Life is nothing without a little bit of adventure and thrill. It is imperative for humans to take a break from the monotony and stress of a regular lifestyle and indulge in some action every once in a while! If you are a thrill seeker who likes to add some adventure and excitement to your life here and there, India has a vast plethora of activities that will satisfy your adrenaline chase.
Be it the thrill of playing a breakout escape room game or taking a bike ride in the mountains; there are several ways to add spice to your day-to-day life. With every state harboring its unique richness, there is so much to be explored across the country! Such an overwhelming number of choices might certainly make it all the harder for you to pick one for yourself.
To make it easier for you, we have narrowed down the top 10 thrilling and adventurous ideas that you can take part in India:
101. Chadar Trek in Ladakh
Chadar Trek
You cannot possibly imagine a bucket list for thrill seekers in India without the name of Ladakh in it! If trekking in Ladakh has always been your dream trip, this is your sign to visit the place!
The Chadar Trek, which only takes place during the winter months (January and February), can be a great activity during your visit. Down in the Zanskar River, as the temperature drops down treacherously, are you ready to face the freezing conditions? The blissful beauty of the snow-laden capes is sure to make up for the cold temperatures!
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
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
6 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
1 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
6 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
10 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
2 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
11 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
6-7 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
9 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
8 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
6 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
11 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.
It is a scenic, offbeat trek. Camp beside the lake and gaze the twinkling stars, any weekend.
Location
Himachal Pradesh
Altitude
2730 m
Duration
2 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
7 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 through the year
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 the north then this could differ with location and great culture.
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
Mixture of an architectural fort, temple, scenic views and adventure altogether at a most challenging trek in the Western Ghats.
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 Sahyadri mountains.
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.
Mountains are the special love nature gave to us. From pleasant weather to stunning views it has many things to offer. And I caught up one of my experience in the laps of those pretty mountains on my trek to Hampta Pass. Hampta Pass Trek is a crossover trek from Manali to Spiti covering the streams, rocks, and beautiful flower blooming views. Pass is a route through a mountain range or a ridge. Thus it has a navigable route.
Trekking gives energy to my soul. It feels like a walk in paradise. Challenging self for reaching the heights and walking will never leave you disappointed because of the panoramic view you will get while moving. Those five days trip let me realize there is always so much we are left to feel. Nature has a lot to give us. Pick your chance to grasp those surprises of nature. Also beautiful flower valleys make it no less than valley of flowers in Uttarakhand.
Hampta Pass Trek Assistance
Hampta Pass Trek is quite difficult to do it by own. One will need some guidance and proper belongings for the trek and survival as there are no options on the way. I did my Hampta Pass trek with a Delhi based trekking company Renok Adventures LLP and certified being a successful trekker for that 14,100ft. visit in around INR 9,500 but there are many other options you can choose from. Or you can take your group of experience buddies with you. Reach Manali and drive till Jobra and trek further with assistance. Camp stops are naturally done at Chika, Balu ka gera, Chatru etc. enroute.
Hampta Pass Weather
Situated between Kullu and Lahaul Valley, you can visit for this trek from June to mid-October and rest of the year it is difficult due to very cold weather and snow sheets covering the way. Also, this is one of the treks which are open for the large time period in India as compared to other treks like Rupin Pass, Goechala, etc. Weather at hampta pass route is pleasant with the support of sun while your walk and chill breezy winter at nights. This will help you feel cool when all the other part of India will be hot.
What I realized is nature is the reason we find ourselves better, give some time to it and to self. Later I did few more treks but hampta pass trek is a package for all what I experienced till now. Get some time and rejuvenate yourself with the epitome of nature.
