Treks taking a new era of interests in today’s generation. Mountains calling is the new trend. Are you also searching for good treks to do for your next plan? India is no less. There is always a new route and another beauty in every corner you go. Continue with your adrenaline rush and look up for the 55 great treks to take up in India:
1. Chadar Trek
The icy winter trek along the frozen Zanskar River.
| Location | Leh-Ladakh |
| Duration | 9 Days |
| Altitude | 3470 m |
| Level | Moderate-Difficult |
| Best Time | January-February |
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2. Valley of Flowers Trek
A must trek for the nature lovers.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3505 m |
| Duration | 6 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | Mid July-End August |
3. Gangotri-Gomukh-Tapovan Trek
Look up for the source of holy river Ganga.
| Location | Garhwal, Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 4463 m |
| Duration | 11 Days |
| Level | Moderate-Challenging |
| Best Time | May-June, August-October |
4. Singalila Kanchenjunga Trek
Trek for the marvellous view of Kanchenjunga peak.
| Location | Sikkim |
| Altitude | 4940 m |
| Duration | 20 Days |
| Level | Moderate-Challenging |
| Best Time | Mid March-May, September-October |
5. Pangarchulla Peak Trek
A mesmerizing round trail trek with a challenging summit.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 4480 m |
| Duration | 7 Days |
| Level | Moderate-Challenging |
| Best Time | All through the year except monsoon |
6. Markha Valley Trek
Experience the variants from the cold desert to the tea house treks with peaceful monasteries.
| Location | Ladakh |
| Altitude | 5150 m |
| Duration | 7-9 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | Mid June-Mid October |
7. Kumara Parvatha Trek
The scenic Pushpagiri Trek which is not in the north.
| Location | Karnataka |
| Altitude | 1712 m |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Level | Moderate-Challenging |
| Best Time | October-February |
8. Darcha-Lamayuru Trek
Beat yourself by this Trans-Zanskar Trek Expedition.
| Location | Ladakh |
| Altitude | 5090 m |
| Duration | 18-25 Days |
| Level | Challenging |
| Best Time | Mid June-Mid October |
9. Roopkund Trek
Set your mysterious adventure experience.
| Location | Uttaranchal |
| Altitude | 4784 m |
| Duration | 8 Days |
| Level | Moderate-Challenging |
| Best Time | May-October |
10. Hampta Pass Trek
A trek to roam between two valleys known to be as Hampta pass. Also, take a glimpse of Chandratal Lake.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 4277 m |
| Duration | 6Â Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | Mid June-Mid October |
11. Chembra Peak Trek
Enjoy the panoramic view and the heart-shaped lake amidst the adrenaline rush.
| Location | Kerala |
| Altitude | 2100 m |
| Duration | 1Â Day |
| Level | Easy |
| Best Time | All through the year except monsoon |
12. Kuari Pass Trek
The Lord Curzon Trail to gaze the magnificent peaks with the grace of nature.
| Location | Garhwal, Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3814 m |
| Duration | 6Â Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | November-March |
13. Nanda Devi Trek
Flora, fauna, national park and nature’s epitome in the lap of mountains.
| Location | Garhwal, Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 4150 m |
| Duration | 10Â Days |
| Level | Moderate-Challenging |
| Best Time | May-June, September-October |
14. Nag Tibba Trek
Trek with stunning views with pleasant weather on a long weekend.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3022 m |
| Duration | 2Â Days |
| Level | Easy |
| Best Time | All through the year |
15. Goechala Pass Trek
Reach to the base of Kanchenjunga through rhododendron forests and snow-capped peaks.
| Location | Sikkim |
| Altitude | 4602 m |
| Duration | 11Â Days |
| Level | Moderate-Challenging |
| Best Time | End April-End June, Mid September-End October |
16. Pin Parvati Trek
Explore the Spiti Valley and monasteries crossing the Parvati River.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 5335 m |
| Duration | 12 Days |
| Level | Challenging |
| Best Time | April-October |
17. Dodital Trek
Trek within scenic beauty with a lake of cultural importance.
| Location | Garhwal, Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3307 m |
| Duration | 6-7Â Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | April-June, October-December |
18. Stok Kangri Trek
The most magnificent treks for your higher peak treks.
