Valley of Flowers*

East of Badrinath is the exotic Valley of Flowers in a conical shape with the river Pushpawati flowing through it.This valley has been declared as a National Park to regulate camping,cooking,grazing etc. It was in 1931 that Frank Smith and Holds worth stumbled into
this valley while returning  their successful Kamet expedition.Their subsequent writing on the valley evoked a great deal of interest among people,both at home and abroad. Surrounded by the river Pushpavati and small streams, at an elevation ranging between 3000 to 4000 meters, the Valley is nearly 10 kms. in length and 2 kms. in width.The trek starts from Govindghat (19 kms.),on the way to Badrinath,having two major gradients,one initially from Alaknanda suspension bridge of Govindghat to Pulana village, for 3 kms and other from Bhunder to Ghanghria. After trekking 3 kms from Ghanghria, a bifurcation point is reached.

HAR- KI- DOON TREK *

At an elevation of 3566 m. it is surrounded by glittering peaks and dense forests. The forests are rich in wildlife and is a veritable paradise for bird-watchers and nature lovers. The trek from Netwar to Osia is through dense forests of chestnuts, walnuts willows and chinars. The trek from Osla to Har-ki-doon is through terraced mountain fields, lush green grassy land and conifer forests.

Best Season : The rainy season, when multi coloured flowers bloom,presenting a heavenly sight. During the rainy season the starting point for trek is Purola on the Purola-Netwar motor road.