Riverfront Homestay w/Comfort & Nature, UK
Tat Laga Phegu· 4.6 · 39 stays
The home is a stopover on one of the main arteries of Garhwal, putting several key Himalayan experiences within reach.
Tungnath and Chandrashila Peak. The trek to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world, starts from the village of Chopta. It's a steady 4-hour climb through rhododendron forests. From the temple, a further climb leads to Chandrashila summit, with wide-screen views of Himalayan peaks like Nanda Devi and Chaukhamba.
Valley of Flowers National Park. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this high-altitude valley is carpeted with hundreds of species of alpine flowers. It's open only during the monsoon, from July to September. The trek begins from the village of Govindghat.
Ganga Aarti in Rishikesh. Every evening, the ghats of Rishikesh come alive with the Ganga Aarti ceremony. The most well-known are held at Triveni Ghat and Parmarth Niketan, where lamps are set afloat on the river amidst chants and bells. Rishikesh is the gateway town for the region.
Auli. Known for its winter skiing from December to March, Auli is a vast meadow of oak and rhododendron for the rest of the year. It offers some of the most direct and views of Nanda Devi, India’s second-highest peak.
The home is located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.
By Air: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun, which serves the Garhwal region. From the airport, you can hire a taxi for the onward journey.
By Rail: The closest major railhead is in Haridwar. It is well-connected to major Indian cities. Taxis and buses are available from Haridwar to travel further into the mountains.
By Road: Rishikesh is the main road hub for Garhwal. The home is situated on the main highway that leads from Rishikesh towards the Char Dham sites.
The mountains are accessible year-round, but each season offers a different experience. The clearest skies and most pleasant weather are from March to June and again from September to November. The monsoon months of July and August bring lush greenery but also the risk of landslides. High-altitude destinations like Auli and Chopta are often closed by heavy snow from December to February, which is the season for skiing in Auli.
