
Valley of Flowers
Trek through the 87.5 sq km UNESCO-protected Valley of Flowers National Park — one of the most biodiverse Himalayan ecosystems on Earth. The trail from Govindghat (1,828 m) through Ghangaria (3,050 m) to the valley entrance covers 17 km, ascending through mixed conifer forests, river gorges, and moraines before opening into the colour-drenched flower meadow at 3,352–3,658 m.
The valley is only accessible July–August when 500+ species bloom simultaneously — planning for this narrow window is essential. Ghangaria is the only accommodation base — book well in advance.