# Nag Tibba Trek

> Nag Tibba Trek is a 2-day easy–moderate trek in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, reaching 3,022 m (9,915 ft). It covers about 16 km on foot and starts and ends at Pantwari. Best time: September to June. Trekkaro price: ₹3,825 per person + 5% GST, with free trekking gear (Decathlon shoes, -10°C jacket and poles).

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## Key facts

- **Duration:** 2 days
- **Difficulty:** Easy–Moderate
- **Highest point:** 3,022 m / 9,915 ft
- **Trekking distance:** 16 km
- **Region:** Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand
- **Start / end:** Pantwari
- **Best time:** September to June
- **Temperature:** Summer (Apr-Jun): Day 15°C to 25°C, Night 5°C to 10°C | Winter (Dec-Feb): Day 0°C to 9°C, Night -7°C to -2°C
- **Price:** ₹3,825 per person + 5% GST (was ₹4,250)
- **Free trekking gear:** Included (Decathlon shoes, -10 C jacket, trekking poles; gaiters and microspikes when needed)
- **Next batch:** dates being scheduled

## Overview

Leave Dehradun on a Saturday morning, and by Sunday you can be standing on a Himalayan summit. Nag Tibba asks for one night in a forest beside a small temple to the serpent god, one early climb by headlamp and about 16 km on foot. In return it gives you 9,915 ft of mountain and a skyline of snow peaks running from Bandarpoonch to the Gangotri group. By Sunday evening you are back in Dehradun, with the summit still in your legs.


The Nag Tibba trek climbs to the highest point of the Nag Tibba range in the Garhwal foothills. From the stone and slate-roofed houses of Pantwari village it rises through terraced fields of wheat, potatoes and mustard into a forest of oak, rhododendron and deodar, past the small Nag Devta temple, and out onto an open summit ridge. From the top, Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag (Black Peak), the Gangotri group and, on very clear days, the Kedarnath peaks line the horizon.


Nag Tibba, whose name means ‘Serpent’s Peak’, lies in the Jaunpur area of Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, beyond Mussoorie. The trek starts and ends at Pantwari (1,400 m), spends one night at a forest camp near the Nag Devta temple at about 2,300 m (7,550 ft), and tops out at 3,022 m (9,915 ft). Local shepherds and villagers worship Nag Devta, the serpent god, at the temple and pray there for the safety of their cattle. The route is known as the classic Himalayan weekend trek. It is short, but it is not a stroll, and in our experience that is exactly what makes it such a good first summit.




### The Serpent’s Peak at Dawn – What Makes the Nag Tibba Trek Unmissable


What makes Nag Tibba special is the gap between where you sleep and what you wake up for. The camp sits in a forest clearing with oak and rhododendron all around, and the evening there is simple: tea as the light fades, warm layers as the cold comes in, an early dinner. The summit is still somewhere above the trees. It is only the next morning, after more than 700 m of climbing in the half-light, that the mountains appear – and when they do, they appear together.


You leave camp at five or six in the morning with a hot drink inside you and a headlamp lighting the path. You walk past the Nag Devta temple, its bells and offerings tied around it, and on into dense oak forest. Above the temple the trail turns steeper and narrower; from December to February it usually lies under snow, and every step asks for care. Then the forest thins. The sky grows lighter between the trunks. And then the trees are gone and you are on the summit, with Bandarpoonch and Swargarohini to the north, Kala Nag and the Gangotri group beside them and, if the morning is very clear, the Kedarnath peaks beyond. Behind you, the land drops away towards the Doon valley. You have climbed more than 1,600 m since Pantwari. There is no reason to hurry down.


Then comes the part not to underestimate: breakfast at camp and the long descent to Pantwari, which is often harder on the knees than the climb. By evening you are in Dehradun. In our experience it is exactly the right size of challenge – hard enough to feel like a real mountain, short enough to fit between one working week and the next.




### The Trail Itself


For a 16 km trek, Nag Tibba covers a surprising range of ground. For the first hour out of Pantwari the trail is a wide village path used by mules and villagers, climbing gently between terraced fields, small hamlets and cattle sheds. Slowly the fields give way to forest. Oak and rhododendron close in around the path, and higher up the deodar begins; the gradient is steady rather than steep, but it rarely lets up. Above the temple the trail changes again, steeper and narrower in dense oak, until the forest opens onto the summit.




