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Do you like nature? Are you a fan of trekking? If so, then trekking to the Valley of Flowers would be an unforgettable experience. It is one of the most beautiful places in the country with a rich cover of fauna. The variety of flowers and the scenic views will leave you mesmerised. Above all, it is not a very tough trek, and its difficulty level is moderate.
One of the most beautiful places in Uttarakhand is the Valley of Flowers. It is a national park with meadows full of flowering plants. Flowers everywhere with green mountains and the backdrop of snow mountains! It is a great way to enjoy nature. Located 14,100 feet above sea level, Valley of Flowers has been designed as a UNESCO heritage site.
The Valley of Flowers is located in the Garhwal Mountains near Gauri Parvat. It is along the banks of Pushpavati River. There are more than 300 species of flowers, many of which are rare. You can also look forward to see animals like the snow leopard, blue sheep, black bear, and red fox in this valley.
The flowers bloom between June and September, which is the best time to visit for trekking. Govindghat is the starting point, and you can reach here from Joshimath by bus or car. The first part of the trek is for 4 kms, and you can cover it by taxi if you wish. You will reach the start point from where you have to go to Ghagaria (11 kms). You can either trek or go on a mule.
The actual trek starts from Ghagaria, and it takes 5 kms to reach the Valley of Flowers. Non-trekkers can travel by mule. 3 km of the Valley is open for trekkers. You have the option to trek to Hemkund Saheb, which is a well-known Sikh pilgrimage site. You need a ticket and permit from the forest dept. to enter the valley.
Whether you want to visit the Valley of flowers or do temple tourism by undergoing the char dham yatra, you must use the services of a trusted tour operator. Jagannath Tours is the best travel agency in Uttarakhand. You can get in touch with them today with your requirements. They will organise the best holiday in Uttarakhand for you.