In the last decade or so, the remote and godforsaken easternmost extremities of Arunachal such as Walong, Dong, Kibithu, and Kaho have suddenly achieved fame. Walong, situated in the Anjaw district, found itself in thick of action during the 1962 Sino-Indian War. Interestingly, during that era, motorable roads did not even exist on the Indian […]
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Manja Motte Makaat Motte Trek is a day trek in Kodagu (Coorg) district. It’s a newly developed route that is suitable as a weekend trek from Bangalore. Read on for more details about doing it
Manja Motte Makaat Motte: Coorg Weekend Trek Read More »
Phobjikha Valley is a high altitude meadow in Central Bhutan that is sparsely populated. Open vistas, ancient monasteries, and lush green environs make it perfect for easy hikes and nature trails. It’s also known for migratory black-necked cranes in the winter.
Phobjikha Valley: Day Hike to Gangtey Monastery 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 »
A list of best treks from all over the world to get your wanderlust hormones surging… From Himalayas to Andes to Kilimanjaro to Sri Lanka.
10 Best Treks in the World Read More »
Mt. Sielkal Peak (Sielkal Bung) is Assam’s 3rd Highest Peak and it is a part of the Borail Range. Sielkal trek takes you to the 1500 meter high peak in the Dima Hasao district of Assam. Tumjang is a village enroute so sometimes people use the term Tumjang Trek.
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I realized that one can trek to the temple of Bhavishya Badri (Future Badri) from Tapovan near Joshimath. Not much info was available about the trek but I decided to go ahead.
Bhavishya Badri Trek, Joshimath: Future Deity & Some Serendipity Read More »
Horton’s Plains National Park: Trek trhough the UNESCO World Heritage Site covering Chimney Pond, Baker’s Fall, and World’s End.
Horton’s Plains National Park: Trek Through Baker’s Fall & World’s End Read More »
The Anini Seven Lakes Trek is a difficult trek through the dense forests and alpine highlands of Upper Dibang Valley, not very far from the Tibetan frontiers. You’ll get to the lakes once you cross the dense rainforests but crossing the first hurdle itself takes some serious effort.
Anini Seven Lakes Trek: All You Need to Know Read More »
Netravati Peak trek is an offbeat trek route in the Chikmagalur District. It is a part of the Western Ghat range which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is not far from Kundremukh but this is a different route.
Netravati Peak Trek: Serenity of the Shola Read More »
Trek to Bashleo Pass, a low altitude pass at 3300 mts located in the ecozone of the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), connecting Bathad and Kullu Sarahan.
Bashleo Pass Trek: Towards Summer Snow Read More »
A day trek through the open meadows of Dirang Valley that can be reached after a quick hike. It can be a part of longer Dirang Dzong to Sangti Valley trek if developed and promoted well. Scores of treks are possible in Dirang including the one described above, although not all have been developed yet for tourists.
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