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Arpita Paul

5.0

A detox gateway from the honk of the city. The planning and finalization of the trip to Kaas through Thrilophillia was incredibly easy. Our Travel grou...

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Tushar Dubashi

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I badly needed a solo trip for my weekend and found this package online. Nice expperience and highly recommended.

Overview

Why one should visit Kaas Pathar ??

Kaas Pathar also known as Valley Of Flowers is situated on the high hills of Sahyadri range in western ghats, 22 kilometers from Satara City in Maharashtra state of India. It is known as Maharashtras valley of flowers. The area of plateau is approximately 1,000 hectare. The plateau is laden with wild flowers during the months of September and October. The whole plateau looks like a carpet in various colors. These flowers bloom on their own and stay for about 23 weeks (depending on the monsoon and other weather factors). It has been declared as Biodiversity World heritage site by The United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Its a unique place for flora researchers, nature lovers, and photographers.

Min number of people required to book:- 1

Itinerary

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    Day 1: Saturday Night

    10:00 pm Meet the team leader for the pickup from Dadar TT Circle

    10:30 pm Pickup from Diamond Gardens, Chembur

    11:00 pm Sec 17, Vashi (Below the flyover)

    11:45 pm Mcd Kalamboli

  • Day 2 - Sunday

    Day 2: Sunday

    06:00 am Reach Kaas Plateau

    06:30 am Breakfast & Introduction

    07:00 am Start the tour of Kaas, explore the area, enjoy clicking.

    (Time to capture memories.)

    01:00 pm Time to grab some food (Lunch Time)

    03:00 pm Start our return journey post-lunch

    10:00 pm Reach Mumbai.

Meal

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  • Vegetarian Only
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  • Breakfast
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  • Lunch
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  • Evening Tea

Transport

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  • Travel by a Non-ac bus 40 Seater from Dadar to Kaas Plateau Satara and back

Things To Carry

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  • Identity proof (must)
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  • Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.(optional)
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  • A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs) Compulsory
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  • Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
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  • Camera(Optional)
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  • A good trekking shoes, extra pair of floaters, extra clothes.
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  • A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has one's hands-free while trekking.
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  • Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
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  • Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
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  • Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

Advisory

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  • Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited
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  • Trek leader’s decision will be final and binding
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  • The tour providers reserve all right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without anyprior notice
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  • Proper footwear is essential for this trek as trekking with a weak shoe sole is bestavoided
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  • Telephonic confirmation is mandatory, if unable to contact. Send a text message
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  • Kindly refrain from wearing clothes that are revealing or too uncomfortable like saris.Wear comfortable clothes like track pants and t-shirts for the trek
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  • Please do not carry handbags or jholas or sling bags on treks
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  • Please avoid wearing Gold and other costly ornaments

Tour Type

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  • This is a group tour

Cancellation Policy

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  • If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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  • If cancellations are made within 0-30 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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  • Same Day cancellations are non refundable.
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  • In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain trips or activities may get cancelled. In such cases operator will try their best to provide an alternate feasible. However a cash refund will not be applicable for the same.
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  • Cancellations are strictly subjected to cancellation policies mentioned on the website & are irrespective of the date of booking.

Refund Policy

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  • No refund applicable on this package.

Booking Confirmation Policy

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  • The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
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  • In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
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  • Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

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    Story by Arpita Paul

     Rated : 5.0

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    A detox gateway from the honk of the city. The planning and finalization of the trip to Kaas through Thrilophillia was incredibly easy. Our Travel group made me feel so comfortable and fun frolicking through out the trip. From the beginning to end everything was on time and worry-free. I would highly recommend this to anyone interested in traveling to Kaas. Everyone will love this picturesque Kaas. The amount of fresh air and Vitamin D will keep people energetic for the rest of the week for sure. Although I am not so good at photography, I have attached some unedited pics taken from my Samsung A50 phone to spread the beauty across the World.

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    Story by Tushar Dubashi

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    I badly needed a solo trip for my weekend and found this package online. Nice expperience and highly recommended.

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    People Also Ask

    1. How do I get to Valley of Flowers Uttarakhand?

      You can get to Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand by airways, railways, and roadways. The closest airport to Valley of Flowers is located at Jolly Grant in Dehradun. The distance between this airport and the spot is around 295 kilometers. The closest railway station happens to be in Rishikesh, which is situated at a distance of nearly 276 kilometers from the spot. The closest place to reach in order to visit Valley of Flowers is Govind Ghat. This place is located at a distance of about 309.6 kilometers from Dehradun and 270.3 kilometers from Rishikesh and can be covered by road. Once you reach Govind Ghat, you can take a local taxi to reach Pulna. From here, you have to travel to Ghangaria, the base camp. You can reach here by trekking or by availing helicopter, pony, or palanquin service. From Ghangaria you need to cover an easy trek of around 3 kilometers to finally arrive at Valley of Flowers.

