Top 10 winter treks to do in India

The arrival of the winter season is marked by the subliminal beauty that spreads all around the Himalayas. The shimmering blanket of nature covers such a way that they truly make us believe in the blessing of God on mother earth. There are numerous places in India that turn heavenly during the winter season. Experiencing the colorful side of nature could be witnessed here along with adding a boost of adventure to your soul.

For adventure lovers, the winter season is an exciting one that could give a quick lift to your spirit as there are amazing trekking spots in India that you could think of trying. Given below are the top 10 winter treks to do in India:

1. Chadar Trek, Ladakh

Ladakh is indeed a beauty on earth and there would be nothing more fascinating than walking on the ice bed all your way while on the Chadar trek. The lovely combination of peace and thrill could be witnessed here as this land offers a picturesque view of the pleasant river flowing on the sides. Would not forget to make a mention of the captivating Nerak Waterfalls whose view is beyond words to describe the attained satisfaction. The endurance level of this trek is expected between moderate to hard as the altitude ranges from 11200 feets approximately.

2. Har ki Dun Trek, Uttarakhand

You get to explore the cradle shaped valley while on the Har Ki Dun trek. This place in Uttarakhand, located in the Govind Ballabh Pant National Park, is truly a place of euphoria for the bird watchers or the nature lovers. There are many excursions that would come your way during the Har Ki Dun trek. This paradise offers alpine meadows and pine forests all over. Another thing you get to glance at here is the cultural beauty of the locals inhabiting the small villages around. The difficulty level of this trek could be expected as moderate and the altitude ranges up to 11811 feets approximately.

3. Brahmatal Trek, Uttarakhand

Devoted to Lord Brahma, this place is truly a holy divine which is naturally blessed with the beauty around. It could be regarded as the untouched jewel of the great Himalayas. At each step of the Brahmatal trek you could get the glimpses of the wonderful Nanda Ghunti. The vintage Oak and Rhododendron along with the mesmerising meadows accompanying the sight of the Roopkund Trek are the fancies you would experience during this trek. Situated in Uttarakhand, Brahmatal is a snow-laden trek which is specifically known for the great campsites near the frozen Bekaltal and Brahmatal. The maximum altitude of this trek is approximately 12250 feets approximately and the endurance level is moderate.

4. Kedarkantha Trek, Uttarakhand

If you are a beginner then the Kedarkantha trek is the perfect one to commence with your snow treks adventure with. It could offer the best climbs to the freshers in the trekker community. The panoramic view of the snow falling all over the pine trees and soaking in the freshness of nature is something really out of this world. The maximum altitude of this trek is 12500 feets approx and the endurance level ranges between easy to moderate.

5. Deoria Tal Chandrashila Trek

The Deoria Tal Chandrashila trek is all about catching those wonderful glimpses of different shades in the sky. Along with the view of the great Himalayas, you gotta catch the sight of numerous pleasing entities such as Mt. Thalaysagar, the kedar dome, Mandani Parbat, Janhukut and many more. Mt. Nanda Devi, the tallest mountain in India, could be seen very clearly during this trek. Walking through the snowy winters and enjoying the delightful sceneries of such pleasing natural elements around is indeed a bliss. There is nothing on this trek that would make you regret it. Do not miss the 300° panorama of the Deoria Tal lake, or else you might regret it!

Just like Kedarkantha, this trek is easier and is a perfect fit for the beginners. The maximum altitude of this trek is approximately 12083 feets.

6. Nag Tibba Trek, Uttarakhand

For all the adventure lovers within and outside India, Nag Tibba trek is something which could offer a thrilling and equally pleasing weekend outing. For children or for adults this trek is comfortable for all as there are no high altitudes to trouble up the health stability. Oaks, Rhododendrons and the blanket of beautiful snow is all you would get to see on the Nag Tibba trek. The trek gets its name from the great Nag Tibba temple which falls on the way of the trek. It could be regarded as the easy trek as it does not involve tricky routes or high altitudes, in fact, the maximum altitude of the Nag Tibba trek is 9915 feets approximately.

7. Goechala and Dzongri Trek, Sikkim

The pleasing sunrises and sunsets over the snow-covered great Himalayas is something that you would get to catch when you are on this incredible trek. Passing by the lovely teardrop shaped Goechla lake and absorbing in various massive structures such as the Kanchenjunga mountains is utterly satisfying. The 16 other magnificent peaks and the adorable alphines serve as another reason to steal your heart. Also, there are wild flowers, oak plantations as well as the rhododendrons that enhance the beauty of this land. The maximum altitude of this trek is approximately 15100 feet. Since it rises this high, the difficulty level rises high too, that is, more endurance is required to reach the final point of this trek and observe the mesmerizing huge structures.

8. Pin Parvati Trek, Himachal Pradesh

Pin Parvati Pass is a kind of trans Himalayan trek that demands immense efforts to complete it. Since it's a difficult one, it is normally suggested by the experts to try this trek when you get comfortable with the easy snow treks. Though it's strenuous and challenging, the beauty that it offers is worth all the effort. It's the distance that runs between the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh and the Spiti valley. The beautiful glaciers, high mountain peaks, hot springs and the enchanting dense forests are the views you would get to absorb on this trans Himalayan trail. The maximum altitude of the Pin Parvati trek is approximately 17451 feets.

9. Kuari Pass Trek, Uttarakhand

If one wishes to gain the mind blowing trekking experience then Kuari Pass would give a fair opportunity to do so. The wonderland is just amazing to make anyone get lost in the beauty around. All you could behold are the prominent views of the great Himalayas. Not just that, you even get to take a long walk over the snow laden land which is partially enveloped by the beautiful Oaks and Rhododendrons. The maximum altitude of this trek is approximately 13990 feets and it could be explored by individuals of any age as the endurance level ranges between easy to moderate.

10. Singalila Sandakphu Trek, Nepal

This trek is essentially the highest point of the border which is shared by two countries, that is India and Nepal. West Bengal in India and Mechi in Nepal encompasses this incredible path that is raised enough to offer amazing experiences to adventurous souls. Taking this trek could be a wise decision of all time as you would get to see the world's highest snow line. The incredible Mount Everest could be viewed evidently when you are on the Sandakphu peak. On the left, there is the great Mount Everest and on the right, there is Kanchenjunga, which you would get to see from the peak. In short, this trek is filled with immense trills and pleasures as it would make you glance at all the huge snow-covered marvels of the world. The maximum altitude offered by this trek is 11950 feets and it's a difficult one to climb.

When you are up for exploring every list falls short. So, the beauty of the world could never be limited to a set of few places, but it depends on when and how you begin to glance at it. Mentioned above are my fancies of the snow treks and just thought of putting them all here. So, do not wait more to craft your list too!

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