Grand Launch on 14th May at New Delhi.
One group will go upto Milum. The second will stay at Munshiyari and return on 18th May. Both Groups will leave Haldwani on 15th May.
Chief Media coordinator - Shri Dinesh Mansera
Kumaon Mandal coordinator - Shri Gajraj Singh

TREK TO MILAM GLACIER

 

Maximum Elevation: 4242m/13780 Ft.
Region: Kumaun
District: Pithoragarh
Grade: Moderate
Duration: 09-10 Days
Total Kilometers by trek: 105 kms round trip

 

Introduction of Milam

Milam glacier is around 21km long, on India-China side, the biggest glacier in Kumaon region.

Milam village which lies near the glacier one of the highest villages in the Himalayan ranges, located on the old trade route to Tibet. 

“In the words of many explorer and naturalists, Johar, Chand and Vyas valleys are the most beautiful valleys a mankind has ever seen”.

 

The Itinerary:

 

Day 1: (14 May, 2011 at 4:30 pm) Whole team will attend Flag off ceremony at Shri L.K Advani's house at 30, Prithviraj Road, New Delhi. Honourable Sh. Chufal, Sh. Nishank and Sh. Nitin will join Sh. Advani in the event.

Day 2:  (15 may, 2011) Team will arrive haldwani early in the morning and press conference will start by 8am. 9am will be the moving time towards our base that is Munshyari.

Day 3: (16 May 2011):- Munshyari – Darkot (motorable) – Lilam [1850m]…………….Trek 6 Kms.
Packed lunch. Dinner and stay at camp.

Day 4: (17 May)- Lilam – Bogdwar (Baugdiar) [2412 mts]…Trek 14kms.
Packed lunch, Dinner and stay at camp inside beautiful Johar valley.

Day 5:  (18 May)Baugdiar – Rilkot [3130 mts]………………Trek 11 kms.
Packed Lunch, Dinner and stay at camp in amazing Rilkot Village, One can see high altitude vegetation here.

Day 6: (19 May) Rilkot – Milam Village [3350 mts]……….Trek 14 kms. (This village considered one of the most beautiful village of Johar valley, Hike to Ancient Nanda Devi temple and Birch forest, Grand view of Milam Valley and Nanda Devi East, Village interaction.)
Lunch and Dinner at camp.

Day 7: (20 May)Milam village – Milam Glacier (4242 mts)- Milam Village……………………………Trek 10 Km.
(Long and grayish white colour of Milam glacier will Quench your thirst of High altitude)
Packed lunch, Dinner at campsite.

Day 8: (21 May) Milam village - Rilkot………………………Trek 13 km.
Packed Lunch and dinner at camp.

Day 9: (22 May) Rilkot-Baugdiyar…………………………Trek 12 Km.
Packed Lunch and dinner at camp

Day 10: (23 May) Baugdiyar - lilam…………… 13 kms
Packed Lunch and dinner at camp.

Day 11: (24 May) Lilam to Munsyari……………..12 kms
Packed Lunch and dinner at camp. (Trek ends here).

 

ITINERARY FOR THE PARTICIPANT WHO WILL STAY BACK IN MUNSYARI from 15/5/2011 till 17/5/2011:

 

Day 1: (14 may, 2011 at 4:30 pm) Whole team will attend Flag off ceremony at Shri L.K Advani's house at 30, Prithviraj road, New Delhi. Honourable Sh. Chufal, Sh. Nishank and Sh. Nitin will join Sh. Advani in the event.

Day 2:  (15 may, 2011) Team will arrive Haldwani early in the morning and press conference will start by 8am. 9am will be the moving time towards our base that is Munsyari.

Day 3: (16 may 2011) Trek to  Khaliya Top (10,500 feet)

(Khalia Top is situated 7 km from Munsiyari in pithoragarh. This region is surrounded by dense forests. It provides an enchanting view of the snow-clad mountains all around. This high altitude place is famous for skiing. Trekking is also arranged here).

Grade: Moderate. Night Stay in Tents.

Day 4: (17 may 2011) Back to Munshiyari town. Sight scene (Nandadevi Temple, Mesar kund, Kalamuni temple, Museum etc). Stay in guest house.

Day 5: Back to haldwani.

 

The Mysterious Johar Valley, Pithoragarh (Uttarakhand)

Johar Valley on the India –China border side (also known as Milam valley or Gori Ganga valley) is a valley located in Uttarakhand, India, along the Gori Ganga River. The valley used to be a major trade route with Tibet. The base for Milam is Munsyari (2290m). Trek opens up an opportunity to explore and experience the mystiques of Uttarakhand. Trekking journey begins from Munsyari to Milam. The trek involves moderate walks using good tracks to cross the hills and transect rugged terrains, quaint villages and picturesque streams. Culture, cuisine, safety and comfort remain the focal points through out the trek. The area comes under Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve which is one of the most spectacular wilderness areas in the Himalayas and has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1988.

It is dominated by the Nanda Devi, which rises over 7,800 m. No humans live in the park, which has remained more or less intact because of its inaccessibility. It is the habitat of several endangered mammals, especially the snow leopard, Himalayan musk deer and bharal. Nanda Devi area has some of the most unique high altitude, Flora and fauna in the world. The spectacular views, sylvan environment, and richness of biosphere make it quite different from the other wildlife sanctuaries of India.

So if you are a lensman or have special interest in knowing the most beautiful and ancient indo-Tibet relations and to understand Chinese threats, then Johar valley is your destination.

*Each member has to bring his/her own comfortable padded Rucksack.

 

Trekking Tips and Requisites:-

  • Well fitted strong boots for trekking, should be used before to avoid blisters with 6 pair of socks and Hawaii Chappals.
  • Since the weather in The Hills is uncertain, a raincoat is must.
  • Medicine for minor accidents & sickness.
  • Trouser comfortable for Trekking, wind Cheater, one Feather jacket/Pullover, cap, sun Glasses.
  • Undergarments, Toiletry items.
  • Rucksack (a comfortable Bag to carry on Hills while Trekking) 
  • For extra pep and Bounce do not forget to carry Chocolates, lozenges, candy Glucose and dry fruits.
  • Every Person will carry his Rucksack at his own.
  • Advisable to Bring Sun block cream of High SPF (Spf 50).
  • Trekking can only be enjoyed if you run slowly with your breath. Do not hurry while walking.
  • Needle and thread roll is must.
  • Head Torch/ Hand torch with spare batteries pack.
  • Binoculars.

 

We help you to Trek Better

  • Four men Alpine Tent.
  • Two Men Alpine Tent.
  • Kitchen Tents.
  • Feather Sleeping Bags.
  • Groundsheets/ Mattresses.
  • Porters/Pony.(For kitchen)
  • Mountain Guide.
  • Protective Gears.
  • Equipments.
  • Three Times Meals and Tea with Snacks.

 

Supporting staff belongs to johar valley will be helpful to you in getting knowledge about culture, people and customs of mysterious Johar valley.

 

In the words of Dr. T.G. LONGSTAFF, a seasoned traveller, and mountaineer, who first set foot on the summit of Mt. Trishul.
“I still believe that Uttarakhand is the most beautiful country of all Asia. Neither the primitive immensity of Karakoram, aloof domination of Mt. Everest, the softer Caucasian beauties of neither the Hindukush, nor any of the many other regions of Himachal can compare with Garhwali. Mountains and valleys, forests and Alps birds and animals, butterflies and flowers, all combine to make sum of delight unsurpassable elsewhere. The human interest is stronger than in any other mountain region of the world, for these anciently named peaks are written of in the earliest annals of the INDIAN Society.
See you there......