{"id":362,"date":"2016-07-05T12:53:11","date_gmt":"2016-07-05T12:53:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trodly.com\/blog\/article\/trekking-in-india-the-20-best-treks-in-india"},"modified":"2018-09-17T12:23:10","modified_gmt":"2018-09-17T12:23:10","slug":"trekking-in-india-the-20-best-treks-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trodly.com\/blog\/article\/trekking-in-india-the-20-best-treks-in-india","title":{"rendered":"The 20 Best Treks in India"},"content":{"rendered":"

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From the snow capped mountain ranges of Himalayas to rough glaciers to frozen rivers to delightfully colourful valleys of flowers. Indian landscape has some of the most amazing treks which could accommodate varied degrees of difficulty.\u00a0Trekking in India is not only a physical journey but also a spiritual one too.\u00a0Here are some of the best treks we have chosen from across the length and breadth of India:<\/p>\n

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1) RoopKund Trek – The Mystery Lake<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/125281656@N05\/14798915772<\/span><\/p>\n

Roopkund<\/a>, or Mystery Lake is a high altitude glacial lake situated in Uttarakhand which is famous because of the hundreds of human skeletons, dating back to 9th century B.C. found at the edge of the lake which are visible when the snow melts. Surrounded by snow capped mountain ranges on all the sides, with rivers flowing by the side and miles of meadows, Roopkund trek is an enjoyable experience.<\/p>\n

Duration: <\/strong>7 days\r\n<\/pre>\n
Difficulty Level: <\/strong>Moderate to Difficult<\/em>\r\n<\/pre>\n
Ideal Time: <\/strong>Mid-May to June end, Mid-Sept to Oct.<\/em>\r\n<\/pre>\n
Region: <\/em><\/strong>Uttarakhand <\/em>\r\n<\/pre>\n
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\u00a02) Markha Valley Trek – The ‘Tea House’ Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/magda-maciek\/3997329666<\/span><\/p>\n
Situated in Ladakh<\/a>, passing through beautiful Buddhist monasteries, villages and high altitude pastures, Markha Valley<\/a> trek is one of the most famous treks of this region. The valley runs parallel to the Himalayan mountain range and has some of the most scenic barren landscapes making it the most sought after trek in the region. Accommodation is available in most villages in tents and huts giving it the \u2018tea house\u2019 trek name.<\/p>\n
Duration:<\/strong> 5 to\u00a07 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate (from Chilling), Difficult(from Stok)
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Mid-June to mid-October<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir<\/address>\n
Book Now: Markha Valley Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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3) The Frozen River Trek – Chadar Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/parthachowdhuryphotography\/8478125992<\/span><\/p>\n
Chadar trek, the most glamorous treks of Ladakh<\/a>, with cold water flowing just few inches below the frozen Chadar river under you feet, is also one of the toughest treks in the world. It is a winter trek where the harsh terrain and bone chilling cold will pump up the adrenaline to another level.<\/p>\n
Duration:<\/strong> 10\u00a0to 18 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:\u00a0<\/strong>Moderate to Difficult<\/address>\n
Ideal Time:<\/strong> Mid-Jan to End-Feb<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Ladakh\/Zanskar, Jammu & Kashmir<\/address>\n
Book Now:\u00a0Chadar Trek 2019<\/a><\/p>\n
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4) Stok Kangri Trek –\u00a0A Mighty Six Thousand-er<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/albertotto\/9727512343<\/span><\/p>\n
Stok Kangri is comparatively easier of the six thousand-er peaks but is still no cake walk and\u00a0requires proper acclimatization.\u00a0Stok Kangri in Ladakh is\u00a0the highest trekable summit in India (20,182 feet\/6,153 mts).\u00a0Snowy areas, narrow rivers and scenic valleys, Stok Kangri has it all to offer to the adventurers.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>5 to\u00a08 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Difficult<\/address>\n
Ideal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Mid-July to end-September. Oct is also possible.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir<\/address>\n
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Book Now:\u00a0Stok Kangri Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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5) Kuari Pass Trek –\u00a0The Lord Curzon’s Trail<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/rickmccharles\/10514114883<\/span><\/p>\n
The alpine meadow of Kuari Pass trek are one of the few treks in the Himalayas which are accessible even in winters. A moderately difficult trek, Kuari Pass trek offers the breathtaking view of the enchanting Himalayan mountain range including mountains like Nanda Devi, Dunagiri, Kamet and many more.<\/p>\n
Duration:<\/strong> 6\u00a0to 9 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Easy to Moderate
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Apr-June, Sept-Nov. Winter trek is also done.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
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Book Now: Kuari Pass Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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6) Gangotri – Gaumukh – Tapoban Trek – The Gateway to Heaven<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/lenchik\/197134993<\/span><\/p>\n
Along the holy river Bhagirathi, the trek takes you all the way up to the mouth of the river, popularly known as Gaumukh<\/a> which is situated at the base of the Gangotri<\/a> glacier. This trek is best recommended for nature lovers who like a bit of adventure like rock-climbing, boulder-hopping and glacier-traversing.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>5 to\u00a07 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate<\/address>\n
