Uttarakhand is one of the most preferred destinations for trekkers because of the numerous mountain peaks that it carries within itself. Trekkers and adventure lovers from all parts of India visit this place and return back with a paradise tag embedded in their minds. We all know how sacred and religious this state is for the Hindus. Right from Rishikesh to Haridwar and Kedarnath to Badrinath, this place brings in a lot of religious people together. It also contains one of the very few religious treks in the country which is the Nag Tibba trek. The first part of its name defines Nag Devta and the second part of "Tibba" is a local word for hill or peak. The villagers, come here to offer their prayers to Snake God (Nagdevta) for the protection of their beloved animals. Nag Tibba Trek is also known as the trek to the serpent's peak. Situated at an altitude of approximately 10,000 feet from sea level it has a temple on the top accompanied by the Bandarpoonch ranges of the Great Indian Himalayas which looks spectacular and alluring. The topmost point of the Nag Tibba trek is considered to be the highest point in the Nag Tibba mountain range of the Garhwal Himalayas. From this point, you can get a 120-degree view of many snow-laden mountain ranges such as Srikantha, Swargrohini, Kala Nag, and Gangotri. Your eyes will also meet the glimpses of the elegant Doon valley, Kedarnath peak, and Changabang. Your heart will get drenched in the beauty that this peak will offer to your eyes.
Nag Tibba Trek Elevation
Nag Tibba trek height incorporates a maximum elevation of around 10,000 feet. The elevation above mean sea level is a little low compared to other treks. Nag Tibba trek demands around 2 days in order to complete the trek. It is one of the shortest Himalayan treks in the country. The most fascinating thing that draws the attention of tourists is the presence of snow almost throughout the trail. Nag Tibba Trek's difficulty level is actually considered to be low and hence it comes under the easy trek category. It is a perfect mix of easy and difficult trails.
Nag Tibba Trek Weather
Nag Tibba trek weather is quite pleasurable in the daytime but it tends to get worse by the night. The temperature in Nag Tibba Trek falls to a minimum of 5 to 6 centigrade while it revolves around 15 to 20 degrees centigrade during the daytime. Winters are chilly and summers are pleasant at this place. The best time to do Nag Tibba Trek is from November to March. You will get to walk on the blanket of snow which will be really amazing. Every time you will put your feet on the ground, you will be able to hear the sound of your shoes scratching the blanket of snow. Nag Tibba Trek is very famous when it comes to beginners. It provides a perfect weekend hike for the people living in or near New Delhi as it takes only two days and still assures a bucket full of adventure and thrill.
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For reaching Nag Tibba, first, you have to arrive at Dehradun which is the capital of Uttarakhand.
Dehradun is connected by roadways, railways, and airways. The roadways are well connected and the
landscapes are alluring throughout. The nearest railway station is the Dehradun railway station
which directly connects major cities of India like New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata
and many more. Most of the cities have premium train services like Shatabdi, Rajdhani, Duronto
which makes the journey faster and comfortable. The air network is also very good. You can get
daily flights from most of the cities in India. From Dehradun, we have to en route to a village
named Pantwari. A drive of Eighty-Five kilometers followed by Four kilometers of the trek will
advance you to the base camp where the trek actually starts. You will have to rest there for some
time to get well acclimatized of the conditions at such high altitudes. The topmost point of the
Nag Tibba trek is just over 7 kilometers from the Nag Tibba base camp. The total Nag Tibba Trek
distance is around 15 kilometers. You can find the Nag Tibba Trek Map and Nag Tibba Trek Images on
our site.
Trip Highlights
Easy and simple trek to start with.
It is snow-clad from the middle of December to the middle
of March. At this point in
time, the weather is very cold and the trek is difficult for the
rest of the
season. Life will come to a standstill witnessing the amazing landscapes
snow-clad
mountains all around you. An Ambient temperature exists during the rest of the
season
which brings in a lot of travelers and hikers from all over India.
Sunrise and sunset are jaw-dropping and really worth
watching. The fiery sun rays falling on
the peaks in the vicinity will leave you with a
complete surprise.
To escape from the monotony of chaos of life in cities,
head to the Nag TIbbaTrek. Whenever
you feel life is tough, make an attempt to climb this one
of the most beautiful mountain
peaks and shoutout to all your worries in life.
Itinerary Details
Pick up will be arranged from Dehradun Railway Station at around 6 AM in the morning. Then we will have a 4-hour uphill drive from Dehradun to Pantwari village located at a height of 4,642 feet. We have to cover a total distance of 85 km by road. The boulevard passes through Mussoorie which is also known as the queen of the hills followed by Kempty Falls. The last stop where you can find an ATM machine is Mussoorie. After this, you won’t find any source of cash outlet. The Yamuna river keeps trailing on the other side of the road till Nainbagh after which we turn on to the road that leads to Nag Tibba. We are supposed to reach Pantwari by 11 in the morning. After reaching Pantwari, a light breakfast is served and a little rest is taken until we start our journey to the main base camp. The hiking part starts after the end of the motorable road until which we will be taken by a vehicle. The trek begins on a well-cemented path until we cross the rocky trail. A stream water reservoir can be found just after 15 minutes of the inception of the trek. We need to fill our bottles here
You will witness a small village on cliffs that consists of a bunch of thatched-roofed small huts with terrace farmlands in the vicinity. If you are lucky enough to be there during the harvesting season, you will come across a palette of green and yellow shades all around you. The farmlands are very pleasant to the eyes. From here, you can see the Pantwari village lying below. You will have to cross the Goat village which is famous for an eco-tourism resort before making your way to the ridge that connects the Pantwari part of the hills with the Nag Tibba.
