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Great Himalayan National Park

Tucked amidst snow-capped Himalayas, The Great Himalayan National Park is a beautiful habitat of alpine flora and fauna. Located in the Kullu region. The Great Himalayan National Park was built in 1984 and declared as a National Park in 1999. Enumerated as World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2014, this is one of the largest and scenic national parks in India.

Why Great Himalayan National Park is Special for wildlife camping?

     As compared to other places like Kasol, Triund, etc. This place is conserved by government. You wont find any shops inside. The real camping experience you will get in this park. You have to take all the things required for the camping and also for security.

    There are many treks from the Great Himalayan National Park

• Tirthan Valley- Morahani Trek       (https://goo.gl/UJpvm9)
• Tirthan Valley- Tirath Trek             (https://goo.gl/MpnFBa)
• Shreekhand Mahadev Trek             (https://goo.gl/5n3jJD)
• Sainj Valley- Raktisar Trek                                  (https://goo.gl/1Xqi93)
• Tirthan Valley- Gushaini to Rakhundi Trek         (https://goo.gl/nW9yM9)
• Sainj Valley- Neuli to Homkhani Trek                 (https://goo.gl/8ykqNg)
• Sainj Valley- Tirthan Valley Trek                         (https://goo.gl/QTc6CF)

For more information about the trek go to their respective official government links.


Geography Of Great Himalayan National Park

  Great Himalayan National Park is located in the Seraj Forest Division, 60 kms from Kullu in Himachal Pradesh. Encircled by Rupi Bhaba Sanctuary, Pin Valley National Park and Kanwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Great Himalayan National Park is located at an altitude of 1500-6000 m and offers breath taking views of the surrounding mountains. The national park is spread over sprawling 754 sq km area. In 1994, 256 sq kms of land was delineated from the park area and labelled as buffer zone or eco zone. The eco zone of Great Himalayan National Park consists of 160 villages.

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport to Great Himalayan National Park is Bhuntar in Kullu, approximately 60 kms away. There are regular flights from Delhi to this airport.

By Rail: Joginder Nagar, near Mandi is the nearest railhead to Great Himalayan National Park, which is about 143 kms away. Frequent trains ply between Joginder Nagar and Chandigarh.

By Road: There are no motorable roads direct to the national park, instead there are couple of gravel roads. From Kullu, either take the route from Ropa to Shangarh in Sainj Valley and from Gushaini to Ropa in Tirthan Valley and reach the park gate.

Best time to visit Great Himalayan National Park

   To behold the best of climate and beautiful flora and fauna, March, April, May, June and Mid-September, October and November are the best time to visit the Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh . The Himalayan Eco Tourism team organises treks during these months. Winter months are not advisable for visit due to extremely cold and chilly weather and snowfall. Only lower altitude treks are organised during this season. Monsoon season from July to early September is strictly not recommended for trekking in the national park.

Great Himalayan National Park Entry Fee and Permit

   Entrance to The Great Himalayan National Park is strictly by permit. The same needs to be acquired from head office at Shamshi and zonal offices at Shairopa and Ropa. The permit charge for Indian visitors INR 100/day and for foreign nationals is INR 400/day. Students are on discounted entrance charges. It is INR 50 /day for Indian students and INR 250/ day for foreign student. One needs to pay additional charges for still and video cameras.

Tips for Travelers

• Many of the trekking routes are quite steep, so wear appropriate trekking shoes.
• Carry dry foods, essential medicines and water during trek.
• Make sure you are physically fit for the trek.
• Appoint a registered guide for trekking.
• Do not forget to take the permit from forest office.
• Accommodation is limited here. To avoid rush, book in advance, if you are planning to visit during summer months.
• For camping, carry tents, sleeping bags, basic utensils and stove etc