Monday, February 14, 2011

Treks of Kumoun

Kafni Glacier Trek

Area : Kumaon Himalayas
Altitude : 4000 mts/13120 ft
Season : May - Nov.

Kafni glacier is situated on the left side of Pindar Valley under majestic mountain Nandakot. This region has its own charm with the solitude it presents. This region is very rich in wildlife. As this place is full of forest region there are no rest houses beyond Dwali. So if you are planning for this trek then make arrangement of tents also. Some people also spend their night in caves. Main peaks near the glacier are Nandakot which is 6860 metres and Nandabhanar which is 6104 metres.

Milam Glacier Trek

Area : Kumaun Himalayas
Altitude : 2800 mts
Season : May - September

Milam Glacier is about 28 km long, biggest glacier of the Kumaon, Uttarakhand. It originates from the slope of Kohli and Trishul peaks and situated on the south facing slope of the main Himalayan range. This trek starts at Munsyari and the route ascends up the Gori Ganga river gorge which separates the Nanda Devi range from the beautiful peaks of the Panch Chulli range. The initial part of the trek leads you through the high Himalayan ridges to open up into the wide expanse of the gentler trans-Himalayan region. Milam Village which is located near the glacier is one of the highest villages in the Himalayan range. Munsyari is the base for the trek route leading to Milam glacier.

Pindari Glacier Trek

Area : Kumaon Himalayas
Altitude : 4200 mts/13720 ft
Season : May - Octomber

Pindari Glacier is the world famous glacier. It is also known as trekker’s paradise because it is easier to visit than most other glaciers. This glacier is situated between snow capped Nanda Devi and Nandakot mountains. The river Pindar originates from this glacier. The glacier is at an altitude of 3353 mtrs. the entire trekking tour route is Filled to the brim with natural beauty. The trek to the Pindari Glacier is amongst the most favorite of treks in the Kumaon region of the Himalayas. At the final destination of the trek the Pindari Glacier provides so eye catching view that it remains etched in the mind for life.

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