Trekking in Indian Himalaya

You can trek for one day or one month; backpack all your gear and wonder off in the wilderness or stroll comfortably with just a shoulder bag, water bottle and camera whilst animals transport your camping gear, heavy baggage and logistic loads.

You may set a challenging pace and go over difficult grades and high passes or just amble along, enjoying the wild flowers, magnificent scenery, uncomplicated lives of people staying close to nature, stopping when you please, chatting with your companions, forging new relationships and hoarding a fund of fascinating memories to cherish. India is the ultimate destination for a trekking holiday, offering everything from short and easy excursions to the long challenges of the snowy peaks, invoking
visions of the spectacular Himalayas, the lush meadows, green woodland and fragrant orchards. The captivating landscape, with an incomparable diversity of flora and fauna: India is regarded as the 'trekkers' paradise' and, indeed, is a refreshing treat to the trekkers.

Make sure you do enough research and are adequately prepared for the trek. A good guide on unknown routes is much of a blessing. Many agencies will organise treks and complete logistics if you plan with them a little in advance and an organised trek leaves one time to enjoy the trek in totality.

Jammu Kashmir

Kashmir : Sonamarg - Wangat, Srinagar- Daksum- Kishtwar, Pahalgam to Kolahoi glacier & Tar Sar, Panikhar to Heniskot via Kanji la, Pahalgam to Sumbal via Sonamous Pass, Pahalgam - Sonamarg, Pahalgam to Suru valley via Boktol Pass, Sonamarg - Amarnath

Leh & Ladakh : Markha valley, Singge la and Lamayuru, Phugtal Gompa and Shingo la, Phitse la and Baralacha la, Kang la and Miyar glacier, Umasi la, Kanji la and Shilakong gorge, Padum to Leh via Cha Cha la, Rubrang la & Markha valley, Padum to Daracha via Shingo la, Padum to Daracha via Phitse la & Baralacha la, Padum to Lamayuru Via Singge la, Padum to Manali via Umasi la, Lamayuru to Chilling via Dung Dung la, Padum-Thonde-Zangla-Karsha Gompa- Padum Roundtrip, Spitok to Hemis via the Markha valley, Padum - Phutchal Gompa, Chadar ice trek, Indus valley trek, Spiti to Ladakh, The Rupshu trek, The Great Salt Lakes of Changtang, The Nubra valley trek, Manali Ladakh trek.

Himachal Pradesh : Hampta Pass and Lahaul, Deo Tibba base, Chandrakhani Pass and Malana, Pin Parvati and Spiti, Bara Bhangal, Indrahaar Pass, Kareri lake, Mani Mahesh Kailash, Kugti Pass and Lahaul, Chandratal and Baralacha la, Tarik la and Kinnaur, Bachleo Pass, Kinner Kailash.

Uttarakhand : The Kuari Pass, Gaumukh and Tapovan, Har ki Doon and Ruinsara Tal, Rupin Pass and Kinnaur, Roop Kund - Hom Kund - Ronti pass, Dodital and Yamunotri, Kalhindi Khal (Trans Himalayan), Valley of Flowers, Kaakbhishyundi Tal, Pindari, Kafni and Sunderdunga glaciers, Chandra Shilla summit, Milam glacier and Nanda Devi sanctuary, Darma valley (Trans Himalayan), Chotta Kailash, Bander Poonch Peak, Khatling glacier, Vasuki Tal, Panch Kedar.

Sikkim/ Darjeeling : Dzongri and Guicha la, Singalila ridge and Phalut.

Other trekking areas in India are

Karnataka : Kudremukh, Yana caves.

Maharashtra : Trekking in Sahayadris, Waki Woods.

Orissa : Gandhamardan hill trek, Mahendragiri hill trek, Nilgiri hill trek.

Kerala : Agastyarkoodam, Chembra Peak, Pythal Mala.

Mt. Kamet (7756 m) is the second highest mountain in the Garhwal region of India, after Nanda Devi, 7816 m. It lies in the Chamoli District of Uttarakhand, close to the border with Tibet. It is the third highest mountain in India, and the 29th highest in the world. In appearance it resembles a giant pyramid topped by a flat summit area with two peaks.

Range : Zaskar Range, Himalaya
First ascent : June 21, 1931 by Frank Smythe, Eric Shipton, R.L. Holdsworth and Lewa Sherpa.

Due to its position near the Tibetan Plateau, Kamet is remote and not as accessible as some Himalayan peaks. It also receives a great deal of wind from the Plateau. However, by modern standards, it is a relatively straight forward ascent for such a high mountain. Early explorers of the region faced long approach marches of around 320 km from Ranikhet through dense mountain forest; access is easier today.

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While attempts to climb Kamet began in 1855, the first ascent was not made until 1931 by Frank Smythe, Eric Shipton, R.L. Holdsworth and Lewa Sherpa, members of a British-Nepalese expedition. Kamet was the first summit over 7620 m to be climbed, and was the highest summit reached until the first ascent of Nanda Devi five years later. (However, far higher non-summit altitudes had been reached on the north side of Mount Everest in the 1920s.)

The standard route begins from the East Kamet (or Purbi Kamet) Glacier, ascending via Meade's Col (7100 m), the saddle between Kamet and its northern outlier Abi Gamin. From Meade's Col the route ascends the northeast edge of the north face. The ascent to Meade's col involves steep gullies, a rock wall, and several glacier climbs. Five camps are usually placed en route. The final ascent to the summit involves steep snow, possibly icy.

Mt. Kangchenjunga (8586 m) is the third highest mountain in the world (after Mount Everest and K2). Kangchenjunga is the highest mountain in India. Kangchenjunga translated means "The Five Treasures of Snows", as it contains five peaks, four of them over 8450 metre. The treasures represent the five repositories of god, which are gold, silver, gems, grain, and holy books. Kangchenjunga is also called Sewalungma in local Limbu language and considered sacred in Kirant religion.

