Phulara Ridge

"The Phulara Ridge Trek is a rare ridge-walk experience in Uttarakhand, offering uninterrupted 360° views of the Garhwal Himalayas. Walk along a knife-edge ridge, through lush forests and blooming meadows, where every step feels like a scene from a Himalayan dream."

 INR 10,500 (Sankri to Sankri)

+ INR 3,000 (transportation to & from Dehradun)

+ INR 3,200 (offloading bag)

• Trek Name: Phulara ridge

• Region: Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, Govind Pashu Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary

• Altitude: ~12,150 ft (3,700 m)

• Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days

• Trek Grade: Easy to Moderate

• Best Season: May–June and September–October

The Phulara Ridge Trek is a unique and mesmerizing journey that offers one of the finest ridge walks in the Indian Himalayas. Known for its uninterrupted 360-degree panoramic views of the Garhwal Himalayan peaks, this trek is a rare blend of adventure and scenic beauty. The trek starts from the picturesque village of Sankri, located inside the Govind pashu vihar wildlife sanctuary in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand and goes through dense forests and lush green meadows, offering a wide variety of alpine flora and fauna.

🏞 Magnificent Ridge Walk with uninterrupted views of snow-clad peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Kalanag.

🌲 Dense, untouched forest trails inside Govind Pashu Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary.

⛺ Beautiful campsites at Juda ka Talab, Bhoj Gadi, and the stunning alpine meadow of Pushtara.

🌸 Spring brings blooming rhododendrons, while autumn offers golden meadows and crisp views.

📅Day 1: Dehradun to Sankri (Drive – 190 km | 8–9 hours)

• Drive through scenic towns like Mussoorie, Purola, and Mori.

• Follow the Tons River upstream into the Govind Pashu Vihar sanctuary region.

• Altitude: ~6,400 ft (1,950 m)

• Overnight Stay: Guesthouse/homestay in Sankri

📅Day 2: Sankri to Juda ka Talab (Trek – 4 km | 4–5 hours)

• Start your trek through thick pine and maple forests.

• Steady climb to the beautiful glacial lake Juda ka Talab, nestled among trees.

• Altitude: ~9,000 ft (2,750 m)

• Overnight Stay: Camp at Juda ka Talab

📅Day 3: Juda ka Talab to Bhoj Gadi (Trek – 4.5 km | 4–5 hours)

• Trail continues through forests and opens into meadows with distant views of snow-capped peaks.

• Reach the open campsite of Bhoj Gadi, a perfect spot for sunset photography.

• Altitude: ~11,200 ft (3,400 m)

• Overnight Stay: Camp at Bhoj Gadi

📅Day 4: Bhoj Gadi to Pushtara via Phulara Ridge (Trek – 7 km | 6–7 hours)

• The highlight day: trek along the Phulara Ridge, with panoramic views all around.

• Feel like walking in the sky with a 360° view of the Himalayan giants: Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, Kalanag.

• Descend gently to the vast open meadows of Pushtara.

• Altitude: Ridge top ~12,150 ft (3,700 m)

• Overnight Stay: Camp at Pushtara meadows

📅Day 5: Pushtara to Taluka – Drive to Sankri (Trek – 8 km | 4–5 hours + Drive 1 hr)

• Descend through forests to the village of Taluka.

• Drive back to Sankri.

• Overnight Stay: Guesthouse in Sankri

📅Day 6: Sankri to Dehradun (Drive – 190 km | 8–9 hours)

• Return journey to Dehradun with memories of the ridge walk and majestic Himalayas.

• Trip ends by evening at Dehradun.

🚉 By Train:

Nearest Railway Station: Dehradun Railway Station

Well connected with major cities like Delhi, Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Lucknow.

✈️ By Air:

Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED)

Regular flights available from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and other major cities.

From the airport, you can hire a taxi to Dehradun ISBT or directly to Sankri.

🚌 By Road:

Dehradun to Sankri (190 km | 8–9 hours)

Two main options:

1. Private Cab: Can be booked in advance. Costlier but comfortable.

2. Local Bus: From Dehradun ISBT to Sankri via Purola (limited availability, leaves early morning).

🔹 Phulara Ridge is one of the only true ridge treks in India.

Unlike most trails that dip into valleys, this trek lets you walk along a high mountain ridge for hours — with panoramic 250° views of snow-capped peaks the entire time!

🔹 You walk on a ridge for nearly 4 km.

Most treks have short ridge sections. Phulara gives you one of the longest ridge walks, often above clouds and with peaks on both sides — making it feel like you’re on top of the world.

🔹 The trail blooms with over 500 species of alpine flowers.

True to its name (Phulara = “flower-filled”), the meadows in late spring and post-monsoon are covered in wildflowers, making it a dream trek for nature lovers and photographers.

🔹 It’s a great alternative to the popular Kedarkantha Trek.

While Kedarkantha is snowy and crowded, Phulara offers solitude, more variety in terrain, and longer views — all at a similar altitude and difficulty level.

🔹 The forests are alive with rare Himalayan birds.

Trek through Govind Pashu Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary, home to the Himalayan Monal, Koklass Pheasant, and even elusive leopards. Birdwatchers love this route!

🔹 Pushtara meadows are among the best-kept secrets of Uttarakhand.

Tucked away on the final stretch, these vast grasslands rival the beauty of any alpine bugyal — and you’ll likely have them all to yourself.

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