Nanda Devi is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country and is located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. In 1934 first entry into the inner Sanctuary by Eric Shipton and H. W. Tilman & in 1936 The first ascent of Nanda Devi by Odell and Tilman.
Trek to the base of India's second highest peak, Nanda Devi at 7816 meters. This trek is dream of every trekkers, after closer of Nanda Devi sanctuary, the Nanda Devi East became the soul to trekkers. Today with inner line permit it has now become possible to walk upto the Nanda Devi base camp through the Johar Valley from Munsyari.
This moderate to strenuous trek starts at Munsyari 2290 meters, a small town with scenic & breathtaking view of Panchachuli peaks. The route to the massif passes through beautiful Milam valley and through ancient villages, alpine meadows and glaciated tracks.The trek to Nanda Devi East Base Camp leads off at an altitude of approximately 4,200 meters en route to Milam Glacier. The journey undertaken once remains framed forever with the magnificent view of Rishi Parvat 6,692 meters, Hardeol 7,151 meters and Trishul I 7,074 meters.
OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Day 02: Train/drive to Kathgodam, drive Almora (1810m)
Day 03: Drive Munsyari (2050m)
Day 04: Drive to Dhapa, Trek to Lilam (1850m)
Day 05: Trek to Bugdiar (2410m)
Day 06: Trek to Rilkote (3045m) - Martoli (3385m)
Day 07: Trek to Ganghar (3310m)
Day 08: Trek to Pachu glacier (3835m)
Day 09: Explore Pachu glacier (3385m)
Day 10: Trek to Milam
Day 11: Explore Milam glacier
Day 12: Trek to Lwani
Day 13: Trek to Nanda Devi East base camp (4150m)
Day 14: Trek to Martoli (3430m)
Day 15: Trek to Bugdiar (2500m)
Day 16: Trek to Lilam
Day 17: Trek to Dhapa, drive to Munsyari
Day 18: Drive to Ranikhet - Nainital
Day 19: Drive to Kathgodam, train to Delhi
Day 20: Arrive Delhi morning.
INCLUDED IN THE COST
- All ground transportation to & fro as per the itinerary. Delhi to Delhi.
- 4 nights bed & breakfast hotel accommodation in 1x Almora, 2x Munsyari, 1x Nainital at 3 star hotel on twin sharing basis.
- Twin share accommodation in Mountain Hardwear expedition tents, sleeping bags/liners, foam mattresses, mess tent, stool, chairs, toilet tent. Single tent available on request.
- All meal during trek - starts with bed tea to breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea /coffee, snacks. from Indian, Tibetan, Chinese to continental cuisine.
- Support staff: Qualified English speaking trekking guide, cook & camp crew.
- Trekking mules/horses or porters for porterage of your luggage and trekking gear.
- Camping fee, Park fee
- GST (Goods and services tax) as applicable.
- First aid medical kit.
- All ground transportation to & fro as per the itinerary. Delhi to Delhi. Train + private car
- 4 nights bed & breakfast hotel accommodation in 1x Almora, 2x Munsyari, 1x Nainital at 3 star hotel on twin sharing basis.
- Twin share accommodation in Mountain Hardwear expedition tents, sleeping bags/liners, foam mattresses, mess tent, stool, chairs, toilet tent. Single tent available on request.
- All meal during trek - starts with bed tea to breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea /coffee, snacks. from Indian, Tibetan, Chinese to continental cuisine.
- Support staff: Qualified English speaking trekking guide, cook & camp crew.
- Trekking mules/horses or porters for porterage of your luggage and trekking gear.
- Camping fee, Park fee
- GST (Goods and services tax) as applicable.
- First aid medical kit.
× Domestic flight,
× Hotel in New Delhi and lunch, dinner while staying at hotel while not trekking.
× Travel insurance.
× Soft or hard drinks.
× Entrance fee at monasteries
× Personal tipping to staff: Guide, cook, helper, porters, horseman, driver.
× Any unforeseen cost arises by natural hazards rain, snow, road block which cost extra lodging & boarding beyond trip Schedule.
Region - Kumaon
Duration - 20 days
Max altitude - 4150 meters / 13612 feet
Best season - April to June & Sept to Oct
HIGHLIGHTS
Ancient temples
Pristine surroundings
Milam glacier
True Himalayan villages
