Uttarakhand · UNESCO World Heritage Site

Valley of Flowers & Hemkund Sahib

Six days between glacial meadows and the golden dome of the Himalayas' highest gurudwara. Wildflowers underfoot, snow peaks overhead.

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Why This Trek

An alpine paradise, once a year.

The Valley of Flowers blooms for barely ten weeks a year — a UNESCO biosphere carpeted in over 300 species of Himalayan wildflowers, framed by glaciers, and crowned by the sacred waters of Hemkund Sahib.

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UNESCO Biosphere

A protected World Heritage Site cradled between the Zanskar and Great Himalayan ranges.

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Rare Alpine Blooms

Endemic wildflower species carpet the glacial meadows through the monsoon bloom.

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Hemkund Sahib

A high-altitude pilgrimage to the revered gurudwara beside a pristine glacial lake.

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Glacial Valley Trekking

Scenic high-altitude trails alongside the roaring Lakshman Ganga river.

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Waterfalls & Rivers

Cascading waterfalls, snowmelt streams, and panoramic snow-peak vistas throughout.

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Photographer's Dream

Built for nature lovers and landscape photographers chasing the perfect frame.

Trek Overview

Everything at a glance.

The essentials of the Valley of Flowers Trek — route, altitude, season, and stay — summed up in one place.

Trek NameValley of Flowers Trek
Days6
AdventureTrekking
Base CampPipalkoti
SeasonMonsoon
MonthsJuly | August | September
CountryIndia
Altitude14,100 FT
GradeEasy to Moderate
Trail TypePoint to point trail | Camping at the same location upon returning
FoodMeals while on trek & at Hotel/Guesthouse (Veg)
LocationUttarakhand
Distance37 km
Rail HeadHaridwar / Rishikesh is the nearest rail head to the base camp
StayTriple or Dormitory basis only (Separate for Male & Female)
AirportJolly Grant Airport, which is 21 km away from Rishikesh
Price₹7,500 / person (Full Payment)  |  ₹2,000 / person (Advance Booking)
The Journey

Six days, mapped.

From the holy rivers of Rishikesh, via base camp Pipalkoti, to the glacial meadows of the Valley of Flowers and the sacred lake at Hemkund Sahib — every day of this trek is built around a single destination.

1
Rishikesh → Pipalkoti

The Mountain Drive Begins

  • Altitude:
    • Rishikesh: 372 m / 1,220 ft.
    • Pipalkoti: 1,340 m / 4,400 ft.
  • Altitude Gain: 968 m / 3,180 ft.
  • Drive Distance: 200 km
  • Driving Time: 9–10 hrs
2
Pipalkoti → Govindghat–Pulna → Trek to Ghangaria

Along the Lakshman Ganga

  • Altitude:
    • Pipalkoti: 1,340 m / 4,400 ft.
    • Govindghat: 1,828 m / 6,000 ft.
    • Pulna: 2,100 m / 6,900 ft.
    • Ghangaria: 3,000 m / 9,800 ft.
  • Altitude Gain: 1,660 m / 5,400 ft.
  • Drive (Pipalkoti–Govindghat): 52 km | 2 hrs.
  • Drive (Govindghat–Pulna): 4 km | 15–20 min.
  • Trek (Pulna–Ghangaria): 9 km | 3–4 hrs.
Trekkers on the trail to Ghangaria
3
Ghangaria → Valley of Flowers → Ghangaria

Into the Dreamscape

  • Altitude:
    • Ghangaria: 3,000 m / 9,800 ft.
    • Valley of Flowers: 3,500 m / 11,500 ft.
  • Altitude Gain: 500 m / 1,700 ft.
  • Trek Distance: 4 km each way | 7 hrs.
  • Prominent Flowers: Blue Poppy, Snake Foil, White Leaf Hog Foot, Himalayan Rose, Meadow Geranium, Dog Flower, Hooked Stick Seed, and River Anemone.
Alpine meadow in the Valley of Flowers
4
Ghangaria → Hemkund Sahib → Ghangaria

The Sacred Ascent

  • Altitude:
    • Ghangaria: 3,000 m / 9,800 ft.
    • Hemkund Sahib: 4,300 m / 14,100 ft.
  • Altitude Gain: 1,300 m / 4,300 ft.
  • Trek Distance: 6 km each way | 8–9 hrs.
Group at Hemkund Sahib valley
5
Ghangaria → Govindghat → Drive to Pipalkoti (Badrinath optional)

Tracing the Trail Back

  • Altitude:
    • Ghangaria: 3,000 m / 9,800 ft.
    • Govindghat: 1,828 m / 6,000 ft.
    • Pipalkoti: 1,340 m / 4,400 ft.
    • Badrinath: 3,133 m / 10,279 ft.
  • Altitude Gain (Govindghat–Badrinath): 1,305 m / 4,279 ft.
  • Altitude Loss (Ghangaria–Pipalkoti): 1,660 m / 5,400 ft.
  • Trek (Ghangaria–Pulna): 9 km | 4–5 hrs.
  • Drive (Pulna–Govindghat): 4 km | 15 min.
  • Drive (Govindghat–Badrinath): 25 km | 1 hr.
  • Drive (Badrinath–Pipalkoti): 75 km | 3–4 hrs.
  • Charges for Badrinath visit: ₹1,500
Group crossing a glacial stream
6
Pipalkoti → Rishikesh

Homeward Bound

  • Altitude:
    • Pipalkoti: 1,340 m / 4,400 ft.
    • Rishikesh: 372 m / 1,220 ft.
  • Altitude Loss: 968 m / 3,180 ft.
  • Drive Distance: 200 km | 9–10 hrs.

📌 Note

  • Keep a buffer day in your travel plan.
  • If the buffer day is not used in travel, it can be used to explore Rishikesh.
  • Distance, altitude, and trekking hours are approximate and rounded off.
  • Keep the original and a copy of your ID proof handy.
  • Come one day early if planning to arrive by flight.
Where You'll Stay

Comfort at every base.

2 Nights

Joshimath / Govindghat

Transit rest on Day 1 and a descent-return stay on Day 5, positioned as your gateway to the trailhead and your final night before heading back to Rishikesh.

Joshimath / Govindghat stay room
3 Nights

Ghangaria Base Camp

Quad-sharing comfort positioned right near the trailheads — your base for both the Valley of Flowers and the Hemkund Sahib ascent.

Ghangaria Base Camp stay room

✅ What's Included

  • ✓ Transport in group vehicles (Traveller / Innova / Ertiga)
  • ✓ Accommodation on quad-sharing basis as specified
  • ✓ Wholesome, energy-rich vegetarian meals
  • ✓ Expert Trek Leader, local guides, cook & support staff
  • ✓ Necessary forest entry permits

❌ What's Excluded

  • ✕ Personal expenses, laundry & telephone bills
  • ✕ Individual emergency or personal medicines
  • ✕ Porter, mule, or palanquin charges if hired
  • ✕ Any item or service not explicitly listed above
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Valley of Flowers meadow 🌸
Rishikesh Package

Valley of Flowers & Hemkund Sahib

₹8,200 / person
🗓️ 6 Days · 5 Nights 🚐 Pickup & drop from Rishikesh 🛏️ Quad Sharing Comfort 🙏 Includes Hemkund Sahib Trek
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Pack Right

Essential gear checklist.

🥾 Sturdy Trekking Shoes 🧥 Warm Clothes & Thermal Layers 🧊 Insulated Jackets ☔ Raincoat / Poncho 💧 Reusable Water Bottle 🧤 Warm Gloves 🧦 Woolen Socks 🩹 Personal First-Aid 🍫 High-Energy Snacks
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