Hello divya,
Oh, so many first-timers miss these! π Rent, donβt buy gear β Trekking shoes, jackets, and poles can be rented at base villages. Saves tons! π₯Ύπ§₯ Join local trek groups β They're cheaper and more authentic than big-name operators π Off-season = low prices β Try shoulder months like May or late Sept. Less crowd, better deals ποΈ BYO snacks + meds β Energy bars, ORS, painkillers... tiny costs add up in the hills π«π Water bottles + purifiers β Avoid buying plastic bottles. Use iodine tabs or filters π§β»οΈ Stay with locals β Homestays > hotels. Warmer experience and cheaper too π‘β€οΈ Bonus tip: I found a lot of these hacks from real trek stories on TravelStoriz. Worth checking if youβre planning your first Himalayan hike! πΆββοΈπ