Best Time and Season to Visit Valley of Flowers

About Valley of Flowers Trek:

Valley of Flowers "Foolon ki Ghati" is one of those beautiful trekking expeditions that can be enjoyed during the monsoon season. It is flawlessly nestled in the West Himalayan region of Uttarakhand and lies at a lofty height of 3600 m above sea level. With an opportunity to spot the very rare blue Primula, the Valley Of Flowers trek is one of the best-known treks in the world.

The Valley of Flowers is also believed to be the place from where Hanuman brought the magical herb to resuscitate Lakshman in the Hindu epic Ramayan. Just as you set your foot into the valley, the intoxicating mix of fragrances emitted from the flowers makes you feel in a paradise. The hidden lake at the height of 14,400 ft, creates a hidden coop for numerous species of wildflowers like the saxifrages, sedums, lilies, poppy, calendulas, daisies, geranium, zinnia, and petunia.

About Valley of Flowers Trek:

The surreal views of the mighty Himalayas in the backdrop make the Valley of Flowers one of the most beautiful treks in the Himalayan region. This hidden jewel is a unique habitat and home to millions of species of wildflowers such as saxifrages, seams, lilies, poppy, calendula, daisies, geranium, zinnia and petunia, thus making it a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Valley of Flowers is also believed to be the place from where Hanuman brought the magical herb to resuscitate Lakshman in the Hindu epic Ramayan. Just as you set your foot into the valley, the intoxicating mix of fragrances emitted from the flowers makes you feel in a paradise. With an opportunity to spot the very rare blue Primula, the Valley Of Flowers trek is one of the best-known treks in the world.

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About the Valley of Flower :

Get swept away into a floral fairytale world. A trek to Valley of Flowers greets with an array of colourful blossoms and a charming network of streams lacing dewy meadows. The backdrop of snow kissed mountains further adds to the charm. Huddled in the celestial like West Himalaya, Uttarakhand, the trek to Valley of Flowers opens up around 300 types of endemic alpine flowers and a rich range of flora.

A nature lover's paradise, Uttarakhand allures with a dramatic landscape of quaint lakes, meandering rivers, lofty mountains and rising peaks of Hilamlayas. The serene atmosphere further lends in a distinct character.

Lolling over a good 87.5 square kilometres, the area was declared a national park in 1982. Heralded as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the entire valley comes alive when the snow melts. Over here, you will also come across endangered species as such as Asiatic black bear, snow leopard, brown bear and also the blue sheep. At 3600 meters above the sea level, the Valley of Flowers makes for an engaging trekking destination.

About the destination:

A gateway to floral paradise, the Valley of Flowers is one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in India, and is privileged the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site! Nestled atop a breathtaking altitude of 14,400 ft., the valley is home to countless exquisite floral species that carpet the trails. A crisscross of white, purple, blue, yellow and red paints the verdant canvas of the trek, while towering Himalayan massifs stand guard throughout. A blend of enchanting aromas from the carpeting flowers swirl through the valley, putting trekkers in a daze.

Enhancing the fantastic beauty of the trail are several streams that wind through the splendid meadows. The landscape of the trek is beautifully woven with stellar grasslands, idyllic lakes and the rising magnificence of snow-clad Himalayan giants. Monsoons breathe a new life into the valley, which morphs into an expansive quilt of blossoming flowers.

Another alluring highlight of the trek is the alpine lake of Hemkund Sahib, huddled high in the laps of the Himalayas. The lake demands a thrilling climb, which you traverse while dreaming away of the delicious hot langar (meal) that awaits you at the Gurudwara Sri Hemkund Sahib.

The trek to Valley of Flowers begins from a little hamlet called 'Govind Ghat, sitting in close proximity to Joshimath. Experience six days of pure, uninterrupted Himalayan bliss, cocooned in the embrace of nature. A botanist's wildest dream, and a nature lover's paradise, a trek to the Valley of Flowers will leave you with a lifetime of memories, some in your camera rolls, and some forever tucked away in you heart. If you’re looking for your next big Himalayan adventure, the Valley of Flowers will quench your thirst like no other.

Quick Facts:

Altitude: 14,400 ft

Temperature: Day: 12°C-20°C and Night: 4°C-10°C

Trekking Distance:  37km

Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate 

Starting and Ending Point: The trek starts and ends at Govindghat

Railway Station: Haridwar is the nearest railway station 

Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

Base Camp: Govindghat

ATM: Joshimath is the last place where ATM is there.

• Valley of Flowers is a World Heritage Site well acknowledged by avid trekkers and nature lovers. Trek to this valley has tremendous admirers.
• If you would like to be one among them, then choose this 6 day trekking to the valley with some of the ardent lovers of trekking.
• Arrive at Haridwar in the morning to capture the pleasant views of the famous Nanda Devi Biosphere, the national park in the far interiors of Garhwal Himalayas (Uttarakhand) that is spread over 87.5 sq. kms. Valley of Flowers is situated here.
• Along with the thick blanket of rare flowers of different colours, this valley is a home to many rare and endangered species of animals like Asiatic black bear, brown bear, snow leopard, blue sheep and more.
• On your tour of Valley of Flowers, you will come across the high altitudes and also make your way to visit Hemakund Sahib.The flowers will start appearing just after the melting of the snow cover and the main flowers found are Brahmakamal, Blue Poppy, Cobra Lily Anemone, Geranium, Marsh Marigold, Prinula etc.
• Embrace the nature here enhanced by plenty of waterfalls, glaciers, towering mountains, big rivers and quaint villages.
  
• The package includes food, accommodation in hotels or lodges and transportation during the whole trip.
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• There are two variants available: 1) tented accommodation without transport and 2) tented accommodation with transport
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• The short itinerary is as follows:
• Day 01: Haridwar - Auli (2450m) (Drive / 280 Kms / 8 - 9 Hrs)
• Day 02: Auli (2450m) - Govindghat - Ghangaria (3050m) (Drive / 1 Hr) (Trek / 4 - 5 Hrs)
• Day 03: Ghangaria (3050m) - Valley Of Flowers (3600m) - Ghangaria (3050m) (Trek / 4 - 5 Hrs)
• Day 04:
• Option 1: Ghangaria (3050m) - Hemkund Sahib (4329m) - Ghangaria (3050m) (Trek / 6 - 7 Hrs) 
• Option 2: Ghangaria (3050m) - Valley Of Flowers (3600m) - Ghangaria (3050m) (Trek / 4 - 5 Hrs) 
• Day 05: Ghangaria - Govindghat - Badrinath - Auli (Trek / 3 - 4 Hrs)(Drive / 4 Hrs)
• Day 06: Auli - Haridwar (Drive / 280 Kms / 8 - 9 Hrs)