### Who Is This Trek For?


The Nag Tibba trek is graded easy to moderate, and we recommend it for fit beginners, families with children who already walk well, and working trekkers who want a weekend in the mountains. The first day is a steady 5 km climb of 3–4 hours to the forest camp. The hard day is the second: an early summit climb and a long descent, about 11 km and 6–8 hours on foot, with a steep forest section above the temple that lies under snow in winter. We recommend four to six weeks of preparation before departure. Children aged 9 and above who walk regularly can join with a parent or guardian. Above 60: a doctor’s fitness certificate is needed, and an ECG or TMT report is recommended. Season: September to June.




### Key Highlights of the Nag Tibba Trek



- **A real Himalayan summit in a weekend** – 3,022 m (9,915 ft), the highest point of the Nag Tibba range
- **Snow peaks from the top** – Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag (Black Peak), the Gangotri group and, on very clear days, the Kedarnath peaks
- **The Nag Devta temple** – a small shrine to the serpent god, hung with bells and offerings
- **A forest camp** – one night among oak, rhododendron and deodar at about 2,300 m
- **Snow within a weekend** – from late December to February; in our view one of the easiest snow treks near Delhi
- **Rhododendrons in spring** – blooms in the forest as the snow melts from the lower slopes
- **Pantwari village** – stone and slate-roofed houses above terraced fields of wheat, potatoes and mustard




### Best Time to Do the Nag Tibba Trek


The Nag Tibba trek runs from September right through to June, and because the whole trek fits into a weekend, the season you choose shapes almost everything about it. Each window gives the same summit a different character.




#### December to February – Winter (The Snow Season)


This is Nag Tibba at its most dramatic. Snow usually arrives from late December, and January and February are the most reliable months for it, when fresh falls turn the upper forest and the summit ridge white. The steep section above the temple becomes a snow climb, and nights at camp are well below freezing. For a first taste of Himalayan snow in a single weekend, this is the window we would choose.



- **Temperatures:** Day: 0°C to 9°C | Night at camp: -7°C to -2°C
- **Trail conditions:** Snow on the upper forest and summit ridge, most reliably in January and February; slippery above the temple.
- **Best for:** A first snow trek and a snowbound summit.




#### March to June – Spring and Early Summer (Rhododendrons and Mild Days)


In March and April the rhododendrons bloom in the forest and the snow melts from the lower slopes; in some years it lingers into March. By May and June the mountains offer what the plains cannot: pleasant days, cool nights and a comfortable evening at camp, a relaxed window for families and first-time campers.



- **Temperatures:** Day: 15°C to 25°C | Night at camp: 5°C to 10°C (April to June)
- **Trail conditions:** Snow melting from the lower slopes in spring; rhododendrons in bloom; pleasant days by early summer.
- **Best for:** Rhododendron forest, families and an escape from the heat of the plains.




#### September to November – Autumn (The Clearest Views)


After the monsoon the air is clear and the mountain views are at their sharpest: the line from Bandarpoonch and Swargarohini to the Gangotri group stands out hard against the sky. If the summit panorama is your reason for coming, these are the months we would point you to.



- **Trail conditions:** Clear post-monsoon air and the sharpest mountain views of the season.
- **Best for:** The summit panorama and mountain photography.




#### Trekkaro Recommendation


For snow on the summit, book a January or February batch. For rhododendrons, choose March or April; for an easy weekend with children or first-time campers, we recommend May and June. And for the sharpest view of Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini and the Gangotri group, autumn is our pick.

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Dehradun to Pantwari and trek to Nag Devta Camp

**Route Details:**

**Drive: Dehradun → Pantwari (88 km, ~4 hrs) | Trek: 5 km, 3–4 hrs | Altitude: 1,400 m → 2,300 m (7,550 ft) | Terrain: village path through terraced fields, then oak and rhododendron forest | Stay: Tents near the Nag Devta temple**

The day starts early in Dehradun. Be at the meeting point by 6:30 am, so the group can leave before the Mussoorie traffic builds up. The road climbs out of the Doon valley through a long series of bends to Mussoorie, then continues past Kempty Falls and drops into the Aglar river valley. There is usually a short tea and breakfast stop on the way. Carry the cash you need from Dehradun or Mussoorie, as there is no ATM on the trail.

Pantwari sits at about 1,400 m, a village of stone and slate-roofed houses spread across terraced fields. After lunch and a short briefing from your trek leader, you start walking. For the first hour the trail is a wide village path used by mules and villagers. It climbs gently between fields of wheat, potatoes and mustard, past small hamlets and cattle sheds.

Slowly the fields give way to forest. Oak and rhododendron close in around the path, and higher up you start to see deodar. The gradient is steady rather than steep, but it rarely lets up, and this is the part of the day to manage well. Set a slow, even pace, take short breaks, and do not try to keep up with the fastest walker. There are a couple of natural water points on the way, and your trek leader tells you where to refill.

