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Valley of Flowers National Park (VOF) is proposed as an extension to the existing World Heritage (WH) property, Nanda Devi National Park (NDNP), inscribed on the List in 1988 for its mountain wilderness and spectacular topographical features (natural criterion iii) and threatened mammals (natural criterion iv). Key issues at that time concerned the status of the management plan, status of wildlife populations, enforcement provisions and the closure of the National Park to visitors. At its 22nd Extraordinary session (Kyoto, November 1988), the Bureau of the WH Committee encouraged the Government of India to extend the boundaries of the NDNP WH property to include the VoF National Park and Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. Both the VoF and NDNP were visited during the 2004 IUCN mission, the latter not visited at the time of its nomination in 1987 due to weather condition.
Valley of Flowers is known popularly for its excellent trekking opportunity that is suitable for all kinds of trekkers. The trek starts from Govindghat and takes the hikers through terraced fields, green patches, cascading waterfalls, and rocky mountains to finally reach the flowery meadows of the valley. Other exciting activities to do at Valley of Flowers include photography, bird watching, and village walks.
Since Valley of Flowers trek is a monsoon trek, the most ideal time for visiting the national park is during the rainy months of June to August.
Valley of Flowers also has a magnificent fauna coverage, sheltering a plethora of endangered and rare wildlife species. Some of the commonly spotted animals here include musk deer, blue sheep, tahr, goral, bharal, and serow. Other important animals that can be found here include Snow Leopard, Himalayan Black Bear, Pica, Red Fox, and Himalayan Brown Bear.
The valley also houses a good population of colourful birds including Himalayan Golden Eagle, Himalayan Snow Cock, red billed choughs, Griffon Vulture, the Sparrow Hawk, Himalayan Monal, and Snow Partridge. In addition, many species of reptiles and butterflies can also be found at the valley.
Places To Visit near Valley of Flowers.
You will begin your journey with us from Rishikesh. Starting the drive from Rishikesh from the appointed pickup point (Rishikesh bus stand), we will take the fabled Badrinath Road. The nine-hour drive to Joshimath will surely be long and arduous, but you are never going to run out of mesmerizing views. The great river running with us on parallel will get wilder and more fascinating as we trudge uphill. We will be passing by the 4 of the Panchprayag or the five holy confluence of Ganga—Devaprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, and Nandaprayag. So, keep your cameras ready and remain awake for most of the journey!
From Joshimath to Govindghat the distance is 22km. En route, you can spot the final Vishnuprayag. We will start off on the drive in the morning after breakfast and reach Govindghat by 8 am and then 4 km drive to Pulna which is the starting point. It will be a 9 km uphill route along the river, Pushpawati. The entire trail will be crowded most of the time. Many snack shops selling the beverage, hot noodles, omelets with bread, paratha, and the like can be found on this trail. So, you will never go hungry. The trek will be on a clearly defined stone-paved path, conveniently built with stairs. After 5 km walk, you will arrive at Bhyundar village. This village marks an amazing viewpoint for clear Hathi Parvat sights. Enjoy the wonderful sights as much as you can, because the strainful steep ascent will commence henceforth. You will reach Gangharia before nightfall, attaining an altitude of 10, 000 feet. The stay will be at a guest-house.
The journey to Valley of Flowers is a distance of 4 km. The valley is 6-7 km long; the distance travelled in the valley depends on how the trekkers want to explore the valley. Another, factor to be considered is the stamina of the trekkers. Right, when you start from Ghangaria in 30 minutes forest check post arrives. The check post might not be an attraction but right before check post, there is a gushing waterfall called Laxman waterfall. Another 20 minutes into the greenery and next furious attraction comes. At this point, the Pushpavati river flows furiously below a wooden bridge. It is quite a common yet a unique and mesmerizing capture. The trail is steep and stone paved like the previous day. You can find many bridges and landslide areas when you enter the valley. These astounding colorful blossoms end after 5 km stretch at a glacier
Get read yearly in the morning to start trekking (6 Km) for "HEMKUND SAHIB". One of the most revered of all Sikh Shrines, The Hemkund Sahib, the World’s Highest Gurudwara, is situated at an altitude of 4,329 meters. There will be porters and mules if you wish to offload your load. The trail today will be similar to previous days stone paved and continuous ascend. There will be shops on the way where you can energize yourself. Watch out for the rare flower Brahmakamal that will be spotted beside pathways.
After your breakfast in the morning we descend to Govindghat and then drive to Joshimath. From this place Badrinath is 25 km away and take 1 hrs to reach. You can visit Badrinath at extranal cost of transportation, only if road and weather condition permits us.
Note : Govindghat to Badrinath is landslide prone area in monsoon time so if our leaders find that your safety is in risk due to weather condition/landslide or road blockage we shall skip Badrinath altogether and drive to Joshimath directly. On arrival, check into hotel. Overnight stay in Joshimath.
The ride will commence at 6 am and you will reach Rishikesh around 6 pm. Your Breakfast and Lunch will be on the way at a roadside inn, exclusive of charges, after having your morning tea/coffee you can leave for your next destination. We advise you to book further travel after 8 pm.
The original document of identity proof - driver’s license, Aadhar card, the passport will be fine. It is very important to have your identity proof with yourself while on a journey
1.If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
2.If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 75% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
3.If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
4.In the case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be canceled and in such cases, the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However, no refund will be provided for the same.
5.No cancellations will be taken over phone calls or WhatsApp messages. Please reply to the email of the payment receipt that you received at the time of booking regarding the cancellation.
6.If a trek/trip cannot be completed due to natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.). No refund would be provided.
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