Valley of Flowers & Hemkund Sahib Trek
📍 Govindghat, Ghangaria, Valley of Flowers, Hemkund Sahib, Joshimath • 6 Days / 5 Nights

Valley of Flowers & Hemkund Sahib Trek

Discovered in 1931 by British mountaineer Frank S. Smythe, the Valley of Flowers National Park transforms into an ethereal natural carpet of Blue Poppies, Brahmakamal, Cobra Lilies, and Edelweiss every monsoon.

★ 5.0/5 from 2,340+ trekkers From ₹12,500 / person ⏱ 6 Days / 5 Nights 🗺️ State: Uttarakhand, India
Best Time To Visit July to early September (Monsoon bloom season) when thousands of wildflowers bloom in vibrant colors.
Ideal Duration 5 Nights / 6 Days (Govindghat to Govindghat).
Starting Point Haridwar / Rishikesh with transfer to Govindghat.
Geo Region IN-UT (Uttarakhand, India)
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Package Summary & Essential Answer

The Valley of Flowers is a UNESCO World Heritage alpine valley perched between 11,500 ft and 14,400 ft in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. Over 500 varieties of wild blossoms carpet the valley floor against snow-capped peaks. The 6-day trek starts from Govindghat to the base village of Ghangaria and includes visits to the sacred high-altitude Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara.

Adventure 14 operates fixed-departure guided treks with certified mountain guides trained by the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), ensuring the highest safety, medical oxygen backup, and comfortable hotel base stays in Ghangaria.

The trek also ascends to the holy glacial lake of Hemkund Sahib (14,107 ft), surrounded by seven majestic snow-clad peaks.

Key Tour Highlights

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Witness over 500 rare species of blooming alpine flora in a UNESCO World Heritage National Park
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Holy darshan and hot community langar at Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara beside a crystal alpine lake
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Base stay in cozy heated private rooms in Ghangaria (no wet wilderness tents required)
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Scenic mountain highway drive past Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, and Joshimath
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Accompanied by NIM-certified Himalayan trek leaders with high-altitude medical kits

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

6 Days Covered
🚗 Distance: 275 km / 9-10 hrs ⛰️ Altitude: 1,828 m (Govindghat) 🏨 Stay: Govindghat Deluxe Hotel 🍽️ Meals: Dinner

Early morning pickup. Drive along the surging Alaknanda River passing Devprayag, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, and Karnaprayag. Arrive in Govindghat on the banks of Lakshman Ganga.

Pricing & Package Categories

Transparent per-person pricing based on accommodation standards and vehicle choices. Custom group discounts available on request.

Standard Guided Trek

₹12,500 / person
Hotel: Clean Triple/Quad Hotel Rooms
Vehicle: Tempo Traveller / Shared SUV
  • • NIM Certified Trek Leader
  • • All Forest Entry Permits
  • • High Altitude Medical Kit & Oxygen
  • • All Meals from Govindghat
Most Popular Choice

Deluxe Comfort Trek

₹18,500 / person
Hotel: Best Available Double Sharing Hotels
Vehicle: Private Toyota Innova Crysta
  • • Twin Sharing Rooms with Geyser
  • • Private Trek Guide for Your Group
  • • Helicopter Govindghat-Ghangaria Option Support
  • • Specialized Energy Snack Packs

Inclusions & Exclusions

✓ What's Included

  • 5 Nights hotel accommodation
  • Nutritious high-altitude meals during the trek
  • Forest Department entry permits and eco-development fees
  • Certified trek leaders and porters for common group gear
  • First aid, pulse oximeter, and emergency oxygen cylinder

✕ What's Excluded

  • Mule / pony / helicopter rides for personal luggage
  • Personal trekking shoes/poles
  • GST

Frequently Asked Questions (Valley of Flowers & Hemkund Sahib Trek)

It is rated moderate. The trek is on well-paved stone paths. Moderate cardiovascular preparation (jogging, walking 5 km) for 3 weeks prior is recommended.
Yes! Helicopter shuttles operate between Govindghat and Ghangaria (approx. 8 minutes flight), weather permitting.