NELONG VALLEY NATIONAL PARK
Nelang, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, India
The unexplored Nelong Valley, situated at an altitude of around 11,000 feet, has a mountain desert landscape similar like Lahaul-Spiti and Leh-Ladakh. The valley was reopened for tourists in May 2015 after a gap of 53 years. The valley had been closed to civilians since the 1962 Indo-China war, but before the war, it was the major corridor for Indo-Tibetan trade. The valley still contains some of the earlier infrastructure such as the Gartang Galion wooden bridge and the Lal Devta temple. The valley offers a panoramic view of the Tibetan plateau.
Apart from the charming landscapes, Nelong Valley is also home to some of the important wildlife species like Snow Leopard, Himalayan Blue Sheep and Musk Deer. The valley can be approached from Bhaironghati, located about 90 KM away from Uttarkashi town. From Bhaironghati, One can take a 25 KM ride in a forest department vehicle to reach the valley. The state forest department has decided to allow six forest department vehicles carrying four people each. A permit letter from the sub-divisional magistrate along with fitness certificate is required to visit the area. Foreign tourists are prohibited from visiting the valley owing to its strategic location on the India-China border.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to June
Do's & Dont's
- Do keep the premises of the Zoo neat and clean.
- Do not tease animals and do not carry firearms or any sharp objects.
- Animals well fed by trained veterinarians. Please do not feed any animal inside Zoo.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 05:00 PM | 250 | 150 |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Uttarkashi Bus Stand |
115 KM | 08562554520 |
 Dehradun Railway Station |
245 KM | 139 |
 Indira Gandhi International Airport |
490 KM | 01243376000 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Bhaironghati | 25 KM |
Nearest Temples
MINDROLLING MONASTERY
Mindrolling monastery is one of the six monasteries of the Nyingma school of Buddhism
SHRI SHAKUMBHARI DEVI TEMPLE
It is believed that Ma Shakumbari killed Mahishasur Maha Daitya here
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Museum houses 26 statues of some prominent personalities
Hill StationHARSIL HILL STATION
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