Nag Tibba Trekking Guide
It is one of the best weekend treks that can be commenced by the beginners as well as experienced trekkers. A small temple is enshrined atop the hill, from where one can have a panoramic view of the entire Banderpunch ranges of the Great Indian Himalayas towards the Yamunotri side.
Nagtibba is a perfect place for camping during spring and summers and one of the most suitable trek for winters, when most of the treks are closed due to heavy snow. Due to its easy access it is one of most popular weekend treks in India.
Why Visit Nag Tibba Trek?
Nag Tibba is located at an altitude of 3025 mts and attracts thousands of tourists every year. Nagtibba offers majestic scenic beauty and a good trek for adventure lovers. Nag Tibba experience a salubrious weather throughout the year and is one of the best places to camp.
This comforting Nag Tibba trek offers spellbinding views of the massif peaks of Banderpunch, Swargarohini, Srikanth, Gangotri group of peaks, Black Peak, Kedarnath peak in the north, Doon Valley and the snow-shrouded peaks of Chanabang.
The Nag Tibba trek route is a circular trek, at some places, you’ll see a completely contrasting landscape having the dense mixed forests of Oak, Rhododendrons, Cedar and Alpine. The trekkers can camp, indulge in bird watching and savour the beauty of the meandering meadows and thick jungles.
- Weekend Trek: It is an Ideal weekend trek from Delhi and Dehradun. It is a trekking destination which could be done in 2-3 days starting from Delhi.
- Easy and Short Trek: It is one of the easiest trek and best suitable for beginners.
- Complete Trek: Offers jungle trail, Himalayan views, Meadows, waterfalls, snow during winter
- Safety: One of the safest trek, as being close to Mussoorie and Dehradun, with no rivers for floods or does not have any history of landslides.
Nag Tibba Trekking Routes
There are 3 trekking routes which are used to reach the summit of Nag Tibba. The details of the trek route is given below.
Trek Route 1: From Devalsari Village (13 kms)
The trek to Nag Tibba starts from Devalsari (13 kms) where one can stay Foresh Guest House by taking permission from the Mussoorie Forest Office. You can trek further for 3 kms to Nag tibba top which offers a breathtaking view of the Himalayas. The route goes through the thick deodar forest and reaches to the remote place with almost no habitation.
Trek Route 2: From Panthwari Village (8 Kms)
This is the most used route for trekkers to reach Nag Tibba base camp and summit. Pantwari village is 50 Kms by road from Mussoorie and 85 Kms from Dehradun. It is one the shortest route to reach Nag Tibba (just 8 Kms) from Panthwari village. Though the route is is little complicated and requires a guide.
Trek route 3: From Aunter (via Thatyur)
The motorable route via Thatyur goes all the way up near bridle path near Aunter. From here you walk up to the ridge top to Aunter, from here the route is quite straight with few slopes.
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Best Suggested Nag Tibba Trek Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun to Pantwari village drive and trek to Nag Tibba Temple
Day 2: Nag Tibba Temple to Nag Tibba top and return to Nag tibba base camp.
Day 3: Trek down to Pantwari Village and drive to Dehradun.
Staying in Nag Tibba
Nag Tibba peak doesn’t have any accommodation options and trekkers have to camp at Nag Tibba Base Camp to stay the night. Travelers usually bring their own camping equipments or are supplied by the trek operators. One can find few budget guesthouses at Devalsari or Pantwari depending on which trek route is taken.
However there is one Forest Rest House at the base camp of Nag Tibba Trek, one can stay over there by taking permission from Mussoorie Forest Office. The forest building is a four-way intersection with - a trail to Pantwari, another to Taal and on to Deolsari village, the third to Jhandi Top and the fourth to Digon Thatch.
Nag Tibba Food Guide
There is no food stall or even a tea stall at this elevation. Trekkers usually bring their own food supplies. If you are trekking with a group, it is advisable to find a local cook to travel with you so he can prepare meal for you when you halt and set up camp for the night. Also, carry some packaged food with you as a light snack for the route.
Mythology about Nag Tibba
The first name Nag refers to 'snake' and Tibba refers to 'hill or peak' in the local language. According to the religious beliefs of the local populace, Nag Tibba is the abode of ‘Nag Devta’, a Hindu mythological character that is worshiped by the devotees. Local villagers come here to offer their prayers to the Nag Devta for the protection of their cattle.
Nag Tibba Weather
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Nag Tibba Weather in December
The minimun and maximum temperature in December in Nag Tibba is -3°C and 6°C respectively. The weather is generally chances of snowfall in December and you would feel chilling cold throughout the day. Heavy Woolen clothes are recommended for Nag Tibba in December.
What is Nag Tibba famous for?
Nag Tibba is famous among tourist as Trekking, Hiking, Weekend Trek, Easy Trek, Garhwal Trek, Beginners Trekking, Camping, Winter Trek.
Nag Tibba is recommended destination for Corporates, Couples, Family and Kids, Foreigners, Groups, Solo.
Nag Tibba is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Adventure, Camping, Christmas and New Year, Emerging Destinations, Hiking, Meadows, Trekking, Weekend Getaway, Winter Treks.