himalaya

Climbers are motivated to scale unseemly heights simply because it is there. There lies a vast map of sky-kissing summits calling unto those who can hear. However, the Himalayas have a spectrum of different topographical tones. The harsh and barren snow ensconced heights being just one of the many colorful variants, while the foothills are characterized by verdant, flourishing flora and a number of endemic species of fauna in their natural habitat in the slopes. Also many a turquoise watercourses are found winding through these lowlands at the mountain feet, following which shall take you upstream to the glacial heights that are the origins of rivers. Trekking the hinterlands at the foothills is a far call from the rugged heights, nonetheless full of unique and diverse attractions. The Everest Foothills trek follows one such itinerary across the gentle ridges and hills along the foothills. Lesser trodden, enjoyably challenging, and comfortably accommodated on the journey at local homestays, this trek is perfect for beginners in awe of Nepal. The highest altitude reached on this foothills trek is only 4000 m, a cakewalk! And the average walking duration every day is 5-6 hours on gentle gradients. One can conveniently opt for the foothills trek round the year, though the window of October to March is most highly recommended for crystal skies and absolutely clear spellbinding mountain views. Taking us into the depths of the forested hinterlands of Khumbu Valley, this adventure also serves as a cultural exploration of the ethnic Sherpa homeland. The Sherpa community of Nepal have historically been known to assist mountaineers accomplish the greatest of heights. The hospitality and warmth of the Sherpa people are as exemplary and well-known among travelers as the true tales of the Sherpa’s superhuman tolerance to the hardships of life in the mountains. Making pit stops at typical Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and numerous other nooks of the Khumbu Valley will give you the perfect opportunity to know this slice of life in the Himalayas. The charm of this itinerary lies in the terraced rice fields along the sleepy village slopes, the hush and din around monasteries and colorful bazaars where villagers come from miles away to gather with their wares. Finally, the path snakes off and away over the horizons, far from civilization in the quiet forests of the unspoiled Himalayan foothills. The snowline lights up around here as formidable mountain peaks like Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Mount Everest meet the eye. Exceptional views of the highest mountain on earth in the golden hours of morning and in the dusk make the end of this long journey worth it all. This is one trek in Nepal to keep your cameras forever on the ready to capture ethereal scenes, have your nerves relaxed, thanks to the easy nature of the challenge, and connect soul deep with the very grain of this beautiful country that is Nepal! Highlights of Everest Foothills Trek: A foray into the magnificent Khumbu region of Nepal, home to the world’s tallest mountain. Living in close harmony with the ethnic population of the Sherpas, with elements of ecotourism in the accommodation and traveling styles. Exploring the colorful markets of the Sherpa capital - Namche Bazaar. You may stumble into the finest pieces of jewelry, handicrafts, and sundries with the signature of Nepal in these markets. Exploring the sacred Himalayan landscape - the pristine banks of the Dudh-Kosi River and the surrounding forests, and the many monasteries and temples dotting the mountainside. Accustoming to the Nepal Himalayas and opening up to further aspirations of exploring higher altitudes. Winsome photographing opportunities to masterfully capture the high peaks of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Everest. Carry your high-res photographic gadgets and tripods by all means! Read More

