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SIKKIM | NAGALAND | MONGOLIA | DARJEELING & KALIMPONG | ARUNACHAL PRADESH | TIBET | HIMACHAL PRADESH | ASSAM | NEPAL | GARWHAL & KUMAON | RAJASTHAN | NAVAJO NATION | LADAKH | MYANMAR | MEGHALAYA | BHUTAN
| SIKKIM | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy | Sikkim Village- and nature-walks Sikkim East, West, South and North | 1800 – 4000m | 1 – 6 hrs | lodge, farmhouse, homestay | Insights into rural way of life & Himalayan farming; walk through cardamom-plantations, interact with villagers in the midst of Sikkim's hills. |
| TREKKING up to 3600m | |||||
| TREKKING easy to moderate |
Lepcha Sacred Hill TendongSikkim South | 2100 –2690m | one day,5 hrs | homestay or lodge | Trek through verdant, bio-diverse forest to Tendong – the hill of the raised horn. Legend has it that when the land was submerged in the great floods, the horn rose miraculously to save the people. The place was also a favourite recluse for Buddhist Lamas to meditate. Enjoy a magnificent view of the Mt Khangchendzonga, the Chola peaks, Singelila-range and the plains of Bengal. |
| moderate | Sacred Cave Sikkim South & West | 1850 – 2900 m | 1 - 3 days | tent , lodge or homestay | Whether you are practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism or simply interested in visiting Sikkim's mystic sacred caves - you can benefit from our experience. Out of the four main sacred caves two of them require a 2 – 3 days trek to reach. If you wish, we can also organize for a Buddhist lama to accompany you. |
| easy to moderate | Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary Sikkim South | 2200 m - 3200 m | one day,7 – 8 hrs | Homestay or Lodge | With weather-luck you can enjoy fantastic 360° panoramic view of Sikkim's Himalayas - from Mt. Khangchendzonga to the Eastern Himalayas of Tibet and Bhutan all the way to the plains of Westbengal. You may also spot rare mammals and pheasants here. Maenam-peak is marked by a little temple. A lush green canopy of untouched rhododendron magnolia forest, small bamboo and abundant flowers and orchids, moss, ferns and creepers make the trek an exciting and thrilling experience. |
| easy to moderate | Rhododendron TrekkingSikkim West | 2200 –3600 | 2 – 5 days | tent | Diversity of rhododendron; jungle-trek; daily panoramic view of Mt Khangchendzonga; moderate altitudes throughout. |
| TREKKING easy | Dzongu – TholungSikkim North | 2900 | 4 – 6 days | tent or lodge | In the heart-land of the Lepchas, Sikkim's indigenous peoples, visit through untouched jungle rich in biodiversity and dozens of waterfalls, past a remote monastery and natural pilgrimage spots await you on this remote yet easy trekking-route. We can also include various village treks. |
| TREKKING 3600 - 4800m | |||||
| moderate | Alp DzongriSikkim West | 4100 | 4 – 5 days | lodges & tent | View of Mt Khangchendzonga just beyond tree-line; from subtropical to alpine zone |
| moderate | Yumthang – LachenSikkim North | 4750 | 5 days | tent | View towards the Tibetan plateau, mighty peaks of North-Sikkim; trek in a remote area with diverse alpine vegetation. |
| TREKKING up to 5500m | |||||
| moderate to challenging | Classic Mt. Khangchendzonga Sikkim West | 4950m | 8 – 14 days | tent & lodges | Sikkim's classical trekking with Khangchendzonga National Park. Close-up view of Mt. Khangchendzonga; experience various vegetations from the subtropical to the alpine zone. |
| challenging | Singelela – Göchela Sikkim West | 4950m | 11 or 13 days | tent | Remote high-altitude trekking in alpine zone; enjoy pristine alpine vegetation and remote Himalayan landscape with lakes and views of the Sikkim & Nepal Himalayas. |
| moderate | GreenlakeSikkim North | 4950m | 8 – 11 days | tent | Remote side-valley in alpine zone with fantastic views onto North-Sikkim's mountains and glacier-worlds. |
| MOUNTAINEERING & EXPEDITIONS beyond 5600m | |||||
| moderate, not technical | Mt. ChogyalSikkim West | 5830 m | 13 – 14 days | tent | Enjoy view of Kokrung- & Rathong-peaks as well as the Malkau-range from the peak. View of Mt Khangchendzonga along the way. Climb of the peak itself can be challenging due to snow and inclination of approx. 35° and loose scree on the peak. Registration 6 months prior is recommended. |
