How far is Valley of flowers from Haridwar/Rishikesh

The Valley of Flowers National Park is located in Uttarakhand, India. It was established as a national park in 1982. . It covers an area of about 40 km. A drive of ~270km from Haridwar to Govindghat of ~9hrs, depending on traffic and road conditions. In other words, if you are staying at a hotel in Haridwar, it’s best to leave early in the morning. If you’re coming from a distant place like New Delhi, then it’s best to go for an over-night stay at Haridwar which has full facilities such as good hotels/accommodation options and food supplies. No water source available near valley of flower national park but make sure that you carry your own drinking water while going there because its very difficult to get drinking water once you reach valley of flower national park so better carry your own bottles along with you while going there. It takes 10 hrs by car from Haridwar to reach Govindghat and then Ghangaria and from there our trekking /hiking start

Best time to visit valley of flowers

The best time to visit Valley of flowers is between July to October. This is during monsoons when weather remains pleasant throughout these months. The most popular months for sightseeing at Valley of flowers is August-September, as it has good weather, greater chance of seeing more blooming flowers and early morning walks are possible before sunrise. You’ll also see lots of colourful rhododendrons and other flora while strolling around at lower altitude. Winters are ideal for seeing snow (as well as views from high altitude). Avoid spring (March-April) – especially in years with heavy snowfall during winter – as trails may still be blocked by snow. May-June is also a good time but there can be heavy rainfalls in June while late May might not be that warm enough for outdoor activities. High altitude increases chances of catching cold or influenza so you must carry medicines along with you always.

What are things to see in valley of flowers national park

The valley got its name from rare species of flowers and butterflies that are found here throughout the year, especially during summer season. Some view it as one of India’s most beautiful places and a natural masterpiece in all its glory! Its evergreen hills are covered with different species of flowers like rhododendron, primula, ranunculus and many more. You can also see spectacular views all around by taking trekking routes with lots of waterfalls and rivers flowing through different regions around main valley. There are many treks that you can choose from depending on your stamina levels. There are some well-known treks such as Ghangaria (6 kms), Ghangaria to Valley of flowers trek (4kms), Hemkund Sahib (12kms), Govindghat(9km)

Consult trekyaari (https://trekyaari.com/treks/valley-of-flowers-trek) to book this trek

Things To Do In The Valley Of Flowers National Park

The Valley Of Flowers National Park is one of those places that once you visit, you can’t stop thinking about going back again. This beautiful national park is situated in West Himalayas at an altitude of 13,000 ft from sea level. You will be surrounded by tall mountains and colorful wildflowers all around when you are in there. The park has a very cool name as well- its called ‘Valley Of Flowers’.  Isn’t it just amazing? The best time to visit the valley of flowers national park is between July and October. During these months, there is not much snowfall so you can enjoy trekking in peace without any hassle.

Things To Do In The Valley Of Flowers

 1) Trekking: If you want some adventure while visiting this place then don’t forget to carry along your hiking shoes because trekking is what makes it really fun! There are many different routes through which you can reach valley of flowers but we recommend taking Ghangaria route.

2) Camping: Camping is another activity that most tourists love doing while they are on their way to valleys of flowers. It gives them a chance to bond with each other, share stories and create memories together.

 3) Photography: Whether you’re on your own trip or with family/friends, photography is something everyone enjoys doing in these parts. Don’t forget to bring your DSLR camera along because it’s a great opportunity for you to click some pictures of nature’s beauty!

 4) Cultural Tour: Last but not least, cultural tour is also a part of things to do in valley of flowers national park. Many people who have visited the place say that it is a good idea to spend some time learning about culture and traditions followed by local people. You’ll get to know how people live in such harsh conditions and how hard life must be for them every day.

Important Places Near To The Valley Of Flowers National Park

While a trip to The Valley Of Flowers National Park is generally from Rishikesh, Haridwar and Delhi, there are several other places near by that you can visit during your trip. You can also include these places in your trip itinerary. Places such as Nainital, Mussoorie, Pauri are very close and make excellent weekend getaways from Delhi. All these places have their own charm and plus points so if you have time on hand then you should visit them all!