Three of these five peaks (main, central, and south) are on the border of North Sikkim district of Sikkim, India and Taplejung District of Nepal, while the other two are completely in Taplejung District. Nepal is home to the Kangchenjunga Conservation Area Project run by the World Wildlife Fund, in association with the Nepal Mountaineering Association and HMG in Nepal, the sanctuary is also home to the Red Panda and other snow animals, birds and plants. India's side of Kangchenjunga also has a protected park area called the Kangchenjunga National Park.

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Until 1852, Kangchenjunga was assumed to be the highest mountain in the world, but calculations made by the British Great Trigonometric Survey in 1849 came to the conclusion that Mount Everest was the highest and Kangchenjunga the third-highest. Kangchenjunga was first climbed on May 25, 1955 by George Band and Joe Brown of a British expedition. The British expedition honoured the beliefs of the Sikkimese, who hold the summit sacred, by stopping a few feet short of the actual summit. Most successful summit parties since then have followed this tradition.

The five peaks of Kangchenjunga are as follows :

Kangchenjunga Main : 8586 m
Kangchenjunga West (Yalung Kang) : 8505 m
Kangchenjunga Central (Middle) : 8482 m
Kangchenjunga South : 8494 m
Kangbachen : 7903 m

The huge massif of Kangchenjunga is buttressed by great ridges running roughly due east to west and north to south, forming a giant 'X'. These ridges contain a host of peaks between 6000 and 8000 meters. On the east ridge in Sikkim, is Siniolchu (6888 m). The west ridge culminates in the magnificent Jannu (7710 m) with its imposing north face. To the south, clearly visible from Darjeeling, are Kabru North (7338 m), Kabru South (7316 m) and Rathong peaks (6678 m). The north ridge, after passing through the minor subpeak Kangchenjunga North (7741 m), contains The Twins and Tent Peak, and runs up to the Tibetan border by the Jongsong La, a 6120 m pass.

Kangchenjunga is known for its famous views from the hill station of Darjeeling. On a clear day, it presents an image not as much of a mountain but of a white wall hanging from the sky. The people of Sikkim revere Kangchenjunga as a sacred mountain. Permission to climb the mountain from the Indian side is rare, but sometimes allowed.

Because of its remote location in Nepal and difficult access from India, the Kangchenjunga region is not much explored by the trekkers. It has, therefore, retained much of its pristine beauty. In Sikkim too, trekking into the Kangchenjunga region has just been permitted. The Goecha La trek is gaining popularity amongst tourists. It goes to the Goecha La Pass which is located right in front of the huge southeast face of Kangchenjunga. Another trek to Green Lake Basin has recently been opened for trekking. This goes to the Northeast side of Kangchenjunga along the famous Zemu glacier.

The Kangchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA) covers 2035 km² surrounding the mountain on the Nepalese side.

Day 01 : Leh (Jammu Kashmir) - Marteslang by bus. Chokdo (4050 m) in 5 hour by trek.

Day 02 : Chokdo - Latza Kongmaru (4800 m) in 5 hour. After crossing narrow gorges, we start our ascension towards the Kongmaru la.

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Kongmaru La (5030 m)

Day 03 : Latza Kongmaru - Kongmaru La (5030 m) - Nimaling (4650 m) in 5 hour. From the pass, there are great views north towards eastern Korakoram and China, whilst the southern view is dominated by the shapely Kang Yatze (6400 m) and the Ladakhi range. We take a ridge trail and descend zigzagging across scree. Afterwards, the path meets the Nimaling summer pastures, used by Hankar and Markha shepherds.

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Kang Yatze (6400 m)

Day 04 : Nimaling - Hankar (4000 m) in 5 hour. We steadily descend through meadows to Thachutse and cross the Nimaling river. The trail follows the Markha river now, and will do so for the next few days.

Day 05 : Hankar - Markha (3850 m) in 4 hour. Several monasteries and ruins are scattered along the trail to Markha. After Umlung the valley narrows and becomes a gorge just before Markha. This large village has a fort and a monastery perched on the northern hill. The gompa is reputed to be one of the oldest in Ladakh.

Day 06 : Markha - Chalok (3450 m) in 4 hour. The trail passes through quite lush riverside vegetation . En route, we come across more derelict monasteries, some well maintained shortens and at least one good example of a wolf trap. Wolves become a nuisance during the winter as hunger forces them into the villages.

Day 07 : Chalok - Shingo (4150 m) in 6 hour.We criss-cross the Markha river and cross it on bridges set at many of the most difficult crossing places. From a tiny group of stupas, we leave the valley and continue upwards along a river bounded by willows and wild rose bushes.

Day 08 : Shingo - Ganda La (4920 m) - Rumbak (3750 m) in 7 hour. At the pass, colorful prayer flags flap in the wind, with the Zanskari range in the background. Afterwards, we descend steadily along the Jingchan river. We get great views towards the Stock summit and the Stock Kangri (6121 m).

Day 09 : Rumbak - Namlung La (4570 m) - Stok (3700 m) in 6 hour. Stock is famous for its palace and museum. To Leh by Bus/Car.

Most popular trek of Kashmir

Day 1 : From Spitok monastery (9 km from Leh), walk through village Jingchan (3600 m) to Rumbak (3750 m) in 6-7 hour.

Day 2 : Rumbak-Yurutse : Spectacular view of Stok Range from Yurutse (4150 m) in 4-5 hour.

Day 3 : Ganda La-Markha Valley : Gandal la (4920 m) requires steady ascent and slow pace. Scenic view of Zanskar range. Through village Kaya (3650 m) it is gradual walk to Skiu (3700 m) in 6-7 hour.

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Day 4 : Skiu-Markha : Trail crosses the river Markha several times. There are army bridges so no problem in crossing river. Markha village at 3850 m is gradual walk in 7 hour.

Day 5 : Markha-Nimaling : Nimaling (4650 m) is steady ascending and descending. Nimaling Plateau is green pasture where you can see permanent encampment of shepherds. 7 hour.

Day 6 : Nimaling-Chogdo via Kangmaru la : This is not as strenuous as it looks. Steady ascent to la 5030 m will require 2 hour at most. From there you can see scenic view of Nimaling plateau which seems like a land out of dreams as this is only green pasture among brown and gray land of rocks and scree. Chogdo at 4050 m is gradual but long descent. 6 hour.

