Vasuki Tal
A glacial lake beyond Kedarnath, at 4,135 metres.
- Altitude
- 4,135 m
- Trek & start
- 8 km beyond Kedarnath
- Difficulty
- Steep
- Time needed
- Full day
- Best months
- May–Jun · Sep–Oct
Why go
Vasuki Tal is a high glacial lake ringed by peaks, a demanding day beyond Kedarnath. The trail climbs through alpine meadows to still, cold water at over four thousand metres.
It is quiet, remote and spectacular — a reward for fit, acclimatised trekkers who already have Kedarnath behind them.
The trek
Trek 16–17 km from Gaurikund and stay the night to acclimatise.
8 km of steep, high-altitude trail with glacier and moraine crossings, about 4–5 hours up; go with a guide.
Attempt only after a night at Kedarnath, and turn back if the weather closes in.
This is a high-altitude trek at 4,135 m — acclimatise at Kedarnath first, go with a guide, carry water and warm layers, and turn back if the weather turns.
FAQ
A full day from Kedarnath: 4–5 hours up, time at the lake, and 3–4 hours back. Start at first light.
Yes, for fit trekkers who have already spent a night at Kedarnath. It is not a trip to add on the day you arrive.
Yes. The path is faint in places, crosses glacier and moraine, and weather changes fast at this height. Hire a local guide at Kedarnath.
More places to explore
- Chopta sideTungnath & ChandrashilaSunrise above the clouds at 4,000 metres.
- Chopta sideDeoria TalAn emerald lake mirroring the Chaukhamba peaks.
- Chopta sideChoptaMeadows and forest — the base for Tungnath.
- Kedarnath sideTriyuginarayanThe eternal flame where Shiva and Parvati wed.
- Kedarnath sideGaurikundThe trailhead where the walk to Kedarnath begins.
- Chopta sideMadhyamaheshwarThe second of the Panch Kedar, deep in the forest.