🌸 Valley of Flowers Trek

Valley Of Flowers, Uttarakhand

Duration

6 days

Tour Type

Overview

🌸 Valley of Flowers Trek – A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Uttarakhand

Tucked in the lap of the Western Himalayas in Uttarakhand, the Valley of Flowers National Park is one of the most scenic and spiritually uplifting treks in India. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity, this high-altitude valley transforms into a colorful floral paradise during monsoon, with over 500 species of wildflowers, herbs, and alpine shrubs carpeting the entire region.

It’s not just a trek — it’s a walk into heaven on Earth.

📍 Quick Facts

  • Altitude: 12,000 ft (3,658 m)

  • Trek Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

  • Trek Distance: ~38 km (round trip)

  • Base Camp: Govindghat

  • Region: Chamoli District, Uttarakhand

  • Best Time to Visit: July to mid-September

  • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

  • Attractions: Valley of Flowers, Pushpawati River, Hemkund Sahib

Included/Exclude

  • 🏕️ Accommodation
  • 🍽️ Meals
  • 🧭 Trek Guide and Staff
  • 🏞️ Trekking Permits & Forest Fees
  • 🎒 Camping Equipment
  • 🆘 Basic First Aid
  • 🧳 Personal Expenses
  • 🩺 Insurance
  • 🥾 Personal Gear
  • 💰 Tips/Gratuities
  • 📶 Off-Route Stay or Delays

🗓️Trek Itinerary

  • Scenic drive via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Joshimath

  • Overnight stay in Govindghat (Hotel)

  • Start trekking from Pulna (3 km drive from Govindghat)

  • Moderate ascent along the Lakshman Ganga River

  • Reach Ghangaria (base for Valley of Flowers and Hemkund)

  • Stay: Guesthouse in Ghangaria

  • Trek: ~7 km one way into the Valley

  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Valley with rare Himalayan flora, glacial streams, and wooden bridges

  • Return to Ghangaria by evening

  • Steep trek to Hemkund Sahib (4,329 m), world’s highest Gurudwara

  • Visit the serene Hemkund Lake

  • Return to Ghangaria for overnight stay

  • Trek down to Pulna, then drive to Govindghat

  • Continue to Joshimath

  • Stay in hotel

🧭 How to Reach Govindghat

  • By Air: Nearest airport – Jolly Grant, Dehradun

  • By Train: Rishikesh or Haridwar railway station

  • By Road: Drive from Haridwar/Rishikesh → Joshimath → Govindghat

🎒 Things to Carry
  • Waterproof trekking shoes

  • Raincoat/poncho (essential in monsoon)

  • Warm clothes (thermals, jackets)

  • Cap, gloves, and sunglasses

  • Refillable water bottle, personal medicines

  • Trekking pole (recommended)

🌟 Why Choose Valley of Flowers Trek?

  • A once-in-a-lifetime chance to witness nature in full bloom

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Easy trek with a spiritual and scenic mix

  • Can be combined with Hemkund Sahib for added experience

  • Ideal for photographers, beginners, families & solo travelers

✨ Optional Add-ons
  • Transport from Rishikesh or Haridwar

  • Combo with Badrinath or Auli

  • Professional photography package

  • Equipment rental available (jacket, poles, shoes)

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