Question 1

What is the best time for Nag Tibba trek?

Accepted Answer

The best time for Nag Tibba trek is February to mid-June, and mid-September to end-November. This is is an easy trek and the best weekend break to revitalize you.

Question 2

What is Nag Tibba Trek height?

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The Nag Tibba trek height is perched at an altitude of 9,910 feet from the ground and regarded as the highest summit of the Garhwal Himalayas. From this peak, you can take a glimpse of several lower summits like the Doon valley, Kedarkantha peak, and various others. Though the summit is quite high but the views that it offers makes it worth the effort.

Question 3

How do I get to Nag Tibba?

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Getting to Nag Tibba is an easy one as you can take a direct flight, train or bus to Dehradun after which you can hire a private taxi or local bus that will take you the Pantwari village. From this point, you can trek to Nag Tibba as it is just 8 km.

Question 4

Where is Nag Tibba trek?

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Nag Tibba Trek is located at an elevation of about 3050 meters above the sea level in Garhwal Region of Lower Himalayas. This trek lets you capture the amazing and crystal clear views of Bandarpunch peak, Kedarnath peak, and Chanabang peaks. The trek is located about 90 km from Dehradun and about 60 km from Mussoorie. If you wish to be a part of this trek, you would need to reach Pantwari Village, which happens to be the base camp for the trek.

Question 5

What kind of accommodation is provided during Nag Tibba trek?

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As the trails of Nag Tibba trek are surrounded by dense forests, you are not going to find any luxurious tourist stays here. However, there is no need to worry at all, as the tents are going to come to your rescue. Each of the tents, which will be provided during the beginning of the trek, is highly durable and, thus, can protect you from the cold winds.

Question 6

How to prepare for Nag Tibba trek?

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Since Nag Tibba is an easy-moderate trek, you will not need an athlete physique or stamina but still, you need to be energetic and somewhat fit to cover 10 kilometers or more by walking through the rough forest roads. Except in winter, the other seasons are really easy for doing this trek. You need a good amount of cardiovascular endurance to complete this expedition and for that, you can do jogging or simple exercises every day before the start of the trek. Squats will also be a good option to gain strength in order to keep the targets on the trek easy. For flexibility, you need to do some stretching exercises regularly and it will help you get rid of muscle related problems.

Question 7

What activities are included in Nag Tibba trek?

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As the name suggests at the front, there will be two different activities available in the Nag Tibba Trek program, which are – hiking and camping. By taking part in this adventurous tour, you can enjoy trekking through the beautiful natural surroundings of the Nag Tibba summit. Moreover, you can also relish the authentic experience of camping and lighting up a bonfire during the nighttime. The whole experience would be even more fun and enjoyable if you are traveling with your friends or family members.

Question 8

How is Nag Tibba weather?

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The trekking season starts in March usually and there will be snow in the region but the end of the March will make the snow disappear and then the days will be sunny. Also, there will be moderate hot during day time ranging to 20 to 25* Celsius. But the night temperature will come around 08-13 degree Celsius. During monsoon, there will be rain most of the days and at the top portions, rain will be comparatively lesser. After monsoon, from September to December, the day time will be sunny but the temperature will remain around 14-18 degree Celsius and in the evenings, it drops down to 10 degree or so.

Question 9

What is the Nag Tibba trek starting point?

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Your Nag Tibba trek starting point is your journey from Dehradun and then you will reach to Pantwari village. After Pantwari village you will hit Campsite i.e. Camp-1 and finally, from Campsite your journey to Nag Tibba peak will start.

Question 10

What is the Nag Tibba Trek difficulty level?

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The Nag Tibba trek difficulty level can be considered as easy to moderate as the maximum altitude that you will pass in the course of this trek would be 9,910 ft. above the sea level with a number of steep sections and gradual terrain. People with a decent level of physical fitness can easily be a part of this trek. Nag Tibba Trek is very much popular among beginners, families, and children who love to come over for a weekend getaway.

Question 11

What is the level of fitness expected from the trekkers for Nag Tibba?

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A person joining this trek is required to have an average fitness level. Also, if you have any medical problems like heart disease, breath problems, back pains etcetera cannot join the trek.

Question 12

What is Nag Tibba trek length?

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The Nag Tibba trek length is about 15 km from the base camp that is situated in Pantwari. Pantwari is located at a distance of 60 km from the city center of Mussoorie. It would take you around 7 - 8 hours to reach the summit from the base camp if at all you have a decent level of physical fitness or else you can choose to stay in the campsites and trek slowly.

Question 13

Is Nag Tibba trek guide included in the package?

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Yes, the cost of a Nag Tibba trek guide is also included in the package. Apart from tour guides, the package also includes camping, accommodation, transfer, meals, adventure and sightseeing activities.

Question 14

Which type of shoes should I bring for trek to Nag Tibba?

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Please do not carry the normal sports shoes. As you need the good traction during the Nag Tibba trek, shoes from Woodland or Forclaz 500 is a recommended choice

Question 15

What to carry for Nag Tibba Trek from my end?

