The Garhwal Himalayas, the worlds highest mountain range, has some of the most spectacular lakes, glaciers, forests and wildlife . The high mountain peaks lush green valleys, alpine forests and gushing rivers have inspired many a poet and artists. It's a land of many streams and the birthplace of some of India's greatest rivers. The Himalayas blessed with gushing rivers, majestic snow clad peaks and a rich plethora of flora and fauna, is described as the "Abode of Gods". Garhwal is a mecca for the devout and a haven for adventure sports like river rafting, camping, trekking and skiing. The sacred places of Badrinath and Gangotri are located here and so is the source of the most venerated river - Ganga. The legendary valleys of Garhwal abound with breathtaking natural beauty. Garhwal comprises the districts of Uttarkashi, Tehri, Pauri, Dehradun and Chamoli. The Garhwal hills are a veritable paradise for trekkers. Nature is in her element here, and the trekking trails are renowned for the great beauty of their views, stunningly different at almost every turn. There are some superb trekking opportunities in the vicinity of important pilgrimage sites such as Badrinath, Yamunotri, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Hemkund close to the Valley of Flowers. Best Season: Though Garhwal is a treat throughout the year except the rainy season, it is advisable to plan any trekking trip to this region during April to November. Trekking in the Garhwal hills is best between the months of May and October. Permits: Indian nationals need no permission for trekking in any area outside the inner line. For routes inside the inner line, the local District Magistrate's permission or that of the central home ministry is necessary in Advance. For foreigners, crossing the inner line is not permitted. Treks upto 4,900m need no permission and can be undertaken on tourist visas. Above 4,900m, treks can also be undertaken with prior permission from the IMF provided no peak is attempted. Camera permits are also necessary. HOW TO GET THERE The nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun. However, the flights are not very regular. Convenient overnight trains from Delhi connect Haridwar, the nearest rail head into Garhwal. The Shatabdi Express serves Haridwar along with trains from Mumbai and Calcutta. For many of the treks, Rishikesh serves as the base. Bus services connect Garhwal region with other towns in North India. Garhal Himalayas Advennture Treks Some of great adventure treks of garhwal himalayas are: Chandrashila Summit
Gangotri-Badrinath Trek
Kalindikhal Pass Trek
Kauri Tapovan Trek
Valley of Flowers Trek
Nanda Devi Trek
Har Ki Dun Trek
Dodi Tal Trek To know more about Garhwal Himalayas Treks you can find complete information here: http://www.trekkingingarhwal.com |
