Valley of Flowers National Park, Uttarakhand (Start: Rishikesh/Haridwar)
Valley of Flowers – A Himalayan Paradise
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Valley of Flowers is an alpine wonderland in the Garhwal
Himalayas. Perched at 12,000 ft, the valley bursts into a riot of colors during monsoon
(Jul–Sep) with hundreds of rare Himalayan flowers carpeting the meadows.
This trek combines the Valley of Flowers with a visit to the sacred
Hemkund Sahib, a serene high-altitude lake at 14,100 ft. Gentle trails, breathtaking
vistas of snow peaks, and the fragrance of wildflowers make it an unforgettable journey.
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights • Best Time: Mid-July – Mid-September •
Style: Trekking & nature exploration (Easy to Moderate).
Highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Carpet of 500+ Himalayan flowers
- Trek through pine & oak forests
- Hemkund Sahib at 14,100 ft
- Views of snow-clad peaks
- Scenic village of Ghangaria base
Tour Plan
Scenic drive along Alaknanda river valley via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Karnaprayag. Overnight stay at Joshimath.
Drive to Govindghat. Trek 9 km along Pushpawati River to reach Ghangaria, the base village. Overnight in lodge/tent.
Trek 5 km to explore the Valley of Flowers. Wander amidst vibrant meadows and photograph rare flora. Return to Ghangaria for overnight stay.
Trek 6 km uphill to Hemkund Sahib (14,100 ft). Visit the Gurudwara and lake surrounded by seven peaks. Descend back to Ghangaria for overnight stay.
Descend 9 km back to Govindghat and drive to Joshimath. Evening free to explore the market. Overnight stay.
Drive back to Rishikesh/Haridwar with beautiful memories of the Valley of Flowers.