Day hikes in the Great Himalayan National Park

Treks in the Great Himalayan National Park

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Allow yourself to explore the GHNP for at least 3 days to have an experience of a lifetime.
great himalayan national park trek map

Trekking map of the Great Himalayan National Park

Have a look at the map above to know which trek destination you can reach within a given number of days. These are the minimum number of days required.



Good to know about us !

Himalayan Ecotourism Awards

Our awards

Himalayan Ecotourism is the winner of the To Do award 2022 in the field of "Socially Responsible Tourism".
We are also the Overall Winner of the Indian Responsible Tourism Award 2019 and the Gold winner in the Best Adventure Operator category.
We have been declared winner of the Sustainable Tourism Award 2019 by Skal International and Biosphere.
Our cooperative-based model of social enterprise and our efforts to conserve the Himalayas are the main reasons for winning these awards.
Thank you to all our cooperative members, our customers, our friends and well-wishers !



Main treks in the GHNP


rolla trek in great himalayan national park

Rolla trek

A gentle introduction to the park

Difficulty
23/100
Max alt
2100 m
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rangthar trek in great himalayan national park

Rangthar Trek

A spectacular view of the park

Difficulty
30/100
Max alt
2900 m
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shilt hut trek in great himalayan national park

Shilt hut and Rakhundi trek

Reach a panoramic viewpoint in the Park

Difficulty
35/100
Max alt
3000 m
Avg days
3 or 4
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marahni trek in great himalayan national park

Marahni and Kundri trek

A rich experience of the park and ecozone

Difficulty
50/100
Max alt
3670 m
Avg days
3 to 5
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ookhal trek in great himalayan national park

Ookhal trek

Connecting Tirthan and Sainj valleys

Difficulty
58/100
Max alt
3740 m
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dhel trek in great himalayan national park

Dhel trek

Not the most common, but what a trek !

Difficulty
70/100
Max alt
4050 m
Avg days
4 to 7
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raktisar trek in great himalayan national park

Raktisar trek

Getting into the heart of GHNP

Difficulty
67/100
Max alt
3900 m
Avg days
6 to 8
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Tirth trek in great himalayan national park

Nada, Kobri & Tirth treks

Entering the intimacy of the magical Tirthan

Difficulty
68/100
Max alt
4300 m
Avg days
5 to 9
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Pin Parvati trek

Pin Parvati trek

Connecting Kullu and Spiti via a stunning pass

Difficulty
80/100
Max alt
5319 m
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Other treks near the GHNP


lambri trek, tirthan valley

Lambri trek

Let your mind encompass the entire Himalayas

Difficulty
50/100
Max alt
3600 m
Avg days
3 to 5
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saraumga trek

Trek to Sara Umga

A very impressive glacier amongst giants !

Difficulty
80/100
Max alt
5320 m
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jalori pass trek

Treks around Jalori pass

Easy treks, great experience, amazing views

Difficulty
20 & 50/100
Max alt
3590 m
Avg days
2 to 4
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Trekking in the Great Himalayan National Park

Trekking in the Great Himalayan National Park is a must for nature lovers and trekkers.
GHNP is a biodiversity hotspot and a World Heritage Site. Because it is a protected area, there are no roads or facilities within the Park. The only way to explore the pristine wilderness is by foot.

Trekkers are allowed to trek in GHNP with recognised and experienced guides because it is easy to get lost in the Park and to safeguard the flora and fauna within the Park.

We organise multi-day treks in GHNP. Our treks are led by members from our cooperative. A trained guide and his team lead all our trekking groups. Our team ensures the trekkers are comfortable and the wildlife is not harmed.
Apart from their expertise in navigating the trekking trails in GHNP, our team of locals have strong knowledge of the region and will explain the history and formation of the Park and the fauna and flora in the GHNP.

Himalayan Ecotourism invites you to experience the hospitality of the Himalayan people.


Guides for Trek in Great Himalayan National Park



Our guides who will accompany you on the treks are a part of a cooperative, which is recognised by the Park administration.

Our cooperative has been created to empower the local community and to avoid destructive competition among local guides. The rules are decided by everyone in the cooperative and all members are trained to lead treks, handle equipment, and keep trekkers and the Park safe.

Through this system, our cooperative members enjoy good working conditions and our guests gain a good trekking experience.
Guide for Trek in Great Himalayan National Park

Keshav

One of the most experienced guide for the GHNP and President of our cooperative.




Great Himalayan National Park Tour Packages


Great Himalayan National Park Tour Package

Holidays at the GHNP

Himalayan Ecotourism can help you with everything for a safe and comfortable stay at the GHNP.


Each of our treks in GHNP is designed as a package.
When you book a trek with us, it will be inclusive of the trekking equipment, staff, and food.

We also arrange the trekking permit from the GHNP office, transportation, accommodation, and any other services before or after treks.

With more than 10 years of experience and many awards in the field of sustainable tourism, be sure that travelling with us is the best choice.

Let us know what you would like as an experience and we will curate your trip to the Great Himalayan National Park for you.



Great Himalayan National Park Trek Permit



The GHNP administration charges a fee per day for trekking in the Park.

The trekking fees for GHNP treks are collected in order to maintain the bridges over rivers and the trekking trails, which tend to get damaged during landslides in the monsoon and because of fallen trees.

