Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal vs Milam Glacier
Pick Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal for
tight budgets, family trips, couples, an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Milam Glacier for
peace and quiet, nature, adventure, fewer people
| Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal | Milam Glacier | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Nainital, Kumaon | Uttarakhand, Munsiyari, Pithoragarh |
| Highest point | 1,400 m | 3,500 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Difficult |
| Trek distance | No trek needed | about 120 km |
| Days on the ground | 2–3 | 10–12 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov | May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,500 | about ₹2,500 |
| Gateway | Kathgodam | Kathgodam |
| With kids | Great | Not advised |
| With seniors | Great | Not advised |
| Permits | None. | Inner Line Permit for the Milam side — check current ITBP requirements. |
Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Milam Glacier: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely