Valley of Flowers
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Uttarakhand | India
6 Days
12500 FT.
20 Km
₹8500/person
- Congratulations! Enjoy a hassle-free booking experience — Currently, no GST is applicable on your trek fee or add-ons.
- Services Pipalkoti to Pipalkoti.
- Reporting Time: 6:00 am
- Drop Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm (Timings are subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
It is advised to arrive at the base location a day prior to avoid delays due to travel or weather conditions.
- 5% GST will be applicable on Trek Cost and Add-ons
- Services Gangotri to Gangotri.
- Meeting Point( Pickup/ Drop Point ):Prince Chowk, Dehradun
(If transportation opted from Thrill Spirit) - Reporting Time: 6:00 am
- Drop Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm (Timings are subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
- Please reach Dehradun a day before to avoid any delays.
Region
Uttarakhand
Duration
5 Days
Max Altitude
14200 Ft.
Trekking Km
38 Km
Grade
Moderate
Basecamp
Pipalkoti
Suitable For
15 to 55 years
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Overview
Trek Name: Valley of Flowers
Days: 5 Days
Adventure Type: Trekking
Base Camp: Pipalkoti
Season: Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter | Monsoon
Month: July | August | September
Country: India
Altitude: 14200 Ft.
Grade: Moderate
Rail Head: Rishikesh
Stay: Includes Camping (Twin Sharing) and Hotel/Guesthouse – available in triple, quad, or dormitory format (with separate for male and female).
Food: All meals included –Served on the trek as well as at the Hotel/Guesthouse(Veg).
Location: Uttarakhand
Distance: 38 Km
Trail Type: Point to point trail | Camping at the same location upon returning.
AirPort: Jolly Grant Airport, which is 16 km away from Rishikesh
- 5% GST will be applicable on Trek Cost and Add-ons
- Services Pipalkoti to Pipalkoti.
- Meeting Point( Pickup/ Drop Point ):Laxman Jhula Tapovan, Rishikesh
(If transportation opted from Thrill Spirit) - Reporting Time: 6:00 am
- Drop Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm (Timings are subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
- Please reach Laxman Jhula Tapovan, Rishikesh a day before to avoid any delays.
Quick Itinerary
Day 1: Rishikesh → Pipalkoti
- Altitude: 1,340 m / 4,400 ft. Distance: ~200 km | Time: 9–10 hrs. A long but scenic drive through the Garhwal Himalayas takes you to Pipalkoti, a peaceful stopover before the trek begins.
Day 2: Pipalkoti → Govindghat → Pulna → Ghangaria
Altitude: Pulna – 2,100 m / 6,900 ft, Ghangaria – 3,000 m / 9,800 ft. Drive: Pipalkoti to Govindghat – 52 km | 2 hrs. Local drive: Govindghat to Pulna – 4 km | 15 mins. Trek: Pulna to Ghangaria – 9 km | 4–5 hrs. Today starts with a drive and short transfer to Pulna, followed by a steady trek through lush valleys to reach Ghangaria, the base for Valley of Flowers.Day 3: Excursion to Valley of Flowers → Return to Ghangaria
Altitude: 3,500 m / 11,500 ft. Trek: 4 km each way | 6–7 hrs total. Spend the day amidst a vibrant carpet of Himalayan wildflowers. You may spot species like the Blue Poppy, Snake Foil, Himalayan Rose, and River Anemone. Return to Ghangaria by evening.Day 4: Ghangaria → Pulna → Govindghat → Pipalkoti (via Badrinath, optional)
Trek: Ghangaria to Pulna – 9 km | 4–5 hrs. Drive: Pulna to Govindghat – 4 km | 15 mins. Optional Drive: Govindghat to Badrinath – 25 km | 1 hr. Drive: Badrinath to Pipalkoti – 75 km | 3–4 hrs. Descend to Pulna and drive to Govindghat. If conditions allow, a detour to Badrinath is possible; otherwise, continue directly to Pipalkoti.Day 5: Pipalkoti → Rishikesh
Distance: ~200 km | Time: 9–10 hrs. Return journey back to Rishikesh with scenic views of river valleys and mountain villages.Note:
- Always keep a buffer day in your itinerary to handle weather changes or permit delays. Mentioned altitudes, distances, and travel durations are approximate and may slightly vary. Carry your original ID proof along with photocopies as they are required at multiple checkpoints.
Who Can Participate
- Age Requirement:
- Minimum 14 years
- First-timers are welcome, though prior trekking experience is preferred. Good fitness is a must.
- Fitness Criteria:
- The Trekker should have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance by jogging in 30 minutes without stress or 10 km of distance in 70 minutes without stress
- If the trekker prefers cycling he/ she should be able to cycle 18 km of distance in 50 minutes.