Day 7 : Chogdo-Hemis : Walking besides stream. 5 hour. Travel by road to Leh.

Loharkhet - Dhakuri - Khati - Dwali - Pindari Baba Math/Zero Point : 40 km (one side)

Day 1 : Bageshwar - Bamsera (22 km by Tejam bus). Private jeep to Song (12 km) + 3 km by trek to Loharkhet (1760 m).

Day 2 : Loharkhet - Khati, 19 km by trek.

Day 3 : Khati - Phurkiya,16 km by trek.

Day 4 : Phurkiya - Pindari Baba Math - Dwali, 21 km by trek.

Day 5 : Dwali - Dhakuri, 19 km by trek.

Day 6 : Dhakuri - Song, 14 km by trek. Travel by bus to Bageshwar 40 km.

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Pindari Baba Math / Zero Point

Use KMVN facilities and support infrastructure, while not signing up for the package trek. It's quite feasible for you to just get yourself to Bageshwar, and you can sign up porter(s), a pony, staying at any of the KMVN huts on the way.

Porter (can carry 30 kg, and costs Rs 200/day), beds at KMVN huts (Rs 150/night), a guide (who is valuable, unlike porters), transportation to and from Song, etc .The maps identify all KMVN huts. You can landup at a KMVN hut without any advance warning. If they have a bed, you'll get it. If they don't, they'll bring a sleeping bag and accommodate you anyway. They will make dinner for you. It's cool. There are leeches and flies-that-bite. Full sleeves and long pants make sense.

Season : May-June and September - October.
KMVN package : Rs. 3200/-

Distance Chart

Almora - Bageshwar : 40 km

Day 1: Travel from Bageshwar to Loharkhet by jeep (40 km)

Day 2 : Trek to Dhakuri in 6-7 hour. Gradual ascending to 2300 m high Dhakuri Pass requires early start as vital reason of being tired is not altitude but Sun above head. Impressive view of Maiktoli, Trisul, Devtoli & Nanda Ghat from Dhakuri Pass.

Day 3 : Dhakuri-Dwali (2650 m) : Gradual walking through village Khati 2250 m which is famous for it's reach to Sunderdunga Glacier. 7 hour trek.

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Rhododendrons of Dwali

Day 4 : Dwali-Phurkia (3250 m) : Walking though dense jungles of Kumaon Himalayas is a experience of it's own type. 4 hour trek.

Day 5 : Phurkia-Pindari Glacier + Further to BC : 3-4 hour. + 2 hour Offers a unique experience to be in company of such a massive natural body like terminal moraines, erosion and huge glacial body of Pindari which is source of Pinder river.

Day 6 : Rest Day

Day 7 : Opening of Camp1 , Day 8 : Occupying Camp1

Day 9 : Opening Camp2 , Day 10 : Occupying Camp2

Day 11 - 13 : Summit attempt

Day 14 : Back to Dwali

Day 15 : Back to Dhakuri

Day 16 : Back to Song

Day 17 : Back to Bageshwar by jeep.

Day 1 : Travel from Bageshwar to Loharkhet (40 km)

Day 2 : Trek to Dhakuri

Day 3 : Trek to Khati

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Day 4 : Trek to Jatoli

Day 5 : Trek to Kathalia

Day 6 : Rest Day

Day 7 : Opening of Camp 1

Day 8 : Opening of Camp 2

Day 9 & 10 : Summit attempt

Day 11 : Back to Jatoli

Day 12 : Trek back to Song and then travel to Bageshwar.

Day 1 : Bageshwar - Song - Loharkhet, 40 km by bus, 3 km by trek

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Bageshwar temple

Day 2 : Loharkhet - Khati, 19 km by trek

Day 3 : Khati - Jatoli, 14 km by trek

Day 4 : Jatoli - Kathaliya, 13 km by trek

Day 5 : Kathaliya - Sunderdhunga - Kathaliya, 14 km by trek

Day 6 : Kathaliya - Jatoli, 13 km by trek

Day 7 : Jatoli - Dhakuri, 14 km by trek

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Dhakuri village

Day 8 : Dhakuri - Loharkhet - Bageshwar, 14 km by trek, 40 km by bus.

Season : May-June and September-October. Package tour cost : Rs 4000.

SUNDERDUNGA GLACIER - Bageshwar to Song by bus. Trek to Dhakuri via Loharkhet (14 km), to Jatoli via Umla (15 km), to Kathalia (3206 m) via Dungiadong (13 km),

(a) to Sunderdunga glacier (7 km, 3800 m) : 90 km, 7 days.
(b) to Sukhram glacier (7 km, 3900 m).
(c) Maiktoli glacier (7 km, 3800 m). Tharkot (6100 m), Mrigthuni (6856 m), Maiktoli (6804 m) and Pawali Dwar (6663 m) are nearby peaks.

Day 1 : Trek to Sela (17 km)

Day 2 : Trek to Baaling (11 km)

Day 3 : Trek to Dantu (6 km). The Panchachuli glacier is 4 km away.

Day 4 : Trek to Panchachuli - Dantu - Baaling - Nagling (19 km)

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Day 5 : Trek to Bungling (17 km)

Day 6 : Trek to Sobla (5 km)

Pithoragarh to Dharchula : 100 km, Dharchula to Sobla : 35 km

Day 1 : Govind ghat (1828 m, 18 km after Joshimath on Badarinath road). Trek to Ghangaria (3050 m, 15 km, 7 h). Ghangaria is very calm and cozy place on the famous Sikh pilgrim route with a Gurudwara.

Day 2 : Start early to visit Hem Kund Gurudwara (6 km) and return to Ghangria.

Day 3 : Trek to Govind Ghat.

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Hemkunt Sahib Gurudwara : Hem Kund is a glacial lake surrounded by six high peaks.

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Day 1 : Travel from Rishikesh Yatra Stand to Lohajung by direct bus.

Day 2 : Travel by jeep to Wan. Night stay at rest house.