| challenging & technical | Frey's PeakSikkim West | 5830 | 12 days | tent | Tough climbing is involved, mostly on rocks. Some ice-climbing is also required as the approach to the peak is through ice and glaciers. The peak is rocky, steep and partly ice-covered. |
| challenging & technical | Mt. ThinchenkhanSikkim West | 6050 | 12 days | tent | Rock- and ice-climbing required. Registration 6 months prior is recommended. |
| Moderate, not technical | Mt. BrumkhangtseSikkim North | 5635 m | 7 – 9 days | tent | This peak in Sikkim's North is considered as one of Sikkim's easy summits. However, due to its remoteness and permit-procedure, registration 6 months beforehand for international climbers is recommended. |
| DARJEELING & KALIMPONG | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy to moderate | Village- & Nature Walks in rural Kalimpong. | 1300 – 1800m | 1 – 6 hrs | cottage or homestay | Insights into rural way of life & farming; interaction with villagers; panoramic views of the Mt. Khangchendzonga-range. |
| TREKKING up to 3600m | |||||
| moderate | Neora Valley & Himalayan Villages | 1650 –3150m | 8 days | tent, homestay & cottage | A fascinating combination of several nature and culture treks connecting the Neora Valley, Rishi Valley, Git Valley and Samthar Valley. The itinerary offers panoramic snow-mountain-views including Mt. Khangchendzonga, flora from the subtropical to the alpine, wildlife, interaction with various ethnic groups- Nepali- Bhutia- Lepcha, and more than 200 species of birds. |
| easy to moderate | Sherpa Trekking | 3400 – 3600m | 4 – 6 days | lodges | Views of Nepal's Himalayas & Mt. Khangchendzonga. Trek is partly along Nepal- India-border, partly on motorable nature-road, mostly however on nature-trails. Experiencing various types of vegetations and visit various Sherpa villages. |
| HIMACHAL PRADESH | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy to moderate | Kinnaur Hikes & Treks | 2750 to 3600m | Day-hikes2 – 8 hrs | lodge or comfortable Safari-tent | Explore alpine Himalayan flora, pine-woods, glaciers, rivers and remote villages and enjoy panoramic Himalayan mountain views. |
| TREKKING 3600 - 4800m | |||||
| easy to moderate | Spiti Yak-Trekking amongst Asia's highest villages | 4500 | 2 - 3 days | homestay | Tibetan Heritage, high-altitude villages, world of shepherds & yaks |
| TREKKING 4800 - 5600m | |||||
| moderate | Kinnaur to Spiti | 4870 | 5 days | tent | This trek goes from the green, lush Kinnaur valley into the barren desert of the Spiti valley south of Ladakh. Meet shepherds along the way and enjoy the change and diversity in vegetation, climatic zones and also cultures. |
| challenging | Kibber to Tsomoriri Spiti, Himachal & Ladakh | 5588 m | 9 | Camp | Visit monasteries, remote villages and lakes, enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscape. Climb across high mountain passes.Best season: Mid August to End of September |
| MOUNTAINEERING & EXPEDITIONS beyond 5600m | |||||
| moderate | Mt. KanamoSpiti | 5974 | 10 days | tent | Mt. Kanamo is regarded by the locals as a 'good omen' or simply 'a white hostess' and is classified as not a very difficult summit. The north face is the Kanamo glacier and south face is mostly scree with occasional rock patches. There is also the south ridge called the Dombachen ridge connecting the Kanamo with the Dombachen peak. Surrounded by the Kibber plateau this area is teeming with wildlife. Blue sheep herds of up to ninety are often seen. Himalayan Ibex are also very common in this region. There have also been sightings of Tibetan wolves and even the Snow leopard. The summit of mount Kanamo overlooks the vast Tibetan plateau and the beautiful summit of Cho Cho Kang Nilda. |
| UTTARAKHAND: GARWHAL & KUMAON | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| TREKKING 3600 - 4800m | |||||
| moderate to challenging | Nanda Devi East Base Camp | 4200 m | 14 | alpine trekking tents | This trek passes through the Milam Valley. Milam Glacier is the source of the Milam River and a tributary of the Pindar River. It originates from the slopes of Kohli and Trishul peaks. The route to the base camp of Mt. Nanda Devi East boasts of beautiful sight of the East face. Prior experience of high altitude trekking is required. |
