Munsiyari Tourism

Munsiyari Tourism A small village with an awe-inspiring panorama of snow capped Himalayan Range; Munsiyari is located in thePithoragarhDistrict. Offering splendors of natureaÛªs beauty in their most captivating form, this place is famous for its some highly adventurous and nerve wrecking trekking trails. Perched between the borders of India, Tibet and Nepal, Munsiyari is a base for three glaciers namely Namik, Milam and Ralam Glaciers. Located at a height of 2298 m above the sea level, this quaint little village is often seen romancing with brilliant weather throughout the year and the stunning backdrop of Panchachuli among the other treasured peaks and mountains. Visit this place to experience the panoramic vistas of virgin nature and adrenaline rushing activities. Download Munsiyari PDF Guide > What's Great? Offers surreal views of the Kumaon hills. Famous for the undisturbed environment and the place is an emerging trekking destination. What's not so Great? Winters are excruciatingly cold but beautiful at the same time, so carry heavy woollens if you are travelling during the winter season. For Whom Munsiyari is perfect for those who want to enjoy their holiday away from the noises of the city in a lush green surrounding. Also for the avid trekkers looking out for nerve-wrecking treks.

Mini Kashmir of Uttarakhand Situated at an altitude of 2,300 mt and snuggled in the folds of snow clad mountains, Munsiyari is considered as the Kashmir of Uttrakhand. Located in the Pithoragarh District, it is one of the fastest growing tourist destination famous for panoramic vistas of the virgin nature. People visit Munsiyari to escape the bustling life of the cities and to feel the tranquillity of this place.The place offers a spellbinding view of the Himalayas and some breathtaking treks. Gateway to the Himalayan treks Famous for the indescribable beauty, the town of Munsiyari is used as a base camp by mountaineers, glacier enthusiasts, high altitude trekkers and nature lovers as it provides the gateway to Milam, Ralam, and Namik glaciers. The place is a bliss for the trekkers as it offers a number of moderate to high altitude treks. A short trek to Nanda Devi temple is a must do when you are in Munsiyari. It is situated at a distance of 3 km and offers the most beautiful view of the Panchachuli mountains. Khalia top trek, Thamri Kund, and Maheshwari Kund are among the other famous treks in Munsiyari.

One Day Itinerary Day 1-Arrive at Kathgodam railway station and take a taxi to Munsiyari. Reach Munsiyari in the evening and check-in to a hotel. Overnight stay in the hotel.Day 2-Begin with a short trek of 3 km to Nanda Devi. In the backdrop of the temple, you can see the stunning views of the Panchachuli mountains. Visit Thamari Kund, Betuli Dhar, and Birthi fall to embrace the refreshing breeze and the magnificent panorama. After watching the beautiful sunset, head back to the hotel and stay overnight.Day 3-Trek to Khalia top. This blissful trek is a delight for first-time trekkers. The sight of gigantic mountains and the chirping of the birds in the background makes one fall in love with nature. In winters, Khalia Top offers a perfect spot for skiing. Head back to the town. In the leisure time, you can go to Darkot to shop as the place is famous for the hand woven Pashmina shawls.

Restaurants and Local Food in Munsiyari Munsiyari is a small village which do not offers many eating outlets or restaurants. The best option is the in-house restaurant at hotel. These restaurants offer Indian, Chinese, continental and Kumaoni cuisine. The small dhabas in the village mostly serve delicious Indian and Kumaoni cuisines. Kulka is a very delicious local delicacy comprising of flour and potatoes fried in dhungar (a local herb).

Apr-Jun, Oct-Novis the best time to visit Munsiyari With brilliant weather throughout the year, the summer season offers its visitors a sound chance for a picture perfect clear view of peaks and plenty of trekking options. The winters (November-mid March) are the time when the whole place is covered with the sheet of snow, making it an ideal place for couples and honeymooners. Skiing and other snow sport can be enjoyed during the season. When it comes to the monsoon, heavy rainfall and landslides can ruin your whole trip and thus avoid travelling during the season. Weather in Munsiyari Loading... Munsiyari in Summer (March - May_ Beat the hot summers of the cities and visit Munsiyari to feel the cold breeze of the mountains. The temperature ranges between 15 to 30 degrees Celcius during summers. It is the best time for the trekkers as most of the treks routes are open. Munsiyari in Monsoon (June - September_ Not an ideal time to visit the town as the heavy rainfalls and landslides can affect your trip. Munsiyari in Winter (October - February) The temperature ranges between -12 to 20 degrees Celcius during winters. Tourists and travellers can expect snowfall from late December to early February. Favourable time for families and couples for skiing and other snow activities. Monthly Weather in Munsiyari Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 6 16 February 9 21 March 12 23 April 17 28 May 19 28 June 20 29 July 22 26 August 22 27 September 21 27 October 17 25 November 11 22 December 8 19