Munsiyari - Little Kashmir of Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand









Nov
20

8 Days 7 Nights
@TravelMite
in Uttarakhand
Munsiyari - Little Kashmir of Uttarakhand
Day-by-day plan, stays and inclusions
A Delhi-to-Delhi road trip to Munsiyari, the 'Mini Kashmir' of Kumaon in Uttarakhand. On the way the group stops at Kainchi Dham and spends a night at Kasar Devi, then heads up to Munsiyari and the Khaliya Top trek.
It mixes a high-altitude trek with two well-known spiritual stops, and the views take in the Panchachuli peaks. Stays are simple and handpicked, with local food and crisp mountain air. Travel is in an AC coach or Tempo Traveller with mountain pit stops along the way.
- Halt at Kainchi Dham, the ashram of Neem Karoli Baba
- Kasar Devi, known for its geomagnetic vibrations
- Birthi Falls, a 125 m cascade at the edge of the Munsiyari valley
- Trek to Khaliya Top (11,500 ft) for views of Nanda Devi and Panchachuli
- Zero Point and a sunrise before the drive home
Difficulty: Easy Moderate · Age: 10+ years
Itinerary
Travel: Private Vehicle
- Time: 09:00 PM (Tentative)
- Route: Delhi to Almora (Overnight Journey)
- The Vibe: Assemble with your fellow travelers. Load your bags, grab your seats and let the playlist take over as we leave the plains of Delhi for the winding roads of the Himalayas.
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Travel: Private Vehicle
Morning: Reach the pine-scented ridges of Almora/Kasar Devi. Check into our cozy stay and freshen up with a traditional mountain breakfast.
Afternoon: Visit the world-renowned Kasar Devi Temple. Feel the unique geomagnetic energy (one of only three such spots on Earth!). Spend some quiet time meditating or simply soaking in the 180-degree Himalayan views.
Evening: Explore the local Hippie Hill cafes or take a nature walk through the cedar forests.
Night: Bonfire, dinner, and overnight stay at Kasar Devi.
Hotel
Dinner
Travel: Multiple Modes
Wake up early in the morning as today is your munsiyari exploration day.
Early Breakfast
Today you will have 2 options to explore,
- Go for a trek to Khaliya top (9 kms one side) and witness the enchanting view of the great Panchachuli Peak
- Explore Thamri Kund and Mesar Kund, you can hire a local taxi for this as local vehicles are allowed to go.
Return to your rooms by the evening,
Dinner will be served and overnight stay in the hotel.
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
Travel: Private Vehicle
Balati Bend – Khaliya Top – Zero Point – Overnighter
Wake up to the clouds, sleep under the galaxy.
- The Ascent Begins: Post a hearty mountain breakfast, we drive to Balati Bend, the gateway to the wilderness. From here, our trek starts through dense Oak and Rhododendron forests.
- Reaching the Ridge: We trek up to Khaliya Top (11,500 ft). Forget luxury hotels; today we check into our Rustic Forest Huts/Alpine Tents. Drop your bags, breathe in the thin, crisp air, and let the silence of the mountains sink in.
- The Ultimate Viewpoint (Zero Point): For the restless souls, we push further to Zero Point. This is the highest vantage point in the region. Prepare to be humbled by the unmatched, towering views of Panchachuli, Nanda Kot, and Rajrambha. It feels like you can literally touch the peaks!
- The Golden Hour: Trek back to our campsite just in time for the Sunset. Watch the Himalayan giants turn from gold to fiery orange.
- Night Under the Stars: As the temperature drops, we gather for a warm, soul-satisfying dinner. The night ends with a million stars above us, an astronomical experience you won't find in any city.
Overnight Stay: Forest Huts / Tents at Khaliya Top.
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
Travel: Private Vehicle
Khaliya Top – Munsiyari – Delhi (The Final Descent)
“Wake up to the Himalayas, take them home with you.”
- The Magic Hour: Open your tent/hut to the first light of the sun hitting the snow-capped giants. Watch Panchachuli, Nanda Kot, and Rajrambha turn from silver to a brilliant, fiery gold. This is the moment you came for—the ultimate Himalayan sunrise.
- Breakfast with a View: Enjoy one last hot mountain breakfast at 11,500 ft before we begin our descent.
- The Trek Down: We trek back to Balati Bend. It’s a downhill walk, perfect for reflecting on the memories made over the last 3 nights.
- The Long Drive Back: We board our vehicle from Munsiyari and start the journey toward the plains. As the high peaks fade into the rearview mirror, the TravelMite Tribe vibes continue with music, stories, and a farewell dinner on the way.
- Arrival in Delhi: The following day.
Tents / huts
Breakfast
Reach Delhi by 05:00 AM, just in time for the start of the week, but with a soul completely recharged.
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Accommodation
Hotel
Nov
21
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Sunday, Nov 22
Kasar Devi
Hotel
Nov
22
Sunday, Nov 22
Monday, Nov 23
Munsiyari
Tents / huts
Nov
23
Monday, Nov 23
Tuesday, Nov 24
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