The beautiful Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand, India is a must-see world heritage site and is located within the Nanda Devi National Park in the far interiors of Garhwal Himalayas. It covers 87 sq kms and rises to an elevation of 3250 metres or 11,980 feet.
The Valley of Flowers in India opens for tourists between June to September, and peak blooming season is from mid-July to mid-August. During this season, over 300 species of wild flowers such as orchids, poppies, Cobra Lily Anemones as well as the elusive and rare Blue Poppy, and Brahmakamal bloom here. Besides this, the Valley of Flowers is also home to animals such as the snow leopard and the endangered Asiatic black bear, amongst others.
About the Valley of Flowers trek
The Valley of Flowers trek is a moderate trek and is great for both first timers as well as experienced trekkers looking to visit. Despite the ease and popularity of this trek, the beauty of the valley remains pure and untouched. Every few days, some blooms fade, while new buds open up, creating a rainbow of perpetually changing colour. The sight of the Valley of Flowers, full of colourful blossoms of various hues and shades, nestled between rugged Himalayan slopes, is one that you will cherish forever. Apart from this, there are waterfalls, glaciers, towering mountains, mighty rivers and quaint villages to be explored.
Destination The Valley of Flowers is a national park and a world heritage site, known for the undulating meadows of rare alpine flowers and flora. Home to a number of endangered animals like the Asiatic black bear, snow leopard and blue sheep, the valley is a slice of paradise in the Garhwal Himalayas.
Destination highlights
- Visit the beautiful and holy Hemkund lake
- Observe and photograph rare species of Himalayan flora
- Trek through spectacular landscapes