Day 3 : Walking through jungle, gradual to steep ascending to reach Bedni Bugyal (3350 m, 6-7 hour).

Day 4 : High altitude walking, Bhagu Basa 4100 m is in footsteps of Roop Kund. There is a shelter which is usually filled with snow and ice which does not melt due to frozen wind, 6 hour walk.

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Day 5 : Trek to the mysterious Pond of Beauty - Roopkund (5029 m), close to the base of the Trishul (7120 m) and Nanda Ghungti (6310 m) Peaks. An arduous trek of three hours take you to Roopkund. The 2 m deep lake presents a magnificent sight. Another 30 minutes' walk up to the ridge above the lake will reward you with wonderful views of Mt. Trishul and the surrounding mountains. Night stay at Bedni Bugyal (8 hour walking).

Day 6: Walk back to camp at Wan (6 hour).

Day 7: Travel to Lohajung by jeep. Night Stay

Day 8 : Travel by 5 am bus to Haridwar.

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Himachal Pradesh is a trekker's paradise, offering everything from lush wooded valleys to barren snow capped mountain passes. Monsoon rains in July - August affect the treks. Avoid solo trekking on Pin Parbati route as accidents and disappearances have been occurred. This rewarding trek leads up the Parvati valley where Gaddi Shepard tend their flocks, and over the snowy Pin Pavati pass to the stark mountain deserts of Spiti.

Horses can't cross the Parvati pass, so you will need porters. The trail head at Pulga is easily accessible by bus from Manali. At Thakar Kuan labours are working on a dam across the river. A steep climb takes one to the snowy pass marked by Buddhist prayer flags. The snowfield obscures tracks and the descent is tiring, with much scree. The Pin valley national park is the home to bears, ibex and possibly snow leopards. The trail leads to the hamlet of Mudh from where follow a road to Sangam to catch a bus to Kaza.

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For Pin Parbati pass trek and equipment hire at Kaza : Sakya tours and Spiti Holiday adventures (Tent - Rs 75 / day, Sleeping bag - Rs 50 / day). Most trekking agencies are based in Manali, and offer all inclusive treks. Trek costs around US$ 400 / person.

Season : Sept to October, Type of trek : Strenuous

Day 01 : Manali - Pulga (100 km)
Travel by car/jeep from Manali to Manikaran and then to Pulga (2290 m). Manikaran is a holy place for both Sikhs and Hindus alike and also has the world's hottest Sulphur spring.

Day 02 : Pulga - Khirganga (10 km, 5 hour)
Trail gradually ascends to Khirganga which is a scenic place and now supported by a " shelter" which is usually heavily crowded by foreigners. Khirganga (2960 m) is a holy place with hot water springs.

Day 03 : Khirganga - Tunda Bhuj (18 km, 5 hour)
Steady ascend to the gorge and forest level walking to reach Tunda Bhuj (3285 m). Valley then widens and trail crosses several beautiful pastures supporting many types of wildflowers. There are some Gujjar/Gaddi shepherd encampments and this will be last human settlement you will be watching.

Day 04 : Tunda Bhuj - Thakar Kuan (16 km, 5 hour)
Through birch forest crossing rocks and dense vegetation. This section of valley is difficult at places as the trail frequently skirts rock faces that are difficult for laden porters. Reach Thakur Kuan (3560 m) above the cliff section.

Day 05 : Thakar Kuan - Mantalai Lake (4116 m, 7 hour)
Beyond Thakar Kuan, the trail passes several Gaddi encampments before crossing a side river by a natural rock bridge - Pandu bridge (12 km, 3700 m). Trek for 15 km to reach Mantalai lake, the source of Parbati river. There is a choice of grassy camp site just beyond Mantalai.

Day 06 : Mantalai Lake - Camp I (4573 m, 12 km, 7 hour)
Walk over the glacier & moraine and cross small lakes & streams to reach Camp I at the base of Pin Parvati Pass.

Day 07 : Camp I - Camp II (4450 m, 12 km, 5 hour)

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Snowy Pin Parbati Pass (5319 m) is marked by cairns and prayer flags. Cross over the pass and enjoy the view of several peaks of Kullu & Spiti region. The descent from the pass is gradual, over a snowfield. Camp near the confluence of Pin river with other small streams.

Day 08 : Camp II - Mud (3811 m, 15 km, 9 hour)
Trek down the valley along the left bank of Pin river to reach Chinpatta Maidan (14 km, 3955 m). From here trek down to the first village of Pin Valley, Mud.

Day 09 : Mud - Sangnam - Dhankar - Kaza (60 km) by private vehicle.

Sangnam (3650 m) is a big village on the confluence of Pin and Parahio rivers. There is an 8 am bus from Kaza to Sangnam (Rs 30).

Travel from Sangnam to Dhankar Monastery. This monastery rests high over the valley and is a stupendous example of local architecture. Sangnam has a guest house and a PWD rest house to stay.

Kaza hotels and guest houses to stay. From Kaza you can catch bus for Manali or Shimla.

Day 10 : Kaza - Manali (225 km)
Travel from Kaza to Manali by jeep (8 hour). There are two buses to Manali at 6 am (Rs 115, 11 hour arduous bus trip crossing high mountain pass Kunzum la at 4551 m and Rohtang pass at 3978 m).

Day 1 : Solang Nala-Dhundi (7 km) walking alongside river Beas.

Day 2 : Dhundi-Bakar Thatch (4 km)

Day 3 : Bakar Thatch- Beas Kund (3 km)

Day 4 : Return to Bakar Thatch

Day 5 : Return to Solang Nala.

Tentu Pass (4996 m) : Manali to Solang Nala (14 km) by bus. Trek to Dhundi (2480 m, 7 km, river crossing, jeepable route), to Beaskund (6 km) via Bakar Thatch and to Tentu Pass (3.5 km, steep climb over boulders) : 4 days. Pass is windy and temperature drop substantially at night. Start early morning to avoid high winds. Season : Mid June to Sept. Friendship peak (5200 m) is nearby and is frequented by fresh mountaineers.

