Valley of Flowers How to Reach ? |
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Valley of Flowers How to Reach ? |
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The closest you can get to The Valley of Flowers by road is Pulna village just 3km from Govind Ghat towards Ghangaria route. This requires around an 11 hour drive to Joshimath from Dehradun, then another one hour to Gobindghat and 15 minute drive to Pulna. From Pulna it is a 12-km trek along a steep, narrow, but well defined mountain trail to base camp at Ghangaria. How to reach Valley of Flowers ? Time needed: 4 to 5 days. How to reach valley of flowers from Delhi, Haridwar, Rishikesh and Dehradoon please find below the brief details information ;
Valley of flowers is famous for its outstanding natural beauty, endangered animals and endemic alpine flowers. This valley comes under the national park category of India. It is spread over an area of around 88 sq. Km. Beautiful waterfalls, landscapes and meadow add more stars to the beauty of Valley of Flowers. This national park is surrounded by forests.
By Road It is well connected with car/buses road. One can easily book Buses and Taxis from all major towns of Uttarakhand.Valley of Flowers is well connected upto Govind Ghat from here you have to 16 kms commence trek to reach Valley of Flowers. Govind Ghat well connected by road with major destinations of Uttarakhand state transport. Car, Buses and Taxis are easily available from Rishikesh city or Haridawar.
By Train The nearest train/railway station is Rishikesh to reach Valley of flowers. From here you have to manage car or bus to till Govind Ghat. Valley of flowers is a far from Govind Ghat only 16 kms. Rishikesh city is well connected by railway or road networks with major destinations of India.
By Air Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to here, but the road is only connected upto the Govind Ghat. Now you have to trek of 16kms to reach Valley of Flowers. Govindghat is located at a distance of only 292kms from Jolly Grant Airport and well connected by motor able roads. Jolly Grant Airport is well connected to Delhi transport also.
Flora and fauna
This area is home to several rare and endangered species including the Snow leopard, Asiatic black bear, musk deer, flying squirrel, tahr, brown bear, red fox and blue sheep. However, the density of animals is very low. Among the birds, Himalayan Monal Pheasant and other high altitude birds can be sighted in this National Park. Among flowers, orchids, poppies, primulas, marigold, daisies and anemones are very abundant. However, there are more than 300 species of higher plants in this area. Some of these plants also have medicinal values.
First Day Teak - Starts from Govind Ghat (1900mtr) to Ghangria (3000mtr), 7 hours, 13kms gradual ascent.
Second Day Trek - Ghangria to Valley of flowers (3500 m), back to Ghangria 10 kms easy ascent followed by flat walk through the valley and return.
Third Day Trek - Ghangria to Hemkund (4300m) Sahib and back to Ghangria 6 kms 7 hours hard climb 5 hours descent.
Fourth Day Trek - Fourth day teak will start from Ghangria to Govind Ghat 13kms easy descent 5 hours.
Climate in the Valley of Flowers
Best time to visit Valley of flowers is from July to August, this is the when climates remain best to trek this beautiful valley. Average rainfall in this area is almost 1800.2 mm. Valley of flowers is located at an altitude of 3250 to 6750 meters from the sea level. Maximum temperature in this area goes up to 17°C and Minimum goes down to 7°C. This temperature is best to trek this high altitude valley.
Itinerary for Valley of flowers Trek
Day 01: Haridwar/ Rishikesh / Dehraund -
Joshimath
Morning drive to reach Joshimath (1874 mt / 253Km) which
is the winter abode of Lord Badrinath. Lunch enroute. Evening arrive at
Joshimath and check into the hotel.
Day 02:
Joshimath - GovindGhat - Ghangaria Trek
After breakfast, drive to reach Govindghat (1828 mt / 22Km). Start
trekking to reach Ghangaria(3049 mt / 14 km Trek) with packed lunch.
