Chandratal Baralacha Trek
Chandratal Baralacha Trek situated near Keylong. Every year many tourist come here for enjoy the nature. Chandratal is one of the high altitude lakes in the Himalayan region. This trek gives you unforgotten experience to cherish forever.
Chandratal Baralacha Trek commences from Batal. It is a few kilometers away from Keylong. Because, this trek is an easy yet unfrequented long trail. One can understand the fascination among trekkers to visit the desolate landscape of Ladakh.
You can explore the beauty of three rivers Chandra,Bhaga and Yunam as you trek and reach Baralacha Pass.
Fauna and Flora
There are vast meadows on the banks of the lake. During springtime, These meadows are blossom with hundreds of varieties of wild flowers.
In 1871, Harcourt, Assistant Commissioner of Kullu, reported that there was a plain of good grass to the north of Chandra Taal. Because, where shepherds brought large herds for grazing from Kullu and Kangra. Due to overgrazing, the grasslands are now degraded.
Chandra Taal is home to a few species such as the Snow Leopard, Snow Cock, Chukor, Black Ring Stilt, Kestrel, Golden Eagle, Chough, Red Fox, Himalayan Ibex, and Blue Sheep.
Over time, these species have adapted to the cold arid climate, intense radiation, and oxygen deficiency by developing special physiological features. Migratory species such as the Ruddy shelduck are found in summer.
Best Time to visit Chandratal Baralacha Trek
The Chandratal Baralacha is accessible between June to July and October. But, the best month to visit it, is during the month of September.