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Thrilling Things to do in Badrinath for Unforgettable Trip
Every-one should visit Badrinath once in a lifetime. Badrinath is a sacred place in India and is a part of Chardham. The place is situated at a height of 10,000 above sea level and because of being at such a great elevation there are various peaks suitable for trekking. Basically people visit Badrinath for its famous temples and beautiful peaks but there are also various Thrilling Things to do in Badrinath for Unforgettable Trip.
Adventure Activities to do in laps of nature – Badrinath
- Valley of Flowers
- Trekking in Badrinath
- River rafting
- A holy dip in Vasudhara Falls
- Picnic at Satopanth Lake
- Camping at Kalindi pass – The Glacial Traverse
- Holy bath in Tapt Kund
- Dodital Hanumanchatti Trek
- Tour of a village – Mana village
- Watch the footprint of Lord Vishnu
1. Valley of Flowers
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It was discovered in 1931 by British Traveller Frank Smith and the peak is at height of 14,000 feet. The trek of the valley of flowers starts from Govind Ghat and ends at Hemkund Sahib. Valley of flowers is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Badrinath. Another reason to visit the place is that Lord Hanuman came here to collect the Sanjeevani Buti to cure Laxman. At the park, you will be seeing the rarest species of flowers and the surrounding that the valley has is perfect for photography.
Location = The trek starts from Govind Ghat
Timings = 9:00AM – 7:00PM
Charges = INR 6,000 onwards
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2. Trekking in Badrinath
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Neelkanth is a religious peak situated at a height of 6500 meters near the Alaknanda River. For mountain climbing you can contact the Mountaineering Foundation, the committee members will tell you about the charges and requirements.
The trek to Neelkanth starts from Charanpaduka and through the trekking trail you can see footprints of Lord Vishnu on a rock. The trek lasts about 4-5 hours and you will be climbing about a height of 4000 meters.
Location = Neelkanth, Badrinath
Best time to visit = May to October
Charges = Cost vary with prices
3. River rafting
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There is only one place in Badrinath where you can enjoy river rafting that is in Total Tons Tonnage river. The water in the river is crystal-clear and the whole place is surrounded by green landscapes. There will be a guide with you while rafting and all people will be provided with a life jacket for safety purposes.
Location = Total Tons Tonnage river
Timings = 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Charges = INR 500 onwards
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4. A holy dip in Vasudhara Falls
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The Vasundhara waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Badrinath and is visited by thousands of tourists. The water of Vasudhara waterfall falls from a height of 400 feet and forms a pool on base. People come here to take bath in the holy waterfall. You must visit Vasundhara waterfall for swimming.
Location = Vasudhara waterfall, Badrinath
Timings = 9:00AM – 7:00PM
Charges = Free
5. Picnic at Satopanth Lake
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Satopanth is a beautiful lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The lake is considered a sacred lake by locals because it is believed that the Lord Vishnu, Lord Brahma, and Lord Maheswar took bathe in this sacred lake. You must visit the lake not only for a dip in the hole lake but also for adventure activities.
Timings = 24 hours open
Charges = Free
6. Camping at Kalindi pass – The Glacial Traverse
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It is one of the best activities to enjoy the snow-covered mountains and here in Badrinath, the camping lasts for 10 days. To reach the camp area you need to trek through Kalindi pass at a height of 4500 meters. The trekking and camping here are not easy because of the height and cold climate, even professionals find the camping difficult.
Location = Kalinda pass
Timings = 9:00AM – 7:00PM
Charges = Charges vary with the packages
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7. Holy bath in Tapt Kund
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Tapt Kund is a hot water spring on the bank of Alaknanda River, the fact about the place is that the temperature of the water becomes 45 degree Celsius. According to legends, it is believed that the place was once home of Lord Agni. People often come here to take a dip in Tapt Kund to cure several ailments.
Location = Near Alaknanda River
Timings = 9:00AM – 7:00PM
Charges = Free
8. Dodital Hanumanchatti Trek
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Hanuman Chatti Trek is a perfect trek trail for beginners and experienced trekkers. While trekking in beginning you can see the beautiful river Bhagurathu and Ganga. The trek will take you to a height of 4450 meters height and at from such a great height, you can see Bandarpunch so close that you will feel you can touch it.
Best time to visit = May to October
Timings = 24*7 open
Charges = Hire a guide for better packages
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9. Tour of a village – Mana village
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Mana village is the last village of India because it lies near the border of Tibet and China. The village is situated at a height of 10,000 feet on the bank of the Alaknanda river. In mana village, you can see various scenic landscapes that are the perfect spots for picnic and photography. Tourists usually choose biking to explore the village and surroundings.
Location = Mana Village
Timings = 9:00AM – 7:00PM
Charges = Free
10. Watch the footprint of Lord Vishnu
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Charanpaduka is a name of rock that lies at a height of 3400 feet and can be reached by trekking. The place is famous because on the rock there are imprints that are believed to be of Lord Vishnu footprints. According to legends, the footprint was made when Lord Vishnu came to earth for the first time.
Timings = 24*7 open
Charges = Free
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Frequently Asked Questions?
A. Badrinath is the religious destination and offers many things for travelers like Temple visits, rafting, trekking is most popular in the mountains and many more.
A. The best time to visit Badrinath is in the summer season between May – June. Badrinath receives snowfall almost throughout the year, so visit the place during summer and monsoon season.