Easy
Valley of Flowers Trek
Govindghat, Chamoli
Trek
Jul–Sep
27.90 km
Distance
4–5 Days
Duration
3522m
Max Altitude
2023m
Elevation Gain
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About This Trail
Valley of Flowers Trek (Nanda Devi National Park) - Scenic alpine trek through vibrant meadows of rare Himalayan flowers within the UNESCO-listed Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve.
Cultural Significance
The region holds spiritual significance for local communities and lies close to the sacred Sikh pilgrimage site Hemkund Sahib.
Key Stops Along the Trail
1
Govindghat
Start PointStarting point near Badrinath highway
2
Ghangaria
LandmarkBase village for Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib
3
Valley of Flowers National Park
LandmarkAlpine valley full of rare flowers
4
Hemkund Sahib
TempleSacred Sikh pilgrimage site nearby
Trail Information
Water Availability
Water available at Govindghat, Ghangaria, and natural streams.
Mobile Network
Limited network at Govindghat and Ghangaria.
Permits Required
Entry permit required for Valley of Flowers National Park.
Emergency Contact
Chamoli District Police: 01372-252134
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