Kareri Lake Trek with Camping

Description

Kareri Lake Trek Package Overview

1499 + 5% Gst Without Transport
2199 + 5% Gst (McLeod Ganj to McLeod Ganj)

Kareri Lake Trek is one of the beautiful treks that starts from the Kangra Valley and passes through beautiful villages, forests and ends at the spectacular lake with splendid views of Dhauladhar ranges. Here’s a detailed overview of the Kareri Lake Trek

Overview:

Kareri Lake or Kumarwah Lake is a high altitude, glacial fed lake situated in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh at the altitudinal range of 2960m to 3100m in Dhauladhar sub-crest. Located at an altitude of almost 2934 meters above the sea level it has chiefly been formed as a result of the melting glacial water supplied by the Dhauladhar mountain range. The trek to Kareri Lake is quite famous among tourist and trekkers as it falls under moderate trekking zone and the beauty of the nature around is absolutely mesmerizing.

Highlights:

Scenic Beauty: Walk through the verdant grass lands, pine jungles, and the remote Himachal Pradesh villages.
Cultural Encounters: Get acquainted with the Gaddi tribal people famous for their specific way of welcoming the guests.
Kareri Lake: Towards the end get to the beautiful Kareri Lake Trek which is located near the Dhauladhar Mountain range.
Photography Opportunities: One can take beautiful shots of the mountains, the vegetation at the higher altitudes, and the pristine waters of Kareri Lake.

Essentials:

Permits: For conducting the research, secure permission from the Forest Department or the relevant local government administration.
Professional Guidance: Trek should be made along with guides and other necessary staff to make the best out of it.
Camping Gear: Equipped with the necessities including the tents, sleeping bags, and any other thing that may be needed while on a camping trip.
Meals: Partake vegetarian meals, best cooked during the trek in order to get the most out of them.
Transport: Arrange a transport to and fro McLeod Ganj to Kareri Village.

Best Time to Visit:

It is advised to take the Kareri Lake Trek during the April to June and September to November because the whole ambiance is warm and the trails are free of snow.

The Kareri Lake Trek is one of the best treks offering natural beauty and some adventure in the Himalayan region making it an ideal trek for every trekking lover aspiring to have the best of flavors of trekking.

How to Reach

While planning to do the Kareri Lake trek, the starting point is usually Mcleod Ganj, a famous place in Himachal Pradesh near Dharamsala. Here’s how you can reach McLeod Ganj and proceed to Kareri Village for the trek:Here’s how you can reach McLeod Ganj and proceed to Kareri Village for the trek:

1. By Air:

Nearest Airport: The Kangra Airport in Gaggal – Dharamshala.
From Airport to McLeod Ganj:From Airport to McLeod Ganj:
Distance: Approximately 20-25 km.
Options: Taxi and other pre booked private cars are available from airport to McLeod Ganj.

2. By Train:

Nearest Major Railway Station: Pathankot Railway Station.</I>
From Pathankot to McLeod Ganj:From Pathankot to McLeod Ganj:
Distance: Approximately 90 km.
Options: Taxis and buses are available from Pathankot to McLeod Ganj Throughout the year one can find Delhi Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Bihar & West Bengal tourist coming to Dharamsala and surrounding places. Buses are cheaper and are available at frequently.

3. By Road:

From Delhi or Chandigarh to McLeod Ganj:From Delhi or Chandigarh to McLeod Ganj:

Delhi to McLeod Ganj:
Distance: Approximately 475 km.
Route: TThe road route is: NH44 to Chandigarh via Murthal, Panchkula, and Zirakpur and then NH503 to McLeod Ganj.
Time: It will take approximately 9-10 hours by road most especially if one will be traveling from the northern side of the country.

Chandigarh to McLeod Ganj:
Distance: Approximately 250 km.
Route: NH 503 via Rupnagar and Una to McLeod Ganj.
Time: This is about 6-7 hours’ drive from the capital city of Tanzania Dar es Salaam and about 20-30 minutes by plane from Dar es Salaam.

Further Travel to Kareri Village (Starting Point of Trek):Further Travel to Kareri Village (Starting Point of Trek):
From McLeod Ganj to Kareri Village:From McLeod Ganj to Kareri Village:
Distance: Approximately 25 km.
Travel Options:
Taxi: Private taxi services are also available from McLeod Ganj to Kareri Village though a bit expensive as compared to (A) above. It takes about 1-1. 5 hours of course, depending on traffic conditions on the way.
Local Bus: Local transport could be by bus and there is the possibility of taking a bus from McLeod Ganj bus stand to Kareri lake trek though these may not be as regular.

Trek Start from Kareri Village: But once you get to Kareri Village the exploration of the lake begins. The trekking path is very clear, obviously, it leads through the forests and across the streams and other eye-catching geographical features.

Note:

For convenience and preparation it is recommended that one get to McLeod Ganj a day before the trek starts.
Note that in the night time and especially during winter, there can be changes in the road status because of the snow; therefore, it is recommended to further check the local conditions.
These two options then help you to get to McLeod Ganj and then to further to Kareri Village for starting your thrilling trek to Kareri Lake Trek in the Himachal Himalayas.