Ghangaria is also known as GOVIND DHAM, It is the base camp for visiting
Hemkund Sahib and Valley of Flowers
Overnight: Tent / Hotel
Day 03:
Ghangaria - Valley of Flower - Ghangaria
Trek to the Valley of Flowers. The whole valley is dotted with varieties
of exotic flowers and other flora. Return to Ghangria for overnight stay.
one Can visit again to Valley of Flowers to search of Flowers and Fauna. or can visit to Hemkund Sahib Lake
Day 04: Ghangaria -
Hemkund - Ghangaria
Early in the morning start trekking (7 Km) to reach "HEMKUND SAHIB". One
of the most revered of all Sikh Shrines, The Hemkund Sahib, the Worlds
Highest Gurudwara, is situated at an altitude of 4,329 mts. In the
afternoon trek down to reach Ghangariya for overnight stay. Evening is
free for rest & relaxation.
Overnight: Tent / Hotel
Day 05:
Ghangaia - GovindGhat - Joshimath.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 06: Drive to Rishikesh./Haridwar/Dehradun. Trip end up here.
No. |
Name of Flowers |
Time of flowering |
1. |
Rhododendron arboreum |
February–June |
2. |
Primula denticuleta |
April–July |
3. |
Iris kemaonensis |
June–July |
4. |
Fritillaria roylei |
June–July |
5. |
Lilium oxypetalum |
June–July |
6. |
Arisaema costautum |
June–July |
7. |
Thermopsisa barbata |
June–July |
8. |
Rosa macrophylla |
June–July |
9. |
Caltha palustris |
June–July |
10. |
Fragaria nubicola |
May–July |
11. |
Saxifraga roylei |
July–August |
12. |
Anemone obtusiloba |
June–August |
13. |
Cypripedium himalaicum |
June–August |
14. |
Rheum australe |
July–August |
15. |
Phlomis oracteosa |
June–August |
16. |
Hackelia uncinata |
June–August |
17. |
Senecio jacquemotiamus |
August–September |
18. |
Ligularia amplexicaulis |
July–August |
19. |
Morina longifolia |
July–September |
20. |
Geum elatum |
July–August |
21. |
Geranium wallichianum |
July–August |
22. |
Impatiense sulcata |
July–August |
23. |
Meconopsis aculeata |
July–August |
24. |
Delphenium roylei |
July–August |
25. |
Aconitum hookeri |
August–September |
26. |
Thalictrum reniforme |
July–September |
27. |
Potentilla atrosanguinea |
July–September |
28. |
Sedum ewersii |
August–September |
29. |
Dactylorhiza hatagirea |
June–July |
30. |
Bistorta affinis |
August–September |
31. |
Stachys sericee |
August–September |
32. |
Nepeta connata |
August–September |
33. |
Pedicularis hoffmeistri |
July–August |
34. |
Swertia hookeri |
August–September |
35. |
Gentiana ornata |
August–September |
36. |
Gaultheria erichophy |
August–September |
37. |
Codonopsis affinis |
August–September |
38. |
Angelica cyelocarpa |
July–September |
39. |
Leontopodium jacotianum |
July–September |
40. |
Saussurea fastuosa |
July–September |
41. |
Campanula latitotia |
August–September |
42. |
Cyananthus lobotus |
August–September |
43. |
Sassurea obvallata |
August–September |
44. |
Cremanthodium ellisii |
July–September |
45. |
Anaphalis triplineruts |
July–September |
46. |
Inula grandiflora |
August–September |
47. |
Aster albescens |
July–September |
48. |
Selinium tenuifolium |
August–September |
49. |
Heracleum pinnatum |
August–September |
50. |
Epilobium latisperma |
August–September |
51. |
Silene setisperma |
August–September |
52. |
Arenaria griffithii |
August–September |
53. |
Corydalis junecea |
August–September |
54. |
Erigerono multiradiatus |
August–September |
55. |
Polygonum molle |
August–September |
56. |
Himalayan Blue Poppy |
July–September |
57. |
Codonopsis viridis |
July–August |
58. |
Origanus vulgare |
July–August |
59. |
Hackelia uncinata |
July–August |
60. |
Salvia hins/lanata |
July–August |
61. |
Smilacina purpurea/oleracea |
June–July |
62. |
Viola biflora |
June–August |
63. |
Rhodiola heterodonta |
July–August |
64. |
Epilohium latifolium |
July–August |
65. |
Cotoneaster integrifolius |
July–August |
66. |
Dubyaea hispida |
August–September |
67. |
Saussurea costus |
July–August |
68. |
Ligularia fiseheri |
July–August |
69. |
Androsace museoidea |
July–August |
70. |
Eritrichium conum |
July–August |
71. |
Lindelofi anchusoides |
July–August |
72. |
Thymus linearis |
June–August |
73. |
Rheum webbianum |
June–August |
74. |
Megacorpaea polyandra |
June–August |
75. |
Trillidium govanianum |
June–August |
76. |
Satyrium nepoleanse |
June–August |
77. |
Podophyllum hexaneum |
June–August |
78. |
Picrorhiza kurrooa |
June–August |
79. |
Polygonatum multiflorum |
June–August |
Get in Fees/Permits
Visitors have to pay a fees of INR 60 at the entrance.
