With a wide stretch of around 2400 km in India, the Himalayan ranges create an ideal condition for trekking and hiking. Adventure tourism is yet underdeveloped in India and has immense opportunity. There are various treks in India of variable magnitude. It totally depends on your stamina and financial condition as to which trek will suit you the best.
Here is a list of some of the most beautiful treks in India, but the catch is that most of them are expensive and challenging, but if your budgets allow, then these are a must-do trek.
Have you ever thought about what it will feel like to walk on a frozen layer of water? Yes, you heard right. It’s known as the Chadar Trek, in which we have to trek on a frozen river for most of our trek to reach the fully frozen Nerak waterfall. Which is one of its kind and nature's masterpiece. The starting point of the Chadar Trek is Leh, from where you need to reach the trailhead, which will take around 4 to 5 hours to reach. On the way, you will come across the confluence of the Zanskar and Indus rivers. It’s a difficult and lengthy trek that tests your stamina and dedication in a single short
Location:- Leh
Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights
Chadar Trek Pacakge Cost: INR 26500
Nearest Airport: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh
Nearest Railway Station: Tawi Railway Station
This is another gem of the Ladakh region. Located at an altitude of 6153 meters above sea level, Stok Kangri is the highest mountain peak in the Zanskar or Trans Himalayan range. It’s among some of the toughest but most beautiful treks in northern India. From the summit of Stok Kangri Peak, you will get a clear view of the Kazakoram and Zanskar ranges. The steep ascent, high altitude, and extreme climate make this trek more challenging.
Location:- Leh
Duration: 9 days or 8 nights
Stok Kangri Pacakge Cost: INR 20,000
Nearest Airport: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh
Nearest Railway Station: Tawi Railway Station
Imagine the moment and feeling of waking up with the closest view of the world’s third-highest peak. Yes, the Goechala Trek is a trek that can provide you with the closest and widest view of the Kanchenjunga Range. Not only Kanchenjunga, but you can witness 14 other treks from this trek. Located in Sikkim, this trek is categorized as a difficult trek. It is a trek.
Location:- Sikkim
Duration: 11 days/10 nights
Chadar Trek Pacakge Cost: INR 15,500
Nearest Airport: Bagdogra
Nearest Railway Station: New Jalpaiguri (NJP)
Located at an altitude of 5289 meters above sea level in the Kullu region of Himachal Pradesh, the Trails of Friendship Peak Trek will wander along oak forests, boulders, mountains, and glaciers, making it one of the most challenging treks but equally rewarding. At the start of the trek, you will get a bird's-eye view of Kullu Valley and Manali Town. Summit will provide you with a marvelous view of the Pir Panjal Range, Dhaula Dhar Range, and many other Himalayan peaks. It is one of the most attractive trekking destinations for most trekkers in India and abroad.
Location: Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights
Friendship Peak Trek Package Cost: INR 34,000
Nearest Airport: Kullu Bhuntar Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Joginder Nagar Railway Station
Located at an altitude of 3,660 meters above sea level, the Pindari Glacier Trek is part of the Nanda Devi Wild Life Century. It’s a moderately difficult trek, suitable for all regular trekkers. Numerous waterfalls and long, hanging bridges on the trails of this trek will make your day. Dense forests, rhododendron flowers, snopaches, and fresh water streams are some other feathers of this trek, which makes it a unique experience. Zero Point, or Pindari Glacier, will offer you a view of many peaks around. Some of them are Nanda Ghat, Changuch, Nanda Kot, etc. It’s a mesmerizing and unforgettable experience to trek to Pindari Glacier.
Location:- Uttarakhand
Duration: 6 days or 5 nights
Pindari Trek Pacakge Cost: INR 14,500
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Kathgodam Railway Station
It is one of the most famous pilgrimage spots and the best trekking destination in India. A short trek of just 16 km, which can be done in just two days, is idle for any beginner trekkers who wish to trek to some unique place. In addition to this, it is also a part of the 12 jyotirlingas in India and Panch Kedar. So it’s a complete package of spirituality and adventure in the same place. For this, you have to start your trek from Gaurikund, which is about 270 km from Haridwar. Located in the lap of the Himalayas at an altitude of 3584 meters above sea level, it is the most beautiful trekking destination. At the summit, you will find a perfect view of the snow-capped mountains surrounding Kedarnath temple from three sides and a wide valley in front of the temple. It’s a dream destination for most of the youth in India.
Location:- Uttarakhand
Duration: 4 days or 3 nights
Kedarnath Yatra Pacakge Cost: INR 9,500
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh Railway Station
You must have seen many valleys, but have you ever seen a valley full of flowers? Yes, you heard right. There is a trek in Uttarakhand known as the Valley of Flowers, and here you will feel like a river of flowers is flowing along the valley. It is one of the most beautiful and famous monsoon treks in India. Located at an altitude of 3600 meters above sea level, the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand is very beautiful and attracts lakhs of tourists every year. It is a part of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve and was first discovered by Frank S. Smith. It is also a pathway to the world’s highest gurudwara, i.e., Hemkund Sahib, making it even more important, especially for Sikh tourists.
Location:- Uttarakhand
Duration: 6 days or 5 nights
Valley of Flowers Pacakge Cost: INR 6,500
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh Railway Station