- Preparation Chart view download
- If the trekker wants to carry a backpack then he/she should be able to carry a 10-12 kg backpack. If opt Off-load option then the trekker should be able to carry 3-5 kg backpack.
- If a trekker’s BMI is more or less than the normal range (18-27), please consult our Trek Coordinator before booking.
Trek Essentials
Basic Gear
| Backpack with rain cover/ Trolly Bag | .. |
| Day pack with rain cover | 20 – 30 ltr (If off-load opted) |
| Walking stick | Advisable (At least one) |
| Water Bottle / Hydration pack | 2 bottles of one liter each, People who use hydration pack 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter. |
| Snacks | Energy bars, dry fruits, electral/ors |
| Personal Medical Kit | Consult your doctor |
Clothes
| T-Shirt (Synthetic quick dry | 2 Full & 2 Half sleeves |
| Fleece T-shirt | 2 Nos |
| Wind stopper / Fleece jacket(Upper) | 1 Nos |
| Windproof Jacket | 1 Nos |
| Down feather / Hollow jacket | 1 Nos |
| Thermal inner (Upper and Lower) | 1 Nos |
| Trek Pant (Synthetic quick dry) | 3 Nos |
| Wind stopper / Fleece Pant (lower) | 1 Nos |
| Waterproof gloves | Not Required |
| Fleece / woollen gloves | 1 pair |
| Poncho / waterproof Jacket and pant | 1 Nos |
Head & Foot Gear
| Head torch/Hand Torch | 1 Nos |
| Sun Cap | Required |
| Woolen cap | 1 Nos |
| Balaclava | 1 Nos |
| Buff / Neck-gaiters | 1 Synthetic , 1 Woolen |
| Sunglasses | UV with dark side cover, People who wear spectacles – (A)- Use contact lenses | (B)- Photo chromatic glasses |
| Trekking shoes | 1 Pair (Waterproof, high ankle, good grip) |
| Floaters / flip-flops | 1 Nos |
| Cotton socks | 4 pairs |
| Woollen socks | 2 pairs |
Trek Essentials
Basic Gear
| Backpack with rain cover/ Trolly Bag | .. |
| Day pack with rain cover | 20 – 30 ltr (If off-load opted) |
| Walking stick | Advisable (At least one) |
| Water Bottle / Hydration pack | 2 bottles of one liter each, People who use hydration pack 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter. |
| Snacks | Energy bars, dry fruits, electral/ors |
| Personal Medical Kit | Consult your doctor |
Clothes
| T-Shirt (Synthetic quick dry | 2 Full & 2 Half sleeves |
| Fleece T-shirt | 2 Nos |
| Wind stopper / Fleece jacket(Upper) | 1 Nos |
| Windproof Jacket | 1 Nos |
| Down feather / Hollow jacket | 1 Nos |
| Thermal inner (Upper and Lower) | 1 Nos |
| Trek Pant (Synthetic quick dry) | 3 Nos |
| Wind stopper / Fleece Pant (lower) | 1 Nos |
| Waterproof gloves | Not Required |
| Fleece / woollen gloves | 1 pair |
| Poncho / waterproof Jacket and pant | 1 Nos |
Head & Foot Gear
| Head torch/Hand Torch | 1 Nos |
| Sun Cap | Required |
| Woolen cap | 1 Nos |
| Balaclava | 1 Nos |
| Buff / Neck-gaiters | 1 Synthetic , 1 Woolen |
| Sunglasses | UV with dark side cover, People who wear spectacles – (A)- Use contact lenses | (B)- Photo chromatic glasses |
| Trekking shoes | 1 Pair (Waterproof, high ankle, good grip) |
| Floaters / flip-flops | 1 Nos |
| Cotton socks | 4 pairs |
| Woollen socks | 2 pairs |
Thrill Spirit Advantages of Trekking
Cost Terms
Inclusion
1. Accommodation (As per itinerary)
- Day 1 and Day 5 Stay in a guest house on a triple/quad/hexa sharing basis (separate arrangements for male and female).
- Day 2 to Day 4 Accommodation in twin-sharing tents while on the trek.
2. Meals (Vegetarian+Egg)
- All meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 5 dinner (As per itinerary).
3. Professional Support Team
- A versatile base camp manager who ensures clear communication and swiftly deploys additional manpower during emergencies.
- 1 Mountaineering & First Aid Certified Expedition Leader
- 1 Experienced High-Altitude Chef
- Local Guides (Number based on group size)
- Sufficient Support Staff for logistics and safety
4. Trek Equipment
- Sleeping bag, sleeping liner , mattress ad utensils.
- 3-person all-season trekking tents on a twin-sharing basis
- Kitchen tent, dining tent, and toilet tent
- Camping stools and walkie-talkies
- Technical gear: ropes, helmets, ice axes, harnesses, gaiters, and micro spikes (if required)
5. First Aid
- First aid kit
- Stretcher
- Oxygen cylinder
- Blood pressure monitor
- Oximeter
- Stethoscope
6. Load Support
- Porters to carry central/common luggage such as camping gear, food supplies, and equipment.
