

trekking

35 kms

max altitude

14000ft

Rs. 16000/person

  • + 5% GST(Goods and Services Tax)
  • Transport Included(Shimla to Shimla)

kanasar trek

overview:

Kanasar is located in Western Garhwal valleys Supin and Nalgan. Even though western Garhwal is most popular trekking region in India but few of it golden gems remained hidden from adventure world. It is a high altitude lake with a width of approx 1km. This trail was only known to local people and shepherds of Supin valley. The lake derives its name from two small islands, resemble the spots in the eyes of blind Person. Hence name is given Kanasar (kana – Blind) Sar (Lake). It is one of the most undiscovered lake in Garhwal Himalayas.Trail leads through high altitude ridges, Passes and rocky fields. Lake is mostly covered with ice and snow layers most of the months.


Lake is also considered Sacred. Every year local villagers visit this lake during festival for holy bath of deity. Campsite awards you with stunning views of Baspa, Sangla and Western Garhwal ranges. Kanasar can be reached through couple of routes. The closest one is Panchodar valley which also goes further to Nalgan valley and Nalgan pass. The trail starts with breathtaking views and surrounded with rhododendrons Pine and Deodar cedar forests. From Kanasar one can also access to Kinnaur district through Nalgan pass and Sangla valley of Himachal Pradesh.

brief info:

  • Ranges -Supin,Baspa, Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini.
  • Sanctuary – Govind wildlife
  • River – Supin
  • Lake – Baradasar, Kanasar, Saru tal
  • Valley – Supin and Nalgan
  • Pass- Nalgan

best time to visit:

june

september - october

trekker's attraction:

  • Terraced lands, remote villages of Garhwal.
  • High altitude lakes, glaciers, Passes, ridges, meadows, rocky fields.
  • Swargarohini ranges, Bandarpoonch ranges, Sangla valley, Nalgan valley, panchodar valley.
  • River Supin
  • rhododendrons, Cedrus deodar, Pine
  • Govind national park.
  • Villages Netwar,Sankri, Liwari, Phitari, Jakhol.
  • lake side camping, meadow camping facing mighty Western Garhwal and Kinnaur ranges.

package:

Group Benefits for 8 and above:

Delhi to Delhi

Dehradoon to Dehradoon

  1. Local Guides, Cook, Camp helpers.
  2. Trek Leader (Basic and advance mountaineering course and certified from mountaineering institute Manali and Uttarkashi).
  3. Vegetarian meals (Breakfast/Lunch and dinner)Tea,Coffee,Soup,Fruits and Salad.
  4. Transportation through porters or mules.
  5. Basic knowledge about hiking and trekking from certified Trek leader and Guides.
  6. Sleeping bags,Tents (2men – 3men – 4men)(Quechua),Mattresses,Tent lights,Toilet tents,Kitchen tent,First aid kit.
  7. Transfer also available from Delhi to Delhi and Dehradoon to Dehradoon in 8 to 16 seats Traveller depends on group size.
  8. All tourist entry and permits.
  9. Trekking/Camping days include acclimatisation day,Campfire,Indoor and outdoor games, basic knowledge on Survival in wild,Acclamatisation,First aid,Food,Shelter management in Wild,Star gazing,Survival day or Survival night task can be given to participants only if they are interested.
  10. Positive HIMALAYAN vibes,Fresh air and fresh water.
  11. All the participants are requested to reach dehradoon by morning between (6-7 am).

Package exclude:

  • Any hotel accommodations.
  • Any Extra food apart from mentioned above.
  • Any personal expense of participant.
  • Any Health or medical insurance.
  • Tips to Guides and porters.
  • Indian Visa.
  • +

itinerary:

day 1 Dehradoon – Netwar – Sankri – Himari

Drive distance: xx kms | Drive duration: xx Hours

Morning pick up from Dehradoon railway station and transfer to base camp at Himari.

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Bradasar Ridge

day 2 Himari – Saru tal

Distance: xxx kms trek | Duration: xxx Hours

After breakfast start ascending towards Saru lake also a hidden gem of Garhwal Himalayas. Overnight stay at Saru tal.

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Way to the lake

day 3 Sarutal – Badanag – Masundha Dhar

Trek distance: xxx kms | Trek duration: xxx hours

Breakfast at Saru tal and start trek towards badanag and then to Masundha dar. Enjoy walk over grasslands. Camping on ridge.

