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Trekking
in Garhwal & Kumaon - Trekking in Ladakh - Tiger Hills - Nanda Devi Trek - Darjeeling Sikkim Trekking  |
Garhwal & Kumaon are the Dev Bhoomi (abode of the Gods), attached with unaccountable myths and tales. This valley is meant for people who seek variety; from the valley of flowers to Har-Ki-dun, through the carpeted grass, Garhwal & Kumaon possess infinite beauty. The awe-inspiring beauty of the Central Himalayan range and solitude of the mountain and forest retreats have inspired countless generations to seek spiritual inspiration. The trekking routes of these region pass through rich, green forests and cross-beautiful meadows carpeted with exotic alpine flowers in the summers.
Trekking in Garhwal
In Garhwal, great trekking peaks like Kamet, Trishul and Nanda Devi rise majestically, separated by some of the mightiest rivers of northern India. The crowning glory of Garhwal is the beautiful Nanda Devi, whose twin summits tower over 26,600 ft above sea level. Trekking routes in the Garhwal remain open from April to October, though the best period is considered to extend from April to June, and from mid-September to November.
Some of the Major Trekking Regions In Garhwal
Harkidun, Tons Valley and Ruinsara Tal
Two
days from Delhi to the roadhead at Sankri and two trek days to the Harkidun
where the Pandav brothers are supposed to have ascended the majestic
Swargarohini peak (20,000 ft) on their last leg to Indralok. Known for its
profusion of flowers, its meadows are linked with two routes to Ruinsara Tal
on the edge of the Tons glacier coming off Bandarpunch peak. Dodi Tal - Darwa Top - Yamunotri (2B)
From Uttarkashi, reach the roadhead at the Kalyani trout hatchery for a 6 km hike to Agora village. A five-hour trek day leads to Dodi Tal, source of the Asi Ganga Cross Darwa Top (4,115 m) next day and descend to Hanuman Chatti for the two day trek to Yamunotri (14 km) and further to Saptrishi Kund (10 km) true source of the Jamuna. Return via Barkot and Mussoorie.
Khatling Glacier Region
From the roadhead at Ghuttu, reached in two days from Delhi, 2-3 trek days bring one to the inner recesses of the Bhilangna river which joins the Bhagirathi near Tehri. The river rises at the snout of the Khatling glacier and the trails join up with Sahasratal, Masurtal and Vasukital. For those in good physical trim, the 16-km trek to Kedarnath is recommended
Trekking in Kumaon
Kumaon has three distinct trekking regions: the foothills of the Himalayas of the Nainital district and the lake area; the hill areas of Almora, Ranikhet, Kausani, Chowkori and Pithoragarh: the Himalayan glacier area of the Kumaon hills. Nainital and the lake area is the most suitable for school children with pleasant trekking trails. Basic facilities for amateur trekkers are available in and around Nainital. The hill areas of Almora, Ranikhet, Kausani, Chowkori and Pithoragarh are ideal for the older trekker, and for students.
Some of the Major Trekking Regions In Kumaon
Pindari Glacier Trek (3820 m)
It
is one of the most easily accessible of all the Himalayan glaciers.
Pindari's rugged beauty is a breath taking sight. Ahead of Pindari the peaks
of Chhanguj (6,322m) , Nanda Khat (6,611m), Pawali Dwar (6,663m), Nanda
Bhanar (6,236m), Dangkhal (6,050m) and Balijori (5,922m) beckon the
mountaineers. Kafni Glacier Trek (3,800m)
Many breath taking views of the mighty Himalayan ranges are visible from the trekking route.
Namik glacier (3600m)
10 days trek from the famous birthi fall on the thal munsyari road, the upper most catchment of the river ramganga east. It is among the more difficult trekking areas of the higher Himalaya and the least trekked region of kumaon.
Milam glacier (3438m and above)
8 days trek from munsyari. It is the biggest glaciers in the region. Milam village which is enroute to the glacier is one of the highest villages in the Himalayan ranges.
