Bhavishya Badri Trek, Joshimath: Future Deity & Some Serendipity
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.
Trekking
Horton’s Plains National Park: Trek Through Baker’s Fall & World’s End
Horton’s Plains National Park: Trek trhough the UNESCO World Heritage Site covering Chimney Pond, Baker’s Fall, and World’s End.
Anini Seven Lakes Trek: All You Need to Know
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.
Netravati Peak Trek: Serenity of the Shola
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.
Bashleo Pass Trek: Towards Summer Snow
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.
Dirang Valley Trek: From to Azure to Aquamarine
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.
Triund Trek: All You Need to Know
In order to overcome the socialist guilt of excessive consumption at McLeod Ganj, I decided to undertake the Triund Trek the next day.
Malana Trek: A Democratic “High”
Trek to the Malana Village near Parvati valley known for its secluded culture and ancient democratic traditions. Trek routes from Kasol, taxi rates & other info.
Kheerganga Trek: Expected More!
Kheerganga Trek has become too popular of late, mainly due to the popularity of Kasol as a hippie joint. Here is a guide for all you need to know for the trek.
Deoria Tal: Mini Trek, Mythical Break
The Deoria Tal in itself is a very small lake reached after a short hike from Sari village near Chopta, but it is an excellent spot for camping, sighting distant peaks of Chaukhamba and star gazing.
Miyar Valley Trek: Infinite Plains, Infinite Escapades
Carpet of wild flowers, meeting with Gaddis, fall on the river… Trek to Miyar Valley was full of incidents.
Trek to Grahan: Far from the Madding Crowd
Grahan is a 10 KM long trek from Kasol. It takes around 4-5 hours one side. There are many homestays in Grahan.