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Activity
Things to do in Munsiyari
10 sights, walks and activities, 6 of them free.
- Things to do
- 10
- Free
- 6
- Best months
- Oct–Nov, Mar–Jun
- Ideal stay
- 4 nights
Things to do in Munsiyari
Guided Khaliya Top hike
₹1,000–₹1,300 per person7 hours
A long hike through rhododendron forest to the high alpine meadows of Khaliya Top, with wide views of the peaks.
Representative photo · Photo by Tanmoy Pal on Pexels
Patal Bhuvaneshwar cave visit
₹100–₹150 per person1 hour
Representative photo · Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh on Pexels
Nanda Devi Temple
Free2 hours
A small ridge-top temple to Nanda Devi with open views of the Panchachuli peaks.
Walk to Mesar Kund
FreeHalf day
A forest walk up to Mesar Kund, a small lake in the woods above the town.
Birthi Falls
Free1 hour
A tall waterfall dropping beside the Thal road, worth a stop on the drive in or out.
Photo: Deeps2200 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Darkot weavers' village
Free2 hours
A village below Munsiyari where families knit woollen shawls, caps and socks by hand.
Good to know
- The Thal–Munsiyari road often closes in the monsoon (Pithoragarh Police reported closures in August 2025); avoid July–September.
- Kalamuni pass can be blocked by snow for a day or two in January–February.
- Permits: No permit for Indians to Munsiyari or Khaliya Top (forest entry fee only).
Questions
What are the best things to do in Munsiyari?
Guided Khaliya Top hike; Patal Bhuvaneshwar cave visit; Panchachuli peaks at sunset; Nanda Devi Temple; Walk to Thamri Kund; Walk to Mesar Kund.
What can you do for free in Munsiyari?
Panchachuli peaks at sunset; Nanda Devi Temple; Walk to Thamri Kund; Walk to Mesar Kund; Birthi Falls; Darkot weavers' village.
Can you do adventure activities in Munsiyari?
Yes: Guided Khaliya Top hike (₹1,000–₹1,300).
What is the best time to visit Munsiyari?
Oct–Nov, Mar–Jun. Avoid Jul–Sep.
How many days do you need in Munsiyari?
4 nights covers the main sights at an easy pace; from Delhi that fits a long weekend.