The campsite sits in a forest clearing close to the small Nag Devta temple, at about 2,300 m. You sleep in 3-person tents, with a dining tent and a toilet tent. Once the tents are up there is tea and snacks, and time to explore the clearing as the light fades. Evenings are cold in every season and well below freezing in winter, so change into dry, warm layers as soon as you arrive. Keep those layers and your headlamp at the top of your backpack; you need both at camp. Dinner is served early, followed by a short briefing for summit day.

What to Expect:
- 6:30 am start from Dehradun; drive past Mussoorie and Kempty Falls
- Lunch and briefing at Pantwari, a village of stone and slate-roofed houses
- Village trail through terraced fields of wheat, potatoes and mustard
- Steady climb through oak, rhododendron and deodar, with a couple of water points
- Tea at camp, early dinner and a briefing for summit day
- Overnight: Tents near the Nag Devta temple (2,300 m / 7,550 ft)

### Day 2: Summit Day - Nag Devta Camp to Nag Tibba, down to Pantwari, drive to Dehradun

**Route Details:**

**Altitude: 2,300 m → 3,022 m (9,915 ft) → 1,400 m | Distance: 11 km trek + 88 km drive | Duration: 6–8 hrs trek + 4–5 hrs drive | Terrain: steep, narrow oak forest trail to an open summit ridge, then a long descent | Stay: Trek ends in Dehradun (evening)**

Summit day begins before sunrise. After a hot drink, you leave camp around 5–6 am with headlamps on. The trail passes the Nag Devta temple first. Local shepherds and villagers worship Nag Devta, the serpent god, here and pray for the safety of their cattle, and you often see bells and offerings tied around the temple. Nag Tibba itself means Serpent’s Peak. Carry at least 1.5 litres of water and some energy snacks, because there are no shops or water points on top.

Above the temple the trail becomes steeper and narrower as it climbs through dense oak forest. This is the hard section of the day. Shorten your stride, breathe steadily and use your trekking poles. From about December to February this whole section is usually under snow and can be slippery. Your trek leader helps you put on microspikes and gaiters before the steep part, so you can walk it with confidence.

The forest thins as you near the ridge, then opens all at once onto the summit at 3,022 m (9,915 ft). On a clear morning the view runs along the Greater Himalaya. Bandarpoonch and Swargarohini stand to the north, with Kala Nag (Black Peak) and the Gangotri group, and on very clear days the Kedarnath peaks. On the other side the land falls away towards the Doon valley. Spend time here and take your photos. You have climbed more than 1,600 m since Pantwari.

You return to camp for breakfast, pack up and begin the long descent to Pantwari. In our experience going down is often harder than going up on this trek. Walk slowly, use your poles and keep your knees soft. After lunch at Pantwari, the group drives back through Mussoorie to Dehradun, usually arriving by evening. We recommend planning any onward travel from Dehradun for late night or the next day.

What to Expect:
- 5–6 am start with headlamps, past the Nag Devta temple
- Steep, narrow climb through oak forest; snow and microspikes from about December to February
- Summit views of Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag and the Gangotri group
- Breakfast back at camp, then the long descent to Pantwari; 11 km on foot today
- At least 1.5 litres of water and energy snacks; no water points on top
- Trek ends at Dehradun, usually by evening

## Inclusions

#### 1. Free Trekking Gear (FTG) – Save on Gear Rentals

Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear (FTG) lets you trek without buying or renting gear. Included free of rental charges:
- Decathlon trekking shoes
- Decathlon -10°C jacket
- Trekking poles, and gaiters / microspikes when the trail needs them
- ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing charge

#### 2. Accommodation
- Day 1: Camping near the Nag Devta temple in 3-person tents, with a dining tent and toilet tent

#### 3. Meals
- All meals on the trek, from Day 1 lunch at the trailhead to Day 2 lunch
- Simple, freshly cooked vegetarian food
- Tea, coffee, soup and snacks on the trail and at camp

#### 4. Permits & Camping Fees
- All forest permits and camping charges for the trek

#### 5. Trek Team & Safety
- Certified trek leader and local guide throughout all 2 days
- Cook, helpers and support staff
- First-aid kit, pulse oximeter and blood-pressure checks during the trek
- Tents, sleeping bags and mats for the camping nights

## Exclusions

#### 1. Food During Transit
- Meals on the drive between Dehradun and Pantwari are not included.

#### 2. Transport
- Not included: Dehradun to Pantwari and back.
- We help the group book shared cabs; the fare is paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers.

