Nag Tibba History

Nag Tibba lies on the lower Himalayas known as Garhwal Himalayas. Nag Tibba, where Nag refers to the snake’s God and Tibba means peak. The local villagers offer prayers to Nag Devta to seek his blessings and protect them and their cattle. This is the reason the place holds religious significance. Nag Tibba trek is the best trek to witness some of the most amazing sunsets or sunrises and that too from your campsite. This is surely a sight to behold when the horizon turns red in its most eminent form. This is something which one should never miss out on whenever you are on any trek, stargazing is surely the most amazing thing to do in the mountains. On a new moon night with a clear sky, you will witness the sky like never before filled with a cluster of stars and beautiful constellationS that will simply overwhelm your heart. Traverse around the dense forest of Jaunpur forest range around Nag Tibba which is a very beautiful trail walk with dense forest all around. Nag Tibba trek is considered as one best trek to do for beginners, it is an easy to moderate trek in terms of difficulty level and the Nag Tibba Trek distance is about 16 km in total which means one way it is 8 km long and takes about 6-7 hours to do the trek on one side. The best part about Nag Tibba is that it is not crowded. From Nag Tibba you can watch some of the most famous snow-capped mountain peaks in India which is a sight to behold. 

Nag Tibba Geography

Nag Tibba trek begins northeast of Mussoorie, at the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan varies, at a height of 3,022meters. The provincial people have been proposing prayers to the Snake God at this cliff which is a witness to its holiness. They understand that the Snake God safeguards their stock from viper bites.
The Mussoorie-Nag Tibba trek will thrill every trekker, whether beginner or master. For tourists coming from the capital city, it is a perfect weekend trek. The trek gives travelers the possibility to savor a variety of fascinating experiences, from the imagination of the majestic snow-capped peaks to camping under the full of star night sky and walking in the leafy lush forests.

Plan My Package Recommendations Places around the Nag Tibba

• Kempty Waterfalls is a recommended place as it is good for family and friends to enjoy. Kempty Falls will give you many reasons to fall in love with it. The gigantic somersault of streams, about 150yrs old, tumbling down from a great height and creating a massive lake-like structure beneath for people to have a good time in it. This is one of the most liked picnic spots to explore on your one-day trip to Mussoorie near Nag Tibba. Kempty falls is at a distance approx 65KMs from the base camp of Nag Tibba.
• Kanatal Hill Station located in the picturesque backdrop of the Garhwal Himalayas, this hill station is a perfect weekend spot for families to enjoy nature. Capture the beauty of the sun-kissed peaks with the coniferous trees around you. Rejuvenate your soul and get lost in the majestic forest of deodar trees, pine trees, fruit-bearing apple trees, and the mesmerizing breeze. If you visit Kanatal, do visit the famous Surkanda Devi temple. 
• Lal Tibba One of the Highest Peaks of Mussoorie, Lal Tibba is a popular tourist destination to capture some mesmerizing views of sunrise and sunset. This is one of the highest points along with the Nag Tibba mountain ranges. Picturesque view from where you can capture some amazing mountain peaks that surround the Lal Tibba. Lal tibba is at around 80KMs from Pantwari village.
• Nainbagh is in Uttarakhand’s Tehri district, witness the scenic beauty of three famous districts of Uttarkashi, Tehri, and Dehradun. Nainbagh is the perfect spot to relish the beauty, this spot is cherished by nature-lovers and trekking enthusiasts. At about 16kms from Pantwari village, the base village of Nag Tibba, Nainbagh can be reached in 1Hrs 14 minutes by road. 
• Mussoorie Queen of the Hills, the town of Mussoorie is a paradise for nature lovers also known as the loner’s wonderland. With the panoramic view of Shivalik ranges and Doon Valley, this glittering hill station is most liked by the people because of the beauty of the Himalayas. The colonial architectural style of this town makes it a perfect time to spend your weekend here capturing and experiencing the natural beauty.

