A eight-day trek crossing two valleys. Moderate to strenuous. Experience the transitions between two magnificent valleys.
Day 1: Neuli (1500 m) to Shakti (2100 m). Night at Park accommodation. Moderate ascent. Distance: 22 km
Day 2: Shakti to Dhel (3737 m) Heavy-moderate ascent through dense forest, walnut trees, medicinal herbs, etc. Distance: 11 kms.
Day 3 and 4: Rest days at Dehl. Day hikes to Jogni (outdoor prayer sites). Fabulous sunrises and sunsets. Early morning hikes with opportunities to observe wildlife (Red Fox, Himalayan Tahrs) Distance: 4 to 6 kms.
Day 5: Dehl to Guntrao (3500 m): Strenuous. Moving to higher elevations (4120 meters). Difficult trail for more than one hour through very narrow path with sheer drops of 200 meters. Good chance of seeing Himalayan Tahr. A long day on the trail. Must be in very good shape, but worth the effort. Distance: 15 kms.
Day 6: Rest Day at Guntrao: Early morning opportunities for observing Himalayan Tahr and Musk deer.
Day 7: Guntrao to Shilt (3100 m). Moderate up and down. Lush bamboo forests, streams and waterfalls. Shilt campsite offers opportunities for evening wildlife. Distance: 16 kms.
Day 8: Shilt to Gushaini. Steep descent through dense forests. Exiting GHNP into Ecozone. Distance: 15 kms. Note: A reverse route of the above trek is also popular. Distance from Neuli to Gushaini: About 85 kms.
For booking contact Neeraj Thakur: +91-82199-14484, thakurneeraj16@gmail.com, www.tirthanquest.com