Drive to Explore The Great Himalayan National Park up Close & Personal

It is natural that when you take the pains to travel, you expect the best! Even when we talk about National Parks, don’t you want to visit the one that lets you get a glimpse of the best of nature and wildlife located there? And say for instance, if you catch hold of the name (and hear of the fame!) of such a destination, how about driving all the way to that location? We understand you don’t own a car. But if you enjoy your time behind the wheels, you can always get a nice car rental to complete your journey perfectly.

India prides in having lots of inviting destinations. These include the famous, lovely valleys to the fine and fetching riversides, prepossessing lakes, and even magnetic mountains. And around these mountains, especially near the Himalayas, you get to see some of the internationally famous national parks or wildlife sanctuaries. Well, amongst these attractive National Parks, the Great Himalayan National Park is one of the most famous and searched for by the tourists. So, today we are inviting you to take an exciting trip as we guide you around with our narration.

Top things to keep in mind while travelling to the Great Himalayan National Park!

• Best Time to Visit The Great Himalayan National Park — The best time to visit this park is during the winters when you can enjoy the weather and wildlife both perfectly and also because this natural park is considered to be at its best in colder seasons.  Even summers are amazing. But driving to this destination during the monsoons is strictly not advisable as the roads can be very slippery and risky.
• Things to do around the Great Himalayan National Park — Looking for the things to do in and around this national park? Then do enjoy your time to the fullest by trying out the sports activities awaiting you there, exploring sightseeing opportunities, and even visiting the temples situated around the National Park.

A complete guide to the Great Himalayan National Park

Are you super eager to know everything about The Great Himalayan National Park? Well, we are sure you are eager to plan your road-trip. Just a minute! Read this post to enjoy your trip to the hilt. 

• Best route to reach the Great Himalayan National Park — The Great Himalayan National Park is located in the Seraj Forest Division near Kullu. That is why you should know that when you are opting for road trips to the Great Himalayan National Park, you won’t get any direct motor routes to the park. You’ll have to drive from Kullu to Ropa, Shangarh to Tirthan Valley, and finally to the Great Himalayan National Park. 
• The vast area and spread of the Great Himalayan National Park — Obviously, there are several other wonderful National parks in India. And you’ll be surprised to know that three of the famous national parks are in the vicinity of the Great Himalayan National Park itself. The Rupi Bhaba Sanctuary, Pin Valley National Park, and Kanwar Wildlife Sanctuary are located pretty close by.  The Great Himalayan National Park is located at a height of 1500 – 6000 metres. Can you understand what this means? You’ll get to see a spectacular panoramic view of the area around and click ravishing pictures when you visit this Park. It’s also a pretty vast area of around 754 square kilometres.
• Entry fees for The Great Himalayan National Park— The entry fees for the Great Himalayan National Park are 100 INR for Indian visitors and 400 INR for foreigners.
• The incredible fauna of The Great Himalayan National Park— You’ll be really delighted to know that there are around 375 types of fauna in this National Park. And you’ll get to see the rarest animals of the country too, like — the Himalayan Musk Deer, snow leopard, tahr, goral, and the Himalayan Brown Bear. And thankfully, all these rare species found here are protected well. 
• The alluring flora of The Great Himalayan National Park — Do you know what is the most amazing part of this national park? It’s the super incredible flora! The Deodar and oak trees found in this region are pretty famous. But yes, you’ll also find hundreds of other plant species like chestnut, pines, spruces, and alpine herbs in this region.

More national parks at the foothills of Himalayas 

• Jim Corbett National Park
• Askot Musk Deer Sanctuary
• Gangotri National Park
• Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary

We all know that Himalayas are spread across a wide stretch. So, definitely there are some equally mesmerising national parks in its other parts as well. And if you are done exploring the Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh, you can drive towards the other magnificent ones located in Uttarakhand which are also pretty popular as the places to visit in Uttarakhand in Summers. 

1. Jim Corbett National Park

Don’t ever miss visiting this famous Uttarakhand national park and wildlife sanctuary – Jim Corbett National Park — which is one of the best in the country. You’ll get to see some of the rarest animals of the country like the Bengal tiger and can even enjoy the famous elephant safari in this national park. 

2. Askot Musk Deer Sanctuary

This sanctuary is a treat to the eyes for you get to see the musk deer from a close proximity. These deer are totally unique from others and can be seen relaxing in their natural habitat in this sanctuary. And since this sanctuary is located at the foothills of Himalayas and is the coldest place in Uttarakhand, the view of the snow-clad mountains and glaciers can be really breathtaking.

3. Gangotri National Park

Take a safe car rental from Revv and drive towards the Gangotri National Park if you wish to see some really hidden treasures of flora and fauna of Uttarakhand. It prides in having the rarest of wildlife, true! But that’s not all. You can also unleash your adventurous side in Uttarakhand by trekking along the wonderful Nellong Valley located here. Enjoy a scenic view at Bhojbasa camping site within this national park and try trekking to the Gaumukh Glacier while exploring this park.

4. Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary

Be ready to spot and click the yellow-throated marten, leopard, snow leopard, Himalayan black bear and more such rare wild animals at the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. And because it’s located at the foothills of the Himalayas, you can never doubt the beauty of this destination. 

Well, these national parks are truly a pride of our country. And with the convenience of your self-drive car rental, it becomes super easy to reach them. So, tell us — when do you plan to explore the Great Himalayan National Park and the other equally enticing ones around it?