{"id":11869,"date":"2026-07-18T03:46:11","date_gmt":"2026-07-18T03:46:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/?p=11869"},"modified":"2026-07-18T03:50:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T03:50:24","slug":"nabi-village","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/nabi-village\/","title":{"rendered":"Nabi Village: A Himalayan Paradise in Uttarakhand"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nabi Village Uttarakhand is a small hamlet in the Vyas Valley of Pithoragarh district, at about 3,300 metres (~11,000 ft) on the sacred <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/adi-kailash-yatra-route-map\/\">Adi Kailash\u2013Om Parvat Yatra route<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most travellers pass through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/gunji-village\/\">Gunji<\/a> and never realise that Nabi, barely a few kilometres away, offers quieter homestays and a genuine window into Rung community life in the Kumaon Himalayas. Planned well, it can be the soul of your yatra.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Quick Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> High-altitude Rung village in Vyas Valley, Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Importance:<\/strong> Popular overnight halt on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/adi-kailash-yatra\/\">Adi Kailash<\/a>\u2013<a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/om-parvat\/\">Om Parvat<\/a> route.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> Around <strong>70\u201380 km<\/strong> from Dharchula.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Permit:<\/strong> <strong>Inner Line Permit (ILP)<\/strong> is mandatory.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best Time:<\/strong> <strong>May\u2013June<\/strong> and <strong>September\u2013October<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-11871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nabi-Village-Uttarakhand.webp\" alt=\"Nabi Village Uttarakhand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nabi-Village-Uttarakhand.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nabi-Village-Uttarakhand-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nabi-Village-Uttarakhand-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nabi-Village-Uttarakhand-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Where Exactly Is Nabi Village?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nabi (locally called Nabiyal) sits close to Gunji near the India\u2013Nepal\u2013Tibet trijunction, along the Kali River corridor from Dharchula into the Vyas Valley. This remote border village lies in a restricted zone, so every visitor needs a valid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/inner-line-permit-for-adi-kailash-yatra\/\">Inner Line Permit (ILP)<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Don&#8217;t confuse Nabi with Nabidhang<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 the first is where you sleep; the second is the Om Parvat viewpoint.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Who Are the Rung Community?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Rung (Rang\/Byansi) are a trans-Himalayan community of the Vyas, Darma, and Chaudans valleys. Once traders on the old Tibet routes, they migrate seasonally \u2014 high villages in summer, lower settlements near Dharchula in winter. Their cedar-and-stone houses, distinct language, and Shaivite traditions make a halt here culturally rich.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why Nabi Deserves a Night, Not Just a Drive-Through<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nabi is a living settlement, not a transit camp. Several local Rung families now run community homestays alongside their traditional homes.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manokamna Temple<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 local devotees believe wishes made here are fulfilled; evening darshan is popular.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Culture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 folk music, traditional dress, and Pandava stories from elders on a village walk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Day trips<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/jolingkong\/\">Jolingkong<\/a> for Adi Kailash and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/parvati-sarovar\/\">Parvati Sarovar<\/a>; early-morning drive towards Nabidhang for Om Parvat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our observation, travellers halting in this Himalayan settlement often describe quieter nights than at Gunji.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Best Time to Visit Nabi Village<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The best time to visit Nabi Village is May\u2013June and September\u2013October, when roads are open and homestays operational. July\u2013August brings landslide risk; in winter, many residents move to lower settlements and access becomes very limited.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Season<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Months<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Verdict<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-monsoon<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May\u2013June<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best window; peak rush<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monsoon<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July\u2013August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid; frequent disruptions<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-monsoon<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sept\u2013Oct<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clearest views<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nov\u2013April<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snowbound; limited access<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-season days stay around 10\u201318\u00b0C; nights can touch freezing. Weather shifts fast, so local drivers generally prefer early departures.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to Reach Nabi Village<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reach Kathgodam or Tanakpur<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 nearest railheads (Kathgodam is roughly 280\u2013300 km from Dharchula). Nearest airport: Pantnagar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drive to Dharchula<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 the last town with hotels, ATMs, fuel, and a hospital.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete ILP formalities at Dharchula.