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Summer, Winter, Monsoon Or Spring – Some Of India’s Best #Trekking Routes For Every Season

Too cold to trek in the hills and too risky to trek during the monsoons? Seasons often play truant while choosing a perfect trek. Love trekking but can't decide where to go? We present you with many options which you can choose according to the season. Winter, Summer, Monsoon or Spring - we have a trek for every season!

Summer, Winter, Monsoon Or Spring – Some Of India’s Best #Trekking Routes For Every Season

Too cold to trek in the hills and too risky to trek during the monsoons? Seasons often play truant while choosing a perfect trek. Love trekking but can’t decide where to go? We present you with many options which you can choose according to the season. Winter, Summer, Monsoon or Spring – we have a trek for every season!

“If adventure has a final and all-embracing motive, it is surely this: we go out because it is our nature to go out, to climb mountains, and to paddle rivers, to fly to the planets and plunge into the depths of the oceans… When man ceases to do these things, he is no longer man.”

– Wilfrid Noyce

The diverse and exceptional topography of India offers a startlingly wide experience of trekking. From north to south and east to west, every nook and corner of this country has something really distinct and incredible for adventure bugs.

Walking through charismatic pastures, beautiful oak tree woods, serene tribal areas and quaint waterfalls – one can observe the miracles of Mother Nature as it unfurls some of its unseen exquisiteness. If a trekker is confused about which destination he or she should choose in a specific season, here are the season-wise suggestions of some treks perfect for trekking enthusiasts:

Some Of The Best Summer Trekking Trails in India – Beating the sun’s intensity!

Summer season is usually hot and humid in India. The elevated areas of different regions are comparatively cooler and thus provide an ideal setting for trekkers. Here are the treks that can be carried out during summers.

  • Har Ki Dun Trek in Garhwal: Har Ki Dun Valley is located in the Western Garhwal Himalayas. This valley is at the Fateh Parvat’s base. Opaque woods of deodar, pine and other such coniferous trees enclose this cradle cut valley. It is hard for a trekker to not fall in love with the panorama of the route as it is completely concealed by a blanket of purple and blue flowers. The surrounding woodland is teeming with flora and fauna. The prominent snow clad peaks that are visible along the route are Kala Nag, Swarga-Rohini and Bandarpunch.
Photo Credit: The Road less Travelled Ventures
Photo Credit: The Road less Travelled Ventures
  • Kuari Pass in Garhwal: Kauri Pass is a well-liked trek among the adventure and nature lovers all over the globe. This trek is also known as Curzon’s Trail. The trek in Kuari Pass takes the tourists through verdant vales, opaque woodlands and small but enticing rural areas with welcoming locales. The tempting vistas of snow-covered Himalayan peaks will delight the adventure buffs. The trekker can witness the sight of striking peaks like Hathi-Ghodi Parvat, Nanda Devi, Dronagiri, Kamet and Chaukhamba.
Photo Credit: Himalayan Trekking
Photo Credit: Himalayan Trekking

Some Of The Best Winter Trekking Trails in India – Adventure in chilly environs!

Snow-covered peaks, fog obstructing the vision and so on. Winters in India are cool and snowfall occurs in some trekking areas that block the routes. Thus trekking is not possible in every part of the country during winters. Here are some suggestions for treks that are perfect for winters-

  • Chopta Chandrashila Trek in Garhwal: Chopta Chandrashila Trek is probably one of the most striking winter trekking routes that have continuously grabbed the imagination of adventure aficionados around the world. This trek offers a remarkable and picturesque view of the snow-covered Great Himalayan Range. This route is certainly a delicacy for both the senses and the soul. One of the most entrancing parts for trekkers is the phenomenal sight of the Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Trishul and Kedar peaks along the trail.
Photo Credit: Saurabh Chatterjee/ Flickr
Photo Credit: Saurabh Chatterjee/ Flickr
  • Snow Leopard Trek in Ladakh: There are several places in Ladakh where an adventurer can savor the thrill of trekking. One such trail is the Snow Leopard Trek. This trek encompasses high passes at 4,600 meters of elevation in the outer Himalayas with its crests creating the most remarkable feature of the area. The most extraordinary part of the Snow Leopard trek is that it proffers a chance to visit the Hemis National Park, which is opulent in flora and fauna and located nearby. If the trek is done in winters, the trekker can witness dry woodlands full of birch, fir and juniper. High-altitude grasslands and scrublands are also available here to lure an adventure freak. The Hemis National Park is rich in wildlife species and during winters, one can spot a snow leopard as well.

