Pindari Glacier vs Munsiyari
Pick Pindari Glacier for
adventure, camping, a real challenge
Pick Munsiyari for
peace and quiet, photography, road trips, fewer people, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Pindari Glacier | Munsiyari | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Song, Bageshwar | Uttarakhand, Pithoragarh, Kumaon |
| Highest point | 3,900 m | 3,500 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 90 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 8–9 | 5–7 |
| Best months | Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Jan, Feb | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,600 | about ₹2,200 |
| Gateway | Kathgodam | Kathgodam |
| With kids | Not advised | Good |
| With seniors | Not advised | Good |
| Permits | Forest permit at Song; check current fee. | None for Indian citizens (Milam-side treks need permits). |
Pindari Glacier: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Munsiyari: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely