Why to choose Nelong Valley as your next travel destination?
The tempting cold desert of Nelong Valley is a treat to the wanderers as you can admire a 360-degree view the Tibetan Plateau along with the surreal unmatched landscape of the valley. Since Nelang valley was a former Indo-China trade route, you can find the relics of the old infrastructure such as the Gartang Galion wooden bridge and the Lal Devta temple. If lucky, you can also spot some of the endangered wildlife species such as the musk deer, snow leopard, Bharal or the Himalayan blue sheep.
Some Important Guidelines for Tourists
To visit the amicable Nelong Valley you need to take the permit from the sub-divisional magistrate and produce a fitness certificate proving that you are physically sound for the trip. As per the guidelines of the State Forest Department, personal vehicles are prohibited here and only 6 Forest Department vehicles, carrying four people each are allowed to enter inside the valley. As for now, only Indian tourists are allowed here.
Best Time to Visit Nelong Valley: The Nelong Valley remains open from May to November so you can plan your travel accordingly.
Location of Nelong Valley
Nelong Valley is perched at an average elevation of 11,009 feet above sea level and is located 45 km before the Indo-Tibetan border. It falls within the Gangotri National Park in Uttarkashi district and can be easily accessed from Dehradun. The Nelong Valley can be approached from Bhairon Ghati or Bhairav Ghati which is only 24 km from here and about 100 km from Uttarkashi town.
How to Reach Nelong Valley
By Road: Nelong valley is the best-kept secret of Uttarkashi district. This irresistible valley is situated near Harsil and is well connected by motorable roads to like Dehradun, Rishikesh and Haridwar. On reaching Bhairav Ghati, the Forest Department jeep will take you to Nelong Valley.
You can hire cab or take a shared vehicle in early morning from here and reach Bhairo Ghati that is few kilometres away from the Gangotri shrine. Then, hire forest department provided gypsies from Bhairo Ghati to Nelong Valley.
By Rail: The nearest railheads are in Rishikesh and Haridwar. Early morning, you can hire a taxi from Rishikesh railway station to Bhairav Ghati, located a few km away from Gangotri shrine.
By Air: Jolly Grant airport at Dehradun is the closest airport to Nelong Valley. Dehradun is roughly 315 km away from this valley. Taxis and bus services are available from this airport.
Note: Nelong valley is also known as Nelang Valley.
What is Nelong Valley famous for?
Nelong Valley is famous among tourist as Roadtrip, Sightseeing.
Nelong Valley is recommended destination for Foreigners, Groups, Solo.
Nelong Valley is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Adventure, Biking, Emerging Destinations.
