{"id":30629,"date":"2025-02-18T23:12:36","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T04:42:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/?p=30629"},"modified":"2025-12-09T04:39:16","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T04:39:16","slug":"janaktal-trek-uttarakhand-himalayas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/janaktal-trek-uttarakhand-himalayas\/","title":{"rendered":"Janaktal Trek: India’s 2nd highest trek in Jadung valley in Uttarakhand"},"content":{"rendered":"

Janaktal Trek: India’s 2nd highest trek in Jadung valley in Uttarakhand<\/h1>\n

The\u00a0Janaktal Trek<\/strong>\u00a0in\u00a0Jadung Valley<\/strong>\u00a0is set to become the\u00a0world\u2019s second-highest trekking route<\/strong>, reaching an impressive altitude of\u00a017,716 feet (5,400 meters)<\/strong>\u00a0above sea level. This exciting new trek promises breathtaking views, thrilling adventures, and a chance to explore the untouched beauty of the\u00a0Garhwal Himalayas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0Janak Tal Trek<\/strong>\u00a0is a\u00a0new and unexplored adventure<\/strong>\u00a0in the\u00a0Garhwal Himalayas<\/strong>. For the\u00a0first time<\/strong>, this trek is being opened for tourists. Until now, it was only used by the\u00a0ITBP<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Army<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

India\u2019s Second Highest Trek Janak Taal\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Janaktal trek<\/strong> is a 12 km<\/strong> route through high-altitude terrain, leading to a beautiful lake<\/strong> surrounded by snowy peaks<\/strong>. Trekkers can explore a region that was once off-limits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Areas like Jadung, Nelong, and Sonam Valley<\/strong> were closed after the war<\/strong> and turned into military zones<\/strong>, restricting access. Now, following Ladakh\u2019s tourism model<\/strong>, the Uttarakhand government<\/strong> plans to open these routes<\/strong> to attract adventure travelers<\/strong> from India and abroad.<\/p>\n

The Jadhs of Jadung (Jadh-Dung)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The most exciting part is that\u00a0Jadung village<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>will become the\u00a0base camp<\/strong>\u00a0for the trek.\u00a0Astronomy enthusiasts<\/strong>\u00a0will also enjoy this trek, as the clear skies are perfect for stargazing.<\/p>\n

The name\u00a0Jadung<\/strong>\u00a0likely comes from\u00a0Jadh<\/strong>\u00a0(the name of the tribe that lived in the valley) and\u00a0Dung<\/strong>\u00a0(meaning mountain). While British mapmakers referred to it as\u00a0Jadhang<\/strong>, locals in\u00a0Uttarkashi<\/strong>\u00a0call it\u00a0Jadung<\/strong>\u00a0(possibly\u00a0Jadh-Dung<\/strong>), which aligns with its pronunciation.<\/p>\n

The economy of\u00a0Jadung<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Nelong<\/strong>\u00a0villages was traditionally driven by\u00a0agriculture<\/strong>,\u00a0livestock<\/strong>, and\u00a0commerce<\/strong>. Today, the\u00a0Jadh population<\/strong>\u00a0is estimated at around\u00a02,500<\/strong>, with over\u00a060%<\/strong>\u00a0living in the\u00a0Kinnaur Valley<\/strong>\u00a0in\u00a0Himachal Pradesh<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and the rest in\u00a0Harsil<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Dunda<\/strong>\u00a0villages in\u00a0Uttarakhand<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Though the Jadh people have\u00a0Bhotia origins<\/strong>, they show strong\u00a0Garhwali influences<\/strong>. While they converted to\u00a0Buddhism<\/strong>\u00a0and adopted Tibetan rituals during the period of Tibetan domination, their cultural heritage, including the\u00a0legend of King Janak<\/strong>\u00a0and festivals like\u00a0Pandav Lila<\/strong>, remains alive in their traditions.<\/p>\n

