Location - Pithoragarh

Elevation - 1,645 M And Above

Difficulty Level - Easy, Moderate & Extreme

About Trekking in Pithoragarh

Several treks start from Pithoragarh and nearby regions, that is for all levels of trekking experiences of various types for one to endure. From the treks to the base camp of Nanda Devi Base Camp to all the high passes and glaciers such as Namik Glacier, Ralam Glacier Trek, Milam Glacier Trek. Through this activity, one can explore the hidden beauty of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand and enjoy the closeness to nature and explore a new location that no one has ever seen.

About the Trekking Activity

Trekking is an aspect of walking undertaken with the distinct purpose of exploring and admiring the scenery. It usually takes place on tracks in regions of relatively unspoiled nature. Trekking has been compared to meditating because when you climb up to a mountain peak it has an interesting way of calming you down.  You are so aware of your surroundings that it feels relaxing and tiring at the same time since one has a lot of walking to do. Trekking is a positive walking experience that is a mix of hiking and walking in which one can take a multi-day excursion admiring the panorama of rural areas, ridges, and the valleys.

Best Time to Visit Pithoragarh

• The town of Pithoragarh has a pleasant kind of weather from March to June and from September to November, one can experience the best of the destination during this months. The months of December, January, February, July, and August are not recommended due to heavy rainfall, cold and snowfall conditions that are prominent in the Pithoragarh town.
• Pithoragarh in Summers
• The summers in Pithoragarh start from April and last till June when people mostly come to explore the town of Pithoragarh and experience the beautiful valley of Saur and have the view of majestic high snow-covered mountains. The temperature during the months remains from 5-degree celsius minimum to 17-degree celsius maximum.
• Pithoragarh in Monsoon
• The monsoon in Pithoragarh is experienced from July to September, where the whole valley turns to the green valley. The activities of trekking and expeditions are done in this season. The temperatures remain between 7-8 degrees celsius to 18-19 degrees celsius.
• Pithoragarh in Winters
• The season of winters in Pithoragarh starts from October to February. During this duration, there is heavy snowfall and the cold temperature goes down to sub-zero and the maximum temperature goes up to 13-degree celsius.

How to Reach Pithoragarh

Pithoragarh can be reached easily by roads, trains, and flights. To reach Pithoragarh one can take a flight to Pantnagar airport that is the nearest airport to the location. The nearest railway station is Tanakpur and Pithoragarh has a good connection of road, so one can easily reach the destination.

Pithoragarh by Air

The nearest airport to Pithoragarh is the Pantnagar airport, which is approximately 241 km away from the destination. It takes around 2 hours 15 minutes from Delhi to reach Pantnagar. From Pantnagar, it takes around 6 hours to reach Pithoragarh to reach by cab.

Pithoragarh by Railways

The nearest railway station to Pithoragarh is the Tanakpur railway station, which is approximately 138 km away from the destination. It takes 10 hours minimum to reach Tanakpur from Delhi.

Pithoragarh by Road

It takes nearly 11 hours 20 minutes to reach Pithoragarh from Delhi by road and the journey is about 495 km passing through the national highway 9.

Things to Carry

• ID Proof: Carry a valid ID proof issued by the government.
• Clothing: Warm clothing (Down Jacket/Fleece Jacket, Woolen Cap/Scarf, Hat, Lowers, Woolen & Cotton Socks, Thermal wears), Cotton Towels, Trekking/Hiking shoes & other comfortable regular wear.
• Toiletries: Lip Balm, Wet Wipes, Skin Moisturizer, Sunscreen.
• Medical: Personal medicines (if any), Mosquito repellent, prescribed medicines for high altitude sickness, Dehydration salt.
• Miscellaneous: Trekking Poles, Sunglasses, Rubber Slipper, Power Bank, Candy, Dust Mask, etc

Do’s and Don’ts in Pithoragarh

Do’s

• Do wear a good pair of shoes while trekking.
• Do carry warm clothes.
• Do carry your essentials.
• Do wear a mask.
• Do carry your sanitizer.

Don’ts

• Do not overstrain steep gradients.
• Do not litter here and there in public places.
• Do not spit in public places.
• Do not disrespect the locals.