    2. Can we stay in the Valley of Flowers?

      No. Staying overnight in Valley of Flowers is legally forbidden. The visitors need to get back from the spot before 5 PM. The entry, as well as exit time is recorded at the check-post. This implies that the forest guards keep a track of the number of people entering and leaving the place. However, tourists can get good accommodation facilities in Ghangaria. You can easily get good rooms in decent hotels. However, luxury accommodation cannot be availed in the place.

    3. Which is the best time to visit Valley of Flowers?

      Although the Valley of Flowers remains open for visitors from June to September, yet the most recommended time to go there is July-August. During this time, the valley gets covered with the maximum species of flowers and looks amazingly beautiful.

    4. What is Valley of Flowers famous for?

      Valley of Flowers has achieved a lot of popularity all over the world for its breathtaking natural beauty, alpine flowers, and endangered animals. Enlisted as a national park in India, this valley has a total area of near about 87 sq. km. This huge area shelters a host of wild flora including Daisies, Orchids, Anemones, Poppies, and Calendulas, and fauna including Red Fox, Musk Deer, Tahr, Langurs, Snow Leopard, Himalayan Black Bear, Bharal, and Himalayan Brown Bear. The park is also known for its beautiful waterfalls and meadows.

    5. Is Valley of Flowers safe?

      Yes, Valley of Flowers is absolutely safe to visit. The locals are quite polite and accommodating. However, as the trek to the valley is a bit demanding, visitors traveling to the destination must be physically as well as mentally fit. It is also advisable for the visitors to check the route as well as the weather conditions of the place before heading towards their destination. Furthermore, carry all the trekking essentials such as water bottles and the right pair of shoes to be on the safer side at all times.

    6. Is Valley of Flowers Trek dangerous?

      No, the trek to Valley of Flowers is not at all dangerous. It is rather counted among the country’s safest treks. The trek is paved and defined properly for the comfort and convenience of the visitors. Moreover, the level of difficulty of the trek is not at all tough. However, consider wearing the right shoes and checking the condition of the weather before going to the location.

    7. How far is Valley of Flowers from Auli?

      Valley of Flowers is located at a distance of around 49 kilometers from Auli. Visitors from Auli can travel to the destination by bus or taxi.  

    8. Is Valley of Flowers Trek difficult?

      Not really. The difficulty level of the trek is easy to moderate and can be traversed by beginner to intermediate level trekkers.  You may find the trek to be a bit steep at certain places. However, that is not a big reason to worry as you can travel your way on the back of a pony.

    9. How far is Valley of Flowers from Rishikesh?

      Rishikesh is located at a distance of about 276 kilometers from the Valley of Flowers. The city also houses the closest railway station to this tourist destination. 

    10. How do you get to Valley of Flowers from Haridwar?

      Valley of Flowers is located at a distance of 295 kilometers from Haridwar. Visitors from this city can take a bus or taxi to reach Govind Ghat. From here, they can travel to Pulna Village by taking a local vehicle. Once they reach Pulna, they can easily trek or take a helicopter service to Ghangaria. From this spot, the visitors can traverse a 3 kilometers long, easy trek to reach the Valley of Flowers.

    11. How far is Valley of Flowers from Hemkund sahib?

      Valley of Flowers is located at a short distance of 5 kilometers from Hemkund Sahib. Tourists coming to Uttarakhand usually prefer visiting both places on the same day. 

    12. How do you get to Valley of Flowers from Kedarnath?

      Valley of Flowers is located at a distance of 53 kilometers from Kedarnath. Visitors from Kedarnath can first travel to Govind Ghat in a taxi. From here, they can travel to Pulna Village by local transport. Once they reach Pulna, they can head towards Ghangaria by trekking or hiring a helicopter service. From Ghangaria, visitors can trek all the way to arrive at Valley of Flowers.

    13. How do you trek to Valley of Flowers?

      Trekking to Valley of Flowers starts from Ghangaria, the base camp of the spot. The base camp is located at a distance of about 3 kilometers from the destination and can be covered in around 2 hours. The difficulty level of the trek from Ghangaria to Valley of Flowers is easy and can be traversed by inexperienced trekkers as well.  

    14. How long is Valley of Flowers Trek?

      The beautiful Valley of Flowers trek is around 47 kilometers long. The trek begins from the city of Haridwar in Uttarakhand.

    15. How do I get to Valley of Flowers by train?

      The closest railway station to Valley of Flowers is in Rishikesh. That being said, this city of Uttarakhand is well-connected to the major cities of India by railways. You can easily catch a train and get down at Rishikesh. From here, you can take a taxi or bus to reach Govind Ghat. Once you reach this place, you can travel to Pulna in local transport. From Pulna Village you can trek or take a helicopter service to Ghangaria. From here, you can trek to Valley of Flowers. 

    16. How can I go to the Valley of Flowers from Jaipur?

      Jaipur is located at a distance of near about 781 kilometers from the Valley of Flowers. Visitors from Pink City can travel to the spot by bus, train, or flight.