Day 1 : Trek to Beas Kund

Day 2 : Rest Day

Day 3 : Height gaining and establishing ABC

Day 4,5 : Summit attempt of Shitidhar

Day 6 : Back to Beas Kund

Day 7 : Back to Dhundi

Day 8 : Back to Solang Nala/Manali.

Day 1 : Trek to Beas Kund

Day 2 : Rest day

Day 3 : Crossing Shitidhar col and establishing ABC

Day 4 : Camp1

Day 5,6 : Summit attempt

Day 7 : Back to Beas Kund

Day 8 : Back to Dhundi

Day 9 : Back to Solang Nala/Manali.

Day 1 : Travel from Manali to Naggar and to Rumsu Thach (2677 m). Malana is 20 km away.

Day 2 : Rumsu Thach-Chanderkhani Base (3450 m in 3-4 hour) - Walk is through the coniferous forest, meadow carpeted by variety of alpine flowers and offers superb panorama of the valley and the snow clad mountains all around. The camping site is splendid, offering the birds eyeview down to the Kullu valley.

Day 3 : Chanderkhani Base-Nagruni (2900 m, 4-5 hour). A short, steep climb to the pass. This climb is harder in mid May and June, when the pass and upper meadows are under snow. The Chandrakani Pass (3650 m) is marked by prayer flags and cairns. The trail then continues along the ridge, with views of the upper Malana valley and the high peaks in the upper Tosh valley, including White Sail (6446 m) and Papsura (6451 m). After completing the traverse, a descend of half an hour to Nagruni, amidst the forest.

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Day 4 : Nagruni-Chhota Grahan Thach (3350 m, 5 hour). First we descend to the valley floor then all along the stream (Malana Nalla). A pleasant walk with a broad trail meandering through dense forest and meadows, the valley widens at the camp ground. Ideal camping site with variety of alpine flowers all around.

Day 5 : Chhota Grahan Thach-Khiksa Thach (3660 m)-Malana Glacier (4000 m, 6-7 hour)
The path ascends to a ridge, further descends to the stream again and resumes upward afterwards reach the small glen of Khiksa Thach. Leaving the main stream the trail veers left onto a ridge and continues with several ups and downs for next 3-4 hour, and finally down onto the Malana Glacier. Many high peaks towering all around.

Day 6 : Trek to Malana village in 5 hour. Trek all the way back till the point where the Nagruni trail meets the valley floor then further 3 hour all along the valley till Malana Village.

Day 7 : Malana to Jari in 5-6 hour. From Jari to Manikaran and then to Manali by bus. There is a road to Malana from Jari.

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Day 01 : Drive from Leh to Stok village & trek up to Manokarmo - a shepherd encampment in 3 hour.

Day 02 : Trek to Base Camp (5 hour).

Day 03 : Trek to Advance Base Camp.

Day 04 : Summit attempt & back to ABC.

Day 05 : Back to Stok village (6 hour) over night stay in Leh.

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The popular trek in Ladakh is Markha valley trek via Kongumaru la (5300 m). Travel by road from Leh to Hemis monastery (3760 m). Hemis is the richest monastery in Ladakh and an annual festival attracts lots of tourists. Large 'tankas' - painting on long cloths are displayed only during the festival. Hemis has accomodation facility. JKSRTC buses operate twice daily on this route. Trek to Chhogdo via Martselong (4100 m, 5 hour). Trek to the base of Kongumaru la (4710 m, 4 hour). On the next day trek through the gorges to top of Kongumaru la and then to Nimaling village (4900 m, 3 hour).

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Markha valley

At Nimaling village, Markha valley one will find nomads and their small huts. You will not be welcomed, if you want to stay in their huts. So just camp in the open. It snows even in summer at Nimaling. Kagyash peak (6200 m) can be climbed in a day from Nimaling. Nimaling to Shang Sumdo over Kongumaru la (14 km, 7 hour trek). Trek to Martselang and then to Hemis (16 km, 5 hour). Start the trek early morning for an easy crossing of streams. Use rope as anchor for river crossing. As you become late snow melts and the river water level begins to increase quickly.

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Hemis Monastery, Leh

Due to high altitude and lack of oxygen, one has to be calm and take more time to climb. Bleeding through nose, breathlessness, reduced physical performance are common due to the altitude.

A 3 hour road travel from Kargil takes one to Parkachik via Panikhar. One hour trek takes to Parkachik glacier. Trek to Shafat (20 km, BC for Nun). Mt. Nun is the closest peak from a road in India.

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Mt. Nun

Zanskar gets isolated during the winter months, as the only road link is via Penzi la get closed due to heavy snow fall. Road condition is very poor due to flowing of a number of streams over the road.

Kargil - Suru Valley - Rangdum - Penzi la (4450 m, 160 km from Kargil) - Sani - Padum (Zanskar region) : 240 km, 14 hour by jeep.

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View from Penzi la

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VALLEY OF FLOWERS (3658 to 3962 m) - A UNESCO world heritage centre and the only flower national park in India with variety of flowers, discovered by Frank Smythe. Season - July to August. Trek 5 km to Valley of flowers from Ghanjhira.

Take permit from Govind ghat for Valley of Flowers. There is camera fee and entry fee for this 10 km long route. One kilometre north of the Gobind ghat - Badrinath road, a beautiful Gurudwara is located. It can accommodate 800 pilgrims. Beds are also provided. Free food is served to all. The track from Govind ghat crosses the Vishnu Ganga over a suspension bridge and enters the valley of the Lakshman Ganga river.

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The trek to Bhyunder takes 3 to 4 hours. The routes to Hathi Parbat and lake Karnakul Kagbhusandi start from this village. The 250 m high Lakshman Dhara waterfall is nearby. A number of flowers and flowering bushes is encountered all along the Bhyunder valley. Vegetation changes from Oak to pine to cedar on the route.

If you want to enjoy nature, rise early and start before sunrise. Doteyal will be a better guide and a good companion for you to explore the area.