Get around See
Hemkund:
This places is surrounded by the seven snow covered peaks. Hemkund lake is holy lake for hindus and Sikhs. Best way to reach this place is through Govind Ghat, on the Badrinath road.
Do
Trekking: Valley of flowers is a world heritage site and among the natural wonders of the world. This beautiful valley is located at the feet of amazing snow peaks. This valley is almost 10 km long and almost 12 km wide. During the rainy season, the whole valley turns into a naturally created beautiful garden, with different verity of colorful flowers. This valley is located at an altitude of around 3500-4000 meters. There are few snow lakes and glaciers in this valley which increases the beauty of this place.
Valley of flowers is famous for its excellent natural trekking trail, it is the home for many beautiful flowers like Cobra Lily, Blue Poppy and Brahmakamal. This is a must visit place for the flower and nature lovers.
Buy
If you are really interested in various species of flowers, you can buy a CD from the check-post.
Eat
Carry/Pack your lunch or snacks from Ghangria.
Drink
Sleep
Lodging
Budget hotels are available at around INR 400-500 per night at Ghangaria. Dormitories are also available. However travellers cannot expect expensive luxury facilities.
Camping
Staying overnight at the park is not allowed. Visitors must visit it from Ghagaria and come back before it is dark.
| June | July | August | September | New Trek |
| 05 to 10 :: Open | 1July to 6 July :: Open | 1 to 6 August :: Open | 3 to 8 September :: Open | Valley of Flower to Hanumanchatti Trek |
| 11 to 16 :: Open | 2 to 7 July :: Open | 3 to 8 August :: Open | 4 to 9 September :: Open | |
| 17 to 22 :: Open | 3 to 8 July :: Open | 5 to 10 August :: Open | 5 to 10 September :: Open | |
| 23 to 28 :: Open | 4 to 8 July :: Open | 6 to 11 August :: Open | 11 to 16 September :: Open | June 2 to 8 |
| 25 to 30 :: Open | 5 to 10 July :: Open | 7 to 12 August :: Open | 17 to 22 September :: Open | June 9 to 15 |
| 28 to 03 :: Open | 10 to 15 July :: Open | 12 to 17 August :: Open | 23 to 28 September :: Open | 20 June to 26 |
| 11 to 16 July :: Open | 13 to 18 August :: Open | July 4 to 10 | ||
| 12 to 17 July :: Open | 14 to 19 August :: Open | Rest dates are open | ||
| 17 to 22 July :: Open | 19 to 24 August :: Open | |||
| 23 to 28 :: Open | 20 to 25 August :: Open | |||
| 24 to 29 :: Open | 21 to 26 August :: Open | |||
| 29 to 3 :: Open | 26 to 1 September :: Open | |||
| 30 to 4 :: Open | ||||
| 31 to 5 :: Open | ||||
Duration 5 Nights / 6 Days
Destination Covered : Rishikesh - Joshimath - Ghangaria - Hemkund Sahib - rishikesh
Group Departure Trip ::-->
Trip cost :: Budget Packages Fix Departure Trek ::--> INR 11,989 Economy / 14,989 Budget / 19,989 Standard / 24,989 Deluxe per person
Day 1 : Rishikesh - Joshimath
leave for Joshimath by car. On the way visit Rudra prayag where Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers meet. On arrival at Joshimath, check in hotel. Dinner & Night Halt.