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dharchula to Nabi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 the Dharchula to Nabi Village distance is approximately 70\u201380 km depending on the permitted route (4\u20135 hours). Use a high-ground-clearance local vehicle with an experienced driver.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><strong>Distance Chart (Approximate \u2014 verify current road status)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Stretch<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Distance<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Time<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kathgodam \u2192 Dharchula<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~280\u2013300 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9\u201310 hrs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pithoragarh \u2192 Dharchula<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~90\u201395 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3\u20134 hrs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dharchula \u2192 Gunji\/Nabi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~70\u201380 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4\u20135 hrs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nabi\/Gunji \u2192 Jolingkong<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~50 km (approx.)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.5\u20133.5 hrs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gunji \u2192 Nabidhang<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~15\u201318 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\u20131.5 hrs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Road status:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Connectivity has improved significantly over the years, though landslides still disrupt travel \u2014 check with the Dharchula administration before departure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nabi Village Inner Line Permit<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the time of writing, the ILP is issued through the SDM office in Dharchula; registered tour operators routinely assist. Rules change, so confirm the current process with the district administration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Commonly required:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Aadhaar (with copies), passport photos, a medical fitness certificate, and \u2014 with some operators \u2014 advance accommodation confirmation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entry rules for foreign nationals and OCI holders depend on current security regulations \u2014 verify before planning. Permits are checked at ITBP\/army posts; carry copies in a waterproof pouch.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nabi Village Homestay Booking &amp; Stay<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nabi primarily offers community-run homestays rather than conventional hotels, plus KMVN facilities nearby. Expect basic clean rooms, thick quilts, bucket hot water, and hot vegetarian food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indicative cost: <\/span><b>\u20b91,000\u20131,500 per person per night with meals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (approximate; confirm while booking).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Nabi vs Gunji: Which Halt Is Better?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Factor<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Nabi<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Gunji<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crowd<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quieter<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Busier hub<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family homestays<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homestays + KMVN<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vibe<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cultural, personal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transit-style<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facilities<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slightly better<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><strong>Altitude Sickness &amp; Medical Help<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxygen is noticeably thinner in this high-altitude village \u2014 acclimatize with a night at Dharchula or Gunji. Watch for AMS symptoms (headache, nausea, breathlessness); descend if they worsen. The nearest full hospital is at Dharchula, so prevention matters.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Sample Itinerary (5\u20136 Days)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Day 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kathgodam \u2192 Dharchula.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Day 2:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Permit work; drive to Nabi\/Gunji.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Day 3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Jolingkong \u2014 Adi Kailash darshan, Parvati Sarovar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Day 4:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Early drive towards Nabidhang for Om Parvat; return to Nabi.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Day 5\u20136:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Return via Dharchula, keeping a weather buffer day.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Connectivity, ATM &amp; Fuel<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BSNL generally provides the most reliable coverage, though it remains intermittent \u2014 inform family before crossing Dharchula. Withdraw cash and refuel there too; the valley has no ATMs or fuel pumps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Budget Breakdown (Approximate, Per Person)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Expense<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Estimate<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kathgodam\u2013Dharchula transport<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b91,500\u20134,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local vehicle in valley (shared)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b93,000\u20135,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homestay + meals (per night)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b91,000\u20131,500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permit + documentation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b9500\u20131,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full packaged yatra (5\u20138 days)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b925,000\u201340,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><strong>Senior Citizen Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get an honest medical check-up and confirm any age-related permit conditions with the administration. Add an extra acclimatisation night, travel with a group, and prefer morning darshan \u2014 visibility often drops after noon.