Valley of Flowers Permit Registration Process

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Valley of Flowers National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand State. It was established in 1982 and was recognized as a World Heritage Site on 17 July 2005. The Valley of Flowers is popularly known for its meadows and different species of flowers.

It is also home to rare and endangered animals like the Gray Langur, Flying Squirrel, Black Bear, Red Fox, Himalayan Weasel, Lime Butterfly, and Snow Leopard. The Valley of Flowers covers an area of 87 Square kilometers. Visitors can find over 600 species of flowers, including Orchids, Marigolds, Daiies, Poppies, Primus, and anemones.

The only way to reach the Valley of Flowers is on foot. Trek Distance is approximately 16 km. This trek is one of the most beautiful and popular treks among tourists. Trek is quite challenging and for help Ponies and Porters are also available. Tourists can not stay overnight at the Valley of Flowers and they have to return to Ghangaria by 5 PM.

Valley of Flowers will going to open on 01-06-2025 and close on 31-10-2025.

How to Register Online for the Valley Of Flowers Visit 2025

Interested Indian and Foreign tourists who plan to visit the Valley of Flowers National Park will have to obtain a permit first.
Permit is a mandatory document that is going to be needed to gain entry in the Valley of Flowers National Park.
It is hereby reminded that the Permit to Valley of Flowers is only valid for 1 day.
Online Registration of permits is available through Official Website of Valley of Flowers National Park.
Visit the Website and Click on Apply for Permit.
Tourists will have to choose the Name of Trek, Number of Visitors and their Date of Visit and click on Search after that.
The website will show the available dates for the Valley of Flowers Visit and Trekking and tourists will have to click on the Book Now button.
The following details will have to be filled by the tourist in the Online Permit Registration Form of Valley of Flowers National Park :-
Fill the Captcha code and click on Save and Proceed.
The Mobile Number of the Tourist will be verified through OTP.
Tourists will then have to provide the details about other facility charges if he/ she is carrying a camera.
The last step is of payment, in which tourist will have to pay the permit fees as per their eligibility.
Tourist can download their Visiting Permit to the Valley of Flowers after payment is successful.
Visit the Valley of Flowers on the scheduled date and enjoy the majestic views of the Himalayas and experience the rich flora and fauna.
The opening date of Valley of Flowers if 1^st of June 2025 and its closing date is 31^st of October 2025.

Offline Permit Registration Process of the Valley of Flowers

The Government of Uttarakhand also provides the facility to tourists in which they can get their permit to visit the Valley of Flowers directly from the checking counters.
Offline Permit Issuing Counters for the Valley of Flowers Visit have been set up in Ghangaria.
Reach Ghangaria via Govindghat and obtain a permit from the authority by paying the entry fees and other facility charges if applicable.
Indians will show Voter ID, PAN Card or Aadhaar Card for a permit.
Whereas, foreign tourist will have to show their Passport.
Take the Valley of Flowers Permit and enjoy the trail of breathtaking views.
No Camping is allowed inside the Valley of Flowers.

How to Download the Permit for the Valley of Flowers Trek Online

No tourist will be allowed to enter the Valley of Flowers National Park without a valid permit.
A tourist who applied online for a permit can download it from the Official Website.
Open the Valley of Flowers Official Website and Click on Download Permit.
A window will open in which the tourist will have to enter the Permit Number and Date of Birth of a Team Leader as shown below in the image and click on Search and Download.
The website will confirm the booking details and show the booked permit of the Valley of Flowers of Trek.
Tourists can download it and should carry it all the time during the trek.
Those tourist who obtain their permit offline can collect their permit instantly from the booking counter.

Fees/ Charges of Valley of Flowers Trek 2025

A visit to the Valley of Flowers is not free.
National and International tourists/ Trekkers will have to pay nominal fees to visit the Valley of Flowers.

For the year 2025, the Ticket/ Permit Price of Valley of Flowers Visit as per eligibility are given below :-

Indian + SAARC Nation Tourist
Kid (Age 0 to 12 years)	No Fee
Young Adult Student (Age 12 to 18 years)	Rs. 50/-
Student (Age 18 years +)	Rs. 100/-
Adult	Rs. 200/-
Disabled	Rs. 100/-
Senior Citizen	Rs. 100/-
Foreigner/ International Tourist
Kid (Age 0 to 12 years)	Rs. 800/-
Young Adult Student (Age 12 to 18 years)
Student (Age 18 years +)
Adult
Disabled
Senior Citizen

Other Charges

Tourists will have to pay additional charges/ fees if they have to use a photography camera or film a feature or documentary film at the Valley of Flowers.

