Plan a group trek with your friends and family to the Valley of Flowers

So, you’ve heard of the famous trek to the Valley of Flowers and the legend behind it of being discovered on a lost path by British traveller Frank Smith in 1931. As we approach the months of July-August (most conducive months for the trek), we suggest you pack your bags and make a plan to undertake this unique trek to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the picturesque Valley of Flowers.

Valley of flowers

The Himalayan peaks stand witness to the beautiful blooms in this tranquil valley, situated at an altitude of 3,858m. This is the season when a multitude of wild flowers including Lillies, Poppies, Geraniums, Petunias, Sediams grow in abundance and paint the entire valley into a colourful blanket of aromatic blooms. And naturally, several species of butterflies and insects follow here in search of some nectar from the flowers.

Tips to trek

- Acclimatisation is key to a good trek of varying altitudes. Your friends may take lesser time but you must understand the pace of your own body and take adequate time.

- It is easy to get lost mid-way if you start photographing every wild growth you spot. Listen attentively to the trek instructor. This will ensure a safe time ahead for you.

- Whatever happens, plan your trek to come to a close by sunset time. Take some time to relax and have light food all along.

- Each member must carry basic medication and a first-aid kit during the trek.

- As the Valley of Flowers is a heritage site, make sure you donot leave behind litter at your campsites.

- Get eco-friendly and you will love it.


Trek up: Way up to the Valley of Flowers is often so spectacularly blessed with greenery that you remain mesmerised for hours here


Time to bloom: Every colour is truly so amplified in the valley


Note the name: Delphinium Galciale reveals inky blue shade


Growing wild: Pedicularis Trichoglossa grows in abundance in the valley