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Packing List<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Layered woollens, windproof jacket, sturdy shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, power bank, torch, dry snacks, ORS, medicines, cash, document copies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skipping acclimatisation and rushing to Jolingkong.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confusing Nabi with Nabidhang while booking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrying only cards \u2014 no ATMs beyond Dharchula.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ignoring AMS symptoms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning travel in the July\u2013August monsoon.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><strong>Responsible Tourism<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carry waste back, avoid single-use plastic, respect photography restrictions near military areas, and buy local \u2014 tourism income directly supports Rung families.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>FAQs\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><b> What is Nabi Village famous for?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cultural halt on the Adi Kailash Yatra \u2014 Rung homestays, Manokamna Temple, and traditional Vyas Valley houses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> What is the altitude of Nabi Village?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 3,300 metres (~11,000 ft), per Uttarakhand Tourism documents. Ascend gradually via Dharchula.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Do I need a permit to visit Nabi Village?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 a Nabi Village Inner Line Permit, issued at Dharchula against ID, photos, and a medical certificate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> How far is Dharchula to Nabi Village?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately 70\u201380 km depending on the permitted route; roughly 4\u20135 hours by road.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> What is the best time to visit Nabi Village?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May\u2013June and September\u2013October. Monsoon brings landslides; winter access is very limited.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Is Nabi Village worth staying overnight?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 quieter and more cultural than Gunji, and it aids acclimatisation before Jolingkong.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> How do I do a Nabi Village homestay booking?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through registered Adi Kailash operators or KMVN, ideally weeks ahead in peak season.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Are there hotels in Nabi Village?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No conventional hotels \u2014 mainly community-run homestays, plus KMVN units in nearby villages.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Is mobile network available?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BSNL is generally most reliable but intermittent. Expect a near-total digital detox.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Can foreigners visit Nabi Village?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entry for foreign nationals and OCI holders depends on current security regulations \u2014 verify with the district administration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Gunji vs Nabi \u2014 which is better?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gunji has slightly better facilities; Nabi is quieter and more personal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Difference between Nabi and Nabidhang?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nabi is a residential village; Nabidhang, ~15\u201318 km beyond Gunji, is the Om Parvat viewpoint.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> How many days for a Nabi Village trip?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan 5\u20138 days from Kathgodam, including permits, darshan days, and weather buffers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> What food is available?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh vegetarian meals \u2014 dal, rice, seasonal vegetables, rotis, Kumaoni dishes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Is there electricity and hot water?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electricity is erratic; hot water usually comes by bucket. Carry a power bank and torch.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Which river flows near Nabi?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Kuthi Yankti, part of the Kali River system in the Vyas Valley.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Is the route safe?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally yes in season, but landslides occur \u2014 check road status before departure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> Do senior citizens need special permission?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conditions vary \u2014 confirm with the Dharchula administration and carry a medical fitness certificate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Final Word: Should Nabi Be on Your Itinerary?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re doing the Adi Kailash\u2013Om Parvat Yatra, the honest answer is yes \u2014 make Nabi Village Uttarakhand your overnight base rather than rushing through. This Nabi hamlet suits pilgrims seeking quieter darshan, culture-focused travellers, and families wanting authentic homestays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit in May\u2013June or September\u2013October, sort your ILP a day early, book your homestay in advance, and travel with an experienced local driver. Do that, and Nabi won&#8217;t just be a dot on your map \u2014 it&#8217;ll be the part of the journey you talk about years later.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Suggested Tour<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/adi-kailash-yatra-tour-packages\">Adi Kailash Yatra Tour Packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nabi Village Uttarakhand is a small hamlet in the Vyas Valley of Pithoragarh district, at about 3,300 metres (~11,000 ft) on the sacred Adi Kailash\u2013Om Parvat Yatra route. Most travellers pass through Gunji and never realise that Nabi, barely a few kilometres away, offers quieter homestays and a genuine window into Rung community life in the Kumaon Himalayas. 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