The following fee structure will be applicable for Indian and foreign tourists for using of camera and filming a film :-

Indian Tourist
Photography Camera Fees
SLR (Non Commercial)	No Fee
SLR for Lens 300 MM or More than 300 MM (Non Commercial)	Rs. 500/-
Commercial Photography	Rs. 750/-
Filming Fees (Per Day)
Feature Film	Rs. 1,00,000/-
Documentary Film	Rs. 10,000/-
Security Money per Film (Refundable)
Feature Film	Rs. 1,00,000/-
Documentary Film	Rs. 50,000/-
Foreign/ International Tourist
Photography Camera Fees
SLR (Non Commercial)	Rs. 1,000/-
SLR for Lens 300 MM or More than 300 MM (Non Commercial)	Rs. 1,500/-
Commercial Photography	Rs. 2,000/-
Filming Fees (Per Day)
Feature Film	Rs. 2,00,000/-
Documentary Film	Rs. 30,000/-
Security Money per Film (Refundable)
Feature Film	Rs. 2,00,000/-
Documentary Film	Rs. 1,00,000/-

Charges Submission and Necessary Permission

Filming a Featured Film or a Documentary Film or Using Drones within Valley of Flowers National Park requires permission from the appropriate authority.
Any tourist who is interested in featuring a film or documentary film or wants to use a drone during the Valley of Flowers Trek can take permission from the Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (PCCF Wildlife or Chief Wildlife Warden (CWLW) of Uttarakhand.
The address and contact details to take permission are mentioned below :-
- Address :- 85, Rajpur Road, Dehradun.
- Landline Number :- 0135-2746691.
- Email :- cwlwua@yahoo.co.in.
Tourists will have to pay the Camera fee at the Gate Counter of the Valley of Flowers.
Filming Charges, Documentary Charges, Drone Charges, and Security Deposit will be deposited at :-
- Address :- Division Officer, Nanda Devi National Park, Jyotirmath.
- Mobile Number :- +91 8171625570.
- Email :- "dcfndnp-forest-uk@nic.in", "dfonandadevi@gmail.com".

Valley of Flowers National Park Tariff Charges Rules

To avail student discount on ticket price, an identity card from a Government Institution is must.
An Identity Card issued by a Medical Officer or the Social Welfare Department is a must for a Physically Handicapped Tourist.
Senior Citizens whose age is 60 years or more will have to show proof of age by showing any government-issued age proof.
Young Adult students under 18 years will have to bring their school identity cards.
No fees for kids who are below 12 years of age.
Showing a Passport at the Checking Counter is a must for Foreign Citizens.

How to Reach the Valley of Flowers

Valley of Flowers is situated in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand State at an altitude of 3,858 meters or 12,654 feet above sea level.

Tourist can reach the Valley of Flowers through the following ways :-

By Flight

Jolly Grant Airport in the District Dehradun is the nearest connecting Airport.
The distance of Jolly Grant Airport from Govindghat is 279 Km.
You can hire a taxi from there or reach Rishikesh first to take bus and then reach Govindghat.

By Train

The nearest Railway Station to Valley of Flowers is Yog Nagari Rishikesh Railway Station.
The distance of Rishikesh Railway Station from Govindghat is 265 Km which will be covered through Taxi or by Bus.

By Road

The last motorable road to Valley of Flowers is till Govindghat.
Govindghat is well connected by road from major bus station like Dehradun ISBT, Rishikesh Bus Stand and Haridwar Bus Stand.
Tourist can take the bus and easily reached Govindghat and from there you can take taxi to Pulna Village.
From Pulna Village the trek of Valley of Flowers has started.

What You Should Do During Trek

Tourist who are planning to visit Valley of Flowers should have follow the below mentioned practices all the time during trek :-

Online Registration/ Permit is Mandatory.
Avoid Trekking during Bad Weather.
Hiring Local Guide and Porter is compulsory for safety and convenience.
Trek with Essential Items like Waterproof Jacket, Waterproof Pants, First Aid Kit, Water, Food etc.
Do not Go Off Trail.
Use Available Toilets Only, Do not Defecate in Open.
Aware about High Altitude Sickness.
Respect Wildlife and Nature.
Have in Constant Contact with the Forest Department.
Forest Department will not be responsible for any Mishap, Injury, Accident, Death of a Tourist during Trek.