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Historical Records<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The documented history of the Jadh people and the region comes from the archives of the\u00a0Garhwal<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Bushahr<\/strong>\u00a0states, as well as writings by\u00a0European explorers<\/strong>. However, no records date back earlier than the\u00a01700s<\/strong>. European interest in the area began around\u00a01807<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Jadung Valley Uttarakhand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Currently Janak Taal ,<\/strong> tourists are not allowed to stay overnight due to the Inner Line Permit<\/strong>\u00a0restrictions from\u00a0Bhairav Ghati<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0Nelong Valley<\/strong>\u00a0on the\u00a0Gangotri Highway<\/strong>. However, efforts are being made to remove these restrictions, making the\u00a0Janak Tal Trek<\/strong>\u00a0route\u00a0smoother and easier<\/strong>. This will also boost\u00a0tourism activities<\/strong>\u00a0in\u00a0Jadung village<\/strong>, creating new opportunities for visitors and locals alike.<\/p>\n

Inner Line Permit for Janaktal Trek ( Janak Taal )<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Currently, an <\/span>Inner Line Permit<\/strong>\u00a0restricts overnight stays in areas like\u00a0<\/span>Bhairav Ghati<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>Nelong Valley<\/strong>\u00a0on the\u00a0<\/span>Gangotri Highway<\/strong>. However, efforts are being made to remove these restrictions, which will make the\u00a0<\/span>Janak Tal Trek<\/strong>\u00a0route\u00a0<\/span>more accessible and convenient<\/strong>. This change will also boost\u00a0<\/span>tourism activities<\/strong>\u00a0in\u00a0<\/span>Jadung village<\/strong>, creating new opportunities for the region and its visitors.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Uttarakhand Uttarkashi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Uttarkashi<\/strong>, in\u00a0Uttarakhand<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Uttarkashi<\/strong>, in\u00a0<\/span>Uttarakhand<\/strong>, is one of the\u00a0<\/span>most visited tourist destinations<\/strong>\u00a0in India. Surrounded by the majestic\u00a0<\/span>Himalayan peaks<\/strong>, it offers incredible opportunities for\u00a0<\/span>trekking<\/strong>, making it a top spot for adventure lovers. Popular trekking trails like\u00a0<\/span>Dodital<\/strong>,\u00a0<\/span>Kedarkantha<\/strong>,\u00a0<\/span>Har Ki Dun<\/strong>, and\u00a0<\/span>Dayara Bugyal<\/strong>\u00a0have been favorites for years.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The\u00a0district management<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0tourism department<\/strong>\u00a0are constantly working to discover new and stunning trekking routes in Uttarakhand, aiming to boost the state’s\u00a0tourism potential<\/strong>\u00a0and offer even more exciting experiences for visitors.<\/p>\n

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Jadung Village Nelong Valley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Janak Taal<\/h3>\n

Adding to these adventures, the\u00a0Janaktal Trek<\/strong>\u00a0in\u00a0Garhwal, Uttarakhand<\/strong>, is set to amaze travelers. Located at an elevation of\u00a05,400 meters<\/strong>, this trek will open to tourists for the\u00a0first time<\/strong>. Situated\u00a011 km from Jadung village<\/strong>, it was previously restricted due to its location in the\u00a0Inner Line<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

However, following the\u00a0district administration’s orders<\/strong>, preparations are now underway to make this trek accessible, offering a\u00a0new and thrilling experience<\/strong>\u00a0for adventure seekers.<\/p>\n

The stunning\u00a0Janaktal Trek<\/strong>\u00a0will open for tourists and adventure lovers starting\u00a01st April 2022<\/strong>. Visitors will need permission from the administration to explore Janaktal, as it falls under the\u00a0Inner Line Permit<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Gangotri National Park<\/strong>\u00a0areas.<\/p>\n