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As the temperature is cold throughout the trek with the possibilities of rain, we recommend that you carry woolen clothes, which can be full sleeves woolen sweater, thermal inner wear, windproof jacket, etc. along with a raincoat.

Question 16

How much weight will I have to carry on Nag Tibba trek?

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It is advisable to carry a 6L backpack, weight to be carried will depend on your requirements and capacity.

Question 17

Is Nag Tibba Trek for beginners?

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Yes, the Nag Tibba trek for beginners is a great choice as the trail is an easy one and is considered to be the best Himalayan treks for beginners. It is a small trek of about 8 km and one can opt for it without even giving a second thought. If you are a beginner then this is the best pick for you, as from here you can gape at the grandeur of the Himalayas and have memorable time with the spellbinding displays of nature.

Question 18

Is there snow in Nag Tibba?

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Between the months of November to March, Nag Tibba receives huge snowfall. The temperature here remains constant and between -2 to 5 degrees.

Question 19

How can I reach Pantwari?

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To reach Pantwari Village, you can take a bus or travel in a taxi from Dehradun. This distance is 100 KM and can be easily covered in 2 to 3 hours.

Question 20

How to reach Nag tibba trek from Delhi?

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Nag Tibba is well connected with Delhi through roads and rails as well. You can take local transportation to Dehradun and cover a distance of 255 KM. The remaining distance of 108 KM can be covered by taking a car or other services available.

Question 21

How can I reach Nag Tibba from Dehradun?

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First of all you have to reach Dehradun Railway station or Bus station. From there onwards you need to reach the first point i.e. Pantwari village. This village is at a height of 4,640 Feet and it takes 4 hours of uphill drive from Dehradun Railway or Bus station. As soon as the motorable road ends, Nag Tibba Trekking begins. From Pantwari village it’s a 3-4 hours trek to campsite i.e. Camp-1 where you will be spending the night. Next day you need to start early from the campsite to enjoy Nag Tibba trekking session of 4-5 hours to finally reach Nag Tibba.

Question 22

Can we do Nag Tibba Trek in winters?

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Unlike rest of the treks, The Nag Tibba trek can be done throughout the winters. It is one of those few treks in Himalayan range that operates during winter as well.

Question 23

Can we go for Nag Tibba trek in august?

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Yes, you can go on a Nag Tibba trek in august as the whole valley appears wonderful in the middle of lush green and vibrant flowers. It is a relatively easy trek and you can easily conquer the mountains between the month of August and the month of March. In the course of the trek in August, you will get to spend a lot of time close to nature.

Question 24

Can I go for Nag Tibba trek in December?

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Yes one can go for NagTibba trek in December. The beauty of the Nag Tibba trek increases in the month of December with the onset of winters. The peaks become snow-cladded and that makes the trail a little arduous one. Apart from this, the temperature bar ranges between 7 to -7 degrees celsius that is quite chilling and one must not forget to carry woolen clothes with themselves.

Question 25

Is there any chance to see snow in the Nag Tibba Trek during March?

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There are very chances of sighting snowfall in the month of March as snowfall is completely dependent on the climatic condition. In the month of March, the minimum temperature remains close to -2 degree Celsius and the maximum temperature is not more than 0-degree celsius.

Question 26

How far is Nag Tibba from Mussoorie?

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A trek to Nag Tibba starts from Pantwari village and holds a trail of around 15 KM. To reach Pantwari you will have to cover a distance of 60 KM which will take around 2 to 3 hours.

Question 27

Can we go for a Nag Tibba trek in March?

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Yes, one can go on a Nag Tibba trek in march. The valley would be just wonderful to trek because of the best climatic condition as well as alluring natural scenic and tranquilizing beauty. You can also get a clearer view of the famous Doon Valley, Kedarnath Peak, Gangotri Peak, Bandarpunch Peak in the month of March.

Question 28

Can we go for a Nag Tibba trek in April?

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Yes, you can go on a Nag Tibba trek in April month as it is the most suitable time for trekking and other adventure activities in the valley. Trekking and other outdoor activities are closed and much reduced in the course of the peak winter season because of heavy snowfall. Because of its easy access, you can reach the base camp in Pantwari and be a part of the trek.

Question 29

Can Nag Tibba trek done in one day?

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Yes, you can make it to the summit of the Nag Tibba trek in one day. It would hardly take 7 - 8 hours to cover the distance from the base camp to the summit, which is about 8 km in total. Most of the trekkers who visit this trek prefer to spend some time in overnight camps for perfect relaxation as well as to be a part of some chilling activities like a bonfire.

Question 30

How can I go to Nag Tibba from Delhi by bus?

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You can easily take a bus from Delhi to reach the famous Nag Tibba trek. The total road distance is about 355 km and the roads are well laid out for a safe and comfortable journey. You can reach Dehradun from Delhi by a bus and then book a taxi to take you to Pantwari Village, which happens to be the base camp. After that, you would need to cover the rest distance by trekking.

Question 31

Which are the other best Uttarakhand treks that we can book from Thrillophilia?

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Here is the list of best Uttarakhand treks that you can book from Thrillophilia:Brahmatal TrekRoopkund TrekChandrashila TrekKuari Pass TrekPindari Glacier Trek