Roopkund Trek vs Satopanth Lake Trek

Compare Roopkund Trek and Satopanth Lake Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Roopkund Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Satopanth Lake Trek fits a shorter schedule.

Our verdict

Roopkund Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Satopanth Lake Trek fits a shorter schedule.

FeatureRoopkund TrekSatopanth Lake Trek
DifficultyDifficultDifficult
Duration8 days5 days
Max altitude16,499 ft15,092 ft
Best seasonSep – NovSep – Nov
PermitsPermit requiredPermit required
Est. cost₹18,000–₹35,000₹18,000–₹35,000
RegionUttarakhandUttarakhand