Best Time To Visit in Nag Tibba

• The best time to visit Nag Tibba Trek is in the summer months, from April to June, and in the winter months, from October to December. For tourists who would wish to visit snowfall or want to experience snow trekking.

Nag Tibba Weather & Temperature

• Nag Tibba in Summer 
• Nag Tibba during summer is pleasant and beautiful. The Himalayas can be glimpsed from the distance. There is constantly a cool wind blowing and this time is feasible for trekking further if wise to carry light woolens during the trip in maybe the night evolve colder.
• Nag Tibba in Monsoons
• The dense greenery of Nag Tibba is overwhelming in the monsoons. There is no adequate experience other than drinking a cup of tea while glaring at the snow-covered ridges of Nag Tibba while raindrops stroll everywhere. There could be landslides that occur on barricaded roads for hours, but yet, the panoramic charm of Nag Tibba is worth all the difficulty. Don't forget to carry raincoats.
• Nag Tibba in Winters
•  During winter the Nag Tibba trek covers snowfall, but you can still admire the Nag Tibba during winters. Nag Tibba Winter Trekking is the best experience if compared to anything else. This is what bliss on the planet will glimpse like. Winters in Nag Tibba retain chilling temperatures So don't forget to carry heavy woolens.

How To Reach Nag Tibba

Nag Tibba by Air

• The nearest airport to Nag Tibba is Dehradun i.e Jolly Grant airport (DED). You can take a taxi or bus to reach Pantwari village which is 85 km away from Dehradun.

Nag Tibba by Train

• Dehradun(DDN) is the nearest station from Nag Tibba and from there you can hire a private cab or can take a bus to reach Pantwari Village. To reach Nag Tibba from Delhi, take an overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi. The distance from Delhi to Dehradun is approx 275 KMs it will take almost 5Hrs 6 minutes.

Nag Tibba by Road

• Pantwari is 337 km away from Delhi and will take 8 hrs to reach due to the mountainous path. There are regular bus services from Delhi to Dehradun- Kashmiri Gate ISBT, You can also hire a Taxi or Cab from Delhi to reach Dehradun. To reach Nag Tibba from Mussoorie it will be almost 58KMs. There are three routes to reach Nag Tibba one from Devalsari Village, the second one is Panthwari and the last one is Hunter.

Places to Stay in Nag Tibba

Pantwari Nag Tibba Tent Centre

One of the hygienic places to stay with all the basic amenities and different kinds of tents Camping Tents, Kitchen tents, Dining tents and Sleeping bags (Holofill), and Carry mats. Also provided Local Garhwali Vegetarian food. The accommodation in a single tent for 3 to 5 people. They also offer recreational activities like Horse Riding activities.

The Goat village

Nag Tibba is located at Pantwari 25 km away from the Nag Tibba. It is also considered as a base camp area for the Nag Tibba trek. Rooms are available in the form of a combination of wood and stone in the Pahadi form of architecture with English bathrooms. They also provided distinct types of meals and beverages.

Nag Tibba Soldier Camp 

Is one of the most beautiful camps near Nag Tibba they provided services mostly all the places in Uttarakhand with camping and trekking activities. They provide the good quality of the tent with the proper meals with medical facilities.

Chill at Hill Resort located 2 km from Nag Tibba a perfect resort for all kinds of travelers. They are having different kinds of room types like Single, Double, and King size rooms with proper meals and beverages and other amenities.

Do’s & Don’t in Nag Tibba

Do’s

• Do carry a small bag while trekking.
• Do wear clothes in layers.
• Do carry energy drinks and nuts as they will give you energy.
• Do carry sufficient food which gives you energy like fruits, dry fruits, etc.
• Do carry sufficient water during trekking.

Don’t

• Do not litter anywhere on your path.
• Do not argue with the tour leader.
• Do not disrespect the local beliefs and do not spoil their heritage.
• Do not go so fast maintain pace according to your stamina.
• Do not wear regular shoes while trekking.