Explore the best trek trails in India

Trekking is one of the most cherished introductions to the mountains. Travel in India is an experience of a lifetime. If you take adrenaline rushes well and are an adventure freak, then this is for you. 

The Indian terrain is brimming with trails and hike routes that spell nothing less than paradise. For a taste of thrill and trekking like never before, try the amazing offbeat treks. Be it winter or summer or even monsoon, these treks are spectacular for their own reason.  

Roopkund

One of the lesser known treks in India, Roopkund trek is named after a glacial lake in Uttarakhand. Known as the Skeleton Lake, it’s shrouded in mysteries. A trek to Roopkund is not just known for adventure, but also spiritual beliefs. 

Enjoy the view of snow-capped peaks of Himalayas as you hike through verdant alpine forests, mountain passes, and glaciers. Frozen most of the year, the lake defrosts after summer and one can see several hundred human skeletons in the water.

Best time to visit: May to June and September to October
Location: Uttarakhand

Goecha La

Goecha La, a trek in the heart of the beautiful Sikkim region, puts you face to face with Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain peak on the planet. Be it beautiful rhododendron forests, picturesque hill stations, or clear blue Himalayan lakes, this trek has it all. The trek is quite challenging, but when you view the majestic Himalayas from Dzongri, you’ll definitely find it worth the effort.

Best time to visit: January to February
Location:  West Sikkim

Kuari Tapovan

The Kuari pass trek is amongst the best winter treks in the Garhwal Mountains. The trail takes one through lush green fields, remote villages and virgin forests along with numerous other peaks is the reward that awaits the trekker atop the Kuari pass! The trails also give a chance to catch the glimpse of Himalayan black bears and pugmarks of leopards.

Best time to visit: November to March
Location: Garhwal Himalaya

Nag Tibba

Nag Tibba is a trekkers’ delight. One of the easiest trails in Himalayas, it offers grand views of the clouds kissing the mountain tops, snow covered peaks and lush valleys dotted with small hamlets. The trail starts near Mussoorie is one of the best weekend treks from Delhi. 

The scenic offbeat trek in India takes you through dense forests rich in flora and fauna. Accompanying you on trial are stunning views of Bandarpoonch peak, the Gangotri group of peaks, Kedarnath peak, Doon valley and the snow peaks of Changabang.
Best time to visit: Throughout the year
Location: Uttarakhand

Phuktal Monastery

The remote Phuktal Monastery in Ladakh is one of best lesser known treks in India. The ancient Buddhist monastery is shaped like honeycomb settled over a cliff over the Tsarap River. The monastery can only be reached by foot.

 The journey takes you through some of the secluded and remarkable places of the Zanskar Valley. The far away from everything location leaves you nothing but all the peace and solitude you can ask from the Mother Nature.
Best time to visit: July to September
Location: Ladakh, J&K

Japfu Peak

Next, we come to one of the most beautiful yet lesser known treks in North East India, the Japfu Peak. The beautiful trail in Kohima, Nagaland is sure to enchant you. The hike to the peak is a soothing treat to your senses. 

The highest point in Nagaland, the peak presents spectacular views of the Dzukou Valley, greenery as far as the eye can see, meadows of rhododendrons, colorful mountain flowers, rare birds and the most important highlight, the tallest rhododendron tree in the world, at 130 ft.
Best time to visit: October to May
Location: Nagaland

Gangotri Gomukh

Gomukh, also known as ‘Gaumukh’ or ‘Gomukhi’ is the snout of the Gangotri Glacier. A journey in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, this trek takes you to the Gangotri glacier at Gomukh, the source of the Ganges. 

A true natural delight, the region features a large diversity of plants and animals, including rare blue mountain goats. The glacier is surrounded by beautiful mountains on all sides, a truly mesmerising sight to behold, and the highlight being.
Best time to visit: May till June
Location: Uttarakhand

The Bhrigu Lake

This trek is blessed with spectacular beauty, it’s an ideal weekend trek that promise thrill to both beginners as well as experienced hikers. This place will take you to the unique alpine meadows at such lower altitude of Himalayas that too in such a short time. Pass through the lush Manali Valley, reaching the holy lake. 

Pitch your camps on the lake shores. Enjoy pure bliss of mountains and spend time stargazing likes never before.
Best time to visit: May to October
Location: Himachal Pradesh

Dodital

It is located in Gharwal Himalayas in the State of Uttrakhand, Dodital trek is a beginner’s delight. The trek takes you through dense forest and opens meadows and eventually to the beautiful Dodital Lake and eventually to Dwara pass top at 4150 Meters offers mesmerising views of Dhauladhar and greater Himalayan ranges. 

At 3050 Meters Dodital Lake is a beautiful campsite surrounded by pine and oak trees the Lake is also home to fresh water golden masheer one of most famous trout fish in the Himalayas.

Best time to visit: March
Location: Gharwal Himalayas, Uttrakhand