A few meters later, as you advance on the trail of the rocky mountain, you make an entry into a thick blanket of oak rhododendron and mark your way out of the ascent curve. The surrounding provides a picturesque beauty which you will certainly want to embrace. After this, we come across an isolated small hut stretched on the farmland which is supposed to act as our next landmark. From here, the main campsite is very close and it takes approximately 5 minutes of walk to reach there. The campsite is actually very beautiful with a forest in the background. You will find smoke-like clouds making its way from below just in front of the main campsite. This will certainly take you to a wonderland just like what you would have imagined in your dreams. Finally, you will reach the main Nag Tibba campsite. This will officially conclude the target of Day 1 but you will have loads of fun at our campsite. Delicious food will be awaiting you after you are done with proper rest and refreshment. We will make sure that you enjoy every second of this trip alongside the company of other members of the trip. It is advised to take a nice sleep because the next day we have to march on the top of the Nag Tibba peak which will demand activeness from your side.
The main objective of day 2 is to trek from the campsite to Nag Tibba Summit and then return back to Dehradun. The whole trek objective has a distance of about 11 km and it takes roughly 5 hours to complete the trek. We then drive you back to Dehradun by 6-7 PM. You can arrange your onward plans accordingly. The beginning of Day 2 should be as early as possible as we have a long day ahead of ourselves. It is very important to have a fresh start on the big day. We need to complete the breakfast and proceed to the trek by 5 am in the morning. The trail starts with a thick covering of the forest. You are introduced to the blanket of snow beneath yourself if you trek the Nag Tibba submit during the winter season. The blanket of snow makes it difficult to find the way to the summit because of the snow covering the whole surface. Making an advancement to the summit, you will come across two open patches of land in 20 to 30 minutes. You will find clearings by the fringes of the forest. After this, the trail becomes quite simple tending to a level walk with a very gentle wavelike motion. The third clearing introduces us to the famous Nag Tibba temple which marks the beginning of the Nag Tibba hill. You can witness the breathtaking peaks of Garhwal Himalayas on a clear sky day.
The trek advances into a forest having a steep inclination which is most probably hidden in snow during the winter season. This snow covering makes the trek challenging but at the same time assures you an amazing experience. Near the summit, there will be a turning which will lead to the ridge and then finally advances you to the dense flag covering marking the Nag Tibba summit. The spectacular view will make you feel like this was the staircase to heaven. Standing at an elevation of 10,000 feet and being surrounded by the elegant ranges of Gangotri, Kedarnath, and many other peaks will surely fill your heart will joy and delight. It will surely be worth the trouble you took to reach here. If the trek continues according to the planned schedule, you can sit back and spend some extra time at the summit amidst the beautiful ambiance. But if you are late, you need to make sure that you make the descent as early as possible because the weather at the summit gets worse by the evening. You can make the descent by the same trail you followed to ascend the top of the Nag Tibba summit.
Lunch will be served at the Temple campsite. You will reach back to Pantwari by sunset. A further 4-5 hours drive will take you back to Dehradun. This will mark the end of the whole Nag Tibba trek. From Dehradun, you can plan your further journey. If you have time, we would suggest having a tour of the beautiful city of Dehradun.
How To Reach
We can arrange a cab for you from the pickup point in Dehradun. For communications purposes, we will create a Whatsapp Group before the departure date of the trek and will share the details regarding the transportation. The drop at Dehradun after the trek will be arranged in a similar way.
How to reach Nag TIbba Trek (Pantwari) :
By Air
Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport to Dehradun and is easily accessible, it is just
25 km away from the city. Daily flights from New Delhi are available to this airport.
By Train
Dehradun railway station. Overnight trains that hail from Delhi are Nandadevi Express and
Dehradun Express. People often prefer railways over airways because with trains you get to
see the landscape in its full glory, it is also cheaper and you will definitely enjoy your
way till Dehradun.
By Road
Regular bus service is available from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate which plies government buses
that are safe and you can rely on them more than the private buses.
Inclusions
- To and Fro economy class air trave
- Travel by comfortable A/c or Non A/c coach / Vehicle as per the tour itinerary
- Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside
- Accommodation in comfortable and convenient hotels
- All Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (set menu) as mentioned in the itinerary
- All Tips – Guide, Driver & Restaurants
Exclusions
- Govt Tax of 5.00% over and above the Tour Cost mentioned
- Any applicable new taxes from Government
- Any upgradation in Airline class or hotel room category
- Any extra expense such as route change, Airline change, Date change, Accommodation facilities, etc incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable forced majeure circumstances during the tour
- Porterage (coolie charges), laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set group menu
- Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalisation, or any personal emergency