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Trekking
in India
Trekking
in India
is one
of the
most
famous
adventure
sports,
attracting
trekking
enthusiasts
from all
parts of
world.
In
almost
every
part of
India
numerous
trekking
options
are
available.
Trekking
in India
is the
best way
to
explore
the
rugged
beauty
of the
mountains.
Indian
mountains
offer
spectacular
and
enthralling
trekking
routes.
Trekking
in India
takes
one
amidst
the
lofty
peaks
romancing
the
shimmering
waterfalls.
In
addition
trekking
in India
brings
the
trekkers
directly
in touch
with the
people
living
in
mountain
areas.
In fact
trekking
amidst
the high
peaks of
Indian
mountains
is a
lifetime
experience,
where
reality
becomes
a dream.
Trekking
in India
consists
of
several
trekking
routes
some of
the most
popular
include
Darjeeling
and
Sikkim
trekking,
Garhwal
and
Kumaon
trekking
and
Rishikesh
trekking.
Darjeeling
& Sikkim
Trekking
Darjeeling
in West
Bengal
and
Sikkim
offer
most
interesting
trekking
routes.
Trekking
in
Darjeeling
and
Sikkim
provides
glimpses
of Mt.
Everest
and
spectacular
views of
the
sunrise
over
Kanchenjunga.
Darjeeling
& Sikkim
Trekking
Tour
Darjeeling
is the
dreamland
of the
east and
boasts
of
extraordinary
natural
splendor.
At an
altitude
of 8,586
meters,
the
Darjeeling
hills
are the
highest
mountains
in
India.
This
beautiful
hill
station
is
largely
under
forest
cover
and
surrounded
by tea
plantations.
Buddhist
monasteries
dot the
land.
Tourism
in
Darjeeling
and
Sikkim
provides
chance
for
adventurous
trekking
tours in
Darjeeling.
The
dense
alpine
trees,
beautiful
orchids,
panoramic
lakes
etc.
provide
the
perfect
setting
for long
hikes. A
trek to
the
Tiger
Hill is
highly
recommended.
The
panoramic
glimpse
of Mt.
Everest
and
breathtaking
view of
the
sunrise
over
Kanchenjunga
are
exhilarating.
Keeping
Darjeeling
tourism
as the
base,
nature
lovers
can
visit
the
Mountain
Kingdom
of
Sikkim.
Sikkim
is an
all-year
Indian
tourism
destination,
offering
low
altitude
trekking
opportunities
in
winter
and
higher-level
excursions
during
the
spring,
summer
and
autumn
months.
Best
Season
May to
October
Prime
Attractions
Tiger
Hill,
Senchal
Lake,
Mirik
Lake,
Lebong
Racecourse,
Teesta
River,
Rangit
River,
Singalia
Ridge,
Rumtek
Monastery
and
Orchid
Sanctuary
Garhwal
& Kumaon
Trekking
Garhwal
and
Kumaon
Himalayan
ranges
comprise
of some
of the
highest
mountain
ranges
in the
world.
The
trekking
routes
known
for its
snow-capped
peaks,
breathtaking
valleys,
crystal
clear
glaciers
and
cascading
waterfalls
draw a
large
number
of
trekkers
every
year.
Garhwal
& Kumaon
Trekking
Tour
Garhwal
is a
prominent
destination
in
Indian
tourism
and is a
host of
many
trekking
tours in
India.
The
history
of this
region
dates
back to
time
immemorial.
It is
the land
of
popular
myths
and is
considered
sacred
by the
Hindus.
The
Garhwal
and
Kumaon
Himalayas
comprise
of some
of the
highest
mountain
ranges
in the
world.
Trekking
in
Garhwal
can be
very
rewarding.
Snow-capped
peaks,
breathtaking
valleys,
crystal
clear
glaciers,
lush
meadows,
meandering
rivers,
dense
forests,
azure
lakes,
terrace
farming
locales
and
cascading
waterfalls
are all
a part
of the
settings
for a
truly
exhilarating
trekking
experience.
The hill
walks in
the
Almora,
Ranikhet
and
Kausani
area
will
take you
to a
serene,
mystic
and
resplendent
world.
