Binsar Trek

The Chand Dynasty which ruled Kumaon from the seventh to the eighteenth century AD had Binsar as their former summer capital. The quiet charming hamlet is one of the most picturesque spots in the Kumaon hills rising 2420 meters above sea level.

This small village nestled in the Kumaon Jhandi hills is roughly 385 kilometers from Delhi and 24 kilometers from Almora. Zero Point is 2 km away on foot from KMVN Tourist Rest House and can be reached by taxi to Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary.

The Binsar sanctuary Almora town Kasar Devi and Bageshwar Dham are all within striking distance promising an eventful 3-4 days.

Binsars local cuisine is a must-try before you depart. Among the well-liked dishes are Kumaoni raita Palak ka kapa Kaudh ke daal Bhatt ki daal Bhaang ki khatai Madve ki roti (ragi roti) and Aloo ke gutke. These meals are typically made with a variety of regional ingredients including pulses herbs and spices.

In all 604 vascular plants from 103 families and 421 genera were identified. The dominant genera were Crotalaria Eragrostis and Euphorbia while the dominant family was Poaceae which was followed by Asteraceae Fabaceae Lamiaceae and Rosaceae.

For a one-way trip, the Kathgodam to Binsar taxi fare starts from INR 2486. The charges to book outstation cab may differ depending on the date and time of your journey and the type of car you are choosing to travel from Kathgodam to Binsar. You can also book a Binsar to Kathgodam cab on MakeMyTrip.

It provides breathtaking views of the magnificent Himalayan peaks including Chaukhamba Trishul Nanda Devi Shivling and Panchachuli because of its location. Locals claim that the 16th-century Bineshwar Mahadev temple which is devoted to Lord Shiva is the source of Binsars name.