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Some Of The Best Spring Trekking Trails in India – Witnessing blooms all around!

Appeasing sunlight, flowers blooming everywhere – springs in India are filled with the fragrance of blossoms. It is a great season to plan an adventure tour. Here are the treks that can be best explored during spring –

  • Dodital Trek in Garhwal: The Dodital Trek is situated at an elevation of around 3300 meters above sea level, in Northern Uttarkashi. This trek is perfect for adventure enthusiasts with moderate trekking skills. The trek offers an intriguing site of Rhododendron, Fir, Deodar and Oak forests that are amazingly dense. The astounding vista of the Garhwal Himalayas blinds the tourists. The route is filled with exotic flora and fauna. The area is renowned for embracing some of the rarest fish species such as the Himalayan Golden Trout, thus proffering ample opportunities for bird watching and angling.
Photo Credit: Adventure Works India
Photo Credit: Adventure Works India
  • Dzongri La in Sikkim: The trekkers who don’t have much skills of trekking should not miss the Dzongri La Trek in Sikkim. The pastures of Dzongri offer captivating views of the Himalayas. It is a seven-day trek and is undoubtedly a trekker’s Eden. The route of this trek passes through lush and verdant forests of Rhododendron, Oak, Magnolia, Chestnut, Maple and Pine. These forests culminate in the paddocks of Dzongri with arresting landscapes, embracing scores of wild plants and bizarre orchids along with a remarkable assortment of butterflies and birds that are worth admiring.
Photo Credit: Thrillophilia
Photo Credit: Thrillophilia

Some Of The Best Monsoon Trekking Trails in India – Exploration amid a moist ambiance!

India faces rains in most part during monsoon. However, there are some regions that are preferable for traversing during the monsoons. Trekkers need not worry in the monsoon as some destinations provide the perfect setting for trekking in this season. Here are the best sites for adventure buffs to embark on during monsoon.

  • Markha Valley Trek in Ladakh: There are numerous trekking options available in the cold desert of Ladakh. During monsoons, Markha Valley is ideal for trekking here. The Markha Valley, positioned amid Ladakh and Zanskar ranges, proffers adventure enthusiasts an astounding outline of Buddhist influence in this region. While trekking in Markha Valley, a trekker can relish the sites of antique monasteries, high altitude passes, remote villages, paddocks like Nimaling and summits like Nun-Kun and Kangyatse. Moreover, the trekking trail renders trekkers an imposing vista of the Himalayas as they need to go through the high altitude passes in Central Ladakh Valleys such as Gandla, Kongmaru La and Stok La.

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  • Valley of Flowers in Garhwal: The snow in Garhwal Himalayas adds to the splendid beauty of the mountains in winters. The Valley of flowers is an exceptional trek that will leave you spellbound if you travel here in monsoon. The trek to this valley is not tough and one can carry it out with family. It is swarmed with tourists every year. The exotic flowers that bloom during monsoon make the panorama of the trekking route fascinating for the trekkers. This valley is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is at an altitude of 3658 meters and several cascading waterfalls can be spotted on the trail along with mesmerizing vistas of landscape. The unsurpassed exquisiteness of this mystic valley has always enticed adventure buffs, botanists and nature admirers. Do note however that the valley is accessible only during the months of June to October, as it is covered with heavy snow for the rest of the year.

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Trekking can be enjoyed all year round in India, as there are specific treks for every season. All treks have something unique to enkindle the adrenaline rush of an adventure enthusiast or light up the eyes of a nature lover.

Please note that any height above 3000 meters needs acclimatization by trekkers, even experienced ones.

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About the author: Pawan Kotiyal is an avid traveller, who likes to trudge to far-flung and lesser-explored destinations in India. Trekking and photography keeps him busy while he is out exploring the unknown destinations. He also likes to pen his travelling experience in order to help those with similar interest in travelling, trekking and photography.
Thanks: Probir Sengupta for valuable inputs.

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