What to know

Located in the Chamoli district, the small hamlet of Ghangaria is a popular base camp for trekkers. It is the meeting point of Pushpawati and Hemganga rivers, which then flow as Lakshman Ganga. The last human habitation on the way to the Valley of Flowers, Ghangaria is a bustling village with a popular gurudwara. You can reach Ghangaria, which is perched at an altitude of 3,050 m, via an easy trek of 13 km from Govindghat. En-route are gorgeous views of snow-capped mountains, lush greenery, sparkling streams and cascading waterfalls. In the winter months, the valley is enveloped in snow. Ghangaria also has a helipad for the ease of travellers.

Best Time to Visit

Summer is the best time to visit Ghangaria