Location: Srinagar,
Jammu & Kashmir, Northern India.
Best Time: May to October.
Major Locations: Himachal Pradesh, Rishikesh, Darjeeling,
Garhwal and
Ladak.
Hiking in India
Only a few places in the world as gorgeous as Indian terrain. With low
rolling hills, just a couple of meters high, one can climb on to touch the
core of the great Himalayas. Perennial snow, deep gorges and placid mountain
lakes, thick forests and acres of snow draped mountainsides and green alpine
meadows offer a fondling journey for adventure travellers. The best to enjoy
such unblemished and untamed natural surrounds, is hiking. You can enjoy the
tranquil settings of the wooded meadows and verdant fields of Himalayas
during hiking tours in India. The thrilling hiking tours here, offer
enormous opportunity for the travellers to mingle with the nature. When you
happen to visit places in their undisturbed beauty and relishing scenic
surroundings, you will be enslaved and enthralled by their breathtaking
sceneries. All you have to do is make up your mind and select a hiking
destination.
Hiking Tips
Hiking experience in mountaneous region of India can be demanding in terms
of physical health and fitness. Although hiking involves walking, there are
always some recommendations for its safe than sorry. First, choose your
clothes according to weather and climatic conditions. Some of the places in
Ladak can be death chilly. For cold weather, you may go for capilene,
thermion, thermax and thermostat. For warm weathers, cool max, supplex or
polyester microfiber are best options. A wind proof and water resistant
jacket can be worn loosely as a great protector. The second important
consideration is as regards foot wears. Since a hiker walks miles and miles
on rough and rugged terrains, shoes that provide walking comfort are an
asset. Always look for light weight and waterproof variety of shoes for
hiking. The third and most important thing to take care of is about food.
You should drink a lot of water before, during and after journey. It only
prevents you from dehydration but also builds stamina while walking. The
last thing is to carry a trial map and compass. No hiker should head out
without knowing directions and routes as this may be frustrating.
Hiking Places in India
There are splendid places in India which offer great hiking options. For
the travellers who have handful days in hand, Himachal Pradesh offers pretty
good hiking places. Suggested places in Himachal include Kullu, Manikaran
and Pulga. You can take one day hiking trail in Darjeeling to view its
entire region. You can make a hiking tour from
Darjeeling to Kuseong, Old Millitary
Road, Singla, Bijabbari and Tiger Hill. Most amazing of all is Doon Valley
tour which will take you through wonderful flowering meadows and forests of
Har ki Doon Valley. Start from Mussoorie and take an exciting river rafting
trip through River Ganges to visit some of the Hindu pilgrimage
destinations. Rishikesh is yet another famous adventurous hiking
destination. But if you are looking for some of the best hikes in the
country then Leh-Ladak is the name for it. As you hike the bewitching
mountains and valleys of Ladak, enjoy the enslaving views of Zaqnskar
Valleys. Ideal mix of relaxation and picturesque beauty adorn this place,
making it an ultimate splendor.
Things to Carry
If you are set for a hiking trip, then do not forget to carry these: hat,
waist packs, hike backpack, water bottles, sunscreen and hike tour route
maps.