| moderate to challenging | To the Source of River Ganges | 4500m | 9 | himalayan lodges, fixed DLX tents & alpine trekking tents | A delightful moderate trek to the source of the river Ganges. The climb to Tapovan however is challenging. Prior experience of high altitude trekking is required. |
| MOUNTAINEERING & EXPEDITIONS beyond 5600 m | |||||
| moderate | Mt.Baljuri Kumaon | 5922m | 12 | alpine trekking tents | Trek from Loharkhet - Dhakuri - Khati (Vill) - Dwali - Base Camp - climb to C - I,C - II, C - III and summit attempt. Enjoy views of the peaks of Nanda Khat, Changuch, Nada Kot, Trails Pass, Longstaff Col and Nanda Devi East. |
| moderate | Mt. RontiGarhwal | 6063m | 12 | alpine trekking tents | Trek from Debal – Sutol – Sitel - Homakund (BC) - attempt Ronti Peak via the Ronti Saddle. Enjoy views of the peaks of Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, Neelkanth, Chaukhamba and Kedarnath . |
| LADAKH | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| TREKKING 3600 - 4800m | |||||
| easy | Trekking in lower Ladakh | 3650m | 5 days | homestay & tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to September. |
| TREKKING moderate |
Zingchen to Chilling via Gandala | 4380 m | 4 days | homestay & tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. See wildlife and enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to September. |
| TREKKING 4800 - 5600m | |||||
| TREKKING Moderate |
Hemis to Stok via Matho Phu | 4820 m | 4 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to End of |
| moderate | Around Changthang | 4820 m | 4 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to End of |
| TREKKING challenging |
Lamayuru to Padum via Sirsirla | 4850m | 13 days | tent & hotel | Visit remote villages, interact with villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes. Best season: Mid June to September. |
| moderate | Lamayuru to Chilling via Konskila | 4900m | 6 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to September. |
| moderate | Spituk – Stok Trek | 4900m | 3 days | homestay & tent | Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular landscape, view wildlife and visit villages. Best Time: May to October. |
| challenging | Rumtse to TsomoririChangthang & Ladakh | 5016m | 9 days | tent | Visit monasteries, see wildlife & lakes, enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscape. Meet with nomads.Best season: June to September. |
| challenging | Lamayuru to Darcha via ShinkunlaLadakh & Zansgskar | 5090m | 21 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Zanska-regions's spectacular Himalayan landscape. Best season: June to September |
| moderate | Lamayuru to Hemis via Kongmarula, Ladakh | 5100m | 12 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to End of September |
| moderate | Lamayuru to Hemis via Kongmarula | 5100m | 12 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to End of September |
| moderate | Markha Valley via Kongmarula | 5100 m | 8 days | tent | Enjoy Markha Valley; visit monasteries & remote villagers, interact with monks & villagers. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscape.Best season: June to October |
| challenging | Henaskut to Brandy Nalla via ZanglaLadakh & Changthang | 5150 m | 22 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers & enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: June to October |
| moderate | Saboo to Khaltsar via Digarla | 5250 m | 7 days | tent | Enjoy a camel trek; visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across Khardung-la pass. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to September |
| moderate | Branda Nalla to Hemis via MoranglaLadakh & Changthang | 5300 m | 13 days | tent | Meet nomads, trek across high passes and visit remote villages. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to End of September |
| challenging | Changthang to Nidder via Lungmarla | 5390m | 4 days | tent | Enjoy high Altitude landscape and meet nomads.Best season: Mid June to September. |
| moderate | Leh or lower Ladakh to Nubra Valley | 5400m | 5 - 6 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to September. |
| moderate | Phyang to Hunder via Lasermo La | 5400m | 5 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to End of September |
