Govind Pashu Vihar Tour
Delhi - Mussoorie - Sankri - Taluka - Osla - Har Ki Dun - Dehradun - Delhi
Har-ki-Dun, situated at an elevation of 3566 meters is surrounded by glittering peaks and dense forests. The forests are rich in wild life and are a veritable paradise for bird-watchers and nature lovers.
This is good trek for all age groups and the valley is full of flora and fauna. One can spend time with herbs & shrubs for medicinal purpose. Also photography too has great area to snaps for variety of birds & nature. This is a holly place. Also it is a base of Swargarohini ht. 21000 ft. In our old Granth (books) it is mentioned that Pandava went to Swarg (Heaven) through this mountain. This is a place where you can find Trees of Bhojpatra flower Bramhakamal. Swargarohini and Jaundar Glacier is at south-east of Har-Ki-dun. Towards west you can see Bandar Punch. Duryodhan is a God of few community here, you can find temple of Duryodhan. People survive on farming Rice, Rajma, and Charas. They use wood of Deodar tree for their house. You can find many people using Hukka for smoking. One can smell of pine while having Hukka. Also because of popularity of this area for trekking Portrays is another way to earn for locals here. They generally work under the Kedar.
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi airport met our representative and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 02: Delhi - Mussoorie (300 kms/7-8 hrs)
In the morning after breakfast drive to Mussoorie. Upon arrival at Mussoorie check in to hotel. Evening free to explore the beauty of Hill Queen (Mussoorie) later enjoy a walk on Mall Road. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Mussoorie - Sankri (166 kms/ 5-6 hrs)
In the morning after breakfast drive to Sankri by Toyota Qualis. Sankri, a small hamlet nestled in the laps of nature via Mussoorie, Kempty falls, Purola and Mori. This is starting point of our trek. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
Day 04: Sankri - Taluka (1900 m/6232 ft) 14 kms/4-5 hrs
In the morning after breakfast we will start our trek to Taluka, is located at the 1900Mtrs. Next to the Har-Ki-Doon River amidst beautiful forest. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
Day 05: Taluka - Osla (2560 m / 8400 ft) (13 kms/6-7 hrs)
The day starts with the gentle trail towards Osla. Today's trek is through beautiful forests of Chestnut, Walnut and Willows. A gradual ascent brings us to the picturesque Osla village along the swift rivulet. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
Day 06: Osla - Har - Ki Dun (3566 m / 11700 ft) (12 kms/6-7 hrs)
Morning after breakfast trek to Har Ki Dun. Initially the trek goes past some fields of beans & rice and also some isolated villages, where the life style is same as old, and the untouched one. The dress worn by the people is traditional. Their cheerful ness and innocence combined with their simple way of life make them very appealing. A common scene in the evenings is that of ruddy cheeked village belles returning home, carrying on their backs huge loads of pine needles & cones to be used as fuel. The trail steadily ascends the side of the ridge across the river and then veers left to the Har Ki Dun valley. Dense forests at this part give way to the meadows that are scattered with flowers and flowering herbs. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
Day 07: Har-Ki-Dun
The day is for rest/ acclimatization /exploration. On this day everyone does his own thing. One can go on an exploratory trek in the valley, capture some magnificent views on the camera, or just chill at the campsite. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
Day 08: Har Ki Dun - Osla
Morning after breakfast trek back to Osla with pack lunch. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
Day 09: Osla - Taluka (13 kms/3-4 hrs) - Dehradun (215 Kms, 7-8 hrs)
After early breakfast trek for about 3-4 hours to reach Taluka and from here drive back to Dehradun. Upon arrival at Dehradun transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 10: Dehradun - Delhi
After breakfast drive to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi transfer to hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 11: Delhi
In the morning after breakfast take a guided sight seeing tour of Old & New Delhi covering Red Fort, Raj Ghat, India Gate, President House, Humaun Tomb, Lotus Temple etc. dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.
Tour and Services Ends.
Animal Spotting Tips
If you're serious about observing wildlife there are a few things you can do to enhance your experience and bring you even closer to nature.
1) Once you've planned your trip, visit your local bookshop, library or go on the internet to find a wildlife guide for the area you intend visiting. This will give you the best idea of the kinds of plants and animals you can expect to see.
2) Always take services of a local and experienced naturalist/guide who knows the area better. There is nothing better than local knowledge when it comes to spotting wildlife.
3) Wild animals have their distinct daily and seasonal patterns of activities. a baisc knowledge of these patterns increases one's chances of seeing them. The frequency of wildlife sightings in national parks and reserves varies, depending on the time of year.In India the best times are from February to May,during these months the trees are often bare, so visibility is considerably improved. Since there is also a general scarcity of water, the animals concentrate near sources of water.
4) Many animals have an amazingly alert sense of sight which helps them survive in the wild. To get close takes a great degree of patience and time but you can increase your chances by wearing natural or neutral colours that blend into your surroundings. Keep your movements to a minimum and when you do move, do it slowly and quietly.
5) Animals are very wary of the human voice. So, in order to get close to them, absolute silence is essential. Walk softly and watch where you're placing your feet so as not to snap branches or twigs or create other noise as you make your approach. Even if you have to take a less direct route, avoid walking through dense undergrowth as the animal is more likely to hear you and run away. Avoid carrying any metal objects in your pockets which will make noise. This includes things like car keys and loose change.
6 ) A highly attuned sense of smell is one of the key aspects for many species of wildlife to detect where food is or, indeed, even prey. It is, for many, the most important of their senses in their battle for survival. Don't wear any aftershave or perfume and avoid scented soaps and deodorants. There are plenty of environmentally friendly non-scented soaps and toiletries on the market from specialist camping stores. Although you may baulk at this suggestion, wear your clothes for several days if you're really serious about wildlife spotting. The more you wear your clothes outdoors, the more the fabrics will absorb natural outdoors scents and smells. Always be aware of the wind direction and make sure that the direction in which you approach an animal is where the wind is blowing towards you. If it's blowing away from you, animals can detect your scent from many hundreds of yards away.
7) It shouldn't be important to get too close up to an animal to enjoy the experience and, in some instances, if you do get too near, it can even be dangerous and sometimes life-threatening. Binoculars can keep you at a safe distance from your quarry and means they are less likely to run away. Also, binoculars are the only way to view nesting birds or other forms of young wildlife. You should never get too close to a burrow, a nest or animals out and about with their young.
A magnifying glass will also come in handy if you're interested in examining insects and smaller wildlife alongside plants, flowers etc.
Following these tips and advice will ensure that your experience will be heightened as you marvel at all the wildlife and nature you've witnessed.
Govind Pashu Vihar (Tour Highlight)
| City | Tour Highlight |
| Mussoorie | Mall Road, Mussoorie Lake, |
| Sankri | A Large village of Garhwal, forest of Oak, pine, Cedar. |
| Taluka | Majestic view of the Himalayan area. |
| Osla | A beautiful village of Garhwal, waterfall, local culture of Garhwal. |
| Har Ki Dun | Meadows point, view of Swargarohini, Black Peak, View of Bandarpunch Peak. |
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