Khatling Glacier Vasukital Kedarnath trek

The Khatling glacier situated in Tehri district is a lateral glacier which is the source of the river Bhilangna. According to the legends Bhilangna was actually a maiden who tried to capture Lord Shiva’s attention while he meditated and upon being rebuked was dissolved into water. The Valley of Bhilangna delights us with a panoramic view of snow capped peaks and hanging glaciers. The Khatling glacier is surrounded by snow peaks of the Jogin group (6466 m), Sphetic Pristwar (6905 m), Barte Kauter (6579 m), Kirti Stambh (6902 m) and Meru. The moraines on the side of the glaciers look like standing walls of gravel mud.

The entire trek passes through thick kharsao forests and beautiful lush green grassy meadows in the beginning. Later, it crosses two passes above 17,000 ft. and negotiates glaciers moraines and a snow patch. The entry to the Bhilangna valley provides excellent spots for camping.

The Khatling Glacier trek provides options on routes. One option being the trek beyond Khatling Glacier towards Kedarnath. The shrine of Kedarnath which is dedicated to lord Shiva is amongst the holiest pilgrimages for the Hindus. The holy pilgrimage is captivating, and there are a number of very beautiful lakes that fall in this area.
Negotiating high passes and Close views of high Himalayan peaks are the highlights of the trip.