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30 Dec
Tue
31 Dec
Wed
1 Jan
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Binsar Sanctuary Walking Holiday
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Next availability: Mon, 30 Dec
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GBP 406.7
Highlights
This walking holiday in Binsar wildlife sanctuary in Kumaon in Uttarakhand, India is a great option for those looking for an easy trek in the Himalayas. While it is a simple one that any reasonably-fit person can undertake, it lets one sample a slice of local culture (village life, places of archaelogical importance etc.) and learn about the flora and fauna of the lower Himalayas besides enjoying breathtaking views of snow-clad mountains.
Itinerary
Kathgodam - Gaunap Village, Binsar
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
24 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedYou will be picked up from Kathgodam railways station at around 9 am, after breakfast. The scenic drive from there to Binsar Tourist Rest House takes around 5 hours including a stop for lunch en route. From Binsar TRH, it is a 1.5 hour easy, downhill trek (3 km) to Gaunap village. Binsar wildlife sanctuary, spread over 47 sq km, is one of the smaller sanctuaries in India. While it is popular for commanding, panoramic views of the Greater Himalayas and its bird diversity (200+ species of birds have been spotted here), mammals such as leopard, four species of deer, flying squirrel, pine martens are also found here.- AccommodationsOvernight at Idyllic Haven homestay in Gaunap, a comfortable place with all basic amenities and clean western toilets.Food And DrinksDinner
Hikes in and around Gaunap Village
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThe morning begins with a sunrise walk to the village temple which also serves as a vantage point to view the mermerizing 270 km panorama of Uttarakhand Himalayas. Post breakfast, you will go on a guided walk of the village which is home to all of 8 families! Also included in the walk is a bird watching session during which you get to spot a few of the 200+ species of birds found in Binsar. The activity for the afternoon is a nature walk led by a local nature guide. Get a broad idea of the flora and fauna of Binsar wildlife sanctuary.- AccommodationsOvernight in Idyllic Haven homestay in Gaunap village, BinsarFood And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Gaunap - Dhaulchhina
Dhaulchhina Market
16 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThe 8.5 km trail from Gaunap to Dhaulchhina at the edge of the sanctuary passes through stands of pine and mixed forests. It's an easy hike that offers great views of snow-clad peaks and terraced fields, and should take around 4 to 5 hours. Towards evening, you can trek up to Anandamayee ashram, a serene spot from where you can catch great views of Nanda Devi if the weather is clear.- AccommodationsYou will stay at Anandamayee guesthouse, a lovely, clean place with lovely view of the Sivalik mountain ranges.Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Dhaulchhina - Shaukyathal
Jageshwar Dham
16 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYou will set off on a 9.5 km, flattish walk to Shaukyathal after breakfast. The trail passes through pretty villages and pine forests. Shaukyathal is on a ridge leading to Vriddh Jageshwar, a temple of religious importance to Hindus. One side of the ridge offers a panoramic view of the high peaks of Uttarakhand Himalayas and the other side, great views of the Sivaliks (lesser Himalayas).- AccommodationsOvernight at a guesthouse/homestay with great views of the Siwalik rangesFood And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Shaukyathal - Jageshwar - Kathgodam
Jageshwar Dham
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter breakfast, set off on the route to Jageshwar - walk up to Vridhh Jageshwar (1.5 km on a metal road) and then take the downhill trail to Jageshwar that passes through lovely chir pine and cedar forests. At Jageshwar stop to visit an interesting cluster of 200-odd temples (many of them dedicated to the Hindu god, Shiva) built from 7th to 12th century AD by rulers belonging to Katyuri and Chand dynasties.- Food And DrinksBreakfast
What's included
INCLUDED
Porter charges for personal luggage
Forest entry fee for vehicle
Lunch (3)
Transportation of personal luggage
Dinner (4)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (4)
Guide charges
NOT INCLUDED
Personal expenses - room service, bottled water etc.
Tips
Forest entry fee
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
Address
Binsar, Uttarakhand, India 263628
Provider
Outdoers India
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