- Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days
Destination Covered : Garhwal, Hemkund Sahib, Govindghat, Ghangaria
Tour Activities : Trekking
Tour Themes : Hill Stations & Valleys
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Garhwal, Hemkund Sahib and Govindghat Tour Overview
Being one of the oldest Himalayan treks, the Valley of Flower trek is among some of the best hikes you can take. If you have been on another Himalayan tour earlier, you must be familiar with this trek. Although people have been hiking here since 1980, the Indian government made a Valley of Flower park in 2002 to attract more tourists. But this trek is not for everyone! It requires a fitness level and an experience of trekking in the past. Moreover, there are steep mountain trails at Hemkund Sahib, which can be challenging. So go on shorter treks before the Valley of Flower trek.
SAFETY
How Can You Reach For The Valley of Flower Trek?
To begin with the Flower of valley trek, one has to reach Govindghat, which is 290 km away from Haridwar. So no matter where you are, you must reach Haridwar, from where you can easily find buses and shared cabs to Govindghat. Here are a few convenient commutes to travelling to Haridwar:
By Road: With good road connectivity Haridwar is a comfortable destination from many cities. There are also bus services and shared cab facilities available. From Haridwar, you can take a direct bus or taxi to Govindghat.
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport from the flower of valley trek. This airport is in Dehradun, and you can catch a train or bus to Haridwar. However, you can go on a private helicopter to Ghangaria.
By Train: You can take a train to Haridwar or Rishikesh as many direct trains are running to these areas. So once you reach either Haridwar or Rishikesh train station, you can book a cab or get onboard a private or government bus to Govindghat
Here then are the new safety protocols that BornFree Treks is bringing in.
What Is The Best Time To Go On A Valley of Flower Trek?
As the trek is known for extraordinary blossoming flowers, you must go for this trek in July and August to see the valley in its fullest flory. Although most people prefer to go on this trek during the first fifteen days of August, the weather is great after a few fresh pours of rain. The crowd in the starting week of August is not too much and grows as the weekend approaches. So plan your trip accordingly. September is another good time to go for this trek, as you will experience the post-monsoon and flower blooming season. Also, this trek is closed from 31st October to 1st June due to heavy snowfall.
On-Trek Safety Checks
Daily oxygen saturation and pulse readings .
More Oxygen Cylinders
Stretchers team on every trek
High Altitude Medical kit
Radios
Technical team on all snowy slopes
Microspikes on all snow treks
Trek Leaders and Safety
Mountain Staff and Safety
Garhwal, Hemkund Sahib and Govindghat Tour Itinerary
As it will take approximately 10 hours to reach the destination, start your day early. So you can get to the Govindghat village in the sunlight.
The drive to Govindghat is very scenic, and you will love this journey.
On the route, you see the junction of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda Rivers, which form the Ganga river.
It is a very adventurous route so keep your walking stick handy.
Get a chance to see Joshimath's holy pilgrimage, another popular tourist destination.
After you reach the Govindghat village, find accommodation in the homestay or campsite.
Spend your evening exploring the village and interacting with the local people.
Enjoy your dinner and head to your tent to rest at night, as your trek will start tomorrow.
Start your day with some healthy breakfast to stay energised throughout the trek.
You will have to travel in a taxi from Govindghat to Poolna, and from here, you will start your hike to Ghangaria.
Get mesmerized by the lush green mountain views.
Walk by the Laksham Ganga River and feel the fresh breeze mixed with the aroma of nature.
On the way, there are a few small food stalls where you can take short breaks to eat some snacks and meals. Also, refill your water bottle here.
Once you are near your destination, you will see a small village at a distance. he majestic mountains surround this village, and the town is called Ghangaria.
Here you can stay in a hotel, campsite or homestay. So choose anything convenient for you.
Spend some time exploring the nearby area and interacting with the local people.
End your day, enjoy some local cuisine, and head to your accommodation to sleep. You will start for the valley of flowers tomorrow.
Don't forget to start your day with some breakfast; you want to stay energised and refreshed for this trek.
When you are near the valley of flowers, you can smell the beautiful fragrance of flowers.
After you reach the valley, spend some time recognising the most stunning valley.
Time to take some #InstagramWorthy snaps to flaunt online.
After you have explored the complete area and captured enough images, sit back and take in the beauty of the natural earth.
Later, head back to the Ghangaria village, where you will stay for another night.
End your day with some delicious meal and sleep dreaming about the majestic flower valley you encountered today.
It's time to trek for 6 km to reach a height of 4,300 metres.
The trails of this trek are a bit steep, so carry a trekking stick to maintain your balance during the walk.
Take small breaks if you feel difficulty breathing at a higher altitude.
Once you reach your destination, spend some time feeling calm in the place where Guru Govind Singh meditated.
