Valley of Flowers was declared a National Park by UNESCO
Valley of Flowers is located in Chamoli of Uttarakhand and it extends from 3352 m to 3658 meters. UNESCO declared it a National Park in 1982. It is known for its great variety of colorful flowers and many endangered species can be found here.
Hemkund Sahib – 4400 meters
After trek to Valley of Flowers the other place to explore is Hemkund Sahib. There is a Gurudwara behind it is Hemkund Lake and Himganga flows out of it. This Lake is considered pure because in ancient time the 10th Guru of Sikhs Govind Singh Ji meditated on the bank of it.
“Valley of Flowers” is a Small Heaven
It is one of the most beautiful place all over the world. This place looks totally enticing, different species of flowers in different colors bloom all together with exotic views of towering peaks and clear blue sky. July, August and September are best time to visit this place because the valley is at full bloom at that time.
ATM Point and Mobile Connectivity
ATM POINT – Joshimath is the last ATM point.
Mobile Connectivity – BSNL networks will be available at Govindghat, ahead there are no networks. So finish all your important work and calls before starting of the trek.
About Valley of Flowers
Valley of Flowers was declared a National Park by UNESCO in 1982. It extends from 3352 m to 3658 meters. It is known for its great variety of colourful flowers and many endangered species can be found here. After trek to Valley of Flowers the other place to explore is Hemkund Sahib.
Highlights of this Trek
Exploring this picturesque place with scented beautiful flowers and ahead trekking to “Hemkund Sahib” behind it is Hemkund Lake and Himganga flows out of it. This place has exotic views of towering peaks and clear blue sky.
Duration – 6 days (Dehradun to Dehradun)
Best Season – July, August, September
Level – Easy
Highest Points – (3700 m and 4400m)
Weather – Nights are cold and day temperature is pleasant during the season.
Summer Temperature – (5°C to 15°C)
Starting Point – Dehradun
Altitude Covered Per Day
1. Joshimath (1800 m)
2. Ghangria (3078 m)
3. Valley of Flowers (3700 m)
4. Hemkund Sahib (4400 m)