Janaktal Trek Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • Stargazing<\/strong>: The clear, refreshing atmosphere of Nelong Valley on the Janaktal route offers perfect conditions for stargazing.<\/li>\n
  • Wildlife Spotting<\/strong>: Located within Gangotri National Park, the trek allows tourists to spot rare wildlife like\u00a0Snow Leopards<\/strong>,\u00a0Bharal (Blue Sheep)<\/strong>, and\u00a0Brown Bears<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  • Astronomy Enthusiasts<\/strong>: Special arrangements, including binoculars, have been made for astronomy lovers to enjoy the night sky.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Jadung Nelong Valley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Update on Stay Options<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    There\u2019s no official update yet on proper stay arrangements, but efforts are being made by the administration to prepare the area for tourism. Currently, staying after\u00a05:00 PM<\/strong>\u00a0is not allowed, but this is expected to change soon.<\/p>\n

    How to Reach Janaktal?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Janaktal ( Janak Taal ) is 35 km from Gangotri village<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a012 km from Nelong<\/strong>. Since it falls under the\u00a0Inner Line Permit<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Gangotri National Park<\/strong>, you\u2019ll need permission from the administration to visit. Start your journey from\u00a0Gangotri<\/strong>, visit the\u00a0Ma Gangotri Temple<\/strong>, and then take a detour from\u00a0Bhaironghati towards Nelong<\/strong>. Along the way, you\u2019ll see\u00a0beautiful water streams<\/strong>,\u00a0wooden bridges<\/strong>, and\u00a0Jadung temples<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Are You Ready?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Are you ready to explore this\u00a0unexplored trekking route ( janak taal )<\/strong>\u00a0in Uttarakhand? With the\u00a0Janaktal Trek<\/strong>\u00a0now added to the list of top trekking routes, your adventure here will be\u00a0one of a kind<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi<\/strong>\u00a0will visit\u00a0Gangotri<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Mukhba<\/strong>\u00a0on\u00a0February 27<\/strong>\u00a0to kick off the\u00a0winter yatra<\/strong>\u00a0in Uttarakhand. During his visit, he will lay the foundation stone for the\u00a0Janaktal Trek<\/strong>, which will become the\u00a0world\u2019s second-highest trekking route<\/strong>. This visit is seen as a major step to boost\u00a0winter tourism<\/strong>\u00a0in the region.<\/p>\n

    Preparations are in full swing<\/strong>\u00a0to promote\u00a0adventure tourism<\/strong>\u00a0in unexplored areas like\u00a0Nelong<\/strong>,\u00a0Jadung<\/strong>, and\u00a0Sonam Valley<\/strong>. Events such as a\u00a0motorbike rally<\/strong>, an\u00a0ATV-RTV rally<\/strong>, and\u00a0two trekking expeditions<\/strong>\u00a0will be launched from\u00a0Harsil<\/strong>\u00a0to highlight these destinations.<\/p>\n

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    • The\u00a0Indian Army<\/strong>\u00a0will lead the\u00a0motorbike-ATV-RTV rally<\/strong>\u00a0starting from Harsil.<\/li>\n
    • The\u00a0Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB)<\/strong>\u00a0will organize a\u00a0motorbike rally to Jadung<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    • The\u00a0Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)<\/strong>\u00a0will conduct a\u00a0trekking expedition<\/strong>\u00a0from\u00a0Neelapani to Mulling La Base<\/strong>, and another trek from\u00a0Jadung to Janaktal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Authorities view PM Modi\u2019s visit to\u00a0Harsil-Mukhba<\/strong>\u00a0as a\u00a0historic moment<\/strong>\u00a0to promote\u00a0winter tourism<\/strong>\u00a0in Uttarakhand. Local officials have planned a\u00a0grand welcome<\/strong>, including arrangements for his\u00a0darshan and worship<\/strong>\u00a0at the\u00a0Ganga Temple in Mukhwa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

      Ahead of the event, officials inspected the venue in\u00a0Harsil<\/strong>\u00a0to finalize logistics such as\u00a0seating<\/strong>,\u00a0traffic management<\/strong>,\u00a0parking<\/strong>,\u00a0electricity<\/strong>, and\u00a0water supply<\/strong>. Cleanliness is a top priority, with well-maintained\u00a0toilet facilities<\/strong>. An\u00a0exhibition<\/strong>\u00a0showcasing\u00a0local products and crafts<\/strong>\u00a0is also being planned to highlight Uttarakhand\u2019s\u00a0culture and economy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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