Top Kuari Pass trek travel tours in India today: Community and Support – Trekking in India, especially on well-trodden paths, often involves trekking groups or organized tours that provide experienced guides, porters, and fellow trekkers. This sense of community makes the experience safer, especially for those new to trekking. Seasonal Flexibility – India’s vast size and diverse climates allow trekking at different times of the year. While the Himalayan region is popular during the summer months, trekking in the southern hills or coastal areas can be ideal during the monsoon season or in winter. Find even more information at tarsar marsar trek.
Good Infrastructure and Support – India’s trekking routes are increasingly well-maintained, with clear trail markers, comfortable campsites, and organized groups. Experienced guides, porters, and trekking agencies provide excellent support, making the experience safer and more enjoyable. Health Benefits – Trekking in India, especially in the high-altitude Himalayan regions, is an excellent way to improve your physical fitness and mental well-being. It builds endurance, strength, and boosts overall health while providing a great mental detox from everyday stress.
No/Intermittent electricity: Here’s a reality that leaves most trekkers taken aback. They go to the base camps and find very intermittent electricity. They find it difficult to charge their phones/cameras. A week-long plan of taking good pictures or videos is ruined. The bad: This will affect you if you’re someone who is carrying any gadgets that need charging — cameras, GoPros, phones, video equipment, drones and so on. None of them can be charged once you leave the base camp. You’ll have to make do with whatever battery juice you have for the next 4-5 days. To make matters worse, you’re usually dealing with extremely low temperatures in the mountains. The cold weather alone drains out the battery even if it’s not being used. How to deal with it: We usually take power banks for our phones. One power bank above 10,000 mAh will easily last you 3-4 charges. For cameras and drones, there’s no option but to carry spare batteries. Further, you’ll need to wrap all batteries in something warm (your woollen socks or gloves). We usually keep them inside our jacket pockets at night to keep them warm. The good: This is a wonderful chance to push yourself to see how much you can achieve even when you’re low on resources. It pushes your boundaries and makes you think out of the box. If you’re a photographer, you’ll learn to plan your shots in advance instead of impulsively getting many shots and picking the best one. If you’re just using your phone, you’ll learn to conserve your battery better.
Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek: Out of all the meadow treks in our country, Ali Bedni Bugyal has the grandest mountain views. Mt Trishul and Mt Nanda Ghunti are an arm’s distance away from Bedni Bugyal. The Ali and Bedni meadows are themselves an attraction, as they span as far and wide as your eyes can see. They are one of the largest high altitude meadows of our country! Not just that, the unforgettable sunrises and sunsets while camping at Abin Kharak and a unique experience of trekking through ancient and dense forests makes this trek a treasure in itself.
Dayara Bugyal: Best Months: January, February, march, April, May, June, September, October, November, December. Very few trekkers have set foot on the Dayara Bugyal trek, even though it lies very close to the Gangotri region. Dayara Bugyal is one of those off-beat treks which takes your breath away! It is so rewarding for very little effort. The vast meadows, beautiful campsites and stunning mountain views make Dayara Bugyal an ideal summer trek. Especially if there are kids aged 7 years and above, because it makes for a perfect family trek, just like the Phulara Ridge trek above.
How to tackle negative temperatures: Layers. Layers. Layers. The mantra is to carry enough layers. With layers, whether you’re from a sweltering Chennai or a humid Mumbai, you’ll be able to tackle a Himalayan winter. Here’s the trick. Carry five warm layers — a pair of thermals for the night, two sweaters, one fleece jacket and one padded jacket. Along with these you need warm accessories — a woollen cap, gloves, woollen socks (for the night) and a neck warmer. With these, you can deal with the coldest night with no worries. (I’m going to address all of these layers in detail further down). Find extra info at Chopta Chandrashila Tungnath Trek.
Use only dry-fit layers while trekking: This goes in line with avoiding the cold and moisture-killer combination. Cotton layers tend to get wet with sweat and refuse to dry. A moisture-wicking fabric helps for both your top and bottom layers. Use dry-fit layers or modern fabrics like merino wool, which wick moisture away when wet. Even then, once you reach the campsite, make it a point to change into dry clothes immediately.