Our gentlest trek — oak forest and wide meadows above Auli, perfect for beginners and families.
Gorson Bugyal is the easy trek we recommend most often for beginners and families. From Auli, a short walk through oak and conifer forest opens onto rolling meadows with Nanda Devi, Dronagiri and Hathi Parbat on the skyline.
Guests have told us they felt safe and welcomed from start to finish — it is a lovely way to experience the high Himalaya without a long or difficult trail.
Short, gentle days suitable for most ages.
Big-mountain views from the meadow.
A snowy wonderland from December to March.
Meet the team in Joshimath and drive to Auli. Short evening acclimatisation walk.
Walk through oak forest to Gorson Bugyal and continue to Tali Top for views, then return.
A relaxed morning and drive back to Joshimath.
Vast alpine meadows, peaceful forests and panoramic snow peaks — perfect for first-timers and families.
A scenic winter adventure through oak and rhododendron forests to alpine lakes and open ridges.
Snow-covered trails, a frozen alpine lake and a beginner-friendly summit with huge views.