7. Permits & Entry Fees
- All required permits and entry fees included (up to the amount charged for Indian nationals).
8. Trek Completion Certificate
- Certificate of Completion provided by Thrill Spirit.
9. Luggage Facility
- You can safely leave your extra luggage at Base Camp during the trek.
Exclusion
- Transportation from Rishikesh to Lohajung and return.
- Insurance(Mandatory)
- Food during the transit.
- Porter to carry personal luggage.
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Emergency evacuation, hospitalization charge, etc.
- Any extra costs incurred due to extension/change of the itinerary due to natural calamities roadblocks, vehicle breakdown, etc. factors beyond our control.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head Inclusion.
Things can be provided on demand and availability (participant has to pay extra for these things).
1. Satellite phone/set phone: A type of mobile phone that connects via radio links via satellites orbiting the Earth instead of terrestrial cell sites like cell phones. Therefore, they can operate in most geographic locations on the Earth’s surface.
Note: Satellite phones are prohibited in Leh-Ladakh, Kashmir, Sikkim due to security concerns related to its proximity to sensitive international borders. Only authorized personnel, like government officials and military, can use them with special permission from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT).
2. Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Bag): A portable hyperbaric chamber used in high-altitude emergencies to treat Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).
3. AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators): Portable life-saving devices designed to treat people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, a medical condition in which the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly.
Cancellation Terms
To request a cancellation, please email us at info@thrillspirit.com using your registered email ID.
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 5% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 30% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 85% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 50% deduction of trek fee
- 80% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 70% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek.
Refund Options
- No cash refund
- 20% cash voucher for the same trip till one year
- 10% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend
Cancellation Policy (Emergency Cases):
In case of a death in the immediate family (parents, siblings, spouse, children) or if the trekker is hospitalized (min. 48 hours) or suffers a fracture (leg/arm) within a week before the trek, even if canceled a day before:
90% refund in cash & 10% as a voucher (valid for 1 year, for any India trek)
Valid documents required. We’re here to support you during tough times.
Note:
- Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch
- In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by Thrill Spirit
- Thrill Spirit holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice
Booking and Payments
- The Participant is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all details, including Trip dates and personal documentation, at the time of booking.
- Payments must be made in accordance with the timelines and instructions provided by Thrill Spirit. Late payments may result in cancellation of booking without refund.
- In the event of a cash refund, only the portion of the payment made in cash shall be eligible for refund in cash. Any booking made using voucher, discounts, promotional codes, or through any non-cash mode of payment shall not be eligible for a cash refund under any circumstances.
- Refunds, if applicable, shall be processed within 15–30 working days of confirmation.
- Voucher Terms
- This is a non-transferable voucher
- The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Thrill Spirit.
- The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Thrill Spirit in India
- To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id
- All the other Terms of booking a trek with Thrill Spirit are applicable to the voucher
Itinerary and Modifications
- Thrill Spirit reserves the right to modify, shorten, or cancel any part of the Trip due to transportation delays, weather, health emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances including Force Majeure.
Cancellations and Refunds
- No refunds or vouchers, partial or otherwise, shall be provided for voluntary withdrawal, non-utilisation of services, or removal from the Trip.
- If Thrill Spirit cancels the Trip before arrival at the designated pick-up point due to unforeseen circumstances or Force Majeure, the Participant may choose from:
- An alternate Trip/date.
- A credit voucher valid for one (1) year.
- Transfer to another Trip, with cost differences payable by the Participant.
- If the Trip is abandoned post-arrival at the designated pick-up point, no cash refund or voucher shall be issued. The Trek Again Policy may apply at Thrill Spirit discretion.
- Thrill Spirit shall not be liable for any associated travel costs such as flights, accommodation, or visa fees.
Force Majeure
- Events beyond its control including but not limited to earthquakes, landslides, strikes, curfews, war, pandemic, government restrictions, heavy rainfall or snowfall, windstorms, road blockages, trail disruption, or withdrawal of permits, Thrill Spirit shall not be held liable for any cancellation, delay, or service modification caused by Force Majeure.
Cost Terms
Inclusion
1. Accommodation (As per itinerary)
- Day 1 and Day 5 Stay in a guest house on a triple/quad/hexa sharing basis (separate arrangements for male and female).
- Day 2 to Day 4 Accommodation in twin-sharing tents while on the trek.
2. Meals (Vegetarian+Egg)
- All meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 5 dinner (As per itinerary).
3. Professional Support Team
- A versatile base camp manager who ensures clear communication and swiftly deploys additional manpower during emergencies.
