The transition from being a mere human to an individual of heightened senses is easier when facilitated by a change in thinks and acts we do regularly. One escape and that is all we need for our rejuvenation. Trekking is one such choice that does exactly what is mentioned above. India is growing in popularity for the trekking destinations. Mentionable among them is Garhwal Himalayas trekking. They include various treks that have valleys, lakes, mountains, pastures, meadows and mystery in some as well. Why not explore the following:
Chopta Chandrashila- Lake, Greens and More
Best Time: Mar-May, Oct-Dec
The trek is well known for the Deoria Tal that the trekkers pass when started from the Ukhimath. Mild walking or little jogging could be your way to cover the distance that takes through Chopta and Tungnath. Culminating at the summit of Chandrashila, people will only have beautiful memories of nature and slight pain in legs and/or body as a bitter sweet remembrance of the trekking trip.
Popular attractions:
- Deoria Lake
- Lord Shiva Temple at Tungnath
- Sanctuary for Musk Deer
- Chaukhamba peak
Kuari Pass Trek- Unmatched Charm
Best Time: Apr-Mid June, Aug-October
Trekking can hardly be counted as easy unless the person is extremely fit and in habit of covering such distances on foot. Regardless of whatever you feel for this specific trek as far as its ‘strenuous’ characteristic is considered, Kauri pass never fails to make trekkers delighted. Starting off from Ghat in Nandakini Valley, Ramni and Sem Kharak will make the way for you to reach here, but not before Birahi Ganga Bridge, Panna Village and the meadows of Dhakwani. It is popular for the being discovered and trekked by Lord Curzon, one of many viceroys of British Raj in India.
Popular Attractions:
- Auli Meadow
- Views of Hathi Parbat, Dronagiri and Gori Parvat
- Rhododendron, Deodar and Oak forest
Roopkund- Trek to Mystery Folded in skeletons
Best Time- Late May and June
Imagine a picture of a pond full of more than 1000 of human skeletons. Are you feeling sick or scared or excited or all of these? Roopkund is the reality that is depicted in the imaginary sketch. Hundreds of trekkers decide for this one of the popular treks in Garhwal drawn by this superficial knowledge. What lies in reality has become the topic of Ph.D. for many. You should be worried only about the tourism aspect of it. Start off from Lohajung, Didina, Tolpani, Ali Bugyal, Bedni Bugyal, Patar Nachauni, Bhagwabasa, Kalu Vinayak Shrine before reaching to Roopkund.
Popular attractions:
- Views of Trishul and Nanadghungti peaks
- festivals of Nanda Devi Raj Jat
- Bedni Bugyal- The Meadow
- Autumn Festival of Bedni Bugyal
- The Skeleton lake (Roopkund)
Nanda Devi Trek- The Beauty of Altitude
Best Time: Jun to Oct
Mountains are a challenge and invitation. Understood only by those who have been the victim of this lure, Nanda Devi trek highlights this attraction. It has been a long time since the closure of the peak for mountaineers. Historians still itch their heads out in confusion and curiosity to get the in depth information about it. Nevertheless, that doesn’t stop trekkers to carry on with their adventure. Just like the trek to Valley of Flowers, Joshimath is the beginning point followed by Lata Village with Lata Kharak as the campsite. Onwards, you will cross Semi Kharak, Dharansi Pass, Tolma Village, Surai Thotta and Karanprayag before claiming the summit.
Popular attractions:
- Views of Nanda Devi, Changabang, Doonagiri and Kamet peaks
- Nanda Devi Bio reserve
Valley of Flowers- Colours All Around and All Over
Best Time: mid Jun – mid Sept (Opened till Sep)
If flowers could make noise, the echoes coming from valley of flowers could have brought an earthquake. Well, it sounds like a hyperbole but nevertheless explains the undocumented numbers in which they colour the meadow making it a peculiar sight for all those who have trekked to the place. Joshimath will be the point of initiation for the road forward over which you will walk leaving behind Govindghat, Ghangria, Lakshman Ganga and Hemkund. Bus ride is followed by steep ascent to reach to Valley of Flowers National Park. If you are looking for best treks in Garhwal Himalayas, you are sure to spot this one among others.
Popular attractions:
- The Meadow itself
- Adishankaracharya Muth
- Valley of Flower National park
- Lake Hemkund
- Gurudwara Hemkund Sahib
Har Ki Doon Valley Trek
Best Time: Apr-Nov
The name suggests presence of God in the valley that belongs to the almighty. However, if nature is the second name of God, the valley certainly has that. Har Ki Doon is popular with trekkers thus. Starting from Sankri, you trek through Taluka, Osla to reach Har Ki Dun. Situated in the Garhwal Himalayas, it has the verdant landscape decorated with snow-white mountains along with forest of Pine and deodar.
Popular attractions:
- Govind Wildlife Sanctuary & National Park
- Supin River
- Temple of Duryodhan in Osla Village
- Morinda Tal
- Jamdhar Glacier
Author Bio
Rahul Sharma is a professional guest blogger specially writes on tours & Travels space. He has written many interesting and informative posts on travel related topics. In above post he is expressing his views about some most popular treks in Garhwal Himalayas