From Bhyunder, trek to Ghanjhira (3048 m, 15 km, 7 h, Gurudwara/Rest house). It is recommended to take one day rest at Ghanjhira for acclimatization. The Gurudwara can accommodate more than 800 pilgrims. A Guru ka langar (free kitchen) functions all the time.

During 'Janmashtami', people of Bhyunder performs a nine day trek to nearby lake Karnakul Kagbhusandi with the golden icon of the goddess Nanda Devi. The lake is 18 km from the village. The banks of the lake has a variety of flowers.

From Ghanjhira, the trek route cross the Hem Ganga over a log bridge. The banks of the river are carpeted with numerous flowers. After a gradual climb, we enter a thick jungle of the Bhojpatra trees (4150 m). The stone paved path ascends in an interminable series of steps, a wonderland of rugged peaks all around. Lower down are glaciers and green forest clad slopes and huge chunks of ice are encountered in shady nooks and corners. The route to the Lakshman pass goes along the river, first along the river of water and then along the river of ice, the Lakshman Ganga and Lakshman Ganga glacier respectively.

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The lateral moraine of this glacier is most difficult to tread on. Huge unbalanced boulders and steep route makes climb difficult. Lakshman pass is in between Nilgiri and Arjun parvat. It is 50 m wide and 20 m long. If you have the time and will, make an ascent of the Arjun peak. If one is lucky, can get a glimpse of Mt Kailash (6716 m) in Tibet. From the pass one can see Neelkantha, Chaukamba, Kamet, Abi Gamin, Mana, Nilgiri Parvat, Rataban, Ghori parvat, Nandakana, Uja Tirchhe, Lampak, Hanuman, Drona Giri, Changbang, Bethartoli Himal, Nanda Ghunti, Nanad Gond, Nanadkhat, Nanda Kot, Trishul and Nanada Devi.

You are now walking at high altitude. Every step makes you pant. Do not be in hurry. Move slowly and steadily. One step, then the other. Test the ground with your walking stick.

Day 1 : Explore Valley of flowers and camp high in the valley, if permitted.
Day 2 : Climb to the base of Lakshman pass and camp there (5 hour trek).
Day 3 : Start the climb early and reach the Lakshman Pass (5135 m) in 4 hour, climb down to Thum Udiar and camp.
Day 4 : Trek to Ghamsali over Bhim pul and then to Niti village.
Day 5 : Travel to Joshimath via Malari (90 km) by jeep.

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Malari village

Do not over exert yourself. Acclimatisation is needed for this high altitude trek. Be at slow pace to enjoy the nature.

The Tolchha Bhotia women of Niti performs an arduous trek over an exceedingly difficult route over Lakshman pass to Valley of flowers and then to Lakshman kund for a bath on 'Janmashtami' day (in September).

From Ghanjira camp, trek 5 km to Valley of flowers (3658 to 3962 m) - A world heritage centre and the only flower national park in India with variety of flowers, discovered by Frank Smythe. Brahm Kamals are found in large number in the valley flowers near the Kunti Khal area. Lord Brahma showered lotus flowers which also took root and are called Brahm Kamal or the lotus flower of Brahma. Flowers will carpet your way and is a valley of tremendous floral beauty. Season - July to August.

History

In this valley, the Botanical garden of Edinburgh sent Miss Joan Margaret Legge in 1939 to collect seeds. She had lost her life in fatal fall on 4 July 1939 and was cremated by the people of Bhyunder. Her sister got her grave constructed at the exact spot of her death with the tombstone reading :

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The grave of this brave lady who is referred to as the 'Queen of flowers' by the villagers lies in this valley and can be visited on the way. A well marked route leads to the grave near a campsite.

The valley has thick mixed jungles, variety of flora and fauna. When climb higher beyond the tree line , we get an enchantingly beautiful view of the Zanskar range. With an early rise one can enjoy the beauty of snow peaks in it full.

The full beauty of the Valley of flowers cannot be enjoyed by a casual visitor coming for a day or two.

World's highest trekking route

Gangotri (3048 m) - Chirbasa (3600, 9 km) - Gaumukh via Bhoj basa (3892, 9 km) - Nandavan (4500, 6 km) - Vasuki tal (4798, 7 km) - Khara pathar (5160, 6 km) - Sweta glacier (5 km) - Kalindi base (4 km) - Kalindi pass (5950 m, 4 km) - Raj Paraw (4880, 6 km) - Arwa Tal (3910, 14 km) - via Arwa nala to Ghastoli (15 km) - Mana (14 km) - Badrinath (3 km, road).

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Inner line permit from DM Joshimath is required for the trek due to the proximity of the route to China border. It is a difficult 12 day trek and the best season is from August to September. GMVN organises this trek for adventurers - a group of 8 - at an all inclusive package costing Rs 2.5 lakh !.

The Arwa tal, 30 km from Mana will be a valley of flowers during this season and is nice to spend a few days.

Badrinath and Gangotri are directly connected by daily buses from Rishikesh.

Nun (7135 m), Kun (7077 m), Pinnacle (6955 m), White needle (6420 m), Bobang (5971 m), Z-2 Peak (6152 m), Z-3 Hill (6270 m), Z-1 (6155 m), Z-8 (6050 m), Kangri (5508 m), Kangri (5900 m), Tanak Peak (5948 m), Shingrugo, Yan (6230 m).

Contact : Indian Mountaineering Foundation, New Delhi

CB-9 (6108 m), CB-10 (Tara Pahar, 6227 m), CB-11 (5955 m), CB-12 (6258 m), CB-13 (6164 m), CB-13A (6240 m), CB-14 (6078 m), CB-16 (5825 m), CB-20 (5695 m), CB-22 (5720 m), CB-26 (5840 m), CB-31 (6096 m), CB-32 (5639 m), CB-33 (Minar, 6185 m), CB-34 (5635 m), CB-35 (5568 m), Unnamed Peak (5510 m), Unnamed Peak (5852 m), Unnamed Peak (5765 m), Unnamed Peak (5860 m), Devachan (6265 m), Papsura (6440 m), White Sail(Dharamsura, 6420 m), Unnamed Peak (5790 m), Tiger Toth (5980 m), Unnamed Peak (5360 m), Unnamed Peak (6090 m), Indra San (6223 m), Deo Tibba (6001 m), Aligrathni Tibba (5470 m), Hanuman Tibba-I (5932 m), Manali (5640 m), Makerbeh (6069 m), Shikarbeh (6200 m), Behali Jot (6365 m), Menthosa (6443 m), Phabrang (6172 m), Unnamed Peak (5472 m), Unnamed Peak (5598 m), Unnamed Peak (5666 m), Kharcha Parbat (6270 m), Consolation Peak, Hanuman Tibba-II (5366 m).

