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Pindari Glacier is one of the easy-to-trek adventure trips promised by the state of Uttaranchal in India. Surrounded by snow covered mountains, this captivating tourist spot is visited by national as well as international tourists. It is a great experience to watch flora and fauna existing in this region.
Pindari Glacier has a length of 3 km and breadth of 2.5 km and is one of the most famous glaciers in Uttaranchal, the state known for its great association with nature. The glacier gives birth to Pindar River and offers a huge variety of sightseeing for the tourists. The place is also famous for waterfalls and hanging valleys.
History of Pindari Glacier
Pindari Glacier owes its origination to the process of snow precipitation from Nanda Devi peak and other peaks located in this region. The glacier gets its name from Pindar River, which originates from this glacier only.
Tourist Attractions
- Trekking is the most enchanting tourist attraction of Pindari Glacier. It is a good trekking spot for those, who want ultimate pleasure of life by exploring the nature from a close perspective.
- The natural beauty created by peaks like Nanda Devi and River Pindar is enough to mesmerize your love for nature.
Best Time to Visit
The months from April to June and September to November are considered to be the most idyllic times to visit Pindari Glacier for trekking.
Location
Pindari Glacier is located in Pindari Valley at a height of 3627 m. This area is located between the peaks of Nanda Devi and Nandakot, in Kumaon region of Himalayas. To be more precise, the glacier belongs to Patti Malla Danpur of Bageshwar district in Uttaranchal.
How to Reach Pindari Glacier
- Nearest airport: Pantnagar Airport is at a distance of 127 km from Almora, from where you can hire local transport service to reach Pindari Glacier.
- Nearest Railway Head: Kathgodam Railway Station, from where you can reach Almora and continue the trip to Pindari Glacier.
- By Road: You can reach Song, which is connected to Almora, Bageshwar and Kathgodam via road. From here, the trek is 45 km to reach the glacier.
Climatic Conditions
At this glacier, you can expect the climate of this place to be extremely cool. You must visit the glacier in months mentioned above to enjoy wonderful climatic conditions.
Clothes to Wear
Considering the cold climate of this region, you must pack sufficient woolen clothes to keep your body warm.
Tourist Attractions near Pindari Glacier
- Bageshwar, at a distance of 36 km is a captivating place worth visiting.
- Almora, at a distance of 109 km is another appreciable tourist spot of the state.
- Kathgodam, at a distance of 199 km is capable of providing immense pleasure of being close to nature.
Tourist Information
Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd,
Oak Park House
Tallital, Nainital
Phone No.: +91-05942-236356, 236209, 235700
Fax No.: +91-05942-236897
E-mail:
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Uttaranchal Tourism Office:
Uttaranchaltourism.in
5, Kailash Gate
Rishikesh -249201
Contact No. +91-0135-2434087
24 Hrs Helpline +91-9312318417
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