Govindghat, Garhwal

Valley of Flowers Trek

Moderate · 6D/5N · Summit altitude ~3,300–3,650 m

Quick Facts

DifficultyModerate
Duration6D/5N
Altitude~3,300–3,650 m
Distance~38 km round trip from Govindghat
Best SeasonJul–Sep
Starting PointGovindghat, via Dehradun

Route

Govindghat → Ghangaria (~13 km, overnight base) → day-trek into Valley of Flowers National Park → optional Hemkund Sahib day-trek → return to Govindghat.

Fitness & Difficulty

Moderate fitness — the Govindghat–Ghangaria stretch is the most physically demanding part; the valley walk itself is gentler but at higher altitude.

Age Suitability

Generally suitable for ages 12–55 in good health; the Hemkund Sahib add-on is more strenuous due to altitude.

Best Season to Trek

Best window: Jul–Sep. Conditions vary year to year — WhatsApp us closer to your travel dates for a current trail-condition update.

Trek Cost

₹12,999 per person for our fixed-departure group trek from Dehradun. WhatsApp us for current inclusions, exclusions and upcoming dates — pricing can vary by season and group size.

FAQs

When is the Valley of Flowers open? +

Roughly June to early October each year, subject to forest department notifications — peak bloom is late July to mid-August.

Is camping allowed inside the valley? +

No — Ghangaria is the overnight base; day-trekking into the park and back is the standard format.

Can I also do Hemkund Sahib on this trip? +

Yes, it's a common add-on from the same Ghangaria base — ask us about combining both.

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