Uttarakhand, often known as Devbhoomi or The Land of Gods is a heaven for nature lovers and travel enthusiasts. Garhwal Himalayas is the perfect place for trekking. The alluring beauty of the lofty snow mountains attracts a lot of tourists from all over the globe. Uttarakhand has a lot more to offer. The capital of the state is Dehradun. Places like Rishikesh, Haridwar, Almora, Chamba, Auli, Mussorie, and many other places attract thousands of tourists every year.
Here are the 5 famous treks of Uttarakhand:
Har Ki Dun Trek
Har ki Dun valley is a small cradle shaped hanging valley in the Garhwal Himalayas.the valley is perched at an elevation of 3,566m and surrounded by alpine vegetation and snow-covered peaks. It is the most popular trekking destination in Uttarakhand. The trek offers spectacular views of Himalayan Peaks like Swaragarohini, Kala Nag, Bandarpooch, and many more. The valley is nestled in the laps of Govind Ballah National Park and is a paradise for birdwatchers.
The valley remains snow-covered from December to March. The trek is an easy yet moderate trek and a lot of villages that come during the trek are untouched by civilization. You will experience the most scenic sunrises and sunsets. Also, this trek gives a chance to explore the village’s cultures and ancient stories related to the era of Vedas.
Nag Tibba Trek
The serpent peak or Nag Tibba is perched at an elevation of 3,050m above the sea level and is the highest peak in the Garhwal Himalayas. It comes among the three ranges The Dhauladhar, Pir Panjal, and Nag Tibba range. The trek offers a 100-degree view of the famous Himalayan Peaks Swargarohini, Bandarpooch, Kala Nag, Srikantha, and Gangotri.
You will also see the Kedarkantha Peak in the north, Doon Valley and the snow peaks of Changbagh. You will experience a variety of landscapes and the trail will take you through dense forests, clearings, and ridge walks. It is a perfect weekend getaway from Delhi and Chandigarh. Experience camping by watching the mesmerizing sunsets and sunrises. Summer and springtime are the best seasons for Camping. Most of the treks are closed in winters due to heavy snowfall. Due to its easy access, it is one of the most popular winter treks in India.
Roop Kund Trek
Roopkund trek is one of the most beautiful trekking destinations in Uttarakhand Himalayas. It is a high altitude glacial lake perched at an elevation of 4,800m above sea level in the Trishul Massif in the state of Uttarakhand. You can find skeletons at the bank of the lake and it is believed that the skeletons are of the heroes who fought here in the earlier times.
Lohajung is the starting point of the trek. The alpine lake is surrounded by snow-clad mountains and rock-strewn glaciers. You will see some of the most beautiful and exotic locations during the trek. The trail will take you through lush green grassland, conifer forest, and way along the Pindar River. Enjoy the lush beauty of natural surroundings and feel the chilly breezes. Roopkund is a beautiful and attractive trek in the Himalayas and attracts thousands of tourists every year. If the weather is not foggy then you can also see the Mt. Trishul and Bedni Bugyal peaks. It is a must winter adventure.
Valley of Flowers Trek
Valley of Flowers National park is located in the North Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. The place is a very popular trekking destination. Bestowed with rare and exotic Himalayan Flora, the trek is bouquet of nature. This trek will take you through dense forests, along with the Pushpawati river and you can be crossed by many bridges, waterfalls, and glaciers on the way. The valley is tucked at 3,658m in the Bhyundar valley. The valley of flowers is spread in an area of 87 sq km. the untouched beauty of this mystical valley attracts tourists from all across the World.
The best time to visit the valley is from mid-June to mid-August in full bloom. The trek offers great views of the lush beautiful meadows and one can see a large variety of flower species.
It is an easy trek and can be suggested to beginners and seasoned trekkers.
Chopta-Chandrashila Trek
Chandrashila is the summit of Tungnath. It is perched at a height of about 4,000m above sea level. This thrilling and adventure is in the Garhwal Himalayas. It is one of the exciting and challenging treks you can do in Uttarakhand. The trek offers views of the Himalayan peaks like Nanda Devi, Mt. Trishul, Kedarnath, Bandarpooch, and Chaukhamba. The trek will take you through the murmuring waterfalls, lush green meadows, and you will also spot some Mountain goats. You will also see the majestic Tungnath shrine. According to the mythology, Lord Lakshmana meditated here after defeating the demon king Ravana. Another story is the moon god Chandra spent time here.
The basecamp to this trek is Chopta- a small region of meadows and evergreen forest area which is also a part of Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary located in the Uttarakhand state. You will experience the best of nature and get a chance to visit holy places.
Plan your next trek in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. These adventures are popular and every trekker must try this. Mountains are calling you. Pack your bags and embark upon the next adventure.
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