Om Parvat Trekking: Transportation and Necessities

Posted by Rishikesh Tourism India Inc on October 4th, 2019

Trekking is one of the best ways to rejuvenate our mind and body. In a life full of stress and tensions, heading for a trek to a peaceful place can refresh the tired soul. It will also enhance our physical strength through movements and stretches of muscles. For this reason, many people go for trekking to a distant place and gain a lot of new experiences. Om Parvat in Uttarakhand is the best site for trekking, where one can witness the magnificent view of deposited snow resembling the symbol 'Om' on the surface of the mountain. Many backpackers also trek to this place by booking an Om Parvat trekking package.

How to Reach?

Since there are no roads and vehicles accessible to Om Parvat, trekking is the only means to reach the spot. Munsiyari is the nearest point, accessible through motorbikes and other vehicles. So, one can initiate the trek from here towards the Kumaon Himalayas and Om Parvat. For people coming by road, either by a bus or car can reach up to Dharchula, which connects most of the major cities and towns around the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. One can find a lot of taxis and buses from Kathgodam, which is the main transport junction in the Kumaon Hills. Trekkers wishing to travel from their cities and town through the railway can reach up to Ramnagar railway station, which is the nearest station to Munsiyari. From here, one can reach out to various cities. Since there are no direct flight services to Munsiyari, people wishing to travel by air can fly up to Pantnagar Airport, which is the nearest airport to Munsiyari with a distance of about 188 km. One can take a rental car or book a bus to reach Munsiyari from Pantnagar.

Things to Carry

Trekking to Om Parvat is not a rollercoaster ride that you may get exhausted after accomplishing a few distances of trails. So, it is always advisable to carry sufficient water bottles along with energy drinks and diets. For more convenience, dry fruits, chocolates, and energy bars would be a great idea that can be stored for many days. Regardless of which season you are visiting, it is always advisable to carry warm clothes while trekking to Om Parvat. To prevent your feet from blistering and freezes, always wear a pair of thick hiking boots. Sometimes, one may get confused and lost in the trekking trails of the Parvat, so, to avoid such inconveniences, having the trek route in handy can be helpful. Nowadays, smartphones also serve as the best companion to trace the trekking trail. For this reason, it is always advisable to take along power banks to prevent the device from battery runoff. Apart from all these, the most crucial asset to carry is a set of first aid kit as a safety measure to fix injuries.

Conclusion

With these few pieces of transport information and the necessary things to carry, you can plan for Om Parvat Trekking. Choosing your preferred mode of transport, arrange your tour itinerary along with the essential items stated above.