Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal vs Hemkund Sahib
Pick Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal for
tight budgets, family trips, peace and quiet, fewer people, an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Hemkund Sahib for
a spiritual journey, adventure, a real challenge
| Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal | Hemkund Sahib | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Nainital, Kumaon | Uttarakhand, Ghangaria, Chamoli |
| Highest point | 1,400 m | 4,329 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Moderate |
| Trek distance | No trek needed | about 38 km |
| Days on the ground | 2–3 | 5–6 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov | Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Rarely |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Busy |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,500 | about ₹2,500 |
| Gateway | Kathgodam | Dehradun / Rishikesh |
| With kids | Great | Possible |
| With seniors | Great | Possible |
| Permits | None. | No separate permit; the Valley of Flowers check post covers the area. |
Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Hemkund Sahib: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely