Leave early in the morning from Rishikesh / Haridwar and drive to Govindghat (approx. 8-9
hours’ drive).
Govindghat serves as the base camp for the trek to Hemkund Sahib and the Valley of Flowers.
Overnight stay in Govindghat.
Day : 2 Govindghat to Ghangaria
Start the trek from Govindghat to Ghangaria (approx. 13 kilometers).
Ghangaria is a small village that serves as the base camp for Hemkund Sahib and the Valley of
Flowers.
Overnight stay in Ghangaria.
Day : 3 Valley of Flowers
Early morning after breakfast start trek to the Valley of Flowers (approx. 4 kilometers from Ghangaria).
The Valley of Flowers is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its vibrant alpine flowers and
stunning landscapes.
Spend the day exploring the valley, taking in the breathtaking views, and enjoying the flora and
fauna.
Return to Ghangaria and stay overnight.
Day : 4 Ghangaria to Pipalkoti
Trek back from Ghangaria to Govindghat.
Drive to Pipalkoti and rest for the day.
Overnight stay in Pipalkoti.
Day : 5 Pipalkoti to Rishikesh
Drive back from Pipalkoti to Rishikesh.
Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas during the journey.
Evening drop in Rishikesh and enjoy your forward journey.
Accommodation Provided At
Ghangharia
Kuber or Kuber Annexe / Deepak GH / Similar
Govindghat
Hotel Badrish / Similar
Pipalkoti
Dhauliganga / Similar
Package Offer Cost
Group Departure
June
July
Price
Friday
23 June
-
11,900
Friday
7 July
11,900
Friday
21 July
11,900
Friday
28 July
11,900
Inclusion
Accommodation for 4 nights in deluxe hotels
Breakfast and Dinner as mentioned in above itinerary
Qualified & Professional trek Leader
Support Staff Medical Facility
Entry fees & permits
All transport from starting to end of your tour as per itinerary
Exclusions
Any personal Expense
Mules & porter to carry personal luggage
Emergency medical condition, if needed to evacuate in tour
Anything that is not mentioned in above inclusions
Description
The valley lies at an altitude of 3250 meters above sea level. This valley is the main zone of Nanda Devi Biosphere reserve. This is known to be a place where as per the mythology Lord Hanuman collected the Sanjeevani herb to treat Lakshman. You will be able to enjoy the chirping sound of birds and the sound of stream during the trek. The beauty encapsulating this place has been luring the nature loves for years in a row now.
To reach the valley, one needs to trek from Govind Ghat, on the course to Hemkund Sahib, up to Ghangaria, 12 kms ahead. The valley is around 5 kms from Ghangaria. The serine lake known as Hemkund lies in great environs. There is a Sikh Gurudwara and a Lakshman temple based on the bank of the lake. Encompassed by seven snow clad pinnacles and their related icy masses, it mirrors its surroundings enchantingly on its completely clear peaceful waters. This place is a hidden beauty which is far away from the humdrums of the daily life. It is a unique place that is a home to a variety of wild flowers and colourful butterflies.
Quick Facts:
Altitude:
Trekking distance – 14,400 feet.
Temperature – 12 degree to 20 degree Celsius during the day and 4 to 10 degree Celcius during night.
Start and end point – Both start and end points are Joshimath.
Level of difficulty – It is of easy to moderate level.
Nearest railway station – Nearest one is Haridwar.
Nearest Airport – Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun.
Base Camp – It is Ghangharia.
ATM – Joshimath is the last place where you will be able to locate various banks ATM’s.
