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Top 10 Treks for The Month of December

 The top 10 treks to endure during the magical snowy white month of December are listed here - 1. Kuari Pass Trek The Kuari Pass Trek is one of the most wondrous winter treks in Uttarakhand. For a beginner, a trek that would be just the right step to start with is the Kuari Pass Trek. Kuari means “doorway” and this trek can literally be a doorway into one’s inmost heart and soul. Evolved as a hub for trekkers and pilgrims, this trek lies south of the Tibetan border begins from Joshimath, in the Chamoli district of Himalayas. Trekking in Himalayas would be incomplete without visiting the gorgeous Kuari Pass Trek! Kuari pass trek is a high-altitude Himalayan trek., which demands physical fitness, stamina, and endurance. A beginner friendly trek, the duration is 6 days and it is around 33 kilometres altogether. The trail is covered with beautiful forests. The walkthrough the jungles of oak and deodar will also lead to the closest view of mt. Nanda Devi. It might get a bit difficult d...

Sandakphu Trek: A Mystical Trek to Endure On!

 Considered to be one of the best treks in the Himalayas, Sandakphu Trek is a moderate and simple trek to start with. This trek is best suitable for beginners as well as regular trekkers, especially for all mountain lovers! Sandakphu Trek , as compared to the western Himalayas, lies at a lower latitude. The sun in winters along with the height of the eastern Himalayas makes a great backdrop for glaring dusk and dawn skies. One can discover the old Silk route and enjoy the view of the world’s tallest and majestic mountains while experiencing Nepalese and Sikkim people hospitality. Introduce yourself to the beauty of orchids and magnolia while discovering the Himalayas wilderness at Singalila National Park. Enjoying the early morning tea admiring the Kanchenjunga peaks and witnessing the eye-catching famous and glorious sleeping Buddha structure carved out of the Kanchenjunga peaks brings much needed peace to the lives of everyone. The highest point in West Bengal within the Darjeeli...

Gaumukh Tapovan and Dayara Bugyal Trek

 The two of the most stunning treks that Uttarakhand has to offer to all the trekkers who want a thrilling experience as well as a smooth and easy trekking journey are the, Gaumukh Tapovan Trek and Dayara Bugyal Trek. These two treks also welcome the trekkers with splendid views which definitely will make the journey wondrous! The first one, that is, Gaumukh Tapovan Trek is comparatively difficult one out of the two. This trek lasts for 8 days with summit height of 14,202 ft. The mesmerizing Gaumukh Tapovan Trek is a trek to the source of the Ganges, the most sacred river in India, and is a complete blend of spiritual fulfilment and a natural spectrum that brings eternal peace to the trekkers out there. Bringing adventure, spirituality, and adrenaline in this single trek is a heavenly combination, and the mesmerizing Gaumukh Tapovan trek promises much more than that to the visitors! This trek cuts through Gaumukh, the source of the river Ganga which can be seen cascading down the ...

Wondrous Winter Treks of India: Kuari Pass and Brahmatal Trek

 The Kuari Pass Trek is one of the most wondrous treks in Uttarakhand. For a beginner, a trek that would be just the right step to start with is the Kuari Pass Trek. Kuari means “doorway” and this trek can literally be a doorway into one’s inmost heart and soul. Evolved as a hub for trekkers and pilgrims, this trek lies south of the Tibetan border begins from Joshimath, in the Chamoli district of Himalayas. Trekking in Himalayas would be incomplete without visiting the gorgeous Kuari Pass Trek! Kuari pass trek is a high-altitude Himalayan trek., which demands physical fitness, stamina, and endurance. A beginner friendly trek, the duration is 6 days and it is around 33 kilometres altogether. The trail is covered with beautiful forests. The walkthrough the jungles of oak and deodar will also lead to the closest view of mt. Nanda Devi. It might get a bit difficult during the winter when the snow starts to play its part because the trail gets submerged in the snow, otherwise, it is co...

Sandakphu and Dayara Bugyal Trek: The Wonders of Winter Trekking

 One of the best treks in the Himalayas, Sandakphu Trek is a moderate and simple trek to start with. This trek is best suitable for beginners as well as regular trekkers, especially for all mountain lovers! Sandakphu Trek , as compared to the western Himalayas, lies at a lower latitude. The sun in winters along with the height of the eastern Himalayas makes a great backdrop for glaring dusk and dawn skies. One can discover the old Silk route and enjoy the view of the world’s tallest and majestic mountains while experiencing Nepalese and Sikkim people hospitality. Introduce yourself to the beauty of orchids and magnolia while discovering the Himalayas wilderness at Singalila National Park. Enjoying the early morning tea admiring the Kanchenjunga peaks and witnessing the eye-catching famous and glorious sleeping Buddha structure carved out of the Kanchenjunga peaks brings much needed peace to the lives of everyone. The highest point in West Bengal within the Darjeeling district that ...

