Full of scenic and amazing travel destinations, Uttarakhand is a perfect state to visit for sightseeing purposes and adventures. The state has several beautiful trekking destinations, one of which is the Valley of Flowers Trek, which is nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas.
Perched at an altitude of 3500 meters above sea level, the valley of flowers attracts thousands of tourists all across the globe.
Best Season to Visit the Valley of Flowers
For a nature lover, any time of the year is the best time to visit any wonderful green place. But the thing about the Valley of Flowers is different. The Valley of Flowers only opens from June to October. The rest of the year, it gets covered with snow. The best and ideal time to visit the valley of flowers is described as mid-July to mid-August. In these months, the flowers are in full bloom during the monsoons. In the summer, you will find very few flowers in the valley. In winter, the valley remains covered in white snow.
How to get to the Valley of Flowers Trek?
Valley of Flowers is located in the region of Uttarakhand. Valley of Flowers Trek starts from Govindghat or Joshimath. There is a lot of transportation available to reach Joshimath, which is well-connected to all the major cities and towns of Uttarakhand.
By Road: To reach Joshimath or Govind Ghat, you need to catch a direct bus from Delhi and reach Dehradun. From Dehradun, you can get on a local bus or hire a private taxi to reach Joshimath or Govindghat.
By Rail: Dehradun railway station is the nearest railway station to reach the Valley of Flowers. Dehradun railway station is well-connected with all the major railway stations of India. Upon reaching here, you can catch a local bus or a taxi to reach Joshimath which is 293 km, or Govindghat which is 310km.
By Air: The Jolly Grant airport in Dehradun is the nearest to the Valley of Flowers. It is well-connected with all the major airports of India. From there, you can reach Joshimath or Govind Ghat via road.
Travel Tips
- Harm no animals and plants.
- Do not make fun of the local culture and traditions.
- Experienced trekkers can do this trek a bit quickly as compared to beginners, as the pathway has some sharp climbs and tricky paths.
- Pack your clothes irrespective of the season. Carry an extra pair of clothes, as rain hits the area very frequently.
- The mobile network disappears after Govindghat. It is good to inform your family prior to the trek.
- Always carry ID proof and travel tickets.
- If you are traveling in a group, do not wander alone in the valley, as there are a lot of dangerous animals.
- If you are traveling alone, do not walk on unmarked pathways.
- Do not litter here and there. Do not spoil the meadows with garbage. Keep the surroundings clean and green.
- People who are suffering from any kind of disease, like asthma, high blood pressure, heart-related problems, etc., are advised to not do this adventure.
- For more tips, you can visit this booking platform.
Essential things to carry for the Valley of Flowers Trek
Valley of Flowers is a ravishing trek that offers its visitors great scenic surroundings and postcard views of the mountains. It is a perfect getaway with your friends from your busy life, and spend some days close to Mother Nature. But you just can not decide and go there. You need to carry some important things in your backpack. These are-
- A good quality Backpack and rain cover
- Trekking pole- must bring
- Torch and flashlights with extra batteries
- Water bottle (2 to 3 liters)
- Snacks, energy bars, protein bars, and munching bars like chips and chikki
- Personal medical kit including pain reliever and water purification tablets
- Hydration pack
- Sunglasses, Sun cap, Lip balm, Moisturizer, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a small bottle of shampoo.
- ID proof
- Essential toiletries
- 2 to 3 pairs of Socks and Hand gloves (woolen and synthetic)
- Disposable bags and an extra bag to keep the wet clothes
- T-shirts and Track pants or trousers
- Woolen cap, monkey cap, or hat
- Scarf or mufflers
- Trekking shoes- with good ankle support
- Floaters- as an extra
- Thermal wear
