Must-visit attractions and experiences for every traveler
A UNESCO World Heritage alpine valley carpeted with rare wildflowers in the monsoon.
A high-altitude Sikh shrine beside a glacial lake at 4,300 m.
The last inhabited base camp before both Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib.
Insider advice to make the most of your trip
Start the Ghangaria trek early; permits for the Valley of Flowers close by mid-afternoon.
Common questions travelers ask before visiting Govindghat
The valley is open June to October; peak bloom is from mid-July to mid-August during the monsoon.
By road from Joshimath (about 20 km); from Govindghat a trek or pony ride leads to Ghangaria.
