Skiing and Snowboarding
Half day to Full day | Moderate
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Uttarakhand, India
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Auli is India's premier ski destination and high-altitude adventure hub located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand at 2,500–3,000 metres elevation. It offers year-round trekking, skiing in winter, and panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi and Nar Parbat. This offbeat mountain retreat is perfect for adventure seekers looking to escape mainstream tourist trails.
Auli is India's premier ski destination and high-altitude adventure hub located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand at 2,500–3,000 metres ele...
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Trekking to Auli Top
Full day | Moderate
Camping at Alpine Meadows
Overnight | Easy
Sunrise Hike to Gurson Bugyal
Half day | Easy
Mountain Biking
Half day | Moderate
Photography Tour of Himalayan Views
Half day | Easy
Gurson Bugyal
Pristine alpine meadow offering breathtaking panoramic views of Nanda Devi and surrounding peaks. | 3 km
Joshimath Town
Ancient pilgrimage site with historic temples and local markets, gateway to Auli. | 22 km
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Auli is the only place in India where you can ski during winter months, with modern slopes and equipment rentals making it accessible to beginners and experts alike. The alpine meadows and pristine forest landscape offer unparalleled trekking and camping opportunities in other seasons.
Best time
October to March
How to reach
From Joshimath, take the Auli road which is a well-maintained highway. The route passes through pine forests and Himalayan landscape. From Delhi, drive to Rishikesh then towards Devprayag and eventually reach Joshimath, from where Auli is 22 km away.
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