Located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, Chenap Valley is one of the hidden gems of Uttarakhand about which the only a handful of trekkers know about.
Perched at a height of 13,000 feet at the base of the Sona Shikhar peak, Chenap Valley offers mesmerizing views of the snow-clad peaks of Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot and Dronagiri with oak-deodar forests and meadows in the foreground.
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Chenap Valley and Meadows share a resemblance to The Valley of flowers trek, but still unexplored and less-visited trek. So if you like to explore new trails then Chenap valley will not disappoint you. Chenap valley is located about 28 kms from Joshimath town.
Chenap Valley is also written and pronounced as Chanap Valley, Chanap Bugyal, Chenap Bugyal.
Day 1: Delhi – Rishikesh (230 km/ 6 hours approx)
The trek starts with a morning drive from Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar. Check into the hotel. One can indulge in local sightseeing if time allows. The famed Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat is a must-see.
Day 2: Rishikesh – Joshimath (240 km/ 9 hours approx)
After having breakfast, we leave for Joshimath via Devprayag, where the holy confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda River give rise to the mighty Ganges. At dusk, we will reach Joshimath. Dinner and overnight stay will be at one of the Joshimath hotels.
Day 3: Joshimath - Vishnu Prayag (10 km by road) - Thaing Village (8 km trek)
Post breakfast we drive to Vishnu Prayag and after crossing the bridge at Vishnuprayag, start our 8km trek to Thaing Village.
Day 4: Thaing Village - Dhar Kharak (6 kms)
After having breakfast we start our trek towards Dhar Kharak or Baidwa Kahrak which will take us through the lush green forests and brooks. Lunch will be served on the way.
Day 5: Dhar Kharak - Chenap Meadow (4 km)
Today we start out trek from Dhar Kharak and end it at Chenap meadow. Lose yourself amidst 500 types of flowers. Overnight stay will be at the camp.
Day 6: Chenap Valley
Today is the day reserved for exploring the beautiful meadow. Go exploring. Overnight stay will be at camp.
Day 7: Chenap Valley – Thaing Village
After having breakfast, we trek down to Thaing village. Overnight stay will be in tents.
Day 8: Thaing Village - Vishnu Prayag - Joshimath - Srinagar (160km/5-6 hours)
We wake up early and after having breakfast, trek down to Vishnu Prayag and from there drive to Srinagar via Joshimath. Dinner and overnight stay will be in hotel in Srinagar.
Day 9: Srinagar – Rishikesh – Haridwar – Delhi
Post breakfast we drive to Delhi via Haridwar. By evening you will reach Delhi. Tour ends here.
Map for representation purpose only - not to scale.
Check out the Chenap Valley weather report for December
The minimun and maximum temperature in December in Chenap Valley is -2°C and 10°C respectively. The weather is generally chances of snowfall in December and you would feel chilling cold throughout the day. Heavy Woolen clothes are recommended for Chenap Valley in December.
Chenap Valley is famous among tourist as Trekking, Valley, Camping, Meadows.
Chenap Valley is recommended destination for Foreigners, Groups, Solo.
Chenap Valley is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Adventure, Camping, Meadows, OffBeat, Trekking.
