Joshimath: Base Town for 3 Himalayan Treks
2026 batches · 3 treks · live dates & prices
Joshimath (1,890 m / 6,200 ft) is the mountain town below Auli and the base for Pangarchulla Peak and the Valley of Flowers; Kuari Pass starts from Pipalkoti, an hour before it on the same road.
3 treks from Joshimath
Looking for treks from Joshimath? Trekkaro runs 3 Himalayan treks from Joshimath in Uttarakhand, priced from ₹7,500 to ₹11,433. The easiest is the Kuari Pass Trek (easy to moderate, 6 days); the longest is the Pangarchulla Peak Trek at 7 days. Each price covers stay, meals, permits and NIM-certified trek leaders, and 2 of these treks include free trekking shoes, a jacket and poles. Pick a trek below for live batch dates, or see the departure list further down.
Live prices and the next departure for each trek. Tap a trek for the full itinerary, dates and booking.
Easy–Moderate
Easy–ModerateUpcoming departures
| Trek | Dates | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pangarchulla Peak Trek | 17 Oct – 23 Oct 2026 Dussehra | ₹11,433 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 17 Oct – 22 Oct 2026 Dussehra | ₹9,400 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 18 Oct – 23 Oct 2026 Dussehra | ₹9,400 | Available |
| Pangarchulla Peak Trek | 19 Oct – 25 Oct 2026 Dussehra | ₹11,433 | Available |
| Pangarchulla Peak Trek | 24 Oct – 30 Oct 2026 | ₹11,433 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 24 Oct – 29 Oct 2026 | ₹9,400 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 25 Oct – 30 Oct 2026 | ₹9,400 | Available |
| Pangarchulla Peak Trek | 31 Oct – 6 Nov 2026 | ₹11,433 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 31 Oct – 5 Nov 2026 | ₹9,400 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 1 Nov – 6 Nov 2026 | ₹9,400 | Available |
| Pangarchulla Peak Trek | 7 Nov – 13 Nov 2026 Diwali | ₹11,433 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 7 Nov – 12 Nov 2026 Diwali | ₹9,400 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 8 Nov – 13 Nov 2026 Diwali | ₹9,400 | Available |
| Pangarchulla Peak Trek | 14 Nov – 20 Nov 2026 | ₹11,433 | Available |
| Kuari Pass Trek | 14 Nov – 19 Nov 2026 | ₹9,400 | Available |
Trekking from Joshimath: what to expect
Joshimath lies on the Badrinath highway in Chamoli district, about 250–255 km and 8–10 hours from Rishikesh along the Alaknanda via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag and Chamoli. Trekkaro groups meet in Rishikesh in the morning and share a cab; the fare is split among the trekkers and confirmed by the trek coordinator (about ₹7,500 per vehicle to Joshimath for the Valley of Flowers). The town has hotels, shops, a hospital and ATMs that can run out of cash, so withdraw in Rishikesh; the mobile network is good in town and patchy to absent on the trails. Pangarchulla starts with a short drive to Tugasi and climbs past Gulling and Khullara; the Valley of Flowers continues by road to Govindghat and on foot to Ghangaria; Kuari Pass is based at Pipalkoti (1,883 m), 215 km from Rishikesh, and walks in from Dhak.
Frequently asked questions
Which treks can I do from Joshimath with Trekkaro?
Trekkaro runs 3 treks from Joshimath: Kuari Pass Trek, Pangarchulla Peak Trek, Valley of Flowers Trek. Free trekking gear is included with each booking.
What is the cheapest trek from Joshimath, and what does it cost?
Valley of Flowers Trek at ₹7,500 per person for 6 Days, with free Decathlon trekking shoes, a -10°C jacket, poles and gaiters.
Which is the easiest trek from Joshimath for a first-time trekker?
Kuari Pass Trek, graded easy-moderate. It is a good choice for first-time trekkers.
How do I reach Joshimath from Rishikesh or Delhi?
Reach Rishikesh the night before by train to Haridwar or bus from Delhi. Trekkaro meets the group in Rishikesh in the morning and arranges a shared cab for the 250–255 km, 8–10 hour drive via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag and Chamoli; the fare is split among the trekkers and confirmed by the coordinator. Hill roads run slow in the monsoon, so book your return from Rishikesh for late night or the next morning.
Which treks start from Joshimath?
Pangarchulla Peak (7 days, difficult, March–May and October–November) starts from Joshimath with a short drive to Tugasi; the Valley of Flowers (6 days, July–September) uses Joshimath as its night halt before Govindghat and Ghangaria. Kuari Pass (6 days, October–April) starts from Pipalkoti, about an hour before Joshimath.
Is there an ATM or mobile network in Joshimath?
Yes, Joshimath has ATMs, but they can run out of cash, so withdraw what you need in Rishikesh and carry small notes. The mobile network is good in town, patchy up to the first camps and absent higher on the trails and inside the Valley of Flowers.
Is trekking gear included in the price of these treks?
Yes. Free Decathlon trekking shoes, a -10°C jacket, trekking poles and gaiters are included with your booking (Free Trekking Gear, FTG). A refundable gear deposit applies, and a ₹200 washing charge is added when you opt for FTG.
Why Book With Trekkaro?
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