Travel Partner needed for Valley of Flowers trek

Hello there,

I would love to do the Valley of Flowers trek this August-September 2011.

Now I don't think its a good idea for do this alone, and I can't seem to find any trekeeing clubs etc that do this (if anyone could suggest any good clubs, that would be great!)

So, I (female, Indian) am looking for a travel partner(s), preferably female to do this absolutely stunning trek. Pls be aware that this is a slightly strenuous trek.
And if possible also do Kedar, Badrinath, and Hemkund Sahib. This full itinerary would be around 10 - 12 days. The trek alone takes around 8-9 days

Do get in touch.

Thanks!

SVR, tats glad to see you planning VOF... its more fun if you can travel alone but since you are female its definitely good to have a partner... i have couple of friends planning the same place in Aug end or early Sept...
no doubt its a stunning trek but wondering how do u know it strenuous have you been there before??

Mods, Apologies. Could you delete this duplicate thread pls!

Thanks!

Tilak, thanks for your response. Family & friends have done the trek & did tell me that the trek can be tough in places!

I had gone to VOF in August a few years back. I think the trek can be done alone because the route is very easy to follow and with lots of people going to Hemkund and lots of tea stalls/places to eat its quite crowded.
The difficulty is that rains can damage roads. The path from Ghangria to Hemkund is steep and difficult during the rainy season. The trick is to go as slowly as possible and save energy.

The VOF part is easier but there are no ponies/ no roadside tea shops etc.

If you are medically fit, you can do this trek alone. It is absolutely safe, more so because it is also busy compared to some other treks. If you don’t find a partner, go ahead with the plan, you will enjoy it

Hi, I am planning VOF in July/ August this year. I am also searching for friends for this trek. I feel any trek is more enjoyable is somebody likeminded with you. My number is 9820945582.

Hii,

Do you guys still planning for this treak?
i am Samir 30 Male, from mumbai... was trying for Rupkund treak in July earlier but no partners.
so if your plan still on let me know.....

Regards

Samir

Hi Samy, I feel we have to share contact info if you are serious about going to VOF. What you think?

Dear SVR, I am looking out for travel partner for VOF in August, 2011. Let me know if you are interested. We have to share contact info to chart out the program.

Hi SVR,

We are planning to be there sometime in Oct,infact have booked the tickets and have planned a rafting trip before or after the trek.

Now my only doubt is - do they allow anyone to trek late in Oct..When i say late - it's the last week of Oct we are planning to trek VOF. Is it allowed?

I do not think you will be allowed to enter the park in late October. The authorities close it after mid-September. You should rather check the Uttarakhand tourism's website or call the state government's tourism officials for the correct information.

Hey Everyone,

I am Neeraj from New Delhi with parents from Almora. I am also planning to go towards Valley of Flowers, Kedarnath, Badrinath and if possible to Auli as well...

I am flexible with dates in June or July (actually waiting for my first DSLR to come by May end)...

I am willing to join the gang for trekking the panoramic valleys. So, if anybody wanna partner me do let me know !!!

i m planning my trip in aug & sept 2011 for 10-15 days.vally of flower is best . looking forword

Hi,

Iam planning to visit VOF in august.
My Plans are :-
13 aug 2011-- Reach haridwar early morning from delhi and travel to joshimath
14th Aug -- Joshimath - Govindghat - Ghangaria
15th Aug -- Ghangaria - Valley of Flowers -- Ghangaria
16th Aug -- Ghangaria - Hemkund-- Ghangaria
17th Aug -- Ghangaria -Govindghat - Joshimath
18th Aug -- Joshimath --Auli -- Joshimath ( optional)
19th Aug -- Joshimath -- Haridwar (evening)

If this suits to anyone ..let me join we can join together