Winter Wear : Gore-Tex material, though expensive, is highly recommended. Down jacket, raincoat or windbreakers, thermal underwears, Jackets, warm trousers & woollen shirts (cotton will also do), warm sweaters, woollen gloves, sun hat, comfortable hiking shoes (Indian brands like Action and Woodlands are good), light leather boots in case of snow, woollen balaclava (monkey cap) & scarf/dust mask to protect your eyes & nose from dust.

Food : Chocolates, dry fruit, toffees, electral/ glucose; 'namkeen' etc. Misc: Strong water bottle & water purifying tablets.

Personal medical kit and Diamox tablet (for high altitude). Sunglasses (to protect your eyes from UV, which is especially strong in high altitudes). Sun block or sun screen lotion (Nivea/ Vicco Turmeric is excellent), wet tissues (Fresh-ones are excellent to wipe off the dust), clothes-line/clips, needle & thread, deo-spray (handy for smelly boots/feet and for a round of spray in the toilet tent!), toilet paper, torch & spare batteries, day pack (small shoulder bag), camera & films. Binoculars, a book on flora/fauna of the region.

Drink plenty of water (3-4 litre a day), be calm, do not exercise. Do not drink alcohol or smoke a month prior to and during the trek.

Trekking peaks can be climbed even by layman to make a height record with a guide. To climb these peaks one has to register with Indian Mountaineering Federation, New delhi. Climbing fee has to be paid for booking these peaks.

1. Stok Kangri (6121 m), Leh, 4 days climb

2. Ladakhi (5345 m), Manali, 8 days climb

3. Friendship (5200 m), Manali, 8 days climb

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No. Name of peak (Height in metre, Longitude Altitude)

1. Panwali Dwar (6663, 79 57’ 30 17’)
2. Nanda Devi East (7437, 79 59’ 30 21’)
3. Nanda Khat (6545, 79 58’ 30 18’)
4. Mrigthuni (6855, 79 49’ 30 17’)
5. Maiktoli (6803, 79 52’ 30 16')
6. Trishul-I (7120, 76 46’ 30 18’)
7. Trishul-II (6690, 79 46’ 30 17’)
8. Trishul-III (6008, 79 48’ 30 17’)
9. Tharkot (6099, 79 49’ 30 13’)
10. Nanda Ghunti (6390, 79 43’ 30 20’)
11. Ronti (6063, 79 43’ 30 22’)
12. Bhanoti (5645, 79 50’ 30 12’)
13. Baljuri (5922, 79 57’ 30 15’)
14. Nanda Kot (6861, 80 04’ 30 16’)
15. Lepsa Dhura (5913, 80 04’ 30 14’)
16. Unnamed Peak (77 16’ 32 32’)
17. Bara Sukha (78 36’ 31 04’)
18. Rudugaira (5819, 78 52’ 30 56’)
19. Swargtrohini-I (6252, 78 30’ 31 06’)
20. Swargtrohini-II (6278, 78 30’ 31 06’)
21. Banderpunchi (6320, 78 33’ 31 00’)
22. Sriknath (6133, 78 48’ 30 57’)
23. Gangotri-I (6672, 78 50’ 30 55’)
24. Gangotri-II (6590, 78 51’ 30 54’)
25. Gangotri-III (6577, 78 52’ 30 48’)
26. Joanali (6632, 78 51’ 30 52’)
27. Jogin-I (6465, 78 55’ 30 52’)
28. Jogin-II (6342, 78 55’ 30 53’)
29. Jogin-III (6166, 78 56’ 30 52’)
30. Thalaysagar (6904, 78 59’ 30 51’)
31. Manda (6568, 79 00’ 29 55’)
32. Meru North (6450, 79 02’ 29 52’)
33. Meru East (6261, 79 02’ 29 52’)
34. Kirti Stambh (6270, 79 01’ 30 49’)
35. Bhatekhunta (6578, 79 02’ 30 48’)
36. Kedarnath (6962, 79 04’ 30 47’)
37. Kedardome (6830, 79 04’ 30 48’ )
38. Karcha Kund (6632, 79 07’ 30 46’)
39. Shivling (6543, 79 04’ 30 52’)
40. Bhagirathi-I (6856, 79 09’ 30 51’)
41. Bhagirathi-II (6512, 79 09 30 51’)
42. Bhagirathi-III (6454, 79 08’ 30 52’)
43. Vasuki Parbat (6792, 79 10’ 30 52’)
44. Satopanth (7075, 79 13’ 30 50’ )
45. Sudarshan Parbat (6507, 79 05’ 30 58’)
46. Changabang (6866, 79 55’ 30 29’)
47. Nilkantha (6597, 79 24’ 30 43’ )
48. Chaukhamba-I (7886, 79 15’ 30 43’ )
49. Chaukhamba-II (7070, 79 15’ 30 43’)
50. Chaukhamba-III(6995, 79 15’ 30 43’ )
51. Chaukhamba-IV (6854, 79 15’ 30 43’)
52. Changuch (6322, 80 02’ 30 17’)

For climbing, contact Indian Mountaineering Federation, New Delhi, 6 months in advance, after remitting the prescribed climbing fee.

These peaks are for professionally trained climbers, so trekkers should refrain from climbing these peaks.

