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Visit Duration: 24 Hours

Timings: Hemkund is open to visitors from May to October.

Entry type: Free

Entry Details: Free

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Hemkund is a high-altitude lake and pilgrimage site located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state in India. It is situated at an altitude of around 4,632 meters (15,197 feet) above sea level and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and alpine forests. The Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, a Sikh shrine, is located on the banks of the lake and is a popular pilgrimage destination for Sikhs and Hindus. The area is also known for its scenic beauty and offers opportunities for trekking and hiking in the surrounding mountains and forests. Hemkund is only accessible during the summer months (May to October) due to heavy snowfall during the winter.

Highlights of Hemkund

- Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, a Sikh place of worship located at an altitude of 4,632 meters

- The crystal clear Hemkund Lake, surrounded by seven snow-capped mountains

- The challenging trekking route that leads to the lake, offering scenic views of lush green forests, waterfalls, and the Himalayan mountain range

- The Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its vibrant alpine flowers, located in the vicinity of Hemkund Sahib

- The Brahma Kamal, a rare and exotic flower found in the region

- The Ghangaria village, the base camp for the Hemkund trek, known for its scenic beauty and accommodation options for trekkers

- The local culture of the Garhwal region, which can be experienced through interactions with locals and visits to nearby villages and towns

- The spiritual significance of Hemkund Sahib for the Sikh community and the peaceful atmosphere of the gurudwara.

Hemkund Overview

Points Of Interest for Hemkund

- Hemkund Sahib is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Sikhs, and is visited by thousands of devotees every year.

- The trek to Hemkund Sahib is considered challenging, with steep inclines and rough terrain.

- Along the trekking route, there are several other notable places to visit, such as the Valley of Flowers National Park, which is known for its stunning alpine flowers.

- The journey to Hemkund Sahib takes visitors through several beautiful and scenic spots, including cascading waterfalls, lush green forests, and snow-capped peaks.

- Hemkund Sahib is located near the source of the river Alaknanda, which is one of the main tributaries of the river Ganges. The river is considered sacred by Hindus and is an important pilgrimage site in its own right.

Best time to visit Hemkund

The best time to visit Hemkund Sahib is from June to October, when the weather is relatively mild and the snow has melted, making it easier to trek. The monsoon season lasts from July to September, so it's important to be prepared for rain during this time.

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Chamoli Gopeshwar Tours Reviews

Lakshmi Dubashi

Wonderful Experience

The location was really nice and the way from the jungle was amazing. the food was also nice and the guide was friendly with us. Thank you Banbanjara for making over trip.

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Radhika Sharma

Good experience

Peak points are really amazing to see and the mountains are looking very beautiful, we click lots of pictures for memory. Highly recommended.

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Shanth

Awesome trip

The camp was clean and large and the food was also nice. the viewpoints are mind-blowing and the best time to visit is during monsoon. Excellent trip.

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Krishna Chaubey

Wonderful Experience

It was my first trek and trust me the trekking was really very beautiful and well planned organization. beautiful trek. thank you Banbanjara for making the trip awesome.

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Sujatha

Good experience

Last week my friends and I decided to visit that place, we booked the tickets from the site of Banbanajara they give the best price us. The trek was really awesome.

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Aadhi

Excellent

Had an amazing trip, I enjoyed the trek a lot with my friends and the weather was also nice there, Thank you Banbanjara for making the trip memorable.

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Sahana

Enjoy

The perfect place for nature lovers, they enjoyed nature a lot with the nature there, and the valleys are also nice. Overall the weather was also nice.

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Rakshith

Wonderful Place

Excellent experience! the Bansi Narayan Trek is an awesome trek for beginners. the guide was also friendly with us and the best thing was the food at theirs. Wonderful trip!!

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Natraj Natu

Excellent

The perfect place for trekking and the peak points are really very beautiful and we click lots of pictures there. Great recommendation.

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Nithin

Enjoy

The food was also delicious. the campsite was also nice and at a beautiful place. the guide was also a nice person. such an amazing place for trekking.

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