Want to witness something magical??
Wanna venture out into the wild??
Do you crave for experiencing something new??
Are you ready to come out of your comfort zone??
If yes… you are a true adventure lover!!
So what can be better than trekking? After all, this always has been the first choice among the adventure sport lovers. Don’t you think we are blessed to be in a country which is full of beautiful adventurous surprises in the form of hills, valleys and rivers? Right from making your way on the ice sheets to climbing new heights or running down the rolling meadows, India offers us a plethora of options for trekking and we don’t need to even cross a national border 
For all the real enthusiasts who are dying to be in blissful touch of nature along with the thrill, we at Travel Hatke bring to you a perfect suited list of trekking destinations in our motherland.
Pick up your destination and thank us later ☺
Best Trekking Destinations #1 – RUPIN PASS
Just as the life surprises us at every step, the trek at Rupin pass will surprise you every moment with its changing scenery.
The Rupin pass crossing is an adventure in itself. The thrill starts at the lower water fall, where you crane your neck to see the snout of the water fall, and the other moment you come to know that the snout is the location of your next camp. From the upper water fall camp to Rupin Pass is a thrilling trek over vast snow fields and glaciers. At the end of the trek, the climb through the Rupin Pass gully will make you feel part of a climbing expedition.
PS – If there exists a pass which will not let you go until it’s over, it’s the Rupin Pass.
Adventure’s Abode – Starts in Uttarakhand, ends in Himachal.
Best Trekking Destinations #2 – ROOPKUND
For those who dare to explore, Roopkund offers one of the most perfectly landscaped trek embellished with mystery. While trekking you get into the dense, dark and beautiful forests and witness a complete scenery change as soon as you get out.
Nature has a lot to surprise you with. You just need to have the craving. Getting out of the forests you will have to trek at the high altitude meadows ,Ali and Bedni Bugyal (probably the prettiest ones) and that demands from you to be in a decent shape( remember the high altitudes :p). Adding the challenges and the mystery, the trek to Roopkund should be in the must-do list of adventure lovers.
PS – You may witness the most beautiful sunset ever at the campsite of Bhagwabasa.
Adventure’s Abode – Uttarakhand
Other places you can visit in Uttarakhand – Haridwar, Nainital, Dehradun.
Best Trekking Destinations #3 – KASHMIR GREAT LAKES
No doubt, it is one of the most spectacular treks in India. The one with a heavenly experience. No sooner you reach the vast open valley of Kashmir by crossing three passes, you realize that the journey was worth it.
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Lush green meadows flooded with pretty flowers, deep aquamarine water and exquisitely beautiful alpine lakes makes it an unparalleled trekking destination all over India. You are not going to find moplar,willow and maple in any other place. These are unique to Kashmir and make this place very special.
PS – Mountains, streams and rivers will accompany you all round the trek.
Adventure’s Abode – Kashmir
Other places you can visit in Jammu and Kashmir – Srinagar.
Best Trekking Destinations #4 – BURAN GHATI
Simply superb!! These two words describe the trekking experience at Buran ghati. Panoramic view of forests, mountains, grasslands and even village settings, Buran ghati offers you with everything beautiful in nature you can think of.
Visiting Barua village will take you back to ancient times. Imagine an entire village hanging out of a ridge, an ancient village with ancient customs, wooden temples and narrow lanes through homes… a remarkable experience of time travelling. Isn’t it??
No wonder, this is the most thrilling trekking destination all over India. Apart from the challenge of rappelling down a snow wall of 15000 ft, this place offers you five big snow slides which are enough to increase you heartbeat and add some more thrill.
Take a note – All the fun here comes with a limiting window. You can do the trekking here only in June.
Adventure’s Abode – Himachal Pradesh
Other places you can visit in Himachal Pradesh – Dalhousie, Shimla, Manali, Khajjiar.
Best Trekking Destinations #5 – TARSAR
Tarsar is one of the treks which set the difficulty bar high for trekking. Trekking enthusiasts will surely love this place. Abode of exquisite lakes, this place offers you a chance to camp beside the lakes just like the setting in typical romantic movies.
You can go for a walk over the lush green ledges with streams falling over them. Thousands of flowers blossom in those lovely meadows which will make you feel like walking in a valley of flowers. Little rivulets running along the meadows are enough to rediscover the inner child of trekkers and they can be found hop skipping and jumping over them.
PS – Tarsar is popular for its best meadow walks.
