Overview
Region :- Uttarakhand
Duration :- 3 Days
Grade :- Easy
Max Altitude :- 9930 Ft.
Approx Trekking Km :- 17 Kms.
Nag Tibba means Serpents Peak, is the highest peak in lower Himalayas of Garhwal region near Mussoorie. It also gives a name to the Nag Tibba Range, which is one of the three ranges of Lesser Himalayas, the other ranges are Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal.It is one of the best weekend treks that can be commenced by the beginners as well as experienced trekkers. A small temple is enshrined atop the hill, from where one can have a panoramic view of the entire Banderpunch ranges of the Great Indian Himalayas towards the Yamunotri side.
Nagtibba is a perfect place for camping during spring and summers and one of the most suitable trek for winters, when most of the treks are closed due to heavy snow. Due to its easy access it is one of most popular weekend treks in India.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Pantwari Village - Trek to Nag Tibba Base Camp
Start from Dehradun/Mussoorie in the morning. The journey will further proceed to a beautiful drive via Mussoorie, Kempty Falls, and Nainbagh. It takes less than 3hrs to reach Pantwari, starting point of the trek. Our trek leader will meet you at Pantwari.
Start the trek to reach Nag Tibba Base Camp. It takes around 3-4 hr to reach Nag Tibba Campsite. Trail snack at the start of the trek. Meal or snacks on arrival at the campsite. Base camp exploration followed by Dinner.
Day 2: Nag Tibba Base Camp – Nag Tibba Summit – Nag Tibba Base Camp
Wake up to a beautiful morning amidst the dense jungle. Start early in the morning and trek towards Nag Tibba Summit. It takes around 2 hr to reach Nag Tibba Summit from base camp. Explore the region and come down to Nag Tibba Base Camp for a hot lunch. Evening snacks, followed by dinner.
Day 3: Nag Tibba Base Camp – Pantwari
Trek down to Pantwari after breakfast. Trek services concludes at Pantwari.
The valley is thousand times stupendous than you might have imagined. It truly makes the Himalayan peaks lively and cherishing. Blue Poppy, Snake Foil, White Leaf Hog Foot, Himalayan Rose, Meadow Geranium, Dog Flower, Hooked Stick Seed are the native flowers. These astounding colorful blossoms end after 5 km stretch at a glacier. If the weather is clear the mighty Himalayan peaks of Nilgiri Parvat, Bhyundar Khal, Rattaban, Gauri Parvat etc. in the background. Today’s journey will conclude with your coming back to Ghangaria before nightfall.
How to Reach
By Air :-
Take a flight to Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, Hire a cab to reach Dehradun City as the airport is 29 km away.
By Train :-
The Dehradun railway station is located in the centre of the city which is well connected to all the major cities of the country.
By Bus:-
Dehradun is easily accessible from major cities of the country as it has an excellent road connectivity with other major cities and towns of North India. There are state-run and private buses that offer a regular service.
Fitness Required for Nag tibba trek
At high altitude as the air gets thinner oxygen becomes less abundant.The percentage saturation of hemoglobin with oxygen determines the content of oxygen in our blood. After the human body reaches around 2,100 m (7,000 feet) above sea level, the level of oxygen in our hemoglobin begins to plummet. However, the human body has both short-term and long-term adaptations to altitude that allow it to partially compensate for the lack of oxygen.
The Nag tibba trek Trek is an easy trek suitable for first time trekker with basic fitness
Trekking Experience: Ideal trek for a beginner.
Fitness Required: The Valley of Flowers Trek falls in the category of Moderate treks. The trail is fairly laid out path and has very few steep ascends or descends. Water is available through out the trail. But still if you are thinking of your first big Himalayan trekking experience its better to be prepared. Here is the training schedule to prepare for the trek.