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Mt. Nanda Devi (7816 m)

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On Mt. Kamet (7756 m) summit

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Mt. Mana (7272 m)

Be enthralled by unspoilt mountain vistas and explore far flung villages, flower filled valleys and pristine glaciers in the far north of Uttarakhand. Join throngs of pilgrims on the Char Dham route to temples at the source of Hinduism's four most sacred rivers or on the Hemkund pilgrimage to a mountaintop lake that is sacred to Sikhs. All are in a spectacular remote locations and yet attract thousands of pilgrims during the yatra season from April to November.

To escape the crowds and their litter, head to a Himalayan Shangri-la such as the beautiful Valley of flowers, remote Har Ki Doon valley or perhaps the most special of all, Nanda Devi Sanctuary. Trek to Kuari pass in the footsteps of Viceroy Lord Curzon or tackle a challenging trek to the Pindari or Milam glaciers, both in the eastern Kumaon district.

The best (safest) time to trek is either the pre monsoon period (mid May until the end of June), or the post monsoon season (mid Sept to mid Oct). In July and August the major problem is landslides that cut roads to the trail heads and cause long delays. Winter snow brings a smattering of skiers to Auli resort, a short cable car ride from Joshimath.

Government run GMVN arranges all inclusive treks on main routes. One can hire trekking equipment at reasonable rates from the Muni-ki-Reiti, Rishikesh GMVN office.

The wonderfully remote Har Ki Doon valley (3510 m) is a botanical paradise crisscrossed by glacial streams and surrounded by pristine forests and snowy peaks. The area is preserved as Gobind wildlife sanctuary & National park.

The trail is from Sankri - Taluka - Osla (38 km). All these places have GMVN tourist bungalows or one can camp in the valley itself. Share jeeps run from Sankri to Taluka (Rs 25 per seat) will ease the trek.

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Daily bus leaves Mussoorie (Gandhi chowk) to Sankri via Lakhmandal and Purola (Rs 100, 9 hour). Or one can depend on share jeeps.

Bus from Mussoorie takes 6.5 hour to Janki Chatti (Rs 100). The Yamunotri trek starts from Janki Chatti (2650 m). There are hot springs and 1 km away is a pretty village, Kharsali. A 5 km / 2 hour trek leads to Yamunotri temple (3185 m), which has hot springs and basic accommodation. It is the least developed among the Char Dhams.

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Yamuna river emerges from Kalinda Parvat (4421 m), 1 km beyond the temple and it requires mountaineering skills to reach there.

For those heading to Gangotri can travel to Uttarkashi in 6 hour (Rs 50).

Gangotri temple is connected by road and has good accommodation. As the source of the Ganges (known as the Bhagirathi until it reaches Deo Prayag), Gangotri is one of the holiest places in India. The road from Uttarkashi is narrow and prone to landslides.

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The 38 km return trek to source of the river at Gaumukh (the Cow's mouth) and back can be done in three days with two night stops at Bhojbasa (3790 m, 14 km, 6 hour). It has basic accommodation - GMVN tourist bungalow. Gaumukh glacier is 5 km from here and takes 5 hour.

Buses are from Yatra bus stand, Rishikesh (12 hour, Rs 185). There is an arduous high altitude trek for the trekking enthusiasts - Kalindi Khal 5950 m trek - to Badrinath.

Gaurikund has hot spring bath where pilgrims can have a refreshing bath. It is the source of Mandakini river and the actual spot is 12 km beyond Kedarnath temple. The tough 13 km up hill trek from Gaurikund takes 6 hour (one way). Ponies are available for the return trek at Rs 300 (old rate).

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The Kedarnath temple was originally built in the 8 th century by Guru Shankara, who is buried behind the temple. Twenty four types of puja cost from Rs 80 to 8500. The surrounding scenery is superb and it attracts more than 100,000 pilgrims a year. Snow capped mountains, colourful flowers are other major attraction. Accommodation is available at the temple and at Gaurikund, the road head.

Buses from Rishikesh takes 12 hour (Rs 152) to Gaurikund. For those heading to Badrinath can get down at Rudra Prayag.

Sacred to Lord Vishnu, Badrinath is the most popular of the Char Dham temples and boasts a scenic setting in the shadow of snow topped Nilkantha. The vividly painted temple was founded in the 8 th century by Guru Shankara. It has good accommodation and the hotels - Govind Sewa Sadam and Vijay Laxmi - are very good.

The last Indian village Mana is 3 km by road. One can purchase carpets and woolen blankets and jerseys from the village. The 5000 year old Vyas Gupha (small cave) and Bhimpul, a natural rock bridge over the river are nearby. The 145 m high Vasudhara falls is 4 km hike along the river.

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You are just 15 km from the China border (Mana pass) so take care in your wanderings. Badrinath is connected by road from Rishikesh via Joshimath (12 hour, Rs 250).

Kauri pass trek is also known as the Curzon trail (though Curzon's party abandoned it's attempt on the pass following an attack of wild bees), the trek over the Kauri pass (3640 m) was popular in the Raj era and offers a magnificent views of he snow clad peaks around Nanda Devi.

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Kauri pass (3640 m)

The trail head is at Auli and the 75 km trek to Ghat past lakes, waterfalls, forests, meadows and small villages takes five days. A tent, guide and your own food supplies are necessary.

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Auli ropeway

Auli, a ski resort in winter, can be reached by bus (Rs 10, 1 hour) or cable car (Rs 200 one way) from Joshimath. From Ghat one can travel to Rishikesh road by share jeep (Rs 30, 1.5 hour).

The breathtaking World Heritage scenery is open from May to Oct. It is 54 km trek from Lata near Joshimath.

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Lata girls

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Lata folk dance

Visitors must join a 9 day all inclusive trek by GMVN (Rs 23 000). As it is a protected sanctuary don't try to trek as your own.

The trek begins at Song (1140 m), 36 km north of Bageshwar (Rs 20, 2 hour by bus). The 6 day, 94 km, trek offers wonderful views of Nanda Kot (6860 m) and Nanda Khat (6611 m) on the southern rim of the sanctuary. The 3 km long, 365 m wide Pindari glacier is at 3353 m.

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Mt. Nanda Kot (6860 m)

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Mt. Nanda Khat (6611 m)

All along the route food and accommodation is available. KMVN operates all inclusive treks at Rs 3000.