Nanda Devi (Hindi: नन्दा देवी पर्वत) is the second highest mountain in India and the highest entirely within the country …
Currently, Nanda Devi forms the core of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve (which includes Nanda Devi National Park), declared by the Indian government in 1982. In 1988, Nanda Devi National Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site …
So far I’m liking the Milam Glacier & Nandi Devi trek (as described in Lonely Planet) with possible 3 day sidetrip to East Base Camp.
If things worked out perfectly, I’d take the challenging alternative route back via the Ralam Dhura.
Biggest logistical challenge is getting to the trailhead at Munsyari. It’s about 12 hours by bus to Bageshwar. And 3 hours from there to Almora.
It’s one of the most expensive places in the Himalaya to hire help, as well.
MIGHT be a good idea to sign on with a trekking group for Nandi Devi, I’m thinking.
Leave a comment if you’ve been there. 🙂
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