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Area: Garhwal Himalayas
Duration: 09 Days (4 day travel/5 days trekking)
Best Season: Mid May - Mid October
Grade: Moderate
Altitude: 4750 mts
Total Trekking: 60 K.M
About Chenap Valley
Among all the Garhwal treks, this route is least known to the trekkers. The valley is having wide variety of flowers throughout and can be stated to be the best valley with so many floral varieties. The view of the Chenap Lake is unsurpassed in beauty, but the flowers all around makes the beauty amplified to several times. You will find the oak and deodar forest surrounding the lake from a close distance. Pass through the meadows and get to the trails with fresh and untouched water. The trek is not that much difficult. Although you will have to climb for a long time, but the altitude is gradual and thus will not be that much difficult for you. One thing is sure in this spot – you will find least number of trekkers, since it is only known to few. The route is best accessible from Joshimath.
The trek will be starting from Chai, the sole village in the area. It is having the least population, but the hospitality, you will get from them, is admirable. Soon after you cross the village rugged path, you will find the snow topped mountain peaks. Nada Devi will look to be the biggest among them, with Dronagiri and Nanda Kot, closely following her. After covering certain distance, you will find another village named Thaing. Greenery and lush meadows surround and protects the village life there. It is time to find the Brahma Kamal. Just cross some of the easy slopes and beautiful natural plantation field with poppies, oaks and the fabulous Brahma Kamal. Daisies, anemones and numerous serene looking flowers will nod their heads to admire your arrival at the valley. After crossing the teak forest, you will find a glance of the peaceful Swanu and Nandu Lake. In the valley, you will be bewildered to find a temple, where Raj Rajeswari is living a solace life with Mohan Nanda.
The flower variety of the land is really enigmatic. Hamlets chirping here and there are trying to get your attention, for their new colourful dress, nature has woven for them. As you continue to climb reminding of the ancient relation with the wild family, you will find white bed sheet in the form of snow is laid on the mountain top. Mother Nature is calling you for the best solace sleep, you have ever slept on the snowy bed. Swanu and Nandu are waiting for your glance, a few kilometers away. They will show their pleasure and gratitude for your arrival, with the warmth, endorsed by nature. You will love the trek route, since it is easy for the beginners and is warm with the heartily blessings of Nature God.
Godly stories will generate a divine sense: Local people will show you some of the temples at this place and will show you a trekking route at some distance. They will narrate that that is the valley where Mother Durga fought the forceful battle with Mahisasura to protect her son. You might feel top reach there in the next trip.
Chenap Valley Trekking Tour Highlights
Throughout the journey, trekkers will pass through the famous landmarks of Uttrakhand - Haridwar, Rishikesh, Joshimath, Confluences, Crystal Clear Lake, Verdant Valley, Snow clad Himalayan Peaks and many more.
Cavernous gorges, chattering waterfalls, spacious views, vibrant landscapes and dazzling variation in scenery are some major highlights of the trek
Meet and greet local people.
Feel the greatness of nature by rambling over the lush meadows , sprinkled with wild flowers.
Best Time to Visit
Perhaps the best time to visit the Chenap Valley trek is June to September. In this time the valley remains in full bloom as the snow starts melting and there is very less rain. By the end of the September, the flowers start drying up and put their seeds on the earth for the next season.
Where is the Chenap Valley?
Located in the Chamoli district of Garhwal Himalaya, Chenap is a lush green valley, quite famed for its lakes and flowers that bloom in the region. To reach the Chenap Valley, trekkers will have to pass through grasslands dotted with wildflowers and remote villages.
How to Reach Chenap Valley?
Nearest Airport:Jolly Grant in Dehradun is the closest airport, which is around 295 km from Joshimath.
Nearest Railway Station:Haridwar Railway Station, 296 km from Joshimath.
Nearest Road Head:VishnuPrayag is nearest road head for Chenap Valley trek which is connected by most part of the Garhwal Himalaya like Joshimath, Rishikesh, Haridwar and Dehradun.
Day 1 : Delhi – Haridwar - Rishikesh (230km/6hrs approx)
In the morning catch AC train for Haridwar at 06:50 hrs. Arrival at Haridwar by 11:25 hrs, here meet our guide and drive to Rishikesh. On arrival, check in to the hotel. If interested, one can go for witnessing the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Ghat. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 : Rishikesh - Joshimath (240km/ 8-9hrs)
Post breakfast, we will drive to Joshimath via Devprayag. En-route, we shall witness the confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda River at Dev Prayag. By evening, we will be able to reach at Joshimath. Check in to a hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 : Joshimath - Vishnu Prayag (10 kms by road) - Thaing Village (8 kms trek)
Today, we will drive to Vishnu Prayag, from here we will be trekking to Thaing Village. In order to enter the valley, we will cross the bridge at Vishnuprayag. Overnight stay in the camp.
Day 4 : Thaing Village - DharKharak (6 kms trek)
Today, we shall start trekking early in the morning. Our trek will be to DharKharak or BaidwaKharak. Packed lunch will be taken to serve you on the way. The trek will pass through dense forests and along the course of several streams. We shall set our camp at DharKharak for an overnight stay.
Day 5 : DharKharak - Chenap Meadow (4 kms)
Post breakfast, we shall trek to Chenap Valley. There are around 500 species of flowers and numerous medicinal plants found here. From Chenap, one can head to Badrinath via Neelkanth Base Camp. Overnight stay in the camp.
Day 6 : Chenap Valley
The day is free for exploration. Overnight stay in the tent.
Optional: One can Trek towards SonaShikhar which is 8 kms via Fulna and MaskyaniBugyal. In SonaShikhar one can see the Braham Kamal and Fan Kamal.
Day 7 : Chenap Valley – Thaing Village
Post breakfast, we shall trek back to Thaing Village. Overnight stay in a camp.
Day 8 : Thaing Village - Vishnu Prayag - Srinagar (160km/5-6 hours)
Early in the morning, post breakfast, we shall trek down to Vishnu Prayag and from there will drive to Srinagar via Joshimath, Chamoli and Rudraprayag. Once you reach Srinagar, check- in to a hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 9 : Srinagar - Haridwar - Delhi
After the breakfast, we will drive to Delhi via Haridwar. By the evening reach Delhi. Tour and Services end.
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