- 1 Mountaineering & First Aid Certified Expedition Leader
- 1 Experienced High-Altitude Chef
- Local Guides (Number based on group size)
- Sufficient Support Staff for logistics and safety
4. Trek Equipment
- Sleeping bag, sleeping liner , mattress ad utensils.
- 3-person all-season trekking tents on a twin-sharing basis
- Kitchen tent, dining tent, and toilet tent
- Camping stools and walkie-talkies
- Technical gear: ropes, helmets, ice axes, harnesses, gaiters, and micro spikes (if required)
5. First Aid
- First aid kit
- Stretcher
- Oxygen cylinder
- Blood pressure monitor
- Oximeter
- Stethoscope
6. Load Support
- Porters to carry central/common luggage such as camping gear, food supplies, and equipment.
7. Permits & Entry Fees
- All required permits and entry fees included (up to the amount charged for Indian nationals).
8. Trek Completion Certificate
- Certificate of Completion provided by Thrill Spirit.
9. Luggage Facility
- You can safely leave your extra luggage at Base Camp during the trek.
Exclusion
- Transportation from Rishikesh to Lohajung and return.
- Insurance(Mandatory)
- Food during the transit.
- Porter to carry personal luggage.
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Emergency evacuation, hospitalization charge, etc.
- Any extra costs incurred due to extension/change of the itinerary due to natural calamities roadblocks, vehicle breakdown, etc. factors beyond our control.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head Inclusion.
Things can be provided on demand and availability (participant has to pay extra for these things).
1. Satellite phone/set phone: A type of mobile phone that connects via radio links via satellites orbiting the Earth instead of terrestrial cell sites like cell phones. Therefore, they can operate in most geographic locations on the Earth’s surface.
Note: Satellite phones are prohibited in Leh-Ladakh, Kashmir, Sikkim due to security concerns related to its proximity to sensitive international borders. Only authorized personnel, like government officials and military, can use them with special permission from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT).
2. Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Bag): A portable hyperbaric chamber used in high-altitude emergencies to treat Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).
3. AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators): Portable life-saving devices designed to treat people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, a medical condition in which the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly.
Cancellation Terms
To request a cancellation, please email us at info@thrillspirit.com using your registered email ID.
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 5% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 30% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 85% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 50% deduction of trek fee
- 80% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 70% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek.
Refund Options
- No cash refund
- 20% cash voucher for the same trip till one year
- 10% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend
Cancellation Policy (Emergency Cases):
In case of a death in the immediate family (parents, siblings, spouse, children) or if the trekker is hospitalized (min. 48 hours) or suffers a fracture (leg/arm) within a week before the trek, even if canceled a day before:
90% refund in cash & 10% as a voucher (valid for 1 year, for any India trek)
Valid documents required. We’re here to support you during tough times.
Note:
- Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch
- In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by Thrill Spirit
- Thrill Spirit holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice
Booking and Payments
- The Participant is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all details, including Trip dates and personal documentation, at the time of booking.
- Payments must be made in accordance with the timelines and instructions provided by Thrill Spirit. Late payments may result in cancellation of booking without refund.
- In the event of a cash refund, only the portion of the payment made in cash shall be eligible for refund in cash. Any booking made using voucher, discounts, promotional codes, or through any non-cash mode of payment shall not be eligible for a cash refund under any circumstances.
- Refunds, if applicable, shall be processed within 15–30 working days of confirmation.
- Voucher Terms
- This is a non-transferable voucher
- The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Thrill Spirit.
- The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Thrill Spirit in India
- To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id
- All the other Terms of booking a trek with Thrill Spirit are applicable to the voucher
Itinerary and Modifications
- Thrill Spirit reserves the right to modify, shorten, or cancel any part of the Trip due to transportation delays, weather, health emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances including Force Majeure.
Cancellations and Refunds
- No refunds or vouchers, partial or otherwise, shall be provided for voluntary withdrawal, non-utilisation of services, or removal from the Trip.
- If Thrill Spirit cancels the Trip before arrival at the designated pick-up point due to unforeseen circumstances or Force Majeure, the Participant may choose from:
- An alternate Trip/date.
- A credit voucher valid for one (1) year.
- Transfer to another Trip, with cost differences payable by the Participant.
- If the Trip is abandoned post-arrival at the designated pick-up point, no cash refund or voucher shall be issued. The Trek Again Policy may apply at Thrill Spirit discretion.
- Thrill Spirit shall not be liable for any associated travel costs such as flights, accommodation, or visa fees.
Force Majeure
- Events beyond its control including but not limited to earthquakes, landslides, strikes, curfews, war, pandemic, government restrictions, heavy rainfall or snowfall, windstorms, road blockages, trail disruption, or withdrawal of permits, Thrill Spirit shall not be held liable for any cancellation, delay, or service modification caused by Force Majeure.
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