The starting point for any trekking or visit to GHNP is the Kullu Valley region in the state of Himachal Pradesh. This region is best accessible by road and air. A pre-trek meeting at GHNP headquarters in Shamshi (near Kullu) is recommended. By Road from Delhi Approximately 500 kms by road (14+ hour trip). Take Delhi to Chandigarh by National Highway 1, then to Aut in Mandi district by NH 21. The towns of Chandigarh and Swarghat can be targeted to stay for staging the trip. Road journey in the mountain terrain of Himachal provides good views of Gobindsagar Lake near Bilaspur, followed by lush and wide Bahl Valley. The drive continues through the outskirts of Mandi which leads into the Pandoh gorge. After Pandoh comes the small town of Aut from where a link road goes across the bridge over Beas River into the Banjar valley, where the Park is located. This trip can be made by private vehicle. Private and state run buses to the region are also available. Check with tour guides and books for details from major Indian cities to Bhuntar and Kullu. By Air Airline service is available from Delhi and Chandigarh to Bhuntar. Approximate distances from GHNP Air Port : Bhuntar (Kullu), 50 kms. Railhead : Joginder Nagar (Mandi), 100 kms. Town : Kullu (District HQ), 60 kms.