As the seven most great mountains surround this place, you can click many incredible landscape images.
Spend some time near Hemkund lake and splash away in this crystal clear water.
After exploring the area and enjoying some quiet time, it's time to descend back to the Ghangaria village.
Eat your dinner early and rest for the night, as you will be heading back tomorrow.
As it is a 9 km trek from Ghangaria to Poolna, you can complete this trek at a slow phase and with more breaks.
After reaching Poolna, you can take a taxi to Govindghat, which is 4 km from here.
If you reach Govindghat in the afternoon, you can head to Auli, an hour away from here.
Explore Auli till the late evening and enjoy some delicious dinner here.
Time to head back to the Govindghat and enjoy another night in this peaceful and quiet village.
Govindghat to Haridwar: Time to head home with your heart and camera full of memories! [291KM DRIVE]
You can also enjoy taking short breaks on the way and engaging in some local cuisine.
Once you are in Haridwar, it's the end of your valley of flowers trek.
Now you can spend a day in Haridwar exploring the local area or attending the night aarti.
You also have the option to head back to your home by taking a bus, train or flight from Dehradun.
You can also buy souvenirs from Haridwar for your loved ones at home.
More Details about Garhwal, Hemkund Sahib and Govindghat Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel
- Transport Facility
- Forest Permit and entrance fee
- Accommodation in Hotel Sankri
- Accommodation in tents on twin share basis
- All meals: breakfast, packed lunch, tea, coffee, snacks, soup and dinner
- (All camping gears)
- High quality tents
- Sleeping bags
- Mattress
- Liner
- Pillow
- Separate Toilet tents – Ladies and Gents
- Dining Tent
- Dining Table
- Porters
- Helper
- Mules
- Kitchen team
- Radio Walkie Talkie for Communication
- Good Experience Trek Leader guide and Technical guide
- Medical Kit
- Oxygen Cylinders
- Crampons and Gaiters
Exclusions
- Personal Insurance
- Medical Certificate
- Personal toiletry Items and Personal Medicine kit
- On first day En Route to base camp the Breakfast and Lunch are Not Included
- Last Day En Route Lunch and Dinner are Not Included
Payments Terms
- * 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Everything You Must Know Before Going On Valley of Flower Trek.
- You may need to get tested for covid before going on this trek.
- The difficulty level of this trek is moderate, so that most people can enjoy this trek.
- Even beginners can go on this trek, but they require good stamina. You can go on a few running training sessions to prepare yourself for this trek.
- If you want to enjoy the trek to the fullest, make your plan for July and August.
- Due to heavy rainfall, the trek is closed from 31st October to 1st June.
- Wear comfortable clothing and take good hiking shoes to have a good balance during the trek.
- There is Jio network connectivity available during this trek.
- To enjoy the trek, travel with your friends and family.
- Carry a good-quality raincoat as you go on this trek during the monsoon.
- You can get a cost-effective package which includes campsite accommodations, food, and a tour guide.
- Carry all your necessary medications and a mosquito repellant.
- Don't forget to carry your trekking stick, which will make your hike convenient.
- Lastly, carry two reusable water bottles to keep you replenished throughout the trek. In addition, you must bring a few healthy snacks to munch on the way.
- This Flow of valley trek is one of the most beautiful and mesmerising treks you can embark on.
- Most people can efficiently complete the hike because the walk is not very difficult. Once you reach the valley covered with beautiful flowers, you can find peace in nature's beauty.
WHAT TO TAKE
- Backpack (50 to 60 liters) A strongly built backpack with good support is compulsory for a trek. (Rain cover is important)
- Sturdy Trekking Shoes The shoes should be strong enough with good support. The people ask if sports shoes would be comfortable but it is good to bring the right trekking shoes.
- The Clothes You Should Bring On a Trek Avoid keeping extra clothes because it only makes you backpack heavy.
- Trek Pants – The jeans are never suitable for a trek so you need at least 2-3 trek pants for treks carry more for longer treks.
- Jacket – Jackets are very important to carry on a trek it protects you against the chilly weather. So carry 2 jackets on a week long trek.
- Layers of warm Clothing Carry warm woolen layers or fleece. Carry more layers during winter season (at least 2 to 3) and less during summer.
- Thermals – The Temperature decreases at night so you might be need thermals for Night.
- T- Shirts – Bring those t shirts which dry fast.
- Poncho –They are needed if you are trekking on a Rainy day to keep you dry.
- Hiking Pole
- Water Bottle 2
- Cap or Balaclava
- Sunglasses
- Slippers
- Woolen and Waterproof Gloves
- Socks (Woolen and Regular)
- Sunscreen
- Torch head light
- Personal Toiletry Items – (toothpaste, toothbrush, toilet paper, sanitizer etc.)
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- * Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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