Best Activities & Tourist Places To Visit in Joshimath

Joshimath is located in Uttarakhand and favorite for every tourist. It is popularly known as Jyotirmath is a hill town and there are many pilgrim places in town that are visited by thousands of devotees. In winter season the place looks like heaven and it is also believed that the place was home of Lord Badri. There are many trekking trails and other adventure sports for tourists to enjoy. In this blog, I am going to share with you a list of Famous Places and Things to do in Joshimath.

Things To Do & Visiting Places for Travellers in Joshimath

• Nanda Devi National Park
• Kalpavriksha 
• Govind Ghat 
• Narsingh Temple
• Tapovan
• Vishnu Prayag 
• Ghangaria village
• Valley of flowers 
• Ropeway in Joshimath
• Bagini Glacier trek 
• Kuari pass snow trek

1. Nanda Devi National Park

This is situated at the second highest peak in India. At the park, you can see some of the rarest flora and fauna. In 1982 the park was declared UNESCO world heritage site to protect the region. At the park, you can see varied species of mammals, birds, plants, and butterflies. Tourists can visit the park from May to October because the place remains closed for six months in a year.  

Apart from beautiful sightseeing, you can also do trekking at the park. The trek is considered as one of the challenging treks in the world. Tourists are accompanied by professional instructors for safety reasons.    

Visiting hours = 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Best time to visit = May to October 

Trip Duration = Around 3 hours

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2. Kalpavriksha 

Kalparvriksha is the name of a famous tree in Joshimath and it is believed that the tree is around 1200 years old. According to history and legends, Lord Shiva was worshipped at this tree by Lord Shankaracharya. A temple is built under the tree that is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Fun fact about the temple is that the tree is evergreen, and it had never shed a leaf to date. To reach the tree you need to climb through terrain which is quite challenging.   

Visiting hours = 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Entry fee = Free 

Trip Duration = Around 1-2 Hour

3. Ropeway in Joshimath

In a ropeway ride, you can sit in a cabin and enjoy the aerial view of the town. A cable is attached between two points one at elevation and another point at a slightly declining position. The cabin serves as a transport and takes people from one point to another. The service of the ropeway is open in the summer season only.  

Visiting Timings = 8:00AM – 6:00PM

Entry fee = INR 500

Trip Duration = Around 1Hour

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4. Narsingh Temple

This beautiful temple is dedicated to Lord Narsingh who was the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Inside the temple, you can see the idols of Lord Narsingh and Lord Vishnu. Visit the temple before sunset to see the real beauty of surrounding the temple. The temple is situated in a residential area so you can even interact with locals. 

Visit timings = 6:00AM – 6:00PM  

Charges = Free

Ideal Duration = Less than 1 hour 

5. Tapovan

This is one of the most visited places in Joshimath and the place is famous for its springs. The fact about the place is that the water of Tapovan has medicinal properties and take bathe in it to cure skin diseases. Springs in Tapovan are hot and can reach up to 100 degrees Celsius. Around the hot spring, you can see villages and lush green landscapes that increase the beauty of the place.       

Visiting hours = 8:00AM – 7:00PM

Charges = Free

Trip Duration = Around 2-3 Hours 

6. Vishnu Prayag

This is a beautiful village that is home to many ashrams, temples, rivers and beautiful landscapes. Many religious people come here to see temples, one of the temples is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and it is believed that the Lord Vishnu visited this place. The major attraction of this beautiful town is Hanuman Chatti, Vishnu Kund, and Vishnu Prayag temple. 

The best thing you can do at this place is trekking and river rafting that is organized by many private business owners. There are many restaurants and hotels for tourists to stay near majestic snow-covered hills.

Visiting hours = 24*7 open

Trip Duration = Around 4-5 hours

Entry Fee = Free

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7. Ghangaria village

This place is like a dream place because of its magnificent beauty. The landscape of the village is a must-see and to see the true beauty of the place you must visit the Ghangaria village from May to September. In September the becomes cold and in night you might need woolen clothes. The aura of place will take your excitement on a whole new level. In Ghangaria there are many restaurants and hotels for tourists. At this village, the best thing you can do is trekking that can be done by hiring a guide for comfort and safety. 

Visiting hours = 9:00AM – 4:00PM

Entry fee = Free  

Trip Duration = Around 3 hours 

8. Valley of flowers

There are a variety of flowers and many species of faunas. Valley of flowers is an awesome place to visit in Uttarakhand for nature lovers. The valley is surrounded by snow-covered hills and that what makes the place perfect for trekkers. If you camp here in the valley you can see views of the colorful environment. The best part of the place is that on camping you will wake up with birds chirping.

Visiting hours = 10:00AM – 4:00PM

Trip Duration = Around 1 hour

Entry Fee = Free

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9. Govind Ghat

This ghat is located in the Chamoli district near the Alaknanda river. The place is a perfect spot for religious and adventure lovers. Many trekking trails start from this place and leads to Hemkund Sahib. For religious people, there are many temples to visit such as the Sikh shrine of Hemkund Sahib and thousands of devotees come here. At Govind Ghat you can enjoy a variety of dishes but only vegetarian because Govind Ghat is a religious place.     

Visiting hours = 8:00AM to 6:00PM

Entry fee = Free

Trip Duration = Around 1 day 

10. Bagini Glacier Trek 

This trek is famous among tourists because trek takes you through the scenic atmosphere, rare species of flowers and crystal-clear water bodies. A guide will take you through the trek and fulfills your requirements. Water and food are available near the starting point of the trek and you can pack your food from there. There are also several guest houses near the Glacier trek where you can stay at reasonable prices.       

Visiting hours = 24*7 open

Entry Fee = INR 2000 onwards 

Trip Duration = Complete package lasts about 8 days

11. Kuari pass snow trek

The trek to Kuari pass is perfect for beginners because of easy tracks and on trekking, you will see lush green forests. When you get to the top of the peak you can witness the beauty of snow-capped peaks. You can hire a guide to start trekking for a safe and easy journey. There are several options for trekking you can choose from and select the number of days.

Visiting hours = 24*7 open

Charges = INR 1000 onwards 

Trip Duration = Around 6 days

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