Valley of Flowers National Park

Overview

The Valley of Flowers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Uttarakhand, India, is a breathtaking destination renowned for its stunning alpine flora and picturesque landscapes. Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Rishikesh to Tugasi, where you’ll be captivated by the beauty of the Garhwal Himalayas. From Tugasi, you will trek to Ghangaria, the base camp for exploring the valley. This trek takes you through lush forests and alongside the Pushpawati River, offering mesmerizing views along the way.

Once in Ghangaria, you will have the opportunity to visit the Valley of Flowers, a vibrant expanse filled with over 500 species of blooming flowers during the monsoon season. The experience is further enriched by a trek to Hemkund Sahib, a sacred Sikh pilgrimage site nestled amidst snow-capped peaks and a glacial lake.

After soaking in the natural beauty and spiritual ambiance, you will retrace your steps back to Tugasi and then return to Rishikesh, leaving you with unforgettable memories of this enchanting journey through one of nature’s most stunning creations. The best time to visit this remarkable valley is from mid-July to August when the flowers are in full bloom, making it an ideal time for adventure lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Quick Itinerary

Day 1: Travel from Rishikesh to Tugasi

Day 2: Tugasi to Ghanghriya Stay

Day 3: Ghangaria to Valley of Flowers

Day 4: Ghangaria to Hemkund Sahib

Day 5: Return Journey from Ghangaria to Tugasi

Day 6: Tugasi to Rishikesh

Detailed Itinerary

Inclusions

1. Accommodation (as per the itinerary):

• Guest house in Tugashi (Day 1 and Day 5 as per
  the itinerary).
  Ghangharia on Day 2, Day 3, and Day 4.

2. Meals (Veg + Egg):

• All meals (including tea, soup, snacks, etc.) from
  Day 1 dinner to day 5 dinner.

3. Support:

• A versatile base camp manager who handles communication and deploys extra manpower in emergencies.
• Mountaineering and first aid qualified professional trek leader.
• Experienced high-altitude chef.
• Local experienced guides (number of guides depending on the group size).
• Enough support staff.
• Sleeping bag, sleeping liners (if required), mattresses, and utensils.
• 3 men all-season trekker tents (twin sharing), kitchen & dining tent, toilet tent.
• Camping stool, walkie-talkie.
• Ropes, helmets, ice axes, harnesses, gaiters, and crampons (if required).

4. First aid:

• Medical kit, Stretcher, Oxygen cylinder, Blood pressure monitor, oximeter, and stethoscope.

5. Transportation (as per the itinerary):

• Transport from Rishikesh to Tugasi and back (as per the itinerary).
• Transport Tugasi to Govindghat, Pulna, and Badrinath and return as per the itinerary.

6. Mules/porters to carry the central luggage.
7. Cloakroom facility available at the base camp for additional luggage
8. All necessary permits and entry fees, up to the amount charged for Indian
9. Trek Completion Certificate.

Exclusions

• Insurance (Mandatory).
• Food during the transit.
• Any kind of personal expenses.
• Mule or porter to carry personal luggage.
• Emergency evacuation, hospitalization charge, etc.
• Anything not specifically mentioned under the head

Other Details

IMPORTANT POINTS

• Trekkers must carry a copy of their photo ID for entry at forest check posts on the trek.-
• Stay will be arranged at a homestay in Tugasi and camping at Ghangaria throughout the trek

The number of people per room depends on the availability at the time. These rooms are shared. The room division will be based on gender. The cost of your stay is included in your trek fees.

• We have a cloakroom facility at the base camp for excess luggage. Anything beyond one piece of luggage is chargeable at Rs 500 per luggage. Do not leave behind any valuables in the cloakroom
• Any additional cost incurred due to a landslide that happens before or after the trek will have to be borne by trekkers

Here is a list of everything you need for your trek.

• Shoes and backpack
• Trekking shoes with ankle support (Available on rent)
• Backpack with rain cover (Available on rent)
• Warm Layers and Clothes
• Warm layers (Padded jackets available for rent)
• 3 layers if you’re trekking in spring, summer and monsoon (1 woollen sweater, 1 fleece, 1 padded jacket)
• 4 layers if you’re trekking in autumn (1 woollen sweater, 2 fleece, 1 padded jacket)
• 5 layers if you’re trekking in winter (1 pair of thermals, 1 woollen sweater, 2 fleece, 1 padded jacket)
• 3 Collared T-shirts (Wear one, carry two)
• 2 quick-dry trek pants (Wear one, carry one)
• Accessories
• Sunglasses (Available for purchase)
• Sun cap (Available for purchase)
• Waterproof gloves (Available for purchase)
• Balaclava

Cancellation Terms

Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellations before 25 days from the start of the Trip

• 5% deduction of trek fee
• 100% cash voucher for any trip for one year
• Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend

Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days before the start of the Trip Refund Options

• 30% deduction of trek fee
• 100% cash voucher for the same trip for one year
• 85% cash voucher for any trip for one year
• Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend

Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days before the start of  the Trip Refund Options

• 50% deduction of trek fee
• 80% cash voucher for the same trip for one year
• 70% cash voucher for any trip for one year
• Book the same trek in the same season with any other batch
• Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend

Cancellation less than 9 days before the start of the trek Refund Options

• No cash refund
• 20% cash voucher for the same trip for one year
• 10% cash voucher for any trip for one year
• Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend

Note: If a booking is made using a voucher or discount code, the policies related to vouchers and discounts cannot be modified. In the unlikely event that Trekking Cougars cancels a trek before the scheduled departure date:

While it is extremely rare for Trekking Cougars to cancel a trek, we understand that unforeseen circumstances or natural disasters may occasionally require us to do so before the scheduled departure. These circumstances could include continuous rain or snow, thunderstorms, snowstorms, landslides, floods, earthquakes, or any other natural calamity that poses a risk to the safety of our trekkers. Additionally, unforeseeable events such as local riots, curfews, pandemics, lockdowns, government orders, or any similar situations that compromise the safety of the trekking experience may also necessitate a cancellation.

In the event of such a cancellation, Trekking Cougars will provide you with a voucher equivalent to the amount you paid for the trek. This voucher can be redeemed for any of our treks within the next year, allowing you to still enjoy an adventure with us at a later date

Departure Dates

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation due to weather, road blocks, government restrictions, or natural conditions is handled case by case by the team.
• Client cancellations are reviewed against the confirmed booking date and payment status.
• Payment link is shared only after availability, group size, inclusions, GST, and final price are confirmed.