Absolute Comforting Treks to Do in Uttarakhand: Brahmatal and Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek

 The Brahmatal Trek is known for being one of the greatest classic winter treks for all nature lovers and adventure seekers. The summit spills a heavenly facet when the snow gently falls on its slopes; most of the Brahmatal trek is on the snow, which makes the journey just mesmerizing! The trek is filled with beautiful scenery, lush forests, mighty Garhwal mountains stretch across the high skies, and everywhere around you will be the white heavenly snowfields. Never-ending ridgelines, sprawling Bugiyals, High altitude lakes, snow on the trail, and majestic peak views make it a compelling proposition for a winter trek. Brahmatal is a hidden and secluded lake amidst the ridge, where Lord Brahma meditated according to the mythology. The frozen blue lake with the mighty snow-capped Himalayan peaks overlooking it creates a fabulous and an unmatched experience. The most amazing part of the trek is the view of Mt. Trisul and Nanda Ghunti peaks from such proximity. The 360-degree view fr...

Best Treks To Undertake This November!

 The best treks in November that one should undertake are given in the list below. These treks are surely going to make one mesmerized by the beauty they hold! 1. Brahmatal Trek Brahmatal Trek is known as one of the most captivating treks and is a great trek for all nature lovers and adventure seekers. The summit spills a heavenly facet when the snow gently falls on its slopes; most of the Brahmatal trek is on the snow, which makes it exciting. Apart from the uneven terrain, the trek is filled with beautiful scenery, lush forests, mighty Garhwal mountains stretch across the high skies and everywhere around you will be the white heavenly snowfields. Never-ending ridgelines, sprawling Bugiyals, High altitude lakes, snow on the trail and majestic peak views make it a compelling proposition for a winter trek. Brahmatal is a hidden and secluded lake amidst the ridge, where Lord Brahma meditated according to the mythology. The frozen blue lake with the mighty snow-capped Himalayan peak...

Treks In Himalayas That Are a Pure Bliss During the Winters

 The Himalayas, also known as the trekking paradise of India, has the most stunning and thrilling trekking spots to wander in. The treks in the Himalayas are wondrous throughout all the seasons, but there are some treks in the Himalayas that are literally pure bliss, especially during the winters. So, what are we waiting for, do have a read of the below mentioned treks, pack your bags and let’s get ready to get lost in the heavenly mountains this winter! Dayara Bugyal Trek The magnificent Dayara Bugyal Trek begins through the forests of pine, oak, maple, and also the famous wildflower, rhododendrons. This trek is best suited for first-timers. The height of Dayara Bugyal Trek is at such perfect altitude, that it experiences a subtle coldness and springing aroma, all year. Dayara Bugyal Trek is called Uttarakhand’s winter wonderland is called so for a reason. Although its meadows remain a tourist attraction throughout the year, during winters, the beauty of this place gets to its ex...

A Splendid Treat for the Soul: Dayara Bugyal And Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek

 The mesmerizing Dayara Bugyal Trek begins through the forests of pine, oak, maple, and also the famous wildflower, rhododendrons. This trek is best suited for first-timers and the height of Dayara Bugyal Trek is at such a perfect altitude, that it experiences a subtle coldness and springing aroma, all year. Dayara Bugyal Trek is called Uttarakhand’s winter wonderland is called so for a reason. Although its meadows remain a tourist attraction throughout the year, during winters , the beauty of this place gets to its extremes. Skiing is one of the doable sports during the winters through these bugyals, due to smooth slopes and tops. During summers, that is during the months of March and April, the meadows of Barnala and bugyals of Dayara are green and filled with gorgeous bedding of various flowers. During autumn, during the months of September, October, and November, the smooth and green pastures are transformed into shades of yellow, and golden. Trekmunk, one of the best trekking...

Pages From My Travel Journal’22: Brahmatal and Dayara Bugyal Trek

  Brahmatal Trek: 15th to 20th February, 2022 Scared, excited and overwhelmed I reached Dehradun alone. And once I landed, with the freshness of Dehradun, I felt the freshness within me too and then, my journey of travelling and trekking for the first time started with much enthusiasm. On the first day, we had a drive from Dehradun to Lohajung. The journey from Haridwar to Lohajung was long yet, had magnificent views that will stay in my heart forever. We came across many confluences of rivers and spectacular landscapes all along the drive from Haridwar to Lohajung. We passed through Devprayag, Srinagar and Rudraprayag. We also found the confluence of the two purest rivers namely Bhagirathi and Alaknanda at Devprayag. The water was crystal clear and was accompanied by a light blue texture. From Devprayag, we made our journey to Srinagar which was around 40 kilometres. An hour of the drive took us to Rudraprayag which was around 33 kilometres from Devprayag. Here, we found the confl...