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