Chase a perfect Sunrise or an alluring sunset as you embark a journey to the Colossal Himalayan ranges on your two feet. Connect yourself to nature, Challenge Yourself on the rugged and rough terrains of Himachal Pradesh. Embrace the moments as you smile back at a nomadic innocent mountain child or as you sip a hot cup of tea in some mud house of a mountain village; learn new culture as you walk through the serpentine trails meandering through rushing streams and winding paths cutting through the coniferous vegetations of the mountains high.
India is considered as a hub for hill walking for both novice and expert hikers, as it offers plenty of trekking trails in its diverse geographical undulations. The vast Himalayan belt in long stretch with its huge landscape is ideal for best trekking tours in India. Trekking in Himachal Pradesh is with rigorous treks, perfect weather conditions, un- metalled roads barricaded with panoramic views making it one of the popular adventure sports centres, hiking and trekking destinations, awaiting the adventure enthusiasts. Hiking and Camping in Himachal offers energetic out-door people a different and exciting option where they lie beneath the starry open night, skirted with snow white horizons and lush inexperienced greenery.
Popular treks In Himachal
Himachal Pradesh means “in the lap of Himalayas”, There is no match when it comes to the proffering to adventure holidayers, in context of trekking or peak climbing in Himachal Pradesh.
Hampta Pass Trek
Hampta pass trek is a crossover trek which begins from the lush green scenic beauty of Manali Valley to arid deserted landscapes of Spiti. As you trek through the Pir Panjal range to a village called Hampta sitting on the river tributary of Beas, you will encounter long stretched emerald green meadows filled with wild flowers, shepherds with their herd, gushing streams and snow bridges.
Difficulty level: moderate.
The length of the trail: 30 km.
Trekking Days: 5 days
Bhrigu Lake Trek
Nestled at a height of 14,000 ft is glacial Bhrigu Lake, the trek is one of the easy treks and has historical as well as religious significance, known to be the home of Bhrigu Maharishi. The pictorial location is about 22 km from Manali, in the eastern side of Rohtang pass. The trek crosses through the natural vistas of snow capped mountains of out stretched Pir Panjal ranges, lush green meadows, alpine vegetation of oak and cedar trees.
Difficulty level: Easy to Moderate.
The length of the trail: 25 km.
Trekking Days: 4 days
Beas Kund Trek
Another best trek for beginners is Beas Kund Trek, which starts from the Solang Valley of Himachal overflowing with gracious waterfalls, enthralling carpeted alpine flooring and the gushing streams along the meandering trails of Dhauladhar Range of Himalayas. Camping at the Beas Kund takes you to the bliss of thrill.
Difficulty level: Easy
The length of the trail: 15-17km.
Trekking Days: 2 days
Kheerganga Trek
Sitting at an altitude of 10,000 ft above sea stage is Kheerganga, a natural hot water spring, in Parvati Valley of Himachal Pradesh. The trek starts from Kasol where walk ways are covered with green grass, pine and oak forests with a cross culture of Indian and Hippies.
Difficulty level: Easy
The length of the trail: 12 km.
Trekking Days: 2 days
Triund Trek
Perching at the towering height of 2,828 m above sea bed, Triund is a tiny village in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh, circumscribed by the enthralling views of Dhauladhar ranges, oak, pine, and Rhodeodaran forest. Trek begins from Mcleodganj with an easy grade trek in Himachal Pradesh. Indulge in your mental therapy by camping under the starlit sky.
Difficulty level: Easy
The length of the trail: 6 km.
Trekking Days: 1 day
Pin Parvati Pass
Boost up your adrenaline levels with one of the long and challenging expeditions in Himachal Pradesh. Pin Parvati Pass links the Parvati Valley of Kullu to Pin Valley of Spiti. Pin Parvati Is one of the most glamorous Trans-Himalayan treks reaching to the heights of 17400 ft above sea level with the perks of beauty of high mountain passes.
Difficulty level: Difficult
The length of the trail: 110 km.
Trekking Days: 10-11 days
Sar Pass Trek
Perched at the humongous height of 13,800 ft. above ocean stratum, Sar Pass expedition is about crossing a mountain in Parvati valley of Kasol, set against the curtain of scintillating Himalayas covered with a blanket of snow. The word ‘Sar’ means lake and the trail passes through the frozen lake giving sheer goosebumps to rovers.
Difficulty level: Moderate to Difficult
The length of the trail: 48 km.
Trekking Days: 4-5 days
Buran Ghati Trek
The Buran Ghati trek with an altitude of 15000 ft, has all the awe- inspiring highlights of a tough trek, an extremely thrilling pass crossing, multitude of amazing sites, beauty of the vast green meadows, sharp edges at high elevations, snow-covered peaks, small streams and brooks and quaint villages, put together in a moderate trek. The trek starts at the ancient village of Janglik, 150 km from Shimla. Witness the splendid views of the Dayara meadows and glacial Chandernahan Lake.
Difficulty level: Moderate to Difficult
The length of the trail: 26 km.
Trekking Days: 7-8 days
Best time To Visit
As all listed treks pass through high altitudes in the Himalayas, so all trekking trails have two windows where your chances are more to get clearer and safer weather.
Pre-monsoon/Summer: From last week of May to last week of July
Post monsoon/Fall: September to October.
At IndiaATour, we offer various thrilling adventure tours to match your needs, physical strength and metal endurance. Other than trekking and hiking tours, we offer an interesting range of expedition tours in Himachal. These include river rafting, motor biking, mountain biking, peak climbing, jeep safari and Wildlife expedition tours. Test your limits on rough and rugged terrains of Himalayas !!
