Binsar Wildlife Sanctuaryबिनसर वन्यजीव अभयारण्य
An oak and rhododendron forest above Almora. Zero Point shows the whole Himalayan range.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereAlmora, Uttarakhand
Kumaon
Kumaon
Best time to visit15 March to 15 June and 15 September to 15 December
Good seasonsSummer (March to May), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyModerate
Height2412 m above sea level
Time needed1 to 2 days
Base and nearbyBinsar, Almora
EntryForest entry fee at the gate
About Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
A forest sanctuary of oak, rhododendron and deodar above Almora, with a viewpoint at Zero Point, at about 2,400 metres, from which Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Trishul and Nanda Devi are all visible on a clear morning. The drive to the gate is about 30 km, and a walk of a few kilometres from the entrance gate leads to the viewpoint. Early mornings are best, before the haze.
What to see and do
- Zero Point viewpoint of the Himalayan range
- Oak and rhododendron forest
- Birdwatching trails
- Early morning light on the peaks
- Quiet forest walks
Part of The Himalaya.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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- Kasar DeviAlmora, Uttarakhand · Temples & ShrinesA ridge top temple above Almora with Himalayan views.
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