• Duration: 06 Days
• Max Altitude: 3,658 m | 12,001 feet
• Trek Level: Moderate
• Trek Distance: 40 km
• Best Season: July to September
• Destination: Uttarakhand

About Valley of Flowers Trek

Thinking about the Valley of Flowers National Park in Uttarakhand the first thing that pops in our mind is that its landscape is full of colors which offers immense joy to the eyes and senses. Valley of Flowers is so delightful that you will not be able to set your eyes away from its beauty. Amidst the beautiful Zanskar range, this UNESCO World Heritage site is situated at an altitude of around 11,000ft.

What a wonderful piece of heaven it is. Full of Flowers such as ferns, dwarf iris, dwarf larkspur, dwarf rhododendrons, primula, blue poppies and varieties of shrubs and orchids decorate the entire landscape.

If you love photography then without any doubt you must visit Valley of flowers, artists will find themselves in the world of solace here, couples can rekindle their romantic moments amidst the background of beautiful flowers and nature lovers will soak its serenity, loveliness and tranquility in their hearts to cherish forever.

Valley of Flowers National Park Opening Date for Tourists in 2024

Good news for all the wanderers. Valley of Flowers is opening for the tourists from 1st June 2024.

Valley of Flowers Timings 

• The timings for the Valley of Flowers – 7:00am to 5:00pm.
• The last entry is allowed till 2:00pm.

Top Things to Do in Valley of Flowers National Park

Valley of Flowers Trek is the best place to visit in Uttarakhand if you are planning for a wonderful nature escapade away from the chaos of the world. It’s a good decision if you have already planned to come here. There are a lot of interesting things to explore in the serene Valley of Flowers. Let’s know in detail-

• Valley of Flowers is one of the best monsoon treks to do in India. On this Trek, the shades of pinks, reds, blues, yellows all around look mesmerizing. The alluring Pushpawati Stream nearby and scenic cascading waterfalls around every corner will elevate your spirits in the world of solace.
• Photographers will find Valley of Flowers the most enchanting one to capture in their lenses. Nature is decked here in all the colors to captivate the hearts of the wanderers. Sometimes its beauty reminds of the poem by John Keats – ‘A thing of beauty is a joy forever.’
• Bird watching is one of the top things to do to fully enjoy the blissful tourism of Valley of Flowers. There are numerous rare birds found in and around Valley of flowers such as Italian sparrow, Gold Billed Magpie, Yellow Breasted Greenfinch, Spotted Dove, Rufous Bellied woodpecker, Yellow Rumped Honeyguide and Chestnut Bellied Rock Thrush etc. So, get ready to spot these amazing winged creatures to make your Valley of Flowers Tour delightful.
• Not only nature’s bliss but also the serene drops of spirituality makes Valley of Flowers one of the best tourist attractions to visit in Uttarakhand. You can visit the sacred Hemkund Sahib from here and get the divine blessings to get spiritual grace. It is also one of the most prominent Sikh Pilgrimage sites to visit in India.
• The Valley of Flowers is a part of Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. So, there are lots of exotic endangered species of animals which will definitely take your breath away. You will spot animals like Asiatic black bear, snow leopard, musk deer, brown bear, red fox, and blue sheep etc.
• A must not miss sight and best from the rest- The flowers in Valley of Flowers are the best sights to explore. The alpine meadows are blessed with numerous flowers which attracts many botanists, researchers, nature lovers and trekkers every year. You will spot flowers like Primilas, Marigold, Daisies, Sediams. Lilies, Calendula and Zinnia etc. Moreover, there are lots of medicinal plants and subalpine forests to behold. There is never a dull moment when it comes to flowers in Valley of Flowers.

The Best Time to Visit Valley of Flowers Trek

For tourists the Valley of Flowers is opening from 1st June 2022. You can plan your visit starting this month but if you ask us you will see all the flowers with full charm in the months of July, August and September. It is the best time to visit the Valley of Flowers trek. During this time flowers are brimming with beauty in full bloom. All the flowers in the area start blooming from these months. So, if you want to behold its true beauty you can plan your visit to Valley of Flowers from these months. It is in fact one of the best monsoon trekking destinations in India. Monsoon brings the glory of nature in full capacity. So, it would be best if you travel here during these months.

Just imagine! Strolling amidst the flowery carpets, soothing charm of cascading waterfalls, lofty Himalayan mountains and Alpine forests and losing the self to become one with nature. Explore the world of flowers- Valley of Flowers and Share your wonderful experience with us in the comment section.

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