Auli is closed in October
Auli is best for skiing January–March. Heavy snow makes cable car access difficult July–August. The ski season officially runs January to March.
A 2,800m snow bowl ringed by Nanda Devi & Dunagiri peaks. India's premier ski destination Jan-March, with a 4-km cable car (Asia's longest) from Joshimath.
What a day here looks like
The things most people actually do in Auli, by time of day.
Morning
- Auli skiing — piste runs with Nanda Devi view4h · strenuous
- Asia's longest gondola cable car ride2h · easy
- Gurso Bugyal alpine meadow trek3h · strenuous
- Badrinath Char Dham temple (40km)4h · easy
Afternoon
- Kwani Bugyal meadow & Chattrakund lake3h · strenuous
About 16h of activity in total — the planner spreads this across your days and fits travel time around it.
Must-see highlights
Auli ski slopes (Jan–Mar)
Asia's longest gondola cable car
Nanda Devi & Trishul panorama
Gurso Bugyal meadow trek
Artificial snow lake
Kwani Bugyal alpine meadow trek
Chattrakund lake hike
Joshimath town base camp
Tapovan hot springs
Badrinath day trip (40km)
Chenab Lake trek (21km)
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On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Rishikesh 270 km · Jolly Grant (DED) 290 km
Nearest transport
Stay options
In Oct, expect stays around 30% cheaper than the base rate.
Best time to visit
January – March (skiing), April – June
How to get here
Rishikesh → Auli
cab · 9h
₹8,500
approx.
Rishikesh → Joshimath
bus · 10h
₹800
approx.
Nearby attractions
Auli questions, answered
What is the best time to visit Auli?
The best months are May, June, April. January – March (skiing), April – June December scores lowest on weather and conditions.
How many days do you need in Auli?
Most people spend 2 days in Auli. There are around 5 main things to do, totalling roughly 16 hours of activity.
How do you get to Auli?
The nearest railway station is Rishikesh (270 km) and the nearest airport is Jolly Grant (DED) (290 km). The cheapest common route is Rishikesh → Joshimath by bus, about ₹800 per person one way.
How much does a trip to Auli cost?
Stays start around ₹2,200 per night, with food about ₹500 per person per day and entry at ₹50.
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