The long and winding trek from Spiti valley to Changthang (Ladakh) and then onto Tibet is a trans-Himalayan trek which retraces the ancient and renowned trade route between Spiti and Tibet. Parang La is perched at an altitude of 5,600mts and connects the Spiti valley to Ladakh, a high-altitude mountain desert. On the Spitian side of Parang La, the Parilungbli river meanders and the trekking trail runs parallel to it and ascends up to the pass and opening into Ladakh.  The trip starts from Manali. We drive to Chandertaal, where we will camp and hike around for acclimatization. The next day, we will drive to Kibber over Kunzum La, where we will acclimatize for two days and hike around Ki, Kaza and Langzta to prepare ourselves for 8 days of high altitude trekking.  The trek through the high-altitude mountain desert originates in Kibber in Spiti Valley – the highest inhabited village in the world and culminates at the village Karzok by the banks of the beautiful Tso Moriri, Ladakh. The meadows of Kibber are filled with exotic wildlife such as the Himalayan snow leopard and the magnificent horses of Spiti. The trail cuts across a gorge that leads to Dulma. From Dulma, there is another steep route to the meadows of Thaltak. We will also trek on to the Rupshu plains of the Changthang Plateau, which also happens to be the eastern-most tip of the Tibetan Plateau. Keep your eyes open for sightings of rare Himalayan wildlife.  From here, the trail meanders through Datang Yongma, Racholemo, Norbu Sumdo and then crosses over to Chumik Shilde. From here we will reach the southern bank of Tso Moriri, a lake of unparalleled beauty. The lake runs almost 27 km in length and 8 km in width. During the mating season, the lake is a playground for Brahmini ducks, black-necked crane and bar-headed geese to name a few. The trail runs alongside the shore of the lake and will finally end at Karzok. Set in a spectacular setting Karzok is one of the highest villages in the world at 4595 meters. Karzok is connected by road to Leh, the capital of Ladakh. There is another road leading to Manali via the famed picturesque Leh-Manali highway. you can choose if want to continue to Leh or get back to Manali. In Leh we'll stay for two nights in a nice homestay and with ample of time to explore the town of Leh and it's famous monasteries.  Read More

The essence of this double-pass trek lies in its name. Take the challenge and join us in attempting to cross two-high altitude passes in the same expedition!  This trek to Pin Bhabha Pass and Pin Parvati Pass is challenging and requires a high level of fitness, endurance, skill and discipline for crossing these two passes back to back. Pin Bhabha pass is a cross over pass from Kinnaur Valley to Spiti Valley and Pin Parvati pass is a cross-over from Spiti Valley to Parvati Valley.  The trek starts from Kafnu, which lies in the lush green Kinnaur valley. After crossing the Pin Bhabha Pass, the trail to Pin Parvati pass starts in Kaza, and ends in Barshaini, which is in Parvati Valley. The terrain changes from lush green Kinnaur to the moraine and scree of Spiti and then again, to the lush green Parvati. The Bhabha valley lies next to, but not strictly within, the trans-Himalayan terrain and its average rainfall is higher than in other parts of Spiti. There is a wealth of flora and fauna here and has been a subject of many researches. Pin Valley National Park was also established in 1990 to protect the Ibex which are found here in great numbers. The trekking route was only opened to trekkers in 1993. The trek will start from Kafnu near Shimla and will finally end in Barshaini near Manali. Read More

This three-week trek comprises major highlights of ‘Everest Base Camp Trek’ and ‘Gokyo Lake Trek'. It also includes a traverse of the Cho La – the high pass linking Gokyo Lake and the Base Camp. The carefully devised itinerary with a number of days acclimatizing at Namche Bazaar and Gokyo gives you an opportunity to explore Namche and Gokyo Ri. A gradual ascent through wonderful Sherpa heartland allows you time to enjoy the scenery, wildlife and visit a number of monasteries.  Read More

The trekking to annapurna base camp has been wildly recognized as a paradise for nature lovers as it offer spectacular views of a number of Himalayas including the views of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m) Mt. Manaslu (8163 m), Mt. Annapurna II (7937 m.), Mt. Annapurna III (7555m), Mt. Annapurna IV (7525m), Mt. Annapurna south (7219m), Mt. Nilgiri (7041m), Mt. Fishtail also called Mt. Machhapuchhare (6998m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6441m), Mt. Lamjung Himal (6986m), Tukuche peak (6920m), Tilicho peak (7134m). The trail to the base camp takes you to the most spectacular mountain scenery, charming settlements of Gurungs and their slate-roofed houses and incredible rhododendron forests. Read More