| Location | Leh |
| Altitude | 6152 m |
| Duration | Challenging |
| Level | 9Â Days |
| Best Time | May-Mid October |
19. Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
This is another jewel of Kashmir. Gallivant in the amazing surroundings.
| Location | Jammu-Kashmir |
| Altitude | 4206 m |
| Duration | 8Â Days |
| Level | Moderate-Challenging |
| Best Time | June-September |
20. Dayara Bugyal Trek
Sum up the best experience of your life in the green beautiful meadows of Dayara.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3674 m |
| Duration | 6Â Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | April-June, End August-December |
21. Milam Glacier Trek
It is the source of river Gori Ganga. This trek is truth to the imagination of a pleasing nature.
| Location | Uttaranchal |
| Altitude | 3800 m |
| Duration | 11Â Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | May-June, September-October |
22. The Shepherd Trail Trek
If your interest is to stay and look for the secluded villages and lifestyle that is different from those in metros, then this is your destination.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 4450 m |
| Duration | 18 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | Mid April-June, September-November |
23. Rupin Pass Trek
It is one of the high altitudes of the trek with diversified trails.
| Location | Uttarakhand-Himachal |
| Altitude | 4648 m |
| Duration | 8 Days |
| Level | Challenging |
| Best Time | May-June, Mid August-October |
24. Bhrigu Lake Trek
Beautiful lesser known small trek with best views.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 4270 m |
| Duration | 4 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | May-October |
25. Rajmachi Fort & Kondane Caves Treks
It is a weekend destination from Pune-Mumbai. Trek to the fort and explore it whole with good nature.
| Location | Maharashtra |
| Altitude | 827 m |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | June-September |
26. Parashar Lake Trek
It is a scenic, offbeat trek. Camp beside the lake and gaze the twinkling stars, any weekend.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 2730 m |
| Duration | 2Â Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | All through the year |
27. Har Ki Dun Trek
This trek is all trekkers delight taking them to the ancient villages between mountains and valleys.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3657 m |
| Duration | 7Â Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | All through the year except monsoon |
28. Indrahar Pass Trek
This trek could be done in two ways. Both the trek routes offer great experiences with the best of views.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 4342 m |
| Duration | 4 Days (if you come back from the same route) / 9 Days (if you descend from the other side) |
| Level | Easy-Moderate/ Moderate-Challenging (depending on the route you choose) |
| Best Time | May-October |
29. Sham Valley/ Apricot Valley Trek
It is a sweet- small trek with varied experiences.
| Location | Leh-Ladakh |
| Altitude | 3750 m |
| Duration | 3-4 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | May-Mid October |
30. Tarsar Marsar Lake Trek
The twin lake trek with the heaven of exquisiteness.
| Location | Jammu-Kashmir |
| Altitude | 4115 m |
| Duration | 7 Days |
| Level | Easy |
| Best Time | July-September |
31. The Phuktal Monastery Trek
The most peaceful trek in a remote destination. Monastery settled over a cliff which could be reached just by foot.
| Location | Ladakh |
| Altitude | 3850 m |
| Duration | 7-8 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | July-September |
32. Kedarkantha Trek
The best winter trek for the best chilling days with mountains.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3810 m |
| Duration | 6 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | December-April |
33. Deoriatal-Chandrashila Trek
Visit Chopta and Tungnath from Deoriatal to the Chandrashila Peak. List of places on the way to the summit.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3993 m |
| Duration | 5-6 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | All through the year except monsoon |
34. Brahmatal Trek
Picturesque beauty of streams with en-route challenges amidst Garhwal Mountains.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3704 m |
| Duration | 6 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | Mid November-March |
35. Pin Bhaba Pass Trek
A great alternative to its difficult version the Pin Parvati Pass Trek with varied experience each day.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 4909 m |
| Duration | 8 Days |
| Level | Challenging |
| Best Time | July-Mid October |
36. Kodachadri Trek
Flora, fauna, amazing landscapes and pretty waterfalls with peaks to fulfill adventure thirst.
| Location | Karnataka |
| Altitude | 1343 m |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | September-February |
37. Triund Trek
For a refreshing weekend getaway in the laps of mountains.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 3199 m |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Level | Easy |
| Best Time | March-May, September-December |
38. Sar Pass Trek
Rediscover yourself with the beauty of majestic mountains.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 4206 m |
| Duration | 6 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | May-October |
39. Buran Ghati/ Barua Pass Trek
Pass with a story of mountains, meadows, village and forests.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 4550 m |
| Duration | 7 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | May-June, September-October |
40. Sandakphu Trek
Take a glimpse of Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet on your trek with mesmerizing views and fauna.
| Location | West Bengal |
| Altitude | 3657 m |
| Duration | 6 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | October-April |
41. Pindari Glacier Trek
The easy accessible glacier in Kumaon Himayalas with package of full serenity.
