Namik Glacier Trek
Namik Glacier Trek is one of the least trekked areas in the Kumaon Himalayas and yet one of the most picturesque. Here you are in the heart of the Himalayan wilderness surrounded by the biggest peaks - Nanda Devi (7848 m), Nanda Kot (6861 m), and Trishul (7120 m). The trail passes through pristine villages with strong local culture and ancient temples.
These villages are rich in heritage from the Indo- Tibetan trade route and particularly the two villages of Gogina and Namik. At time we stay we the local people in their homes. The trail generally follows the Ramganga river through deep forests and rolling meadows with eternal Himalayas in constant view.
Itinerary (Namik Glacier Trek):
Grade: Moderate
Time: Summer
Duration: 11 days
Average Walking time: 5-6 hours per day
Day 1 (New Delhi, India):
Arrive New Delhi. Meet Himalayan Trekker representative. Namik Glacier Trek Starts. New Delhi to Kathgodam. Overnight journey in train.
Day 2 (Kathgodam - Chaukori, 2010 M):
On second day, we drive through the Kumaon countryside including the Almora township. Our destination Chaukori is famous for the tea gardens and splendid views of the snow covered Himalayas. A good halt for acclimatization. Overnight in Chaukori.
Day 3 (Chaukori - Munsiyari, 2290 M):
We drive up the fantastic valley leading to Munsiyari with the famous Birthi waterfall and various picturesque villages. The feeling of having moved away from civilization truly begins. The quaint Munsiyari town with the rolling meadows, small town and with spectacular views of the Panchchuli range is considered by many as one of the most beautiful spots in Kumaon. Overnight in tents.
Day 4 (Senargad - Dhaldauk):
We trek for 11 km. This is an easy walk through a rarely trekked route, a popular trail with the shepherds and commands even more picturesque views of the Panchchuli hills. Overnight in tents.
Day 5 (Dhaldauk - Sudamkan):
On day 5 of Milam Glacier Trek, we trek for 7 km and enroute we see various peaks that loom up in front to the meadows of Sudamkhan. The views from here are unforgettable. Overnight in tents on the meadows.
Day 6 (Sudamkan - Hirmani Glacier):
Trek 9 km to the edge of the fantastic environs of Hiramani Glacier. Overnight in tents on the margins of Hirmani Glacier.
Day 7 (Hirmani Glacier - Namik Glacier - Sudamkhan):
Trek 14 km to the Namik glacier in the morning with Nanda kot really close and then return back to Sudamkhan.
Day 8 (Sudamkhan - Namik):
Next day, we trek down to the Bhotia village. Namik was one of the centers in the region for the Indo-Tibetan trade route. The houses have lots of woodcarvings and traditional structures. We would be staying in one of the village houses for the night.
Day 9 (Namik - Gogina):
We trek for 6 km to reach Gogina that is in the heart of Ramganga Valley at the foot of Nanda kot with traditional houses. There is an overhanging glacier opposite the village. At the meadows we are likely to meet shepherds also. A visit to the Kimu village is also possible.
Day 10 (Gogina - Liti):
A simple 19 km descent to the Ramganga valley to the road head at Liti. Overnight in Liti.
Day 11 (Liti - Bageshwar - Kathgodam):
Drive back starting early to reach Kathgodam by the evening to catch the overnight train to Delhi from Kathgodam in the evening. Arrive in Delhi early morning the next day. Namik Glacier Trek concludes.
