India is a fascinating nation for mountain and wilderness lovers. With the Himalayas bordering the north and a few ranges and hills like the Vindhyas, the Nilgiris and the like towards the south, trekking enthusiasts have ample number of choices to decide upon. Each one is unique from the other and would cast a strong influence on your memory.
Let us quickly go through the must-visit trekking destinations in India.
Singalila and Kanchenjunga
The Singalila and Kanchenjunga trail runs through the Himalayan region in Sikkim. Located at an elevation of 4,940 metres, this trail enables you to soak in the tranquillity of North Eastern Himalayan beauty. The most significant aspect of this trek is that it lets you enjoy the view of four among the five highest mountains across the globe, namely: Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga and Makalu. The trek takes quite a few days (about 20 days), as it aims to cover a long stretch of area with the surprise of Goechala in the end. The trek to Kanchenjunga and Singalila is moderately difficult.
Frozen river at Zanskar
The trek to Zanskar is extremely unique owing to the much-awaited view of the frozen lake at its end. Situated at the height of 3, 850 metres, this trail is moderately challenging and requires a span of 14 days for completion. The ethereal view of the white cover of snow adorned with the gong of bells from the local monasteries and the scattered cottages here and there uplifts the aura of the place. The Zanskar trek is uniquely exceptional among all the trekking trails in India.
Source of the Ganges: Gomukh and Tapavan
The trek to Gomukh and Tapavan encompasses the Garhwal Himalayan region and sits peacefully at the height of 4,465 metres. The holy river of the Hindus, as well as the life-supporting water source of India, Ganges, has its source here at the Gangotri Glacier. The chief attraction of this place is the Tapavan, where you would get engulfed by the serenity of the picturesque spread. The chief peaks to enjoy in this trek are: Meru Parvat, Bhagirathi (all the three), Chaturangi, etc. This trekking route is moderate in terms of difficulty for traversing and takes about 12 days to cover entirely.
Trail of Lord Curzon or the Kuari Pass
Running through the Garhwal Himalayas, the Kuari Pass trail is located at an elevation of 4,268 metres and is a moderate trek. The Kuari Pass trail or the Lord Curzon trail runs past verdant valleys and quaint hamlets on its either side and is very popular among the trekkers. Once you go there, you would thank yourself for the unparalleled panoramic view of the Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, Hathi Pahar, Ghodi Pahar and several other peaks meditating side by side. It takes about 10 days to traverse this trail.