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 3353 m |
| Duration | 8 Days |
| Level | Easy |
| Best Time | April-November |
42. Kheerganga Trek
Mix up the spice of spiritual beliefs with adventure amidst mountains, waterfalls and lush greenery.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 3050 m |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Level | Easy |
| Best Time | All |
43. Kareri Lake Trek
Sight for himalayan birds with colorful orchards on the way to one of the mountain lake.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 3650 m |
| Duration | 7 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | May-June, September-October |
44. Beas Kund Trek
Trek for the peaceful time beside the water body just as the Sage Vyas.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 3892 m |
| Duration | 4 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | Mid May-Mid October |
45. Siang Valley Trek
If already done with a lot many treks in
| Location | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 1829 m |
| Duration | 11 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | October-February |
46. Kalsubai Peak Trek
Highest peak in the Maharashtra region of western ghats for a thrilling weekend.
| Location | Maharashtra |
| Altitude | 1646 m |
| Duration | 1 Day |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | All through the year with varied experiences |
47. Shumga Trek
For a wilderness experiences in the remotest areas of Kullu Valley.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 3810 m |
| Duration | 6 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | All through the year |
48. Japfu Peak Trek
The lesser known yet beautiful trek in North- East region.
| Location | Nagaland |
| Altitude | 3048 m |
| Duration | 4-5 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | October-May |
49. Chanderkhani Pass Trek
Walk between the deodar and pine trees with a window to breathtaking views of himalayas.
| Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | 3648 m |
| Duration | 5 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | May-November |
50. Harishchandragad Fort Trek
| Location | Maharashtra |
| Altitude | 1422 m |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | October-December |
51. Dudhsagar & Hivre Waterfall Treks
Amidst the beaches get some peaky adventure with water showers.
| Location | Goa |
| Altitude | 320 m |
| Duration | 3 Days |
| Level | Easy-Moderate |
| Best Time | June-November |
52. Tadiandamol Trek
A beautiful serenic trek between the coffee plantations for your great weekend.
| Location | Karnataka |
| Altitude | 1744 m |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Level | Easy |
| Best Time | October-February |
53. Lonar Crater Trek
Go for an offbeat adventure and come back with lots of amazed facts and queries.
| Location | Maharashtra |
| Altitude | 563 m |
| Duration | 3 Days |
| Level | Easy |
| Best Time | October-March |
54. Kudremukh Trek
This one for a forest trekking with rich sighting of flora and fauna.
| Location | Karnataka |
| Altitude | 1891 m |
| Duration | 3 Days |
| Level | Moderate |
| Best Time | All through the year |
55. Bhimashankar Trek
With lush green forests, flora and fauna this place provides a spectacular view of
| Location | Maharashtra |
| Altitude | 1004 m |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Level | Moderate-Difficult |
| Best Time | All through the year |
Every peak or mountain has its own beauty and charm. Thus, hike up more and more to reach the highest skies of thrill and experiences in your life. When done with all the adventure with mountains, also look up for Adventure in Water- Water Sports Destinations in India.
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In response to Stok Kangri’s rapid degradation, the Stok Village Committee and ALTOA (All Ladakh Tour Operators’ Association) have announced a three-year ban on trekking and climbing on Stok Kangri peak. Stok Kangri will remain closed from 2020 to 2022.
You can try Kang Yatse 2 in place of Stok Kangri. Click here for Kang Yatse trek preparation guide
https://www.altitudeadventureindia.com/trip/kang-yatse-2/
Hi Sohail we do know about it and its a good step by the govt. for the wellness of nature. Thanks for updating our readers.
Find more tips on how to reach Brahmatal Trek
https://www.altitudeadventureindia.com/brahmatal-trek/
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