What You Should Not Do During Trek

Government of Uttarakhand has strict instructions for Tourist to not indulge in any of the below mentioned activity during Trek to Valley of Flowers. If any Tourist break the rules and regulation then an appropriate action as per law will be taken against them.

Do not make unnecessary and excessive noise. (Shout only in case of emergency)
Do not litter trash or bury it.
Do not use those products which have strong scents.
Do not carry or use any fuelwood, camping stoves during the trek.
Flying Drone is strictly prohibited without the permission of Chief Wildlife Wared of Forest Department.
Do Not uproot any flora and fauna, it is illegal/
Do not leave open fires or cigarette buts.
Do not consume alcohol, drugs, aerated drinks during trek.
Do not throw intoxicants or plastic or any type of bottles.
Do not carry ammunition or firearms and chemicals which can harm wildlife.
Do not make a disturbing environment for plants and animals.
No shooting, hunting and teasing of wild animals is permissible.
Do not carry any pet or wild animal with you.
Do not deface any sign board.
Do not write or paint on tree, pillar, rock or anything.
Do not play loud music without headphone.

Nearest Places to Visit

While exploring the beauty of Valley of Flowers, tourist can also expend their visit to explore some nearest popular destinations which are :-

Important Links

Contact Details

Helpline Number :- +91 8171625570.
Helpdesk Email :-
- dcfndnp-forest-uk@nic.in.
- dfonandadevi@gmail.com.
Deputy Conservator of Forest of Nanda Devi National Park,
Jyotirmath, District - Chamoli,
Uttarakhand - 246443.

Frequently Asked Questions

1.When will the Valley of Flowers open for visitors in 2025?

The Valley of Flowers National Park will be open to tourists starting from June 1, 2025, and will remain accessible until October 31, 2025. Visiting outside this period is not allowed due to weather and conservation reasons.

2.Is it mandatory to register for a permit before visiting the Valley of Flowers?

Yes, every visitor, whether Indian or foreign, must obtain a valid permit before entering the park. This rule applies to both online and offline registrations.

3.Where can I apply for an online permit for the Valley of Flowers trek?

Permits can be applied for through the official website of Valley of Flowers National Park. After selecting your trek date and number of visitors, you can complete the form, pay the fee, and download the permit.

4.Can I get an offline permit for the Valley of Flowers trek?

Yes, offline permits are available at the Ghangaria Permit Counters. You must carry a valid ID (like Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Passport for foreigners) and pay the required fee.

5.How long is the trek to reach Valley of Flowers?

The trek from Pulna Village to the Valley of Flowers is approximately 16 kilometers long and can be moderately challenging. Porters and ponies are available for assistance if needed.

6.Are tourists allowed to stay overnight in the Valley of Flowers?

No, overnight stays are strictly prohibited within the Valley of Flowers. All visitors must return to Ghangaria by 5:00 PM on the same day of entry.

7.What kind of identification is required for students or senior citizens to avail discounted tickets?

Students must carry a valid school or college ID issued by a government institution. Senior citizens (60+ years) should bring a government-issued age proof, like Aadhaar or a PAN card.

8.Are there any fees for children visiting the Valley of Flowers?

Yes. Children under 12 years of age can visit for free. Charges apply to children above that age bracket depending on their student or adult status.

9.What is the cost of an entry permit for Indian visitors?

Yes. Foreign visitors, including those from non-SAARC nations, are charged higher permit fees. The fee for foreign tourists is Rs. 800.

10.How can I get permission for drone usage or commercial filming in the park?

Tourists must contact the Chief Wildlife Warden or the PCCF Wildlife office in Dehradun to seek prior approval for drone usage or commercial film projects in the Valley of Flowers.

11.What precautions should trekkers follow during their visit?

Trekkers must stick to marked trails, carry essentials like water and a raincoat, avoid littering, and respect the natural environment. Hiring a local guide is also advised for safety.

12.What are some prohibited activities inside the Valley of Flowers?

Activities like camping, smoking, alcohol consumption, loud music, littering, and disturbing wildlife are completely banned. Violators may face legal consequences.

13.What other tourist places can be visited along with Valley of Flowers?

Popular nearby attractions include Hemkund Sahib, Badrinath Temple, Rudranath Temple, and Tungnath Temple, all offering spiritual and scenic experiences.

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