Day 2 : Joshimath - Ghangaria
Early morning we leave from Joshimath for Govindghat, which is the starting point for the trek. From Govindghat there is a gradual ascent along a well - maintained pilgrim trail to the camp at Ghangaria - the base from where day walks can be made into the valley of flowers. Arrange porters and prepare for the trek. After a light breakfast, 14 km trek up to Ghangaria. Dinner & Night halt at Camp / Hotel. ( All meals at camp).
Day 3 : Ghangaria - Valley Of Flowers - Ghangria
After breakfast 4 km trek to Valley Of Flowers (3858 m ) from Ghangaria. The valley is an enchanting sight with an impressive array of rare wildflowers like brahma kamal, fane Kamal with range of small multicolored flowers make it a delight for travelers. The snowclad peaks including Nilgiri Parbat (6474 m) stand in bold relief against the skyline. The valley is 10 kms long, 2 kms wide, and is divided by the Pushpawati stream, into which several tiny streams and waterfalls merge. After enjoying the beauty of valley we come back to Ghangaria. Dinner & Night halt at camp / Hotel. ( Pack lunch and dinner ).
Day 4 : Ghangaria - Hemkundsahib - Ghangaria
After breakfast 6 km trek to Hemkundsahib (4329 m) from Ghangaria. This is quite a steep climb. In the Sikh holy book, the Granth Sahib, the Sikh Guru Gobind Singh recounts that in a previous life, he meditated on the shores of a lake surrounded by seven snowcapped mountains now recognized by Hemkund. We visit Lake & Gurudwara. Again 6 km trek back to Ghangaria. Dinner & Night halt at camp / Hotel. ( All meals )
Day 5 : Ghangaria - Joshimath - Auli
After breakfast leave for Govindghat on the trek of 14 kms and reach govindghat be afternoon and drive back to Joshimath after that drive to Auli. Check in hotel on arrival and relax. One can also visit Auli in the evening. overnight at hotel. ( breakfast and lunch ).
Day 6: Auli-Joshimath - rishikesh - Haridwar
Early morning we leave with packed breakfast from Joshimath for Haridwar. On the way visit Devprayag and Rishikesh. Arrive Haridwar. Trip end up here.
INR 17,989 Per Persob & INR :: 19,989 Per Head - Private Tours Packages
TREKKING TOUR ENDS WITH SWEET MEMORIES TAKE HOME
COST INCLUDES::
1. Accommodation in Joshimath / Ghangaria on breakfast and dinner based in a day. Lunch pack on trekking. Transport X Rishikesh / Haridwar / Dehradun with NAC Local cab.
2. Lunch on trekking tour on the way and neat and clean accommodation in Joshimath and Ghangaria.
3. Service of Guide for valley of flowers.
4. Rooms on double sharing or twin sharing bases.
Cost does not include:
1. Any meals / services not mentioned above.
2. Porters or ponies for personal stuff.
3. Mineral water and bottled drinks.
4. Items of personal Nature.
5. anything that is not include in cost Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, mineral water, sleeping bags etc..
6. Liquor, soft drinks, bottled water, beverages, etc.
7. Any expenses rising due to bad weather, landslides, etc.
8 . Travel insurance+ any meals while travelling
NOT INCLUDED: Alcohol, bottled water or soft drinks. Tip for Guide staff or porters.
TRANSPORT: Transport is by private car NAC with an best driver our own company employ drivers.
SPENDING MONEY: You should allow for incidentals and tips, perhaps a little more if you enjoy a few beers as these are comparatively expensive in India.
INSURANCE: It is a condition of joining any of our tours that you hold adequate insurance cover. This must include medical and personal accident insurance
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