Best
Season
April-June
and
September-November
Prime
Attractions
Almora,
Ranikhet,
Kausani,
Nanda
Devi
Sanctuary,
Ramganga
Valley,
Namik
Glacier,
Milam
Glacier,
Traills
Pass,
Curzon
Trail,
Sat Tal,
Naukuchiya
Tal
Itinerary
Day
01 :
Drive to
Guptakashi
185 km
(via)
Deoprayag,
Srinagar
and
Rudraprayag.
Night
halt at
Tourist
Bungalow,
Guptakashi(1,319metres).
Day
02 :
Drive to
Ukhimath
14 km.
Trek top
Deoriatal
8km.
Night
halt
Alpine
style.
Day
03 :
Trek to
Dogal-bitta
through
thick
forest
all the
way
ascending
from
1500 to
2000
metres,
16km
trek.
Night
halt in
the
compounds
of
DogalbittaInspection
House
Alpine
style.
Day
04 :
Trek to
Chopta,
9 km on
snowy
slopes
in
winter
months
where
base
camp
will be
established.
This is
a great
adventure.
Day
05 :
Attempt
Chandrashilla
peak
4,679
metres
via
Tungnath
7 km and
return
to base
camp or
acclimatize
for the
next
day's
attempt
Rishikesh
Trekking
Rishikesh
is the
starting
point
for some
of the
great
adventure
tours,
the
place is
known
for its
ashrams,
centers
of
philosophical
study,
yoga and
meditation.
Rishikesh
Trekking
Tour
Rishikesh
is a
famous
tourist
destination
for
Indian
tourism.
It is
the
starting
point of
some of
the
great
adventure
trekking
tours of
India
and has
several
ashrams,
the
renowned
centers
of
philosophical
study,
yoga and
meditation.
Rishikesh
is
enveloped
by hills
and
offers
the
breathtaking
environs
for
trekking
and
hiking
in
India.
It
provides
opportunity
for
adventurous
trekking
tours in
India.The
untamed
Ganges
leaves
the
himalayas
and
flows
onto the
plains
at
Rishikesh.
Matching
the
enthusiasm
of the
river
rapids,
the
trekkers
hike
along
the
Ganges.
The
sights
of dense
forests,
verdant
mountain
slopes,
meandering
river
and
exotic
flora
and
fauna
keep the
trekkers
mesmerized.
Best
Season
February
to
October
Prime
Attractions
Lakshman
Jhula,
Triveni
Ghat,
Swarga
Ashram,
Pipalkoti,
Kalpeshwar,
Bansi
Narain,
Manpai
Dumuk,
Toli,
Rudranath,
Panar
Gufa and
Gopeshwar
Skiing
in Auli
Duration
:
07 Days
/ 06
Nights
Attractions
:
Badrinath
Ji -
Tapovan
-
Joshimath
- Auli /
Gorson
Bugyal -
Gorson
Reserve
Forest -
Mana
Peak /
Mana
Village
nd
Vasundhra
-
Hemkund
Sahib -
Valley
of
Flowers
Capital
of India
is
located
4.3 kms.
off the
national
highway
No 58.
It is
connected
to
Joshimath
by Asias
longest
cable
car
(1906.3
mts).
Motorable
road
from
Joshimath
is at a
distance
of 500
mts from
NH58.
Long
chair
lift
linking
the
lower
slopes
with
upper
slopes
have
also
been
installed
for the
benefit
of
tourists.
Resort
Information
Clifftop
Club at
Auli is
located
at an
attitude
of about
10,000
feet in
India's
most
scenic
location
on the
snow
clad
Himalayas.
While
sitting
in the
resort
one can
have a
clear
view of
the snow
covered
Nandadevi
range
(highest
in India
na
dthird
highest
in the
world).
Other
Ranges
include
Dronagiri,
Kamet,
Trishul,
Neelkanth,
Mana and
Mukut.
They
belong
to the
snow
line
ranges
and are
covered
with the
snow 24
hrs and
all
round
the
year.
In
winters
it is a
paradise
for
Skiing
and
sledging
and
people
who wish
to
venture
out in
snowy
and
enjoy
snow
sports
when
there is
a
guranteed
snow. In
Summers
hikers/Trekkers
will
find
numerous
marked
walks
and
there
are also
mountain
bike
trails.
