Kareri Lake Trek

The Haridwar to Kareri Lake trek is a beautiful trekking route in Himachal Pradesh, India. It typically takes around 6-7 days to complete, depending on your pace and the time you want to spend at different locations. Here’s a sample itinerary for the Haridwar to Kareri Lake trek:

Day 1: Haridwar to Dharamshala

• Start your journey from Haridwar and travel to Dharamshala by bus or taxi. It’s an approximately 6-7 hour journey.

Day 2: Dharamshala to Kareri Village

• Drive to Ghera (base village for the trek) from Dharamshala (around 20 km).
• Trek from Ghera to Kareri Village, which takes about 3-4 hours.
• Stay overnight in a homestay or camp in Kareri Village.

Day 3: Kareri Village to Kareri Lake

• Trek from Kareri Village to Kareri Lake, which is about 13-14 km and takes approximately 6-7 hours.
• Enjoy the stunning views of the Dhauladhar Range along the way.
• Set up camp at Kareri Lake for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Explore Kareri Lake

• Spend the day exploring the Kareri Lake area.
• You can go for a short hike to nearby peaks or just relax by the lake.
• Camp overnight at Kareri Lake.

Day 5: Kareri Lake to Kareri Village

• Trek back from Kareri Lake to Kareri Village.
• Stay overnight in Kareri Village.

Day 6: Kareri Village to Ghera and Return to Dharamshala

• Trek from Kareri Village to Ghera.
• Drive back to Dharamshala from Ghera.
• Stay overnight in Dharamshala.

Day 7: Return to Haridwar

• Travel back to Haridwar from Dharamshala, which is around a 6-7 hour journey.

Please note that this is just a sample itinerary, and you can adjust it based on your preferences and the time you have available. It’s important to check the current trekking conditions, weather, and obtain any necessary permits or information before embarking on the trek. Additionally, it’s advisable to hire a local guide who is familiar with the area and can assist you during the trek for safety and navigation.