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Treks in the Kumaon
The gentle Himalayas of the Kumaon region are amongst the most picturesque in the country. The modest beauty of the regions such as Almora, Ranikhet and Kausani is reassuring and rejuvenating. Here, giant terraces are flung down high mountains in the green steps of cultivation, destroying neither the mountaineer nor the greenery.
The most stupendous and well known of the glaciers in Kumaon is Pindari, followed by Kafni, Sunderdhunga and equally well known are Panchachuli, Namik, Milan and Ralam.
NTMC provides safe and comfortable trekking in the below mentioned ranges and more. A group of atleast 10 people are required for the same. We have professionally sound trainers and expedition experts to take care of all your needs.
Treks in the Kumaon
Panchachuli Glacier – East Face (4260 m.)
Situated in the picturesque Darma Valley in the border district of Pithoragarh, this mass of ice originates from the fine snow covered peaks of Panchachuli. The route to the glacier amounts in exotic scenery, snow capped mountains, gushing streams, Alpine meadows and a rich variety of flora and fauna. From the glacier one can see the Panchachuli peaks in their towering glory. The white peaks of Panchachuli create the unforgettable spectacle of Him Khand, Yuli river skirted by the jungle of Deodar and bhojpatra trees and vast meadows.
The interesting part of this is the trekkers will be sojourning in the traditional houses of the local people and will have a face to face interaction with indigenous culture and local tradition.
Pindari Glacier Trek (3820m)
The most accessible glacier in Kumaon region, Pindari is located at 3820m in Patti Malla Danpur of Bageshwar District. The Pindari Glacier is 3kms long and 0.25 kms broad and is connected to the south western slope of the outer wall of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary. The main peaks near the glacier are Nandakot (6880m), Nandakhat (6611m), Pawalidwar (6663m), Baljuri (5922m) and Changuch (6322m).
OM Parvat Trek
It is a miracle of nature, the shape of valley and peaks form natural OM. One can see white(snow) OM on black background. No hypothesis, no assumptions, no imagination are required to visualise OM. OM – the symbol and guide to meditation, connecting man, god and the universe, chanted at the beginning and finale of all proceedings, extolled in the Upanishads as the best and most effective symbol of god
Kafni Glacier Trek (3800m)
The Kafni Glacier lies towards the left of Pindari Valley below Nandakot. The tranquility prevailing in this region has a special charm. This extremely rich in wildlife. There is no resthouse beyond Dwali and one has to spend nights in tents and or caves. The main peaks near the glaciers are Nandakot (6880m) and Nand Bhanar (6104m). The route to Pindari and Kafni Glacier is common upto Dwali.
Milam Glacier Trek (3438 m)
Located on the old trade route to Tibet, Milan Glacier at 27 kms long is the biggest glacier in the Kumaon Himalayas. To visit Milam area one has to obtain permit from S. D. M., Munsiyari. Munsiyari the base for this trek can be reached in one full day from Delhi. Munsiyari is also the base for Ralam, Namik, Poting, Lilam glaciers.
From Munsiyari the trek to Lilam is mostly downhill along the Gori Ganga river. Onroute, Bugdiyar to Rilkot is thickly forested area from where the land opens into the Gori Ganga Valley. After crossing the Gori Ganga river one gets an uninterrupted view of Nanda Devi and Hardeol peaks right upto Milam Glacier
Sunderdhunga Valley (3206m)
Sunderdhunga means the valley of beautiful stones. The valley is situated to the west of Pindari and has two glaciers. Maiktoli and Sukhram, and the main peaks are Tharkot (6100m), Mrigthuni (6857m), Maiktoli (6804m) and Pawalidwar (6663m).