Circuit · Uttarakhand
Kumaon high country
Munsiyari and the long glacier valleys of Milam and Pindari.
- Places
- 3
- Altitude
- 1,800–3,900 m
- Fly / train to
- Kathgodam
- Daily spend
- about ₹2,400
When to go
- ❄︎Jan
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- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
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- Sep
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- Dec
Best for most places here: Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct. Each place here needs 7–12 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Milam Glacier
A remote Johar Valley route to a 5,500 m glacier, past the old silk-trade village of Milam.
Munsiyari
A remote Kumaon town facing the five peaks of Panchachuli.
Pindari Glacier
A long valley walk through Bageshwar villages to the snout of the Pindari glacier at 3,900 m.
What to pack for Kumaon high country
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Thermal inner wear (top and bottom)
- Down or padded jacket
- Woollen cap that covers the ears
- Woollen socks, 2–3 pairs
- Sun cap or hat
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- UV-protection sunglasses
- Lip balm with SPF
- Insect repellent
- Power bank
- Light travel tripod
- Spare memory card and camera battery
- Quick-dry trekking pants, 2 pairs
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Kumaon high country: questions people ask
Which places are in the Kumaon high country circuit?
The Kumaon high country circuit in Uttarakhand covers Milam Glacier, Munsiyari and Pindari Glacier. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Kumaon high country?
April to June and September and October suit most places in Kumaon high country. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Kumaon high country?
Travel to Kathgodam, then continue by road.
How much does a Kumaon high country trip cost per day?
About ₹2,400 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in Kumaon high country, and which is the highest?
Munsiyari is the easiest (easy). Pindari Glacier is the highest at 3,900 m.