At the
backdrop
of the
resort
lies the
famous
high
altitude
Gorson
Reserve
Forest
(part of
Nanda
Devi
national
Park)
richly
havituated
by rare
Himalayan
Wildlife
including
Snow
Leopard,
Musk
Deer,
Wild
Boar,
Wild
Cat,
Wild
Rabbit,
Jackal,
Fox,
Hyena
and
Bear.
There
are
various
scenic
locations
around.
The
climate
in
summers
is
extremely
pleasant
and air
from the
deodar
and oak
trees
contribute
to
natural
health
spa
strongly
recommended
by
Physicians/Naturopaths/Therapists.
Facilities/Indoor
and
Outdoor
Activities
Resort
has a
choice
of
Studios
and
one-bedrooms
apartments.
All
units
have one
sofa cum
bed,
bathroom,
and
partial
kithcenette
with
refrigerator,
microwave,
hob with
four
burners.
All
units
have
television
with
satellite
connections,
telephones,
kerosene
and oil
heat
radiators.
There is
a change
of lined
mid
weak.
Army
medical
facility
available
at 1.5
km from
the
resort
and
doctor
can be
made
available
on call.
*
Hiking/Trekking/Nature
Walks
*
Organized
Mountaineering/Rock
Climbing/River
Rafting
(seasonal)
*
Organized
Pilgrim
tours.
*
Arranged
Yoga/Meditation
classes
* Jungle
Camping
* Ski
School
(Trainer/Equipment/porter)
* Indoor
games
room/playground
areas
* Horse
back
riding
* Live
Entertainment/Bonfire/Gala
Evenings/couple
competitions
*
Al-Fresco
Restaurant
* Open
air/Bar-b-que
Restaurant
* Skedoo
Coffee
Shop/Snack
bar
*
Conference
Hall
Places
of
Interest/Sightseeing
Arount
Resort
Auli
*
Badrinath
Ji (Most
important
sacred
Dham of
Hindu
religion)
*
Tapovan
(Goddess
Parvati's
temple
and hot
natural
sulphur
water
springs)
*
Joshimath
(Lord
Vishnu
site for
6
months,
Shankracharya's
chair
and
Narshima
Mandir)
* Auli/Gorson
Bugyal
(Sunset
point,
pastures
and
meadows)
* Gorson
Reserve
Forest (Nanda
Devi
Wildlife
sanctuary)
* Mana
Peak/Mana
Village
nd
Vasundhra
falls
(Indo-china
border)
*
Hemkund
Sahib
(Important
sacred
lake of
Sikh
religion)
* Valley
of
Flowers
(Beautiful
region
of
important
medicinal
herbs/plants/flowers)
Tentative
Itinerary
Day
01 :
Board
train to
Haridwar
from
Delhi
Railway
Sation.
On
arrival
check in
at Hotel
Aarti.
After
lunch
enjoy
jungle
safari
at
Rajaji
National
Park.
Day
02 :
Day free
to visit
the
National
park for
Elephant
safari
inside
the
park.
Night
stay at
Rajaji
National
Park.
Day
03 :
Drive to
Auli. On
arrival
check in
at
hotel/Rest
House.
Welcome
drink
with
light
snacks
will be
served
on
arrival.
Arrangements
for
recreational
games,
dinner
including
both veg
/ non
veg.
Day
04 :
Wake up
call
will be
accompanied
with tea
and
biscuits.
Rest of
the day
is
dedicated
to enjoy
skiing.
Day
05 :
Whole
day is
dedicated
to
experience
the
adventure
of
snow-skiing.
Day
06 :
Drive to
Kaudiala,
which is
reputed
as
rafter's
paradise.
On
arrival,
welcome
drink
will be
served
with
light
snacks.
Arrangements
will be
made for
beach
volley
ball,
dinner
with veg
/ non
veg
dishes.
Night
halt in
executive
huts /
tents on
the bank
of
Ganges.
Day
07 :
Morning
tea will
be
served
with
biscuits.
After
breakfast,
leave
for
Shivpuri
to enjoy
exciting
water
rafting.
Later
drive to
Haridwar.
Leave
for
Delhi by
Shatabdi
Express
at 6 pm.
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