RoomsExperiencesFoodVolunteerBlogJournalStay
Trekker standing on a rocky summit at dawn, layered Himalayan ridges stretching to the horizon
Near Auli, Uttarakhand

Into the mountains

Treks, day tours, and quiet hours at 2,400 m.

Multi-Day Treks

Into the High Valleys

Both treks depart from or near Vaadi. We arrange guides, permits, and provisions — you bring your boots and your curiosity.

Easy – Moderate
1 dayApr–Jun & Sep–Nov

Gorson Bugyal

A vast alpine meadow at 3,056 m, just above Auli. The trail winds through oak and conifer forest before opening onto an endless green expanse with Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Hathi Ghoda filling the horizon. Campfire evenings on the bugyal are unforgettable.

  • Alpine meadow at 3,056 m
  • Nanda Devi panorama
  • Campfire on the meadow
  • Day trek from Vaadi
Moderate
4–5 daysApr–Jun & Sep–Nov

Kuari Pass

The trail climbs through oak and rhododendron forests to Kuari Pass at 3,650 m, where you stand face-to-face with the entire Nanda Devi sanctuary, Dronagiri, Hathi Ghoda, and Kamet.

  • Nanda Devi sanctuary views
  • Rhododendron forests
  • Shepherd meadows
  • Accessible from Vaadi
Moderate – Difficult
1–2 daysMay–Jun & Sep–Oct

Chitrakantha Peak

Chitrakantha sits above Gorson Bugyal at 3,900 m — the peak that crowns the meadow. A quieter, less-travelled climb with unobstructed 360° views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Kamet.

  • Summit at 3,900 m
  • Above Gorson Bugyal
  • Nanda Devi 360° views
  • Off the tourist trail
Trekkers walking through autumn forest on a trail near Vaadi
Day Tours

The Land Around Us

Half-day and full-day outings that need no special fitness — just an appetite for local life and mountain air.

Easy – Moderate
Full day

Chopta & Tungnath

Drive to Chopta, then trek 3.5 km to Tungnath — the highest Shiva temple in the world at 3,680 m. Views stretch from Nanda Devi to Chaukhamba.

  • Highest Shiva temple
  • Panoramic Himalayan views
  • Chandrashila summit option
Easy – Moderate
Full day

Auli Meadows

In summer, Auli’s ski slopes transform into vast green meadows. Ride the cable car, walk the ridgeline, and watch the Nanda Devi massif hold up the sky.

  • Cable car ride
  • Panoramic ridge walk
  • Alpine wildflowers
Easy
Half day

Village Heritage Walk

Walk to nearby Garhwali villages. Visit centuries-old temples, browse local markets, and share tea with families whose ancestors have farmed these terraces for generations.

  • Ancient temples
  • Local markets
  • Traditional crafts
At Vaadi

Slow hours, well spent

Not every moment needs a destination. Some of the best ones happen on the veranda.

  • Stargazing

    At 2,400 m with no town lights for miles, the Milky Way is visible to the naked eye. Best on new moon evenings.

  • Birdwatching

    Over 200 species in the pine and rhododendron forests. Dawn walks turn up Himalayan monals and verditer flycatchers.

  • Reading by the fire

    A curated shelf of Himalayan travel and natural history. Evening bonfires in the garden, always with ginger chai.

Vaadi living room with wood stove, blue rug, and floor-to-ceiling mountain views
When to Come

A Season for Every Mood

Vaadi is open year-round. Each season brings a different character to the forest and the mountains.

Mar – May

Spring

Awakening

Rhododendron forests blaze red and pink. Days are warm, nights crisp. Ideal for lower treks and village walks.

  • Village walks
  • Chopta & Tungnath
  • Birdwatching
Jun – Aug

Summer

Green & Wild

Monsoon brings lush meadows and swollen rivers. The high passes are open. The valleys are intensely green.

  • Kuari Pass
  • Auli Meadows
  • Stargazing on clear nights
Sep – Nov

Autumn

Golden & Clear

The finest season. Crystal-clear skies, golden pine forests, perfect trekking conditions. Nanda Devi at its most visible.

  • Chitrakantha Peak
  • All treks
  • Stargazing
Dec – Feb

Winter

Still & Silent

Snow arrives in January. The property is quieter, the forest hushed. Genuine solitude and long evenings by the fire.

  • Fire and books
  • Snow walks
  • Birdwatching
Mooshi the husky on a forest trail near Vaadi
Plan Your Visit

Ready to explore?

Tell us your dates, your interests, and how many are in your group. We’ll put together the right combination of treks, tours, and quiet time for you.

Send an inquiry