Overview
Valley of Flowers National Park is an Indian national park, located in North Chamoli, in the state of Uttarakhand and is known for its meadows of endemic alpine flowers and the variety of flora. This richly diverse area is also home to rare and endangered animals, including the Asiatic black bear, snow leopard, musk deer, brown bear, red fox, and blue sheep. Birds found in the park include Himalayan monal pheasant and other high altitude birds. At 3352 to 3658 meters above sea level, the gentle landscape of the Valley of Flowers National Park complements the rugged mountain wilderness of Nanda Devi National Park to the east. Together, they encompass a unique transition zone between the mountain ranges of the Zanskar and Great Himalaya. The park stretches over an expanse of 87.50 km2 and it is about 8 km long and 2 km wide. Both parks are encompassed in the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve(223,674 ha) which is further surrounded by a buffer zone (5,148.57 km) Nanda Devi National Park Reserve is in the UNESCO
| Route | Rishikesh -Joshimath-Govind ghat-Ghanghariya- valley of Flowers-Hemkund-Badrinath- Rishikesh |
| Trek Grade | Soft Trek |
| Seasons | July - August |
| No of Days | 6 Days |
| Transportation | Transportation by 2x2 non ac Bus. Twin sharing attached bath accommodation in TRH/tent, veg.meals, 08 kg portage of personal belongings, camping equipment, first aid rs. One lac personal insurance high risk policy and services of mountaineering trained tour escorts & experienced camp followers. |
Tour Itenarary
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1Day 1
Rishikesh to Joshimath – After Breakfast hot lunch enroute 266 km drive to Joshimath Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Trh Joshimath
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2Day 2
Joshimath to Ghanghariya - After Breakfast hot lunch enroute 22 km. Drive to Govind ghat and 14 km trek to Ghangahariya Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Trh Ghanghariya
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3Day 3
Ghanghariya to valley & back Ghanghariya. After Breakfast with pack lunch 5+5 km ferro trek to valley of Flowers and back to Ghanghariya Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Trh Ghanghariya.
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4Day 4
Ghanghariya to Hemkund & back Ghanghariya. After Breakfast with pack lunch 6+6 km ferro trek to Hemkund saheb and back to Ghanghariya Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Trh Ghanghariya.
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5Day 5
Ghanghariya to Govind Ghat & Badrinath - After Breakfast with pack lunch 14 km trek toGovind ghat and 22km. Drive to Badrinath Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Trh Badrinath.
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6Day 6
Ghanghariya to Govind Ghat & Badrinath - After Breakfast with pack lunch 14 km trek toGovind ghat and 22km. Drive to Badrinath Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Trh Badrinath.
Note
| Itinerary is subject to change due to any natural calamities and weather conditions. |
| Nigam shall not be held responsible for any loss delay and cancellation due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances beyond its control. |
| In case of any reason in the days in trek increase participant will have to pay extra for each day on per day cost breakup basic. |
| Participants will have to carry their personal belongings and equipment provided for the trek. |
| Entrance fee for National Park, sanctuaries reserve forest panchayat forest shooting and filming, that will directly be paid by the individual participant to the concerning as per the Govt. norms. |
Tariff Card
Continental Treks / Tours
| 01 to 05 PAX | 5860/- | Per Day Per Pax (Min. 5 pax required) |
| 06 to 10 PAX | 4920/- | Per Day Per Pax (Min. 10 pax required) |
| 11 to 14 PAX | 4670/ - | Per Day Per Pax (Min. 12 pax required) |
| 15 to 20 PAX | 4560/ | Per Day Per Pax (Min. 18 pax required) |
Transportation by 2x2 non AC Tempo traveller, double bedded attached bath accommodation in TRH/tent, veg./non veg. All meals, 08 kg portage of personal belongings, camping equipment, first aid. Rs. one lac Personal insurance high risk policy and services of mountaineering trained tour escorts & experienced camp followers.
Economy Treks / Tours
High Altitude Treks / Tours
Student Special Treks / Tours
Note : In above mentioned economy treks and student special treks the participants will carry their baggage themselves and rates are quoted only for bonafied Indian students only.
Individual Services
| Tour Escort | 2200/- per day (incl. of equipment |
GMVN Ltd. Also organizes 7 an 14 days Snow Skiing courses at Auli, 5 days Water Skiing courses at Asan Barrage and 3 and 5 days Rafting courses at Kaudiyala, with special packages and day rafting trips. For further details please contact any of the GMVN offices, its PRO's or
Terms & Conditions
Confirmation will be given on 75% advance of total booking by bank draft in favor of Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd. In case of any difference of opinion between party and Nigam, the decision of MD, GMVN shall be final and binding on both the sides. The Nigam shall not be held responsible for any loss, delay and cancellation due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances beyond its control.
On booking of a group comprising of 15 pax or more, the group leader will be treated on complimentary basis as per international norms. In case the entire group is unable to continue the trek due to natural calamities/ unforeseen circumstances the trek may be diverted by the consent of GNVN escort and group leader. In case of any accident or injury during trekking GMVN or any of its employees shall not be wholly or partially responsible. The adventure enthusiasts will undertake the trek on their own risk.
CANCELLATION / REFUND RULES
The money shall be refunded to the trekkers on seeking cancellation as follows :
| 15 days or earlier 80% refund of booking amount. |
| 9 to 14 days 60% refund of booking amount. |
| 6 to 8 days 40% refund of booking amount. |
| 5 days before no refund of booking amount. |
| 2 % Bank Charges will be deducted at the time of cancellation. |
| Cancellation will be accepted till 5.00 p.m. Request sent after 5.00 p.m. will be considered the next day. |
| For refund of accommodation booking, 18% of GST shall be debited on cancellation amount and GST charged on booking amount shall be credited for refundable amount accordingly. |
Trekking Tips
| Well fitting strong shoes with a couple of woolen socks. The shoes should be used before treks to avoid blisters. |
| First aid set for minor accidents and sickness. |
| A raincoat is necessary to meet uncertainties of weather. |
| Chocolates, lozenges, candies, glucose and dry fruits provide extra pep and energy. |
| It is advisable not to exhaust energy by walking fast, as otherwise the trek will be not enjoyable. |
The Mountaineering And Trekking Division of GMVN has well maintained stock of equipment, alpine tents, hollow filled sleeping bags, hollow filled jackets, wind-proof jactets, wind-proof trousers, ground sheets / mattresses, Snow goggles and rucksacks.
Trekking is very often confused with mountaineering, whilst mountaineering is a preplanned affair, trekking does not require as much preparation. Mountaineering is more technical in nature and is quite hazardous and this is not so in the case of trekking.
Comments
Peter Parker
(18 Dec 2018) ReplyTrek to Base Camp, taking plenty of time to acclimatize and to visit the Sherpa families and support facilities that will become increasingly important during our expedition. We will spend several days in Namche ahead of most trekkers, and will visit the monasteries in Tengboche and Pangboche.
Peter Parker
(18 Dec 2018) ReplyTrek to Base Camp, taking plenty of time to acclimatize and to visit the Sherpa families and support facilities that will become increasingly important during our expedition. We will spend several days in Namche ahead of most trekkers, and will visit the monasteries in Tengboche and Pangboche.
Peter Parker
(18 Dec 2018) ReplyTrek to Base Camp, taking plenty of time to acclimatize and to visit the Sherpa families and support facilities that will become increasingly important during our expedition. We will spend several days in Namche ahead of most trekkers, and will visit the monasteries in Tengboche and Pangboche.