After the snows melt, over 300 species of flowers bloom, from mid July to September, changing almost daily. Apart from flowers, the valley is also the home of certain species of butterlies, the blue sheep, Himalayan bear, the Himalayan mouse hare and the snow leopard.



Camp Kanjla is the base to the Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib. Situated 13 kms from Govindghat and 1km before Ghanghria it is a full fledged camp with Alpine and Deluxe tents.

Camp Kanjla Base to Valley of flowers.

Season: July-Sept
Location: Ghanghria, the Himalayas
Altitude: 3048 mts
Places of interest: Valley of Flowers, Hemkund Sahib Lake, NandaDevi Biosphere, Badrinath, Vasudhara Falls, Kauri Pass
Activities: Trekking, Camping, Photography, Spiritual Quest, Flora & Fauna, Culture

The Valley of Flowers national park appeared on the tourist map only as early as 1931 when Frank Smith a British tourist stumbled accross this valley when he lost his way, while returing back after sucessfully climbing Mt. Kamet.

The national park starts from Ghanghria, but one reaches the main valley only after crossing the gorge and the stream starting from the Nar Parvat, 3kms from Ganghria.

From the valley, right in the front one gets an amazing view of the Ratban Parbat and to the left the Nar Parbat, which seperates Badrinath and the valley. The right side is covered with birch forests sprinkled with numerous waterfalls and punctuated by the Pushpawati river.

Hemkund Lokpal
Hemkund Lokpal is one of the most picturesque & popular high altitude lakes in the Garhwal Himalayas. It is situated 976mts above Valley of Flowers, at an altitude of 15,200 feet, sheltered by seven snow-covered peaks of the Hemkund Parvat. Hemkund Lokpal is not only one of the most scenic spots in the Garhwal but also one of the most sacred pilgrimage spots for the Sikhs, as this spot was the Sikh guru, Govind Singh's spiritual retreat. The trek to Hemkund is quite a steep climb as compared to that to the Valley of Flowers, and ponies may be necessary for the elderly. The route is enchanting with the waters Laxman Ganga in its varied moods leading the way across waterfalls & ridges carpeted with flowers of almost every imaginable colour & fragrance.

The route from Gangotri to Gaumukh, passes through woods of coniferous and pine trees at Chirbhasa and Birch trees at Bhojbhasa.



Camp Gaumukh @ Bhojbhasa is a seasonal base camp to Gaumukh, Tapovan and Nandanvan. Equipped with alpine tents this camp at Bhojbhasa enjoys spectacular views of the Shivling, Bhagirathi 123 peaks and the Gaumukh glacier.

Camp Gaumukh at Bhojbasa

Season: June - Sept
Location: Bhojbasa, the Himalayas
Altitude: 3792 mts
Places of interest: Gangotri, Ghaumukh (Mouth of the Ganges), Tapovan, Nandanvan
Activities: Trekking, Camping, Photography, Spiritual Quest, Mountaineering

According to Hindu mythology, Godess Ganga the source of life, manifested herself in the form of a river to absolve the sins of King Bhagiraths predecessors in answer to his austeure penance for several centuries. It is believed that it was at this spot where the temple stands, that Lord Shiva received Ganga into his matted locks, to minimise the immense impact of her descent on earth. Having descended as a result of King Bhagiraths austere penance, she came to be known as Bhaghirathi at her legendary source - Gaumukh.

From Gaumukh one has to traverse the Gangotri and the Chaturangini glaciers to reach to reach the lush green meadows of Tapovan surrounded by the many named and un named peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas. En route to Tapovan from Nandanvan one gets an excellent view of the Shivling, the Bhagirathi, the Kedar dome, Sudershan and the Thelu peaks

This trek combines the experience of mountain climbing, rock climbing, boulder hopping and glacier traversing. Starting from the temple town of Gangotri the trek takes one along the vast glacier bed surrounded by walls and pillars rising to an altitude of 3,500 meters standing as a mute testament to the ancient giant glacier.

Camp Rudra is most popular for its 180* view of the Himalayan range. Equipped with alpine tents it is and ideal base to access Deoria Tal and Chandrshila peak.



Camp Rudra - Chopta

Season: October - June
Location: Rudraprayag District,
Altitude: 3650 mts
Places of interest: Chopta, Tungnath, Chandrashila peak, Musk deer farm, Ukhimath temple, Activities: Trekking, Camping, Photography, Spiritual Quest,

Deoria Tal is one of the most beautiful high altitude lakes sprinkled over the Gharwal Himalayas. Situated at an altitude of 2,440mts on the Chopta - Ukhimath highway, 3km from the village of Sari it is an excellent spot for angling and bird watching. It is most famous for the reflection of the surrounding snow covered peaks of Chaukhamba & Kedarnath on its surface in the early morning light.

Chandrashila peak rewards the daring trekker with a rare and panoramic view of innumerable snow covered peaks from an altitude of 3,650mts. The trek from Tungnath to this magnificent spot takes one through alpine forests and rhododendron meadows.

Camp Mistea Valley is a romantic tented colony situated amidst tea gardens.



Season: Throught the year
Location: Aravenu, Kotagiri, the Nilgiris
Altitude: 1954 mts
Places of interest: Kodanad View Point, Gene Pool, Coonoor, Ooty, RS Pillar
Activities: Trekking, Camping, Rappelling, Rope courses, Obstacle courses, Outbound training, Photography, Birding, Wildlife, Culture, Yoga, Tea, Ayurveda,

Camp Mistea Valley is a romantic tented colony situated amidst tea gardens. An ideal base to explore the fascinating countryside, trekking, rappelling or just lazing in a mountain stream watching exotic birds flit by and if you are lucky, gaze at a wary bison as it examines you over a comfortable distance.

Our cooks know what "Food" means to those who feel fresh, free and recharged. They will dish out an amazing spread of mouthwatering cuisine of the home cooked variety.

Round off your day around a roaring log fire under the canopy of bright stars, singing, dancing or just plain ruminating with good company and great food to rejuvenate your spirits.