On this tour you get an opportunity to hike on the 'trails less traversed' and interact with villagers of 'Soil', the oldest village of Kullu valley and experience their culture and cuisine.  The trek to ‘Futta Saur’, one of the many lakes on the mountain of lakes, is yet not a popular trek in the mostly still unexplored region of the 'Pir Panjal' range in the Western Himalaya. We'll start walking from Soil village and the trail passes through a thick forest of Oak, Deodar, Pine, Chestnut, Walnut etc and huge alpine meadows to reach the lakes at an altitude of about 14500 feet.  After the last place where we camp, we will trek alpine style to see these lakes and return to our campsite. We have named these lakes as “elusive”, because even after the first sighting; the Lakes remain elusive and are normally covered in mist. Those who have been fortunate to see the lakes are unable to describe their beauty and charm.  With a guided tour, we visit the popular attractions of Manali and uncover the best kept secrets of this quaint Himalayan town. The trip also takes us to 'Naggar', the ancient capital of Kullu and 'Soil', the oldest village of the Kullu valley to experience the culture and cuisine of Kullu. Read More

This scenic, summer high altitude trek winds its way through lush green meadows and alpine forests. With memorable views of snow-capped peaks this is one of the most beautiful treks in Himachal Pradesh. Mountain streams, glaciers, log bridges… all go into making this a trek worth experiencing. This trek would be any photographer’s delight to capture the mesmerizing view of the majestic Mt. Deo Tibba (6001 m), Mt. Indrasan (6221 m), the two highest peaks of the Pir Panjal Range of The Himalaya. The Deo Tibba base – Chota Chandertaal trek starts from Jagatsukh in Manali. Chances of spotting some wild life are high as 'Seri - Chota Chandertaal' region is known to have the maximum wildlife in the region.  On this trip we will also go on a guided tour of Manali, Old Manali and Naggar and visit the not to miss places as well as the well hidden secrets of this quaint pristine town. For those who want to kick their adventure up a notch we have the option of India's highest Zip-lining in Naggar and a safe high flying paragliding experience. Read More

Trek starts from the beautiful Tosh Village in the Parvati Valley which leads to the Pin Parvati Pass Trek and Animal Pass Trek. Tosh is a village situated at the end of Parvati valley. It offers scenic beauty of the valley, since it's high up in mountains and also a hub of trekkers, being the nearest village to famous Kheerganga trek. It is accessible by road and at a distance of around 40 kms from Kasol. The Tosh Nallah meets the Pārbati River at Pulga coming from the North. The Tosh Glacier - Animal pass Trek starts in a narrow valley but as you trek it opens up and you come across several beautiful meadows along the valley. At the head of the valley is the Tosh Glacier surrounded by some well-known peaks: Papsura (6451m) & White Sail (6446m). Read More

The state of Himachal Pradesh has more than 65 formidable and awe inspiring passes. Though each pass surpasses the other in one way or another, it is one of the most serene, beautiful and an elixir of peace which is a treat for all nature lovers. Chanderkhani pass is in the Pir Panjal range of the Kullu valley and is undoubtedly the most beautiful passes on Mother Earth.  This is the least taken route to Kasol and you will not find many people on this trail. Read More

Extreme Everest view short trek or Khumbu trek is located in eastern part of Khumbu region in Nepal and it contains parts of the Himalayas and the southern half of Mount Everest. The Everest national park was created on July 19, 1976, and in 1979 was inscribed as a Natural World Heritage Site. Sagarmatha is Sanskrit for “Sagar = sky (not to be confused with sea/ocean) and matha = forehead or head ” and is the modern Nepali name for Mount Everest. Everest View short trek is ideal for all those who wish to see the Mount Everest from very close and feel the Himalayas experience even in limited time at hand. This trek offers the spectacular view of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Thamserku and many more beautiful and high mountains. Everest view short trek also gives you the opportunity to see the rich culture and lifestyle of Sherpa people who are living in the Khumbu region and specialist for climbing on the Himalayas. This tour offers both trekking and short trek up to Hotel Everest View experience which is the highest hotel in the world. This trek is ideal for the trekkers who want are desperate to both trekking and see Mount Everest make the lifetime experience. Read More