Milam Glacier Trek – Kumaun Himalaya, Uttarakhand Itinerary

The Milam Glacier trek is one of the best treks in the Kumaun Himalaya range, taking you through remote areas with breathtaking panoramas. The Milam Glacier, situated on the south-facing slope of the Himalayan range, originates from the slopes of Kohli and Trishul peaks. It is the source of the Milam River and a tributary of the Pindar River. Along the way, the route also diverts to the Nanda Devi base. Key places on this tour include Nanda Devi East Base, Gauri Ganga, Lilam, Railkot, Mapa, Martoli, and Munsyari.

Milam Glacier Trek provides an opportunity to explore and experience the beauty of the Indian Himalayas. The trekking journey begins from Munsyari to Milam, involving moderate walks using good tracks to cross rugged terrains, quaint villages, and picturesque streams. The PanchaChuli range captivates the scenic trek on ascending to the Lilam ridge. At an elevation of 3434 meters, the Base Camp boasts beautiful sights of the east face of Nanda Devi. Much of the higher section is through Brijigang Pass to Ralam Valley.

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVE HALDWANI

  • Arrive at Haldwani Railway Station.
  • Transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 2: HALDWANI – ALMORA

  • Drive to reach Almora, one of the larger towns in the Kumaon region.
  • Overnight stay in a hotel.

DAY 3: ALMORA – MUNSIYARI

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Drive to Munsiyari (2290 meters) covering approximately 145 km.
  • Check into the tourist bungalow for an overnight stay.

DAY 4: MUNSIYARI – GAURI GANGA – LILAM

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Start trekking to Lilam (2484 meters) covering approximately 16 km via Gauri Ganga valley.
  • Overnight stay in tents.

DAY 5: LILAM – RAILKOT

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Start trekking to Railkot (3200 meters) covering approximately 12 km.
  • Overnight stay in tents.

DAY 6: RAILKOT – MAPA

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Start trekking to Mapa (3328 meters) covering approximately 10 km.
  • Overnight stay in tents.

DAY 7: MAPA – MILAM VILLAGE

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Start trekking to Milam Village (3423 meters) covering approximately 10 km.
  • Overnight stay in tents.

DAY 8: MILAM VILLAGE – GLACIER – MILAM VILLAGE

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Start trekking to Milam Glacier (3926 meters) covering approximately 20 km.
  • Enjoy the panoramic view from the glacier.
  • Return to Milam Village for an overnight stay in tents.

DAY 9: MILAM VILLAGE – MARTOLI

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Start trekking to Martoli (3385 meters) covering approximately 15 km.
  • Enjoy beautiful views of Nanda Devi East and Nanda Kot peaks.
  • Visit the temple dedicated to Goddess Nanda Devi at the village.
  • Overnight stay in tents.

DAY 10: MARTOLI – LILAM

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Start trekking to Lilam covering approximately 25 km.
  • Overnight stay in tents.

DAY 11: LILAM – MUNSIYARI

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Start trekking to Munsiyari covering approximately 16 km.
  • Check into the tourist bungalow for an overnight stay.

DAY 12: MUNSIYARI – PITHORAGARH

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Drive to Pithoragarh covering approximately 145 km.
  • Lunch on the way.
  • Check into the tourist bungalow for an overnight stay.

DAY 13: PITHORAGARH – HALDWANI

  • Morning breakfast.
  • Drive to Haldwani covering approximately 479 km.
  • Lunch on the way.
  • Check into the hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 14: DEPART HALDWANI

  • Optional sightseeing in Haldwani.
  • Later, transfer to the railway station for departure to onward destination.