#### 3. Backpack Offloading (optional)
- ₹500 + 5% GST for the full trek
- Max weight: 9 kg
- No suitcases, trolleys or duffel bags

#### 4. Single Tent Occupancy (optional)
- ₹1,000 + 5% GST per tent for the whole trek

#### 5. Anything Not Mentioned Under Inclusions
- Personal expenses, tips and anything not listed under inclusions.
- **Travel insurance:** mandatory and not included. Your policy must cover high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation.

## How to reach

#### How to Reach Pantwari

The trek starts and ends in Dehradun. Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers.
- **By train:** Dehradun Railway Station has overnight and day trains from Delhi (Nanda Devi Express, Shatabdi, Vande Bharat).
- **By air:** Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, is about 25–30 km from the city.
- **By bus:** regular ordinary and Volvo buses run from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate to Dehradun ISBT (6–7 hours).
- **Dehradun to Pantwari:** about 85–90 km via Mussoorie and Kempty Falls, 3.5–5 hours by road.
- Plan your return travel from Dehradun for late night on Day 2 or the next day.

## ATM and mobile network

#### Important Pre-Trek Information
- **ATM:** Carry cash from Dehradun or Mussoorie. Pantwari has only small bank branches, and there is no ATM on the trail.
- **Mobile network:** Jio and Airtel work at Pantwari and patchily at the campsite. Expect little or no signal near the summit.

## Frequently asked questions

### Where is the Nag Tibba trek?

The Nag Tibba trek is in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, in the Jaunpur area beyond Mussoorie. It starts from Pantwari village, about 85–90 km (3.5–5 hours) by road from Dehradun.

Nag Tibba (‘Serpent’s Peak’) is the highest point of the Nag Tibba range in the Garhwal foothills.

### How many days is the Nag Tibba trek?

The Nag Tibba trek takes 2 days from Dehradun to Dehradun, covering about 16 km on foot.
- **Day 1:** drive to Pantwari and trek about 5 km to the Nag Devta camp
- **Day 2:** summit climb and descent, about 11 km, then drive back to Dehradun

### What is the altitude of the Nag Tibba trek?

The summit of the Nag Tibba trek is at 3,022 m (9,915 ft). The trek starts at Pantwari (1,400 m) and the camp is at about 2,300 m.

### How difficult is the Nag Tibba trek?

The Nag Tibba trek is graded Easy–Moderate. Day 1 is a steady climb, but Day 2 is long: an early summit climb followed by a long descent to Pantwari.

### Is the Nag Tibba trek good for beginners?

Yes, the Nag Tibba trek is one of the best first treks near Delhi, giving a real summit in only two days.

Start walking or jogging 3–4 weeks before so the long summit day feels comfortable.

### What fitness level do I need for the Nag Tibba trek?

For the Nag Tibba trek you should be able to walk 6–8 hours with breaks on summit day, and aim to jog 5 km in under 40 minutes before the trek.
- **Train for 4–6 weeks:** brisk walks, stairs or uphill walking
- **Strength:** add squats and lunges for the descents
- **Fitness test:** take our free 2-minute test at [Am I Ready?](https://www.trekkaro.com/am-i-ready)

### Is the Nag Tibba trek good for a weekend?

Yes. The Nag Tibba trek is the classic Himalayan weekend trek: leave Dehradun on Saturday morning, camp near the Nag Devta temple, summit on Sunday morning and be back in Dehradun by evening.

### What is the best time to do the Nag Tibba trek?

The best time for the Nag Tibba trek is December to June and mid-September to November. July and August (monsoon) are avoided.
- **December–February:** snow on the upper forest and summit
- **March–April:** rhododendrons in bloom
- **May–June:** pleasant days, an escape from the heat
- **Mid-September–November:** clearest views

### Does the Nag Tibba trek have snow?

The Nag Tibba trek usually has snow from late December to February, sometimes into March; January and February are the most reliable months.

Microspikes and gaiters from our Free Trekking Gear make the snowy summit section much easier.

### How cold does it get on the Nag Tibba trek?

On the Nag Tibba trek, summer nights at camp are 5–10°C and winter nights drop to about -7 to -2°C.
- **April–June:** days 15–25°C, nights 5–10°C
- **December–February:** days 0–9°C, nights -7 to -2°C

### Which mountains can you see on the Nag Tibba trek?

From the Nag Tibba summit you see Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag (Black Peak), the Gangotri group and, on clear days, the Kedarnath peaks.