The Park administration uses the funds to support other tasks such as preserving wildlife, identifying species, counting birds, and setting up camera traps to collect information and aid conservation work.
Great Himalayan National Park Trek Permit

GHNP trekking permit

To go beyond the gate of the GHNP you will need to have a trekking permit.




Great Himalayan National Park Office


Great Himalayan National Park Office

Office of the GHNP

The local office of the GHNP is located at Sairopa in the Tirthan valley.


The GHNP office is located in Sairopa.

This is where trekkers can get the GHNP trekking permit. A permit is necessary to trek in the Park and only a set number of permits are issued each year to avoid overtourism and any damage to the Park.

The office offers visitors introductory nature walks. The office campus also includes an arboretum with a variety of trees that are representative of the species found in the Park.

Contact us for organising your trek, we will arrange the permit for you. We will include the trekking permit fee in your tour package.



When to Trek in the Great Himalayan National Park



You can visit the Great Himalayan National Park anytime but the best time to trek in the Great Himalayan National Park is from April to June and September to November.

We avoid trekking in GHNP during the monsoon as the trails are overgrown and wild animals like bears could be found hiding in the grass. Landslides are also common in the region at this time of the year.

Winter too is not the best time to trek because of the extreme cold and snowfall. However, shorter treks along some trekking routes can be organised in winter.
When to Trek in the Great Himalayan National Park

Trekking season

Autumn is one of the best season to trek the GHNP and enjoy the colorful nature.




What To Do in Great Himalayan National Park


What To Do in Great Himalayan National Park

Bonfire in the GHNP

Trekking in the GHNP is a wonderful occasion to reconnect with nature.


The Great Himalayan National Park is a biodiversity hotspot known for its sublime mountains and forests. Trekking is the best and the only way to experience GHNP.
Trekking the trails through forests and powering your way to reach the summits is an adventure in itself.

Your GHNP trekking experience also includes camping in wilderness, cooking outdoors, and enjoying bonfires.

The treks are good for photographers as each trek in GHNP guarantees scenic views and each season offers a different visual experience of the mountains and forests. There are many endemic and rare birds in GHNP and bird watchers will be busy spotting various species.

We recommend you bring your binoculars on these treks. You will also encounter diverse fauna and flora. Our guides can help you identify the various plants and trees that you will see here. You will also learn about the local culture and history.

See here what you can do around the GHNP in the Tirthan valley.



Great Himalayan National Park Trek Itinerary



You can explore each GHNP trek itinerary on our website to learn more about the treks that interest you.

Each Great Himalayan National Park trek itinerary includes a map, a detailed description of the trekking experience, trekking time between points in the itinerary, camping sites, elevation profile of the trek, and difficulty of the trek based on technical and fitness levels.

You can find all these information for most of the treks that we organise by following the trek links at the top of this page.
Great Himalayan National Park Trek Itinerary

Map of the GHNP treks

We have mapped all the trekking itinerary in the Great Himalayan National Park.




Great Himalayan National Park Trek Cost


Great Himalayan National Park Trek Cost

Trekking equipment

Our trekking equipment is excellent and its rent is included in the trek cost.


As our treks are designed as a package, the Great Himalayan National Park trek cost will include the rent of equipment, wages of staff, food, and a small fee for supporting our reforestation project.

Our treks are made for the budget-friendly trekker as well as those looking for a more comfortable experience.

The trek costs vary according to preferences and we arrange the food and quality of equipment accordingly.
The GHNP trek cost is structured flexibly and you can discuss your requirements with us on email or phone and we will give you a quote based on your requirements. You can see in details all the equipment available for your trek here.



List of Treks in Great Himalayan National Park



When planning the treks in GHNP, our team explores the Park and identifies the best routes and camping sites so that trekkers experience the best of GHNP.
We have a diverse list of treks in Great Himalayan National Park. These are some of our current multi-day treks in GHNP. You can explore each trek page to know more.

    Rolla Trek
    Rangthar Trek
    Shilt Hut and Rakhundi Trek
    Marahni and Kundr Trek
    Ookhal Trek
    Dhel Trek
    Raktisar Trek
    Nada, Kobri, and Tirth Trek
    Pin Parvati Trek
    Lambri Trek
    Sara Umga Trek
    Jalori Pass Treks
trekking in Great Himalayan National Park

Rakhundi trek

Rakhundi top, one of the most beautiful trek in the GHNP.





Himalayan Ecotourism videos

Video practical info about treks in the GHNP

Trekking in the GHNP

All you need to know for planning your trek in the GHNP with us

Video about the work of Himalayan Ecotourism

We are a social enterprise

Stephan, co-founder of Himalayan Ecotourism, shows some of the work undertaken by Himalayan Ecotourism in the ecozone of the GHNP






Recognition of Himalayan Ecotourism

Himalayan Ecotourism Awards

Our awards

Himalayan Ecotourism is the winner of the To Do award 2022 in the field of "Socially Responsible Tourism".
We are also the Overall Winner of the Indian Responsible Tourism Award 2019 and the Gold winner in the Best Adventure Operator category.
We have been declared winner of the Sustainable Tourism Award 2019 by Skal International and Biosphere.
Our cooperative-based model of social enterprise and our efforts to conserve the Himalayas are the main reasons for winning these awards.
Thank you to all our cooperative members, our customers, our friends and well-wishers !