5 Unexplored Villages in Uttarakhand You Can’t-Miss

Hello travellers, ‘UTTRAKHAND’ is the ‘देव भूमि’ of India located at the foothills of the Himalayan mountain range. We travel to mountains to calm our souls & Uttrakhand is the most unique among mountain ranges. Places like: Nainital, Mussoorie, Haridwar, Rishikesh etc; are stunning & famous places across Uttrakhand but are overcrowded.

Except these places, there are many such places which are less overcrowded and also soothing. There are many villages in Uttarakhand which are unrecognised but are worth seeing. This blog will help you to know about those beautiful places and to visit them.

The following list of 5 unexplored Villages in Uttarakhand are:

1. Chaukori, Pithoragarh

This small village is located in the Kumaon region in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand. Its beautiful tea gardens are the main attraction of this hill station, which were established by the British. It offers a breathtaking view of Himalayan beauty.

Things to Do in Chaukori:

• Nature Walks
• Tea Gardens Tour

• Location: Pithoragarh, Kumaon
• Best time to Visit: April-June, September-November
• Recommended Stay: 2 days
• Nearest Railway Station: Kathgodam, 180 km
• Nearest Airpot: Pantnagar Airpot, 205 km

2. Harsil, Uttarkashi

Harsil is an unspoiled jewel of Uttarakhand. This paradise village is located on the banks of the Bhagirathi River in the Uttarkashi District of the Garhwal region. This village is situated on Uttarkashi-Gangotri road at a distance of 72 km from Uttarkashi.

Things to Do in Harsil:

• Trekking
• Village Tours

• Location: Uttarkashi, Garhwal
• Best time to Visit: April-June, September-November
• Recommended Stay: 2 days
• Nearest Railway Station: Dehradun, 217 km
• Nearest Airpot: Dehradun, Jolly Grant Airpot, 232 km

3. Manila, Almora

Manila is a lesser-known hill station in Almora district of Uttarakhand in the Kumaon region, located about 85 km from Ranikhet. It is a paradise for bird-watching. Its diverse ecosystems offer an ideal habitat for various bird species.

Things to Do in Manila:

• Trekking
• Visit Manila Devi Temple

• Location: Almora, Kumaon
• Best time to Visit: April-June, September-November
• Recommended Stay: 2-3 days
• Nearest Railway Station: Kathgodam, 145 km
• Nearest Airpot: Pantnagar Airpot, 170 km

4. Chopta, Rudraprayag

Chopta is a stunning location full of high-altitude grasslands and forests. Some call it the Switzerland of India. For those who are interested in trekking Chopta can be present. Deoria Tal to Chandrashila Peak trekking is one of the most important treks here.

Although the number of people visiting Chopta and nearby places is increasing, Chopta can still be considered as one of the offbeat places in Uttarakhand.

Things to Do in Chopta:

• Trekking
• Camping

• Location: Rudraprayag, Garhwal
• Best time to Visit: September-June
• Recommended Stay: 3 days
• Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh, 200 km
• Nearest Airpot: Dehradun, Jolly Grant Airpot, 220 km

5. Malari, Chamoli

Last on the list of unexplored villages in Uttarakhand is Malari Village.

Malari is near the Tibet border and is part of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Malari is an old Himalayan village with its own unique architecture and slate roofing houses.

Things to Do in Malari:

• Village Tours
• Hiking

• Location: Chamoli, Garhwal
• Best time to Visit: April-June, September-November
• Recommended Stay: 2 days
• Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh, 316 km
• Nearest Airpot: Dehradun, Jolly Grant Airpot, 332 km

These 5 Unexplored Villages in Uttarakhand are likely to avoid the crowds of tourists that are common in popular places and will help you to have more space and privacy to enjoy the surroundings and you’ll be able to experience the local culture more authentically. Don’t miss these places on your next trip to Uttarakhand.

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Suraj