Let’s be honest here. All of us have some Facebook friends of ours that keep on posting those beautiful pictures of the mystical mountains whenever they go on their oh-so-often mountain treks. Now, we may act completely unaffected by those pictures, but by Golly haven’t we also at some point or the other wished ourselves to be amidst those divine surroundings? As we said earlier, let’s be honest here.
You have, right?
Now, we assume there are possible only two major things holding you back from going on those treks:
1. No college/office holidays
2. Not fit enough to go on high-altitude treks
We have valid answers to both.
For the first one, no office in this world would sack you if you took 2-3 days off ever. Those are just excuses brimming in your head.
For the second one, well we’re making this entire list for people like you only. These are 10 easy to moderately difficult treks that can be completed by fit beginners.
1. Brahmatal Trek - “The perfect peak winter trek.”
Brahmatal is one of the very few treks in the Himalayas that are still accessible in the peak winters of January and February. In fact, that’s what makes it more beautiful. Once you see Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nanda Ghunti from up there, you’d be blessed for life.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/brahmatal-trek/
2. Har Ki Dun Trek - “A doorway to ancient Himalayan villages.”
Literally meaning “the valley of the Gods,” this is the trail that the Pandavas followed in their ascent to heaven, according to the epic Mahabharata. See Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch and Blackpeak, all together.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/har-ki-dun/
3. Sandakphu Phalut Trek - “The holy grail of Indian trekking.”
The only trek in India that can give you comfortable views of the fourth and the fifth highest peaks in the world - Lhotse and Makalu.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/sandakphu/
4. Prashar Lake Trek - “A perfect family trek in Himachal.”
The beauty of the crystal blue-watered Parashar Lake must be seen in order to be believed. One shall be exposed to a variety of sceneries in this comfortable trek that allures everyone in the family.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/prashar-lake/
5. Kuari Pass Trek - “Trek deliciously close to Mt. Nanda Devi.”
This remarkable trek located in the most remarkable regions of Garhwal in Uttarakhand, the Kuari Pass trek is 6 days of pure bliss. Mt. Nanda Devi looks larger-than-life from here, as expected.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/kuari-pass/
6. Tarsar Marsar Trek - “The one trek that should be in your ultimate bucket list.”
The experience of camping right beside the three beautiful alpine lakes, and that too not once but twice is what should be sufficient for you to discover this wonderful trek. Also, because Kashmir.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/tarsar-marsar/
7. Bhrigu Lake Trek - “A perfect trail near Manali.”
If you think Manali is just some honeymooners hand-in-hand spoiling the ever-so-crowded Mall Road, you should come to the Bhrigu Lake trek. Hardly 24 kms away from main Manali and by Golly, the scenery changes so drastically and makes you believe that it’s a different universe altogether.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/bhrigu-lake/
8. Deorital-Chandrashila Peak Trek - “The best Himalayan trek you can start with.”
The introductory quote should suffice in itself on why you should go to Deorital-Chandrashila Peak trek. It is pure value for a beginner’s time and makes them come back for trekking all over again. From bird-watching to lakes and a grand summit’s climb, it’s perfect.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/deoriatal-chandrashila-peak/
9. Kedarkantha Trek - “The best winter trek in the Himalayas.”
The stunning view of the famed Garhwali region is what this trek is so popular for. Tell stories around the campfire and tell the stories about telling stories around the campfire once you come back; Kedarkantha is unforgettable, and easy.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/kedarkantha/
10. Nag Tibba Trek - “An inviting weekend trek near Mussoorie.”
For this, you don’t even have to take an off from your office, so there is another reason for you to be in this absolutely sublime 2-day trek amidst the Garhwal Himalayas. If you live somewhere up north, Nag Tippa is a delight for beginners.
For more info: https://indiahikes.com/nag-tibba/
What are you waiting for then? Stop making excuses and start packing your bags for your very first trek! And don’t forget to post enviable pictures on social media once there.