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Grassy slopes

day 4 Masundha Dhar – Dalka Dhar – Devbasa

Trek distance: xxx kms | Trek duration: xxx hours

After breakfast at Masundha we start our third day easy Grade trek to dhalka dhar. Camping at Devbasa campsite.

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Trecherous way

day 5 Dev basa – Baradasar ridge

Distance: xxx kms trek | Trek duration: xxx hours

After breakfast we start our trek to Baradasar ridge. Camping at Baradasar ridge. Enjoy aerial view of Himalayan ranges and lower down Baradasar lake.

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Majestic view of Bradasar Lake

day 6 Baradasar ridge – Kukurkandi

Distance: xxx kms trek | Trek duration: xxx hours

After breakfast at kukurkandi start towards manjiban. Overnight stay at Manjiban.

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Waterfall on the way

day 7 Kukurakandi – Manjiban

Distance: xxx kms trek | Trek duration: xxx hours

After breakfast at kukurkandi start towards manjiban. Overnight stay at Manjiban.

day 8 Manjiban – Kanasar lake – Vishkupri.

Distance: xxx kms trek | Trek duration: xxx hours

Breakfast at Manjiban start early towards lake. Walk over stumbling rocky fields. Stunning view of Garhwal and Kinnaur ranges. Camping at Vishkupri.

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Kanasar Lake

day 9 Vishkupri – Liwari village

Distance: xxx kms trek | Trek duration: xxx hours

Start descending towards village Liwari after breakfast. Long trek to be covered so it’s preferred to start early morning.Over night stay at Village.

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Kanasar trek in winters

day 10 Liwari Village – Jakhol – Sankri

Distance: xxx kms trek | Trek duration: xxx hours

After breakfast at village start trek to Jakhol village accessible by road and transfer to Sankri from Jakhol. Overnight stay at Sankri.

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Apple orchards near Sankri

day 10 Sankri – Dehradoon

Distance: 196 kms drive | Drive duration: 7-8 hours

Transfer to Dehradoon after breakfast.

Note – Please carry eco bags or empty carry bags to keep the trash. Do not litter. Keep the place clean and safe.

things to carry:

  • Rucksack with rain cover (50-60ltrs)
  • Small Back pack to carry personal things (camera,Toiletries,Mobile and power bank) during hike.
  • Heavy warm jacket (1)
  • Uv protected Sunglasses (1)
  • Wind cheater / water proof jacket (1)
  • Thermal innerwear (2)
  • Full sleeve t-shirt (2)
  • Thermal socks/ sports socks (2)
  • Woollen socks (1)
  • Trekking pants (2)
  • Gloves (1)
  • Waterproof trekking shoes/snow boots (1)
  • Anti dermal powder (1)
  • Hat (1)
  • Warm woollen or Fur cap (1)
  • Rain coat (1)
  • balaclava (1)
  • Sunscreen lotion with high spf (1)
  • Torch with extra batteries
  • Camera with extra batteries (optional)
  • Water bottle (1)
  • Personal toiletries
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Polythene bags incase to carry wet clothes (2)
  • Power Bank
  • Towel
  • Personal id’s
  • Personal medication if any
  • Lunch box

Note – Please pack clothes according to your needs and in layers and preferably fleece clothing line. Light in weight so it gets easy to carry also keeps you warm in cold temperature.

  1. Please pack light.
  2. Pack personal first aid (band aid,Crocin,saridon,Seacod multivitamin, Stemetil for vomiting).
  3. Alcohol consumption or any kind of other drugs are strictly prohibited during trek.

tips to stay fit for long treks:

Trekking may be exciting and enjoyable. However, it is also physically taxing and calls for strong physical condition.

For challenging and moderately difficult trails:

  • Begin training 4-5 weeks before you go for trail.
  • Set a training schedule.
  • Cardio 30 -45 minutes (4-5) days a week.
  • Strength training 2 days a week.
  • Once a week try to complete day hike only if possible.
  • Start with a distance of 8-10 kms.
  • Jogging
  • Cycling
  • Stair climbing
  • Swimming
  • Work on your balance.
  • Work on your stamina.
  • Start with an elevation of 1000-1500 Meters.
  • Practice carrying 8-10 kg in your day hike for self sufficient trekking.
  • For best stamina results say no to drugs.
  • Practice uphill trek by stair climbing every day.