Adventure’s Abode – Kashmir
Other places you can visit in Jammu and Kashmir – Srinagar.
Best Trekking Destinations #6 – GOECHALA
One of the oldest and most popular trekking destinations, Goechala owns best scenic mountain views.
Larger than life!! Yes, everything here in this spectacular trek is on a bigger scale. Deep valleys, dense forests, staggering heights and wide meadows along with a plenty of rhododendrons…everything is grand.
No doubt, trekking in Sikkim is an attraction in itself but the added attraction is being in the lap of the world’s third largest peak, Kanchenjunga. As soon as you reach the pass, nothing will come in between you and the peak.
Go for something grand!!
Go to Goechala!!
PS – It is as exotic as it sounds ☺
Adventure’s Abode – Sikkim
Other places you can visit in Sikkim – Gangtok.
Best Trekking Destinations #7 – DEORIATAL CHANDARASHILA
This is an incredibly amazing trekking destination which doesn’t demand more from you. That’s why it is counted as an easy one. A paradise for those who love birds!!
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A visual treat to those who love nature’s photography!! It is no less than a treasure ☺
The scenic panoramic views of each and every summit in Garhwal and Kumaon range of Uttarakhand right under your nose… What else does a nature lover desires!!
To add on, this place is an abode to the greatest jungles you could see on a trek. It owns a rare variety of forests.
PS – An adventurous summit climb to Chandrashila summit is even a plus point.
Adventure’s Abode – Uttarakhand
Other places you can visit in Uttarakhand – Haridwar, Nainital, Dehradun.
Best Trekking Destinations #8 – KEDARKANTHA WINTER TREK
For a superb thrilling experience during winters, summit climb to Kedarkantha must be in the bucket-list of every trekking enthusiast. It’s just like a fairy tale like experience with snow patches and lovely campsites all around you. This place is popular for its amazingly beautiful campsites.
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An awe-inspiring view with the effect of light and shade created by the ridges slanting towards sun is such a heavenly experience. A walk on the ridges under pine and oak trees is another calling for nature lovers.
PS – This is probably, the best among winter treks all over India.
Adventure’s Abode – Uttarakhand
Other places you can visit in Uttarakhand – Haridwar, Nainital, Dehradun.
Best Trekking Destinations #9 – HAMPTA PASS
Very few people know that an amazing trek is waiting out there for them right above Manali. Yes it’s none other than the Hampta pass. One of the thrilling passes along with the fantastic natural vegetation. Such a beauty it is!!
It is special in its own way and stands out due to the beauty of its flower laden valley. It becomes exotic when snow patches touches the valley right from the staggering mountain cliffs.
A complete shift in the scenic view!! That’s what it will give you as one of the best trekking experience. Can you imagine a sudden change of scene from an exquisite valley of flowers to a desert (in Spiti)? Yes, that’s what you will get to witness in Hampta pass.
PS – Lucky trekkers could get to visit Chandratal , a crystal clear desert lake with deep shades of aquamarine
Adventure’s Abode – Himachal Pradesh
Other places you can visit in Himachal Pradesh – Dalhousie, Shimla, Manali, Khajjiar.
Best Trekking Destinations #10 – SANDAKPHU
For a remarkable trekking experience, Sandakphu is a must-visit. No other trekking destination gives you the chance to see four of the highest summits of the world, all at once!! That’s quite a big calling for all the trekking enthusiasts out there.
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Those summits are Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu. The names are enough to bring an excitement in your eyes, i think ;). It’s not that you will get only a glimpse of the summits. They are going to be with you all round the trek.
A trek on the eastern most fringe of our country, this place is the home of unique culture and customs. The local food is a must-try and a factor of attraction for all the foodies ☺
PS – It’s a great place for forest climbs and lovely campsites with spectacular scenic views.
Adventure’s Abode – West Bengal
Other places you can visit in West Bengal – Darjeeling, Kolkata.
Our Final Say
We hope that above pick of best trekking destinations will help you out with choosing your desired one ☺
There is quite nothing amazing like reaching to the end of a trek and enjoying the vast openness of Mother Nature. Your wanderlust is just incomplete without one or more trekking experience. The satisfaction you gain and the adventure you feel will definitely outmatch the fanciest of the clubs and parties.
Just pick up your destination and go for it. After all, life is much more than just being a part of the rat-race. There is much more to discover in this beautiful world.
Cheers to the love of adventure!!
Cheers to the love of trekking!!
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