Valley of Flowers Trek in the Himalayas

Valley of Flowers Trek

Where Nature Paints with a Thousand Colors

3,600mMax Altitude
38kmTotal Distance
5N/6DDuration
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Trek Overview

Difficulty

Easy

Fitness Required: High endurance, ability to walk 6-8 hours daily with a backpack. Previous high-altitude trekking experience recommended.

Duration

6 days

Distance:37 km

Breakdown:
• Drive: Joshimath to Mana (2-3 hours)
• Trek: 50-55 km (round trip)
• Daily walking: 6-8 hours

Elevation

1,100 m

Max:3,858 m

Day-wise Elevation Change:

  • Day 1: Joshimath to Laxmi Van - 2,500m
  • Day 2: Laxmi Van to Chakratirth - 3,500m
  • Day 3: Chakratirth to Satopanth Tal - 4,600m
  • Day 4: Return to Chakratirth - 3,500m
  • Day 5: Chakratirth to Joshimath - 2,500m

Best Season

June-September

Limited Access: This rare trek is only open for a few months each year. Limited slots available due to permit restrictions and weather conditions.

Gallery

Photo Journey

Satopanth Lake with Mt. Chaukhamba reflection
Sunrise over Satopanth Lake
Camping near Satopanth Lake

Starting Price

8,999

Indian Nationals

Route

GovindghatGovindghat

Temp

5°C to 25°C

Group

2-15

Stay

Hotels & Guesthouses

Base Camp

Joshimath

Trail to Satopanth Lake

Every day, a new chapter.

1

Arrival in Govindghat

Govindghat to Govindghat
2

Govindghat to Ghangaria

Govindghat to Ghangaria
3

Ghangaria to Valley of Flowers

Ghangaria to Ghangaria
4

Ghangaria to Hemkund Sahib

Ghangaria to Ghangaria
5

Ghangaria to Govindghat

Ghangaria to Govindghat
6

Departure

Govindghat to Govindghat

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Valley of Flowers Trek Cancellation Policy

Due to the seasonal nature and limited permits for this trek, we have a specialized cancellation policy.

90%

30+ days before trek date

Standard cancellation policy

70%

15-29 days before trek date

Permits and logistics planning has begun

50%

7-14 days before trek date

Staff and resources have been allocated

30%

3-6 days before trek date

Most arrangements are confirmed and paid for

0%

Less than 3 days

Option to reschedule to next season with 20% credit

Important Notes

  • Valley of Flowers trek requires special permits that we secure in advance.
  • Weather conditions can affect the trek - if we cancel for safety, you get full credit for future treks.
  • Medical cancellations with doctor's certificate receive 60% refund up to 48 hours before trek.
  • Due to the seasonal nature of this trek, we strongly recommend booking in advance.
  • Dates in peak season (July-August) are in high demand and have stricter cancellation terms.

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