Explore the Divine Beauty of the Himalayas with these Exciting Summer Treks

The snow-capped peaks of the mighty Himalayas are a welcoming retreat all year round with never ending options for the adventure buffs out there… Oh well! Wouldn’t it be just perfect that one could route through the white expanse of rugged terrain away from the blistering heat of summer?! Think no more, here are some of the choicest summer treks trailing through the Himalayan range with some challenging climbs atop the lofty peaks!

ROOP KUND TREK
Roopkund trek is a dreamland sprawling of green carpets, the alpine meadows of Ali and Bedni Bugyal laced with gushing brooks, the ascending climb dotted by oak woods – the rustic feels & rugged charms casting a spell like no other! Surrounded by the Trishul & Nanda Ghunti peaks, here is nature’s unparalleled beauty bound in the mystery of human remains found in & around the lake!

HAMPTA PASS TREK
Hampta Pass trek courses through the lush green valleys & woods amidst the snow-capped peaks – routing through the Hampta Pass with the major attractions being Chandrataal, the valleys of Lahual and Spiti among others, letting through some challenging climbs transcending to a whole other world!

MARKHA VALLEY TREK
Synonymous by the name of the Tree House trek, it is a whole package of an expedition – trailing through the Gandala La & Kongmaru La passes alongside remote gorges & streaming rivers, exploring the lifescapes of the Markha village & Tibetan culture & the famed Hemis National park.

DODITAL TREK
A drop of emerald amidst the majestic Himalayas this one accounts for being one of the highest altitude freshwater lakes, an ideal trek to get on with – routing through the Darwa pass and Darwa Top all full of scenic landscapes with a taste of local culture & cuisines making up for the ideal summer retreat!

BARA BHANGAL TREK
This one calls for a challenging feat, coursing through narrow, tricky and rocky paths with spectacular views of the Indrasan, Deo Tibba and Hanuman Tibba peaks, also a hotspot for mountainous vegetation & wildlife spotting with frequent hot springs along the way, drawing adventurers from all over the globe!

PIN PARVATI PASS TREK
Another tricky trek to go, Pin Parvati trails upto the Spiti valley laden with greens & alpine forests to the snow-capped peaks – a sight to behold and a trek to remember, rising 17,000 ft above sea level ideal for the seasoned trekker! One gets the perfect opportunity to bask in the culture & rural lifescapes of the mountains, the local charm & sanctity of the divine be it temples of Lord Shiva or the serenity of Buddhist monasteries…

KASHMIR GREAT LAKES TREK
The paradise on earth is home to nature’s greatest treasures, the glacial lakes of Vishnasar and Krishansar with astounding beauty & charm. Moderate in trekking requisites, this one speaks for the alluring landscapes lined with Pines & Maples, great for wildlife spotting where one can catch a bird’s eye view of the lakes from the highest point of Gadsar pass followed by descending sights of the Yamsir Lake, Satsar lakes and the Gadsar Lake…

NUBRA VALLEY TREK
Nubra Valley trek is nature’s delight, bound with scenic landscapes of the cold desert – its white sand dunes to river valleys of the Shyok & Nubhra, gorges and meadows it courses through the Khardungla pass to the Nubhra valley aligned to the Indus valley through the Lasermo La pass, dotted with monasteries & Tibetan settlements along the way, a new world in itself…

VALLEY OF FLOWERS
This one accounts for the ultimate destination for trekking expeditions in the vast expanse loaded with activities like sight-seeing, pay visits to pilgrimage centres, bird watching, nature walks, hitch hiking, camping along the trek – indulging in the local culture, livelihood & lifestyle of the people while you bask in the scenic beauty of the blooming meadows & lush carpets of green!

INDRAHAR PASS TREK
Nestled in the Dhauladhar range, this trek offers yet another adventure to get on with, in close range to Dharamshala & McLeodganj the much popular tourist destinations for hikers & trekkers galore, routing through the scenic marvels spellbinding beauty of the Himalayas. This one courses relatively short & challenging, trekking along Triund to exploring the Lahesh Caves by & by rocky trails of the Kangra & Chamba valleys, most definitely a treat to the soul!

SPITI TO LADAKH TREK
Trailing along the ancient silk route, this one has you captivated in the rustic charm of the mountainside across the remote routes & tricky trails of the rugged paradise – exploring through hidden valleys & passes midst the cold desert, high altitude lakes & plains. Not only does it offer scenic landscapes it gives a chance to indulge in cultural exploration with Buddhist monasteries, ruralscapes & wildlife spotting within the natural realms!

LAMAYURU PADUM TREK
Lying along the Zanskar valley Lamayuru Padum trek trails through passes & scenic locations like Basgo, Likir, Alchi, Rizong, Lamayuru, Mulbek, & the Suru Valley among others exploring the monasteries & their Stupas & Gompas indulging in the regional lifescapes, relishing in the beauty of meadow campsites & sighting of the majestic Himalayan peaks in all their glory! This one treks along the remotest regions of the land kept alive by the cultural exchange of the Buddhists, thus routing through serene & quaint desert land…

DARCHA TO PADUM TREK
This exciting trail lets on a thrill for adventure & exploration along another route in the Zanskar valley, challenging yet stunning as one treks along the way – a land rich with the ancient past & its remains lauded with breathtaking landscapes stretched far & wide plentiful of rural settlements & local trade routes, monasteries.

KUARI PASS TREK
One discovered & made popular since the colonial times, the trek traverses through some of the most prominent peaks of the Himalayas – Kamet, Trishul, Nanda Devi, Neelkanth & Dronagiri among others. It passes through some major pilgrimage centres & remote villages with chances of wildlife spotting along the way & stunning beauty of the meadows streatched wide, the Bugyals as they’re locally known & going through several passes like the Vinayak pass reaching up to points like the Kuari Top & Tali top, a journey of a lifetime as some would say!

HAR KI DUN TREK
This one remains a special attraction what with the famed Hanging valley & the exquisite beauty, every step of the way… The breathtaking views, lively villages, pilgrim spots, gushing brooks & splashing river alongside the heavenly camping sites especially patched with a bounty of blossoms, make it an other-worldly experience, bearing views of the skyline with some majestic Himalayan peaks, is a journey beyond compare!

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