Discover the Thrills of Himachal Trekking

Discover the Thrills of Himachal Trekking

Are you someone who is in love with travelling? Yes, who does not like to be amidst the beauty of nature? Stepping out from daily boring life to enjoy is something everyone craves for. Travelling gives you a feeling of relaxation, where you can freely do the adventures you want while enjoying nature. Travelling allows you to clean your mind and refreshes your soul. If you travel, you explore different people, religions, beliefs, cultures, and languages. You can learn new things and make connections with people all over the world. The best part of travelling is it broadens our horizons and opens our minds to new possibilities. Here is something we have who loves Himachal trekking.

1. Beas Kund Trek

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A journey that takes you to the source of Beas. The name Beas arrived from people who believed that rishi Vyas, who wrote Mahabharata, took his daily bath in this lake while he meditated. The term Beas kund may have derived from Vyas. Beas Kund Trek starts from Solang Nallah. Before witnessing the beautiful, serene Lake of Beas, the mesmerising meadows of Dhundi and Bakarthach will be a part of your trail on the Beas Kund trek. You can also pluck wild strawberries and mushrooms and enjoy watching herds of sheep and goats grazing grass. Beas Kund Trek is the perfect choice for you if you are a beginner because of its easy difficulty level and short duration in Himachal trekking. If you are a first-timer to himachal, hiring a travel company in India is best to get the most out of your trip.

  • Duration: 4 days and 3 nights
  • Cost: INR5500/-
  • Best time to visit: May to July and September to October

2. Hampta Pass Trek

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Hampta Pass is one of the Himalayas’s most dramatic and rare pass crossings. Along the walk, you can observe a portion of Kullu’s verdant, beautiful valley, complete with meadows, woods, and mountain flowers in bloom. On the other side, you will see barren mountains and almost no vegetation. Both the mountains are two different worlds. What makes Hampta Pass more thrilling is that when you get onto the other side, you will be mesmerised by what you left behind. The landscape in front of you is Spiti Valley. You will witness more scenic changes while crossing Hampta, and that part will be a great adventure for Himachal trekking.

  • Duration: 5 days, 4 nights
  • Cost: INR 7500/-
  • Best time to visit: Mid-June to September

3. Kheerganga Trek

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Kheerganga lies deep in Parvati valley, Kasol. It is renowned for its hot water spring and spectacular valley view. It trails in the heart of the Himalayas and offers lush pine forests and vibrant meadows with amazing views of the Parvati Valley. Kheerganga’s clear sky allows you to see constellations. You can experience an unforgettable night camping under a blanket of stars. While you trek to the mystical Rudra Nag, you will capture the awe-inspiring beauty of the snake-shaped cascade of the waterfall along with its surrounding landscape. Witnessing the Himalayan wildflowers and birds will captivate your eyes. Taking a dip in the Parvati Kund with crystal clear and polluted-free air will give you the deep sensation of rejuvenating your body and soul.

  • Duration: 3 days, 2 nights
  • Cost: INR 2300/-
  • Best time to visit: September to November and then April to June

4. Bhrigu Lake Trek

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Bhrigu trek is also known as the prettiest grassland trek of Himachal. Its name is derived from the famous Maharishi Bhrigu. From the lush green mountains, you will see the mountains of Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar. In July, you can see meadows covered with a blanket of snow, whereas, from August to September, you will see their lushiest green with beautiful wildflowers everywhere. While on your trek, you will see meadows of different shapes, textures, and colours all along with you until Bhrigu Lake. Getting a chance to be accompanied by alpine meadows all along makes the trek special.

  • Duration: 4 days and 3 nights
  • Cost: INR 5299/-
  • Best time to visit: Mid-June to Mid-September

5. Tosh valley trek

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In the Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh, in the Parvati valley close to Kasol, lies a place called Tosh, which is thought to have been blessed by Lord Shiva. The view of snow-capped mountains, the rising height of the mountains, and the cold – air hitting your face will leave you mesmerised. Its silence and untouched beauty are things that drag us. You are encouraged to relive your life, forgetting the daily stress. Trekking through the forest trails filled with the fragrance of pine and cedar trees as you make your way towards the roaring tosh waterfall. Tosh village is considered one of India’s most charming himachal trekking destinations.

Duration: 2 days, 1 night
Cost: 1199/-
Favourable time to visit: February, April, May, June, September, and early October

6. Indrahar Pass Trek

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Trekking through the rugged Dhauladhar range to reach the beautiful Indrahar Pass provides an amazing vista of verdant valleys and snow-capped peaks. This trek starts from the small town of Mcleodganj, situated on the outskirts of Dharamshala and goes up to Indrahar Pass. You will see Kangra Valley and the Pir Panjal range at this high mountain pass. However, you can see various Himalayan and beautiful wildlife flowers. Camping under the starlit sky at Llama Glacier gives you peace in the lap of nature.

  • Duration: 4 days, 3 nights
  • Cost: INR 6499/-
  • Best time to visit – April to October

7. Pin Bhabha pass

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Trekking in Pin Bhaba Pass, you can witness the drama as the landscape changes from green lushes to deserted mountains. While at the pass, you see Pin Valley below you, in various shades 9of pink, while behind you is the lush green Bhaba Valley. Seeing this, you will realise how nature never fails to amaze you. You will see a turquoise-blue river gushes through the forest on one side. In the forest of mulling, the grasslands catch your breath.

  • Duration: 8 days, 7 nights
  • Cost: INR 24000/-
  • Best time to visit: May to October

Spending time in the mountains can reduce your stress and anxiety. Nature has a calming effect on the brain, reducing the stress hormone cortisol levels. Engaging in physical activity in the mountains releases endorphins, also known as the “happy hormones,” which promote relaxation. The mountain is calling, so pack your bags and ready for Himachal trekking!.

Posted by Sarika Chauhan

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