Tale of Trekking

In our last blog, we gave you briefs about the most popular Adventure Sports (Extreme Sports). But as we all know “A little Knowledge is a dangerous thing”, we have decided share described information about each Adventures Sports in our today’s and forthcoming posts.

So today, let’s talk about Trekking. As a recap, Trekking was on the first sport in our Most Popular Adventure Sports list. This activity lets you explore the areas on your foot where means of transport are generally not available.

In past few years, Trekking has become very popular among enthusiasts in India. Indian mountain ranges offer you breathtaking and mind boggling trekking routes. Himalayas, Karakorams, the Garhwal and Kumaon regions give you unlimited opportunities for trekking and other adventurous activities. One can enjoy the scenic beauty of these mountain ranges while trekking. Trekking in these mountain ranges have been divided in to 3 major categories, Easy; Moderate and Tough.

Easy Treks are those which are comparatively easier than Moderate and Hard treks. Easy treks covers Indrahar Pass Trek (Hinalayans), Dodital Trekking Trek (Garhwal), Spituk to Stok trek (Ladakh) and many more.

• Indrahar Pass Trek is the most popular trek of Himalayans situated in Kangra district. The route of this trek takes you through some thick Deodar & Rhododendron forests. A great attraction for enthusiasts is to visit the trail of ancient Gaadi Shepherds who took their flock from the Chamba Valley to the glades of Lahul & Spiti. The best season to explore Indrahar Pass Trek is between May – June & Sept – Oct.

• Dodital Trekking Trek lies in the arms of beautiful Garhwal. Enthusiasts start trekking form Uttarkashi or Kalyani to Agoda, which is a regular climb through woods, fields and villages. From Agoda to Dodital, the trek becomes steep and through dense forests. Dodital is also known as Dhundital, which means Ganesh – ka – tal as in Sanskrit Dhundi is synonym of Lord Ganesha. Enthusiasts can trek here all year around.

• Spituk to Stok trek is one of the shortest treks of Leh Ladakh area. Trekking from Spituk to Stok gives you amazing experiences as well as wonderful memories. The icy regions of Ladakh as Shey, Thiksey, Hemis, Spituk, Zingchen, Rumbak, Stokla and many more will hold you back with their scenic beauties. Mid May to October is the best time to trek here.

Moderate Treks are bit tougher then Easy treks but less then Hard Treks. Under Moderate Treks, we can count Jalori Pass Trek (Himachal Pradesh), Kurari Pass Trek (Grahwal), The Nubra Valley Trek (Ladhakh) and many more.

• Jalori Pass Trek (Himachal Pradesh) lets you explore remote villages and ancient temples of Hindu God and Goddesses. This place offers you to walk around its traditional architecture, dense forest and deep valleys with terraced fields. Most appropriate time to trek at Jalori Pass is between May to November.

• Kuari Pass Trek is the best trek in Garhwal Mountains. The highlights of this trek are “The Gohna Tal” lake and view of Mt.Nanda Devi range along with numerous other peaks. Enthusiasts can explore dense and virgin forests as well. Suitable time to go for Kuari Pass trekking tour is Mid April to Mid October.

• The Nubra Valley Trek means the valley of flowers (Ldumra), situated in the north of Leh. Bactarian Camels (Shaggy double hump Camel) are the center of attraction here. Nubra Valley, has the world’s highest stretch of motorable road. One can cross the Khardung La (5,578m) with a seven day permit provided by Government. If you want to hit this trek then May and June 23, 2011 would be the best time.

And now comes, Hard Treks. This category covers the toughest trek routes in India like Bara Bhangal Trek (Himachal Pradesh), Ladakh Zanskar Trek (Ladakh), Auden’s Col Trek (Grahwal).

• Bara Bhangal Trek of Himachal Pradesh is one of the toughest treks in India, lies between the Kullu Valley and Dharamshala, the seat of the 14th Dalai Lama. The main attractions of this unique trek are snow covered passes to access isolated Hindu villages and remote shepherd encampments. Best time for trekking at Bara Bhangal is May to June & Sep. to Nov.

• Ladakh Zanskar Trek offers you world’s classic trekking experience while crossing Kullu valley, Rohtang Pass, Darcha, Shingo La to reach Zanskar. Zansakar is also known as ‘The Virgin Vale’, the most isolated of all the trans Himalayan Valleys. Mid June to September is the best period to explore the trek.

• Auden’s Col Trek is a mountain pass, which actually connects Jogin I and Gangotri III peaks to each other and is situated at a height of 5400m approx. This is the most enthralling trek as it also connects two glaciers namely, Khatling and Jogin I. The trek got such a unique name from Auden’s Col who was the first person to cross it in 1939-40. Suitable time period to hit the trek is July, August and September.

Trekking gives you big opportunities to explore untouched places with fun and excitement. Apart from fun and adventure, Trekking also gives unforgotten memories. So, don’t just increase your theoretical knowledge, simply pack your bags and hit the treks to live the moments.

Happy vacations!!!!