Uttarakhand’s Valley of Flowers trek, set to launch on June 1, 2024, will offer a three-day 17-kilometer journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The valley, located in the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, is home to over 600 exotic flowers, cascading waterfalls, and wild streams. The trek is accessible from Govindghat or Pulna village and offers stunning views of the valley and endangered animal species.
The much anticipated 2024 launch date for Uttarakhand’s breathtaking Valley of Flowers trek has been announced. Beginning on June 1 of this year, anyone eager to explore this valley can embark on one of the most beautiful treks in India to reach the well-known Valley of Flowers National Park, which is tucked away inside Uttarakhand’s Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve and has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Now that trekkers will be able to enter Uttarakhand’s Valley of Flowers on June 1, 2024, fans may start organizing their three-day, 17-kilometer journey through this flower wonderland. The Valley of Flowers hike is accessible from Govindghat or Pulna village, and during October and November during the monsoon season, visitors may see the breathtaking scenery of more than 300 native Himalayan flower varieties. Snowmelt has brought out early blossoms of potentilla, wild rose, and primrose, signaling the advent of spring.
Beyond these flora marvels, visitors may also behold a wide variety of flowers, surpassing 300 kinds in total, such as anemones, geraniums, blue poppies, and bluebells. Travelers may come across endangered animal species including the Himalayan monal, black bear, red fox, lime butterfly, grey langur, flying squirrel, and Himalayan weasel in addition to the stunning flower arrangement set against the background of spectacular peaks.
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For those who are curious about how to get there, the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is around 270 kilometers distant, and the closest train station is in Rishikesh, which is about 262 miles away. Taking a taxi or driving yourself will get you to Govindghat, which is around 6,000 feet above sea level.
The Valley of Flowers National Park, together with Nanda Devi National Park, is one of the two central regions of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. It is situated in the Chamoli district and spans an area of 87 sq km. Reportedly, three British mountaineers who were lost in 1931 discovered this magnificent valley by accident, making it a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The valley is a sight to see, home to an astonishing display of more than 600 types of exotic flowers, including poppies, daisies, anemones, orchids, and primulas. As they make their way into the valley, tourists are treated to breathtaking views including cascading waterfalls and wild streams. The valley is home to a wide variety of wildlife in addition to its vegetation, which includes the snow leopard, lime butterfly, black bear, red fox, and Himalayan monal. We are excitedly anticipating this location’s debut on June 1st as a must-visit for travelers!
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