Posted by Marie Poppins on January 5, 2025 in Travel
High quality Hampta Pass trek tours in India today: 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. Find even more info on everest base camp trek.
Sandakphu – Phalut Trek: The Sandakphu – Phalut trek, with views of four of the tallest mountains in the world – Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Makalu and Mt Kanchenjunga, this is one trek to keep a tab on if you’re going in spring. Not only do you get crisp views, but you also trek through wonderful forests of the Singalila National Park. The colours in these rhododendron, bamboo and pine forests are stunning! Being up in the mountains in such clear, clean air is a blessing. Everything seems more enhanced – the colours, the smells, the scale… They say an uncluttered home can bring clarity to the mind; an uncluttered trek in the Himalayas can do just that a 1000 times over.
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.
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). Read more information on Bali Pass Trek.
Use at least two layers for your lower half, even while trekking: Carrying five warm layers for the upper body is normal in Indian trekking. However, trekkers often need clarification about their bottom layers. Should I layer up? Is it required? Should I trek while wearing layers? In such deep snow, the answer is yes. You must carry at least two layers of pants and even wear them while trekking. But what kind of layers should these be? Use light, moisture-wicking fabric even for your lower. The top layer must be good trekking pants with some level of water resistance. The inner layer can be a pair of dry-fit tights. Avoid cotton at all costs in such snowy conditions.
Accessibility – Unlike many remote trekking destinations, India’s popular trekking routes are relatively accessible in terms of transportation. Most trails are well-connected by roads, and some even have regular public transport to trailheads, making it easier to get to the starting point. Health and Fitness – Trekking in India is not just an adventure but a great way to improve physical fitness. Trekking at high altitudes helps with endurance, builds strength, and boosts mental health by reducing stress and promoting a sense of achievement.
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.