Barot was one of my earliest stops during the 60 Days of Summer of 2016. Those were the days when I used to enter the hills without a return date. In spite of various delights I extracted from the valley back then, my explorations were actually limited as I mostly remained in the main Barot […]
Polling Village from Barot: Trek to Dev Pashakot Moolsthan Read More »
Spotting hanguls (Kashmir Stag)? That should be easy… Deer usually just graze around and the easiest type of large mammals to spot inside a national park as they remain steady… or so I thought. I was mentally geared up for an easy wildlife outing although Kashmir is a mountainous state. I took the flight from
Dachingam National Park Hike: Faint Hanguls, Sprained Ankles Read More »
All you need to know about latest HRTC & HPTDC buses to Leh from Delhi, Manali, or Keylong including timetable, route, booking, & fare updated for 2023.
Leh Bus Service from Delhi, Manali and Keylong 2024 Read More »
Dodra is the first major village in the Dodra Kwar region that you reach after crossing the Chanshal Pass.
Dodra Village: Amaranths beyond Chanshal Read More »
Autumn in Spiti is a delightful period to enjoy fall colours and explore the land in general with clear views and moderate temperature.
Autumn in Spiti: Fall Colours in September-October Read More »
All details about Sach Pass including routes, road conditions, distances, homestays, bus timings, ATMs, phone network and other details. The 4400 meters high pass remains among the most difficult roads in India connecting to Pangi Valley, the remotest corner of Himachal.
Sach Pass Crossing: Travelogue & Travel Guide Read More »
Why snow leopard tours in remote Himalayan regions such as Ladakh and Spiti are so expensive?
Why is a Snow Leopard Tours Cost So High? Read More »
A trek to Serolsar Lake (Also spelled Seruvalsar or Sirol Sar) from Jalori Pass. A quick hike to the temple of Budhi Nagin.
Serolsar Lake Trek: A Quick Detour from Jalori Pass Read More »
Fagli Festival happens at various places of the inner Seraj region, especially Tirthan and Banjar Valleys during mid February. I attended this festival of masked dance in Sharchi Village.
Fagli Festival (Phagli) at Sharchi, Tirthan Valley Read More »
Lug Valley or Lag Valley is located in Kullu district. It’s a secluded area that was once known for timber trade. It is one of the most beautiful areas, a detour from busy town of Kullu, full of fecund villages brimming with fruit orchards. Beyond the villages, there are many quick hikes to sacred shrines of local devis and devtas.
Lug Valley: The Edge of Kullu Read More »
Best rhododendron treks in India including Chopra, Rashol, Anini, Shergaon, Dirang, Musiyari, Triund, Yumthang, Barsey and more.
Best Rhododendron Treks in India Read More »
Best places to enjoy a Himalayan Spring, Where to go in March-April across Himachal, Uttarakhand, Ladakh, Meghalaya, Arunachal, Sikkim, Manipur.
Spring in the Himalayas: Where to Go in March-April? Read More »
