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Auli

India's Premier Ski Destination — Nanda Devi Panorama
📅3-4 Days
🌤️Jan – Mar (skiing), Apr – Jun (trekking)
📍2,519 m Altitude
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2,519 m
Altitude
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Jan – Mar
Best Season
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3-4 Days
Ideal Duration
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500 km · 11 hrs
From Delhi

About Auli

India's premier ski destination with a panorama of Nanda Devi (7,816m), Kamet, Mana Parvat and Trishul peaks. Asia's longest gondola (4 km) links Joshimath to Auli.

In summer, the snowy slopes transform into green meadows with sweeping Himalayan vistas — beautiful in every season.

Best Time to Visit

January–March for skiing with fresh powder. April–June for trekking through wildflower meadows. October–November for clear Himalayan views.

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Summer
Apr – Jun
Green meadows, wildflowers, 10–20°C. Perfect for Gorson Bugyal and Kuari Pass treks.
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Monsoon
Jul – Sep
Heavy rain, landslide risk on Joshimath road. Gondola may close. Not recommended.
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Autumn
Oct – Nov
Clear skies, snow-dusted peaks. Spectacular 360° Himalayan panoramas. 5–15°C.
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Winter
Jan – Mar
Ski season! Fresh powder, -5 to 5°C. GMVN ski courses available. Book well ahead.

How to Reach

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By Air
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (279 km). Then road to Joshimath + gondola to Auli.
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By Train
Haridwar Junction (295 km) or Rishikesh (270 km). Then 9–10 hr drive to Joshimath.
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By Road
Delhi → Haridwar → Rishikesh → Joshimath → Auli (500 km, 11–12 hrs). Gondola from Joshimath.

Things to Do

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Skiing
Beginner to advanced slopes with GMVN instructors. Ski equipment available for rent.
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Gondola Ride
Asia's longest cable car (4 km) from Joshimath to Auli. Breathtaking valley views.
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Gorson Bugyal Trek
3 km trek to pristine alpine meadow at 3,056m. Camping and 360° Himalayan views.
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Nanda Devi Viewpoint
Unobstructed views of India's second-highest peak (7,816m) and the entire Nanda Devi range.
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Kuari Pass Trek
Classic 4-day trek through rhododendron forests with panoramic Himalayan views.

Related Packages

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Travel Tips

1

Book gondola tickets early — queues can be 2+ hours during ski season.

2

Carry thermal layers, snow boots and UV sunglasses for winter visits.

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GMVN ski courses (7-day) are excellent value — includes equipment and instruction.

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Joshimath is the base town — stay there if Auli accommodation is full.

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Road conditions to Joshimath can be poor post-monsoon. Check NHAI updates.

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May–June for Char Dham Yatra and hill stations. July–Sep for Valley of Flowers. Oct–Nov for clear skies. Dec–Feb for Auli skiing and Corbett safaris.

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Easy: Chopta–Tungnath (4 km). Moderate: Valley of Flowers (17 km). Challenging: Kedarnath (16 km steep, 4–6 weeks conditioning). We share fitness guidelines with every booking.

Trekking: all meals + accommodation. Pilgrimage: breakfast & dinner. Leisure: breakfast only. Full-board upgrade available on any package.

Uttarakhand is one of India's safest states. GPS-tracked vehicles, background-checked guides, female staff at campsites, 24/7 helpline. We offer women-only departures.

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Haridwar: 220 km (4.5 hrs). Rishikesh: 240 km (5 hrs). Nainital: 320 km (7 hrs). Mussoorie: 280 km (6 hrs). All reachable by road or overnight bus.

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