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Valley of Flowers - Eco lodge based trek

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Valley of Flowers - Eco lodge based trek
  • Category: Trekking/Camping/Easy/8days
  • Season: June / September / October
  • Location: Gharwal, Uttarakhand
  • Cost: 18900/- per person plus taxes
  • Min Group: 1 for fixed departures
  • Customizable: Yes
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About the trip

(We have 10 fixed departures every month during the season)

 

This trek to the internationally acclaimed Valley Of Flowers is a must do for all flora lovers and for people who love mountains. This UNESCO world heritage site was discovered by the legendary British mountaineer and author Frank S Smythe on his way back from a successful climb to Mt. Kamet way back in 1931. This national park is situated in the upper expansions of Bhyundar Valley in the interior regions of Garhwal Himalayas. Spread over an area of 87.5 sq. kms., the valley is at an altitude of 3250m and above and plays home to more than 300 species of alpine flowers. Big attractions here are the Bhramkamal, Cobra Lilly & Blue Poppy flowers. Big mountains of Ratban Parvat and Nar Parvat and several waterfalls flowing down the surrounding ranges provide just the right backdrop to this amazing piece of nature’s creation. Another big attraction for trekkers in this region is the sacred Sikh shrine of Hem Kund Sahib, situated by the banks of a high altitude lake. This climb to the Sikh shrine is a steep one but one is well rewarded on reaching the lake. Hot glass of tea here is something you will cherish for quite some time. We finish the first leg of our trek and head to the beautiful and spiritual temple town of Badrinath.

 

Note: A detailed packing list will be shared with you once you have signed up for the trip

 

Duration – 06 days
Trekking days – 04 days
Max Altitude – 4329 mts
Acco - Hotel/Guesthouse/Luxury
Camp-5 Nights & Train-2 Nights


Fixed Departure start dates:

JUN: 15 / 18 / 21 / 24 / 27 / 30 |  JUL: 3 / 6 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 18 / 21 / 24 / 27 |  AUG: 3 / 2 / 5 / 8 / 11 / 14 / 17 / 20 / 23 / 26 / 29

SEP: 1 / 4 / 7 / 10 / 13 / 16 / 19 / 22 / 25 / 28 |  OCT: 1 / 4

Cost Inclusive of

1.    All road transfers by private vehicles - Haridwar to Haridwar.
2.    Accommodation will be provided in eco-lodges and tented cottages on twin-sharing basis with attached bathrooms.
3.    Meals: As per itinerary. Tea /coffee, snacks & drinking water during the trek. All meals would be vegetarian.
4.    English speaking & professionally trained mountain guide.
5.    Evening slide shows and documentaries.
5.    All trekking permits and park entry fees.
6.    First Aid Kit.

Cost Not Inclusive of

1.    Air Fare
2.    Travel Insurance
3.    Accommodation in Delhi - We can arrange if required. Rooms starting at Rs.2500 and upwards.
4.    Single supplements.
5.    Additional meals/services not mentioned in the above.
6.    Charges for video/ still cameras etc.
7.    Alcohol, beverages, soft drinks etc.
8.    Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
9.    Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, roadblocks, bad weather, etc.
10.   Insurance
11.   Mules and porters to carry personal gear should be booked in advance at an extra cost
12.   Helicopter charges if you opt for the flight - should be booked in advance




Itinerary

DAY 0 – DELHI – HARIDWAR
Depart from Delhi by overnight train or surface transport (in case of non availability of Train tickets).

DAY 1 – HARIDWAR – HEL JAYALGARH – HEL AULI:
Arrive Haridwar, transfer by road on a picturesque journey to Jayalgarh (115 kms/3.5hrs drive). Stop here at our beautiful riverside deluxe camp for freshening up and breakfast by the River Alaknanda. Then set out on a beautiful drive to Auli, arrive at HEL, Auli. Lunch will be enroute. Enjoy hot tea, snacks and a grand view of the Nanda Devi around sunset. This alone will make you feel your trip was worth its while. Overnight at Himalayan Eco Lodge, Auli.

Day 2: AULI - GOVINDGHAT – GHANGRIA (3048 / 10000 ft) (CAMP VALLEY OF FLOWERS)
Early morning drive for about 40-60 minutes to Govindghat, we start the trek by crossing the river Alaknanda over a bridge at Govindghat and from there walking towards the Bhyundar valley through forest area and a few villages. There are numerous waterfalls and absolutely lush green landscape all around. The gradient of the trail is moderate. The 14 kms trek to reach Ghangria takes about 4-5 hrs, one can also hire a mule or use the helicopter service to reach Ghangria. Overnight in Camp Valley of Flowers, Ghangharia.

Day 3: GHANGRIA – VALLEY OF FLOWERS (3658 m / 12000 ft) – GHANGRIA
It's a delightful and short ascent to the valley. Gradient is moderate and the landscape extremely soothing to the eye. It will take about a couple of hours to reach the valley. The beauty of this world renowned valley totally lives up to its reputation. There are unending meadows laden with varieties of alpine flowers, network of streams and big mountains all around. At the entrance of the Valley stands the snow-clad peak of Ratban Parvat, towards the left is Nar Parvat, which separates the Badrinath valley from this valley, and to the right is dense Birch forest on the hillsides. The prominent species are Braham Kamal, Anemone, Geranium, Marsh Marigold, Prinula, Lilium, Potentilla, Ranunculus, Inula, Corydalis, Pedicularis, Arisaema, Ligularia, Morina, Impatiens, Saxifrages Bistorta, Anaphalis, Sibbaldia. We will spend 3-4 hrs exploring different corners & vantage points of the valley and towards late afternoon retrace our steps to Ghangria. Total trekking time would be about 04 hrs. Overnight in Camp Valley of Flowers, Ghangharia.

Day 4: GHANGRIA – HEMKUND SAHIB (4329 m / 14200 ft) – GHANGRIA
Today's climb to Hemkund Sahib is steep at places and will take about 3 - 4 hrs. Hemkund Sahib is a popular Sikh Shrine built next to the beautiful lake. The lake is surrounded by wild flowers with Bhramkamal being the most popular. Pilgrims take a dip in the freezing cold waters of the lake, not an easy task. We will serve hot tea in the Gurudwara (Shrine) and retrace our steps to Ghangria. Overnight in Camp Valley of Flowers, Ghangharia.
 (**Visitors not wanting to visit Hemkund Sahib can relish Valley of Flowers again**)

Day 5: GHANGRIA – GOVINDGHAT – BADRINATH - AULI
Today we trek back to Govindghat and from there drive for about an hour to reach the beautiful temple town of Badrinath. Situated on the banks of holy Alaknanda and with the backdrop of Neelkant peak, an ancient temple with hot sulphur water pools and crisp and clean air, Badrinath is a wonderful destination to visit. For the spiritually inclined, there can be no better place. Later in the evening return to Auli. Overnight at Himalayan Eco Lodge, Auli.

Day 6: AULI – HARIDWAR
Early morning after breakfast, drive to Haridwar (290kms/8hrs)..............your trip ends here with undying memories of the Himalayas.
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