Trekking In Garhwal » Rishikesh Gopeshwar Trek

Binsar is one of the most famous picturesque place in the Kumaon .It is an acclaimed hill resort in Kumaon Himalays. The main attraction of Binsar is the picturesque view of the Himalayan mountain range ,which is stretched in 300 Kms.,of famous peaks such as Nanda Devi,Nanda Kot, Panchchuoli, Kedarnath,Trishuli and Chaukhamba. Binsar is surrounded by the alpine flora ,ferns ,hanging moss and species of wild flowers as well as the forest where oak and rhododendron are found everywhere.

The trek starts from Thalisain via Pauri, From Thalisain the trek trail through a very rich forest of deodar, silver fir, pine and oaks, full of wildlife. The trek is best for winter months and it is not difficult with gradual ascents and descents. Enroute the trek, one can offer homage at the grat freedom fighter Veer Chander Singh Garhwali's samadhi, built in the midst of the Dudhatoli Sanctuary at Musa Kota. This trek is full of life and the trekkers will enjoy the scenic beauty throughout.

Thalisain can be approached from Srinagar, 1579 m, via
Pauri (124 km).

Itinerary (Duration -7 Days)

Day 01: Rishikesh
Arrive Rishikesh and checkinto the hotel or tourist rest house. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02: Rishikesh- Pauri
After breakfast 136 kms. drive to Pauri. Lunch enroute. Arrive Pauri and check into the hotel or tourist rest house. In the afternoon sight-seeing programme at Pauri. Dinner and overnight at hotel or rest house Pauri.

Day 03: Pauri- Thalisain
After breakfast 3 kms. drive to Thalisain with pack lunch. Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 04: Thalisain- Piersain
After breakfast 13 km trek from Thalisain to Piersain with pack lunch. Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 05: Piersain- Binsar
7 kms. trek from Piersain to Binsar. Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 06: Binsar to Gairsain
20 kms. trek from Binsar to Gairsain. Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 07: Gairsain- Rishikesh
After breakfast 226 kms. drive to Rishikesh. Lunch enroute. Arrival Rishikesh.