      By Bus: You can take a bus from Jaipur and travel to Haridwar. From here you can take a taxi or bus and reach Govind Ghat and then go to the Valley of Flowers by local transport.
      By Train: You can take a train from Jaipur and reach Rishikesh. From here you can take a taxi or bus and reach Govind Ghat and then go to the Valley of Flowers by local transport.
      By Flight: You can take a flight from Jaipur and reach Dehradun airport. From here you can take a taxi or bus and reach Govind Ghat and then go to the Valley of Flowers by local transport.

    17. What is the cost of the Valley of Flowers?

      The cost of Valley of Flowers trek starts from INR 2299 and visitors can avail a discount of 21%.  This pocket-friendly cost suits even tight budget trips and offer travelers a chance to explore the jaw-dropping beauty of the valley at the lowest expense. 

    18. Is August a good season to visit Valley of Flowers?

      August is counted among the best months to visit Valley of Flowers. During this month the valley looks colorful and fresh. It remains covered with an array of flowers of a variety of species. The sweet smell of the flowers adds a unique spell of magic into the air. The view is simply breathtaking and mesmerizing. It is suggested that you should visit the valley during the first half of the month of August as the valley starts changing its color from green to yellow in the second half. 

    19. Can Valley of Flowers Uttarakhand be visited in October?

      Valley of Flowers remains open for visitors only for four months – June, July, August, and September. The valley remains closed for the rest of the years as it gets covered with thick snow and becomes inaccessible. The glaciers start melting towards the last week of the month of June and gradually flowers start blooming on the valley. The valley looks its best during the months of July and August. During this time visitors can witness flowers of a variety of species and enjoy the true charm of Valley of Flowers.

    20. Can Senior Citizens visit Valley of Flowers?

      Yes, senior citizens can visit Valley of Flowers and enjoy trekking. However, it is important that they are doing regular physical exercises and maintaining good health. They should go for a medical checkup before their trip. In addition, they must be prepared for altitude sickness. Furthermore, they should not be suffering from asthma, hypertension, diabetes, and cardiac diseases. It is important to note that if and when they feel stressed or tired they can hire pony service to minimize the trekking distance.

    21. What types of shoes are appropriate for the trip to the Valley of Flowers?

      You should carry a pair of tough, waterproof shoes for your trip to the Valley of Flowers. Your shoes must offer a nice grip and good ankle support. It is suggested not to carry your old shoes as they can break in the course of trekking. That being said, you should also avoid carrying completely new shoes as they can cause blisters. You should make sure that you have already used your new pair of shoes for around fifteen days before carrying it for your trip to the Valley of Flowers.

    22. What is the minimum age required to visit Valley of Flowers?

      The minimum age of a child visiting the Valley of Flowers should be at least 5 years. Although there is no such restriction as far as the age factor is concerned, but trekking with an infant can be risky. Moreover, it is important that your child enjoys and remembers the trip. When visiting the valley with your child, make sure you carry basic medication, warm clothing, and other necessary accessories.

    23. How many days are required to visit the Valley of Flowers?

      Valley of Flowers is basically a visit of about 5 to 6 hours. So, people traveling here usually plan a trip of one day. The total number of days required to visit the place from other cities is around 6. People traveling to the destination from far off places or abroad need to plan a trip of 9 to 12 days.

    24. Does rain spoil trip to Valley of flowers?

      Not really. The rainy months of July and August are considered to be the perfect time to visit Valley of Flowers as the valley looks heavenly during this period. You can see maximum flowers blooming in the valley in the rainy season. However, it is important for you to check for landslides and heavy downpour before your visit.

    25. What are the things to carry for Valley of flowers?

      Some of the important things you should not forget to carry for your trip to Valley of Flowers include –

      -a thermal innerwear
      - waterproof jacket
      -a pair of waterproof trekking pants
      -a woolen cap
      -a pair of gloves
      -a pair of water-resistant trekking shoes
      -a lightweight towel
      -a raincoat
      -a torch.
      -You may also consider carrying your lip balm, sunscreen, and personal medication.

    26. How to prepare for Valley of flowers tour?

      In order to have an enjoyable, easy, and memorable trekking experience at Valley of Flowers, you need to prepare yourself properly for the tour by exercising daily and making yourself fit. In order to achieve this goal, start preparing yourself a month before your trip. In the first week, walk briskly for 10 minutes, then jog for 10 minutes, and finally wind up with a slow walk of 10 minutes. In the second week, walk briskly for 5 minutes, then jog for 15 minutes, and finally wind up with a slow walk of 5 minutes. In the third week, walk briskly for 5 minutes, then jog for 15 minutes, and finally wind up with a slow walk of 5 minutes. In the fourth week, walk briskly for 5 minutes and then jog for 25 minutes.

    27. What is the opening and closing timing of the Valley of flowers?

      Valley of Flowers is open for visitors all through the week from 8 AM to 5 PM. The visit duration can range from four to five hours. 

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