How to get Nelong Valley Permit 2024

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Written by: Bhuvi Uniyal
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Located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, Nelong Valley is famously known as Ladakh of Uttarakhand. Nelong is at the border with Tibet and that’s why an Inner Line Permit is needed to visit there. All the permit requests are approved by the SDM of Uttarkashi. To get the permit there are several steps that need to be followed. Here is a step by step guide on How to get your Nelong Valley Permit.

Nelong Valley (Image Credit: TehriHikers)

Step 1: Write an Application to the DM of Uttarkashi

In your application mention your interest in visiting Nelong Valley. Mention details of every participant, driver details, and car details. With the application attach all photocopies of the Govt IDs of all the participants. Keep 2 photocopies of this set of applications with you.

Step 2: Visit District Collectorate

After you have written your application, visit the District Collectorate office and submit your application to the DM office. After checking your application with all the details they will give a signed letter and your application.

District Collectorate Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Yz8uTNkmMWBjbyM5A

Step 3: Take your application and signed letter to District Thana

District Thana or Police Station Kotwali is located 500 m from the District Collectorate. Here you will need to submit your Letter and application. This will take some time as they will ask you a few questions. Once they are done they will sign your original letter.

Police Station Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VKrk6cNnZEuQ92L57

Step 4: Visit the District Collectorate Again

Once again visit the DM office and submit your signed original copy. After checking all the signs and details they will generate a permit for your Nelong trip. Keep this permit safe with you.

This permit will need to be shown at the Checkpoint near Bhaironghati. There you will also need to pay the Gangotri National Park entry fee which is around INR 250 per vehicle and INR 150 for each member of the car.

Nelong Valley Permit Example

Important Points to Keep in Mind

  • Keep 1-2 buffer days in between your permit process. Sometimes due to Govt Holidays or any other reason it can take some days to get the permit.
  • Keep 2-3 photocopies and an original copy of your Govt ID with you.
  • Permits won’t be issued to Foreign nationals and NRIs.
  • Mention your official name in your application, not the nickname.
  • It takes usually 1-2 days to get the permit.
  • Keep a check on the weather forecast. If the weather is gloomy or it’s raining, permits won’t be issued.
  • Permit is only valid for a day for a particular time slot. You will need to get back to Checkpoint before 5 PM.
  • It’s cold in the valley and by the time you return, it will be evening. So keep warm clothes with you.
  • Keep enough water and snacks with you before entering the valley.
  • Follow the Leave No Trace protocol.
  • Carry binoculars just in case you see a Snow Leopard.

Need help with your Nelong Valley Permit? We at Himalayan Dream Treks can help you get your permits before you even reach Uttarkashi. Reach out to us at info@himalayandreamtreks.in or call us at +91 94565 46051

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10 responses

  1. Dipak

    Excellent initiative!
    Cheers 🥂
    Let me inbox about Nelong Valley.. immediately

    1. Himalayan Dream Treks
      Himalayan Dream Treks

      Thank you so much! 🙌 We’re glad you appreciate the initiative. Feel free to message us about Nelong Valley whenever you’re ready. We’re here to help! 🏞️

  2. ashutosh kumar

    bike are allowed for nellong valley

    1. Himalayan Dream Treks
      Himalayan Dream Treks

      Hi Ashutosh, Bikes are not allowed within the Valley.

  3. Debasis

    What is your package for harsil , gartang gali, nelong valley

    1. Himalayan Dream Treks
      Himalayan Dream Treks

      Hi Debasis, our package for Nelong Harsil Valley is INR 10,000 + 5% GST from Dehradun to Dehradun. Please call us for more info +91 80896 93825

  4. Siddarth

    Can you apply the permit??

    1. Himalayan Dream Treks
      Himalayan Dream Treks

      Yes, we can handle the permit process for you. Let us know more details. You can send more details at 8089693825.

  5. Jaydeep Choudhury

    Hi Team,

    We need your support getting pass for four person up to Jadung villange including Nelong valley either on 20th Nov or 21st Nov “ 2024.

    Let us know the way forward.

    Regards,
    Jaydeep Choudhury

    1. Bhuvi Uniyal

      Hi Jaydeep, by then National Park Will be closed and you may not get entry. Consider visiting Jadung in First week of November or next May. You can contact us to +91 80896 93835 for more details.

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Bhuvi Uniyal

Bhuvi Uniyal

Hailing from Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, Bhuvi Uniyal is a professional marketer and a dedicated trekking enthusiast. Since 2018, he has pursued a career in marketing, all the while nurturing his love for the mountains. At Himalayan Dream Treks, Bhuvi manages the website, leads the marketing team, and strategizes marketing campaigns. Bhuvi shares a deep connection with the Himalayas. Over the years, he has trekked across the Garhwal, Kumaon, and Himachal regions. Additionally, he regularly volunteers with various NGOs that work for the betterment of these majestic peaks.

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