Tour of Munsiyari | Khaliyatop| Khaliya Peak | Birthi Fall | Pithoragarh | Uttarakhand | India

Описание: Munsiyari is a comely hamlet situated in the
Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand state , nestled in the snow capped peaks of the Himalayas Munsiyari offers splendid vistas of natural beauteousness. This scenic hill station is perched at an altitude of 2298mts (7200+ft) above sea level.
In local parlance, the name 'Munsiyari' refers to a 'place with snow'. Situated on the banks of Goriganga river, it is a fast-growing tourist destination, and mountaineers, glacier enthusiasts, high altitude trekkers and nature lovers commonly use it as their hub or base camp. Munsiyari also falls on the ancient salt route from Tibet and is at the entrance of the Johar Valley, which extends along the path of the Gori Ganga river to its source at the
Milam Glacier.

Why Visit Munsiyari?
It offers stunning views of snow capped higher Himalayan ranges. Panchachuli is a group of five peaks and is the star attraction at Munsiyari as they look like chimneys and are amongst the gorgeous treasure trove among the magnificent peaks of Nandadevi, Nandakot, Rajarambha and mountains of Nepal Himalayas. The Virgin environs of the valley offers breathe taking views of the surrounding mountain ranges.
Munsyari is famous for its picturesque beauty and trekking excursions and is popular with high altitude trekkers and adventure enthusiasts as this place is the base of Milam, Ralam and Namik Glaciers.
It was a previously a restricted area as it is wedged in between the borders of India, Tibet and Nepal but Munsiyari is now emerging as a popular trekking destination and the government of Uttarakhand is also promoting this little paradise of Kumaon.

Some of the more popular day trip destinations are
Khalia Peak (3747 meters / 12290 feet)
Mesar Kund (A Small Forest Pond in Sarmoli and Shankhdhura Villages)
Thamri Kund (Another pond on the Betuli Dhar ridge)
Betuli Dhar
Darkot Village
Dana Dhar Ridge
Sarmoli Village
Hotspings at Madkot and Sera
Gori Ganga River
Balati Farm
Tribal Heritage Museum (Run by Dr Sher Singh Pangtey)
Trekking Routes
The main trekking route is to Milam Village and Glacier
Milam Glacier : Munsiyari is the point from where the trek to Milam glacier commences :
Munsiyari (2200 m) to Lilam 12 km (P.W.D. Rest House)
Lilam (1810 m) to Bagudiyar 13 km -----
Bagudiyar (2450 m) to Rilkote 12 km -----
Rilkote (3350 m) to Burfu 9 km -----
Burfu (3450 m) to Milam 8 km (P.W.D. Rest House)
Milam (3500 m) to Milam Glacier 5 km
Total route 59 km
Ralam Glacier
Munsiyari to Lilam Patan Gaon 15 km
Patan Gaon to Sophiya Udiyar 15 km
Sophiya Udiyar to Ralam 15 km
Total Route 45 km

The Panchchuli peaks
The Panchchuli peaks are a group of five snow capped Himalayan peaks lying at the end of the eastern Kumaon region in the Pithoragarh district. The peaks have altitudes ranging from 6,334 m to 6,904 m. They form the watershed between the Gori and the Darmaganga valleys. Panchchuli is also located on the Gori Ganga-Lassar Yankti divide. The group lies 138 km from Pithoragarh.

Activities in Munsiyari
Trekking: Munsiyari is base camp of various long and short treks into the inner regions of Kumaon Himalayas. Trek to Milam Glacier, Namik Glacier and Ralam Glacier commences at Munsiyari. Mountaineers, avid trekkers and nature lovers flock at Munsiyari during the trekking season.
Village Tourism : Known for its pristine natural beauty, Munsiyari is a mesmerizing destination which is surrounded by snow covered Himalayan peaks. One can explore the beautiful village and learn about their customs and culture.
Bird Watching : The dense forests of pine, deodar and rhodenderon that surrounds Munsiyari is home to many resident as well as migratory aviary species like wagtail, raven, Himalayan griffon, falcon and serpent eagle to name a few.
Shopping in Munsiyari: You can buy some fantastic hand-woven carpets or Himalayan tree saplings from the markets of Munsiyari.