Ideal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>April to mid-June, mid-Aug to Sep.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
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7) Valley of Flowers and Hemkund\u00a0Trek –\u00a0The Enchanting Landscape<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/mbukhari\/7659974668<\/span><\/p>\n
Situated in the Nanda Devi Bio Reserve<\/a>, one of the national parks of India, Valley of Flowers<\/a> leaves you intoxicated by the heavy scent of the flowers on the valley floor. July and August are the best times to undertake this trek as flowers are in their full bloom during that time.\u00a0The holy lake of Hemkund<\/a> is an important pilgrimage of Sikhs and Hindus and lies near the Valley of Flowers.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>5 to 8 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Easy<\/address>\n
Ideal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>July, Aug & Sept.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
Book Now: Valley of Flowers Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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8) Nanda Devi East Base Camp Trek
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/96800334@N04\/14529524552<\/span><\/p>\n
The second highest mountain peak in India, Nanda Devi is one of the highest peaks of the Himalayan mountain range. Considered one of the hardest peak to conquer, June to September is the ideal time to visit it.\u00a0Ever since the closure of Nanda Devi Inner sanctuary region, Nanda Devi East Base Camp is the closest one can get to witnessing the beauty of the Nanda Devi.\u00a0Nanda Devi Bio Reserve<\/a> is the\u00a0most spectacular wilderness areas in the Himalayas.<\/p>\n
Duration: 12<\/strong>\u00a0to 20 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Medium to Difficult\u00a0<\/address>\n
Ideal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Mid-June to end-Sept.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
Book Now: Nanda Devi – Brij Ganga Pass Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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9) Har ki Doon Trek – The\u00a0Valley of Gods<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/paulhami\/14803023184<\/span><\/p>\n
Also known as Valley of God, Har ki Doon valley situated below Fateh Parvat, is one of the most beautiful valleys in Western Himalayas. At a height of 3566 mts, Har ki Doon offers rich variety of flora and fauna with breathtaking meadows and beautiful glacier basins in middle of mountain peaks.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>5 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Easy to Moderate\u00a0<\/address>\n
Ideal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Mid-May to June, Sept to Oct.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
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Book Now: Har ki Doon Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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10) Pindari Glacier Trek –\u00a0Soul of Kumaon<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/laura7581\/14245355657<\/span><\/p>\n
Situated in the upper reaches of Kumaon Himalayas and surrounded by snowcapped peaks, Pindari Glacier<\/a> is a 90 km round trip trek which could be comfortably completed in 6 days. Lying at the southern end of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary nestled between the Nanda Devi and Nandakot mountains, Pindari Glacier offers breathtaking scenic beauty which is beyond words and also one of the most easily accessible glaciers.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>8 to 10 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Easy to Moderate\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>April to November (except monsoon season)<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
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11) Pin Parvati Valley Trek \u2013 Land of Ibex and Snow Leopards<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/ajayb\/1483128974<\/span><\/p>\n
A 100 km trans Himalayan trail with the highest point at an altitude of 5319 mts, is a great adrenaline booster for seasoned trekkers. The amazing trek has some of the most spectacular sceneries and mind-blowing landscapes which change as you move from Kullu<\/a> to Spiti<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>9 to 12 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty<\/strong> Level:\u00a0Difficult
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>May to September (Except Monsoon season)<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Himachal Pradesh<\/address>\n
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12) Kinner Kailash Circuit Trek –\u00a0Abode of Lord Shiva<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/kartz\/244850016<\/span><\/p>\n
The 79 feet vertical rock in the Kinner Kailash mountain range, one of the mythical abodes of Lord Shiva is one of the finest adventures in Himachal Pradesh<\/a>. Considered sacred by both the Hindus and the Buddhists, this trek is considered one of the toughest in Himachal Pradesh.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>9 to 12 days\u00a0<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Difficult
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>End-June to October<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong>\u00a0Himachal Pradesh<\/address>\n
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13) Goecha La Trek – The Romantic Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/wink\/210228746<\/span><\/p>\n
