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Vasuki Tal
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Hill Station | Lake & Backwater
5 / 5
  • Timings : 24:00 Hours
  • Entry Fee : None
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 16.31 KMs From Chirbasa
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)1 - 2 Hours
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
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Vasuki Tal, also known as Vasuki Taal, is a high-glacial lake in Kedarnath Dham, Uttarakhand. It is at an amazing altitude of 14,200 feet above sea level. Brahma Kamal and other Himalayan flowers blossoming surrounding the placid lake add to the holy air. 

If you're heading to Uttarakhand, don't miss exploring the serene and spiritually rich places to visit in Kedarnath, like the ancient Kedarnath Temple and the breathtaking Vasuki Tal.

Vasuki Tal history

Lord Vishnu bathed in this lake during the Hindu tradition's auspicious Raksha Bandhan festival. As a result, the Tal got its name as Vasuki Tal.

The Tal offers travelers beautiful views of Chaukhamba peaks. Around the lake, travelers can also have stunning views of the mighty Himalayan mountains. Furthermore, the tal area is perfect for trekking and trekkers enjoy it. Make the best of the Kedarnath Tour Packages by making unforgettable memories and exploring breathtaking destinations. 

How difficult is the Vasuki Tal trek?

The Trek is still a natural trek and is not very difficult. Besides, the beauty of the glaciers will get your attention. The surroundings are very beautiful and have mesmerizing views. 

The journey of the Vasuki Tal via Tapovan is awesome. Not only do you trek for miles over the glaciers, but you can also enjoy camping at night at the base of the mountains. The tal is a height of 4800 meters from the sea level. The Trek goes through various glaciers and rocks, making it exciting and amazing for trekkers. 

En route, you will see breathtaking views of Himalayan peaks such as Shivling, Thalay Sagar, Meru, and Bhagirathi I, II, and III. The Vasuki Tal Trek route passes via Gaumukh. The source of the mighty Ganga and Tapovan is a beautiful alpine meadow of holy significance for Hindus.

Because this journey is still relatively unknown, it provides trekkers with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience nature at its finest. You must have prior experience trekking in the Himalayas to participate in the Trek.

What is the height of Tal?

Vasuki Tal is a beautiful lake located near Kedarnath at a height of 4,135 meters. Snow-covered mountains and glaciers such as the Vasuki Glacier and the Chor Bamak Glacier feed it.

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