### What is the terrain like on the Nag Tibba trek?

The Nag Tibba trail goes from village fields to oak, rhododendron and deodar forest, then a steeper forest climb to an open summit ridge.

### Is altitude sickness a risk on the Nag Tibba trek?

Altitude sickness is rarely a problem on the Nag Tibba trek, as the summit is only 3,022 m. Still, walk at a steady pace and drink plenty of water.

### What is the minimum age for the Nag Tibba trek?

The minimum age for the Nag Tibba trek is 9 years, for children who already walk regularly. Trekkers under 18 must come with a parent or guardian.

There is no upper age limit. Trekkers above 60 are welcome if they are fit and in good cardiovascular health; along with the medical certificate signed by a doctor that every trekker brings, we recommend an ECG or TMT report.

### How do I reach the Nag Tibba trek?

To reach the Nag Tibba trek, travel to Dehradun; Pantwari is about 85–90 km (3.5–5 hours) away via Mussoorie and Kempty Falls.
- **Train:** Dehradun Railway Station
- **Air:** Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
- **Bus:** Delhi to Dehradun ISBT (6–7 hours)

### Is transport included in the Nag Tibba trek?

No, transport is not included in the Nag Tibba trek fee. A cab can be arranged from Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM to Pantwari and back; the cost is shared among the trekkers and your trek coordinator confirms the fare.

### Where do we stay on the Nag Tibba trek?

On the Nag Tibba trek you spend one night in tents at our campsite near the Nag Devta temple.

Tents are shared by 3 trekkers, with dining and toilet tents. Sleeping bags and mats are provided.

### What is the group size on the Nag Tibba trek, and who leads it?

Fixed departures of the Nag Tibba trek run with 6 to 20 trekkers – never more than 20 – led by a certified Trekkaro trek leader.

The leader is supported by a local guide, a cook, helpers and mules that carry the camp. Private groups of any size can also be arranged.

### Is the Nag Tibba trek safe for women trekking alone?

Yes. On the Nag Tibba trek, female trekkers share tents only with other female trekkers, and male trekkers with males; couples and families get their own tents.

We keep three trekkers to a tent, and our guides and support staff are carefully selected and trusted.

### What food is served on the Nag Tibba trek?

On the Nag Tibba trek we serve simple, freshly cooked vegetarian meals, with eggs available on request at camp.
- **Breakfast:** at camp
- **Lunch:** packed, on trekking days
- **Evening:** tea with snacks
- **Dinner:** hot, in the dining tent

Meals on the drive to and from the base are not included.

### Is drinking water available on the Nag Tibba trek?

On the Nag Tibba trek there are a couple of natural water points on Day 1; carry at least 1.5 litres on summit day, as there is no water on top.

### Is Free Trekking Gear included on the Nag Tibba trek?

Yes. Free Trekking Gear is included on the Nag Tibba trek, free of rental charges:
- **Shoes:** Decathlon trekking shoes
- **Jacket:** Decathlon -10°C trekking jacket
- **Poles:** trekking poles
- **Snow gear:** gaiters and microspikes when the trail needs them

There is a ₹3,000 refundable deposit and a ₹200 washing charge. You only bring your personal clothes, a backpack and a water bottle.

### Can I offload my backpack on the Nag Tibba trek?

Yes. Backpack offloading on the Nag Tibba trek costs ₹500 + 5% GST for the full trek, for up to 9 kg.
- **Bags:** no suitcases, trolleys or duffel bags
- **Booking:** tell us at least 15 days before the trek; last-minute requests may cost more
- **Daypack:** you still carry water, snacks and a warm layer

### Will a doctor come on the Nag Tibba trek?

No doctor joins the Nag Tibba trek, but our trek leaders are trained in wilderness first aid and carry a full first-aid kit and a pulse oximeter.

Carry your own regular medicines and tell your trek leader about any health condition before the trek.

### What documents do I need for the Nag Tibba trek?

For the Nag Tibba trek, carry an original government photo ID (with a photocopy), a medical certificate signed by a doctor, and the signed disclaimer form.

Trekkaro arranges the forest and camping permissions.

### Is there mobile network and an ATM on the Nag Tibba trek?

Mobile network on the Nag Tibba trek: Jio and Airtel work at Pantwari and patchily at camp, with little or no signal near the summit. Carry cash from Dehradun or Mussoorie.

### Why is it called Nag Tibba?

Nag Tibba means ‘Serpent’s Peak’. Local shepherds and villagers worship Nag Devta, the serpent god, at a small temple below the summit, praying for the safety of their cattle.

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