The mountain pass in Sikkim<\/a> at a height of 16,207 ft, Goecha La<\/a> pass also serves as the base camp for those who aspire to scale the world\u2019s third highest peak, the Kanchenjunga mountain. With the trail passing through forests and meadows, Goecha La Trek is also one of the most romantic treks in the Himalayas.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>8 to 12 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate to Difficult
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>End-April to end-Juned; Mid-Sept to end-Oct.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Sikkim, North East India<\/address>\n
Book Now: Goechala Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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14) Rupin Pass Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Best<\/strong><\/p>\n
source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/ajayb\/2667243349<\/span><\/p>\n
Rupin Pass Trek is a high altitude trek across the Himalayas starting in Uttarakhand<\/a> and ending in Himachal Pradesh<\/a>. This is not an easy trek especially if taken up early in the season when most of route is covered by snow and ice. Also since some sections of trek are steep, all the trek gears have to be carried by yourself or porters.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>5 to 8 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate to Difficult
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Mid-May to June, Sept to Oct.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Uttarakhand & Himachal Pradesh<\/address>\n
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15) Nag Tibba Trek – To\u00a0Serpent’s Peak<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/paulhami\/5284625094<\/span><\/p>\n
This trek can be done throughout the winter season when most of the treks in higher Himalayan ranges are closed. Trek passes through dense deodar forest and provides stunning views of high Himalayan peaks such as Bandarpoonch peak.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>2 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Easy
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>End-April to Oct; Jan to mid-March for a Winter trek in snow.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
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16) Khatling Glacier Trek – To The\u00a0Auden’s Col<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/niranjansrinivas\/2153951361<\/span><\/p>\n
The Khatling Glacier<\/a> trial along the Bhilangana river valley is one of the most scenic treks making it a photographer\u2019s delight owing to the stunning landscapes, snowcapped mountains and hanging glaciers. This moderately difficult trek is as alluring as it is spectacular.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>8 to 10 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Difficult
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Apr to May & Sep to Oct.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
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17) Milam Glacier Trek – Jewel of\u00a0Kumaon\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Best<\/p>\n
source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/aditipany\/3417400003<\/span><\/p>\n
One of the major glaciers in the Kumaon mountain range, Milam Glacier<\/a> trek is along the base of the mountain Nanda Devi at an elevation ranging from 18000 ft to about 12700 ft at its snout. Passing through forests, waterfalls, villages and streams, this trek is a great way to explore Uttarakhand.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>8 to 12 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>May to June & Sept to Oct.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Uttarakhand<\/address>\n
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18) Kodachadri Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Best<\/p>\n
source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/ubshreenath\/2312561270<\/span><\/p>\n
Situated at an elevation of 1343 mts in the Western Ghats, Kodachadri<\/a> is one of the best known trekking destinations in South India. The view of sunrise and sunset from the peak is breathtaking.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>2 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate
\nIdeal Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Oct to Feb.<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Karnataka<\/address>\n
Check Out: Kodachadri Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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19) Kudremukh Trek – Trek to ‘Horse face’<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Best<\/p>\n
source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/rahulr\/4070388860<\/span><\/p>\n
Kudremukh<\/a>, meaning horse-face, is a 6 km uphill trek in Chikmangalur<\/a> district of Karnataka. Trekking is permitted in Kudremukh only from 6 am to 5 pm and make sure you have necessary permissions from the forest officials.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>1 to 2 days,\u00a0<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Easy
\nIdeal Time:<\/strong> Oct to Feb<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Karnataka<\/address>\n
Book Now: Kudremukh Trek<\/a><\/p>\n
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20) Kumara Parvatha Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Best<\/p>\n
source:\u00a0www.flickr.com\/photos\/zoomie999\/9417956292<\/span><\/p>\n
Kumara Parvatha is the second highest peak in Coorg in Karnataka, Kumara Parvatha trek is considered one of the toughest treks in South India. But the exhilarating view of the forest from the top makes this trek worth it.<\/p>\n
Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>2 days<\/address>\n
Difficulty Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate
\nIdeal Time:<\/strong> Sept to Feb<\/address>\n
Region:<\/strong> Karnataka<\/address>\n
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