| moderate | Saspotse to Skuru via LagolaNubra Valley | 5400m | 6 days | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villages, interact with monks & villagers and trek across high mountain passes. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular himalayan landscapes.Best season: Mid June to September. |
| moderate | Zanskar and Rupshu via KorzoklaZanskar & Changthang , Ladak | 5500 m | 19 | tent | Visit monasteries & remote villagers, interact with monks and villagers, trek across high mountain passes and enjoy Ladakh's spectacular landscape.Best season: Mid June to End of September |
| challenging | Chungthang to Yaya Tso | 5560 m | 6 | tent | See Chumathang Hotspring, the high peaks and passes of Chokula, Yaya Tso-lake and interact with nomads. Best season: Mid June to September. |
| challenging | Tsomoriri to Kibber via ParanglaLadakh & Spiti, Himachal | 5588 m | 9 | tent | Visit monasteries, remote villages and lakes, enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscape. Climb across high mountain passes.Best season: Mid August to End of September |
| MOUNTAINEERING & EXPEDITIONS beyond 5600m | |||||
| challenging but not technical |
Mt. Stok Khangri | 6150 m | 4 – 11 days | tent | Trek in Markha valley before climbing Stok Khangri. Visit remote villages and monasteries. Enjoy Ladakh's spectacular Himalayan landscape and see wildlife.Stok Khangri stands very close to Leh and is named after the Stok village. Easy to climb from the north side. The shortest time required is 4-5 days. One should have enough time for acclimatization in Leh before climbing Stok Khangri. Best Season: June to September |
| moderate | Go-Leb Kangri | 6120 m | 5 days | tent | Go-Leb in Ladakhi means 'flathead' and this peaks summit is exactly that. The last stretch of the peak is technical and you require a little bit of knowledge about mountaineering for attempting this peak. Go-Leb is also close to Leh and to summit the peak you need at least 4-5 days. |
| easy | Matho West | 6230 m | 6 days | tent | Close to Leh this peak is better known as Matho Kangri, Matho being the village below it. We start our trek to Matho West from Martselang near Hemis monastery and finish the trek at Stok Village after Climbing the Summit. |
| moderate | Mentok Kangri Changthang | 6227 m | 5 days | tent | This is a lovely peak on a long ridge running south from Korzok village on the shores of the Tso Moriri lake. In July and August the entire Korzok valley is green with wild flowers giving the peak its name. Mentok in Tibetan and Ladakhi means 'flower'. In some old maps this peak has been named Mata. Best Season: Mid-July, August, September, mid October. |
| easy to moderate | Kangyatse Peak | 6400 m | 6 days | tent | Kangyatze is one of the famous spot for mountaineers and the adventurous people. The peak is higher than the surrounding mountain ranges. The way up the peak is easier than the other mountains and once you are on the top you would be stuck with wonder as you see the mountain ranges and the beautiful green valleys lying beneath. The peak adjacent to Gang Yartse is more technical and less preferred. |
| easy | Chamser KangriChangthang | 6622 m | 6 days | tent | Chamser Khangri is located near Tsomoriri Lake in Ladakh which is third highest peak in Ladakh. The climbing easy without any technical requirement. |
| moderate | Lungser KhnagriChangthang | 6666 m | 6 days | tent | This peak is named after the River by the same name which drains into the Tso Moriri Lake in the Rupshu area. Easy to climb and quite popular among mountaineers. The Climbing is little technical in the starting and easy ascend afterwards. |
| MEGHALAYA | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy | Village- and nature-walks | 1000 – 1800 m | 1 – 6 hrs | lodgehomestay | Gain insights into rural way of life & farming in the midst of Meghalaya's green, rolling hills. Explore living roots bridges, waterfalls and crystal-clear streams. |
| TREKKING up to 3600m | |||||
| easy | David Scot Trail | 2000 m | 5 hrs | homestayguesthouse | Enjoy the green, rolling hills of India's Scotland on a historic trail.Trek through the Scared Forest, then continue on the historic David Scot trail through green, rolling hills of Shillong, Meghalaya. Option to try your hand at cultivation. |
| easy to moderate | Smit Trek | 1600 m | 6 hrs | Guetsthouse hotel | Trek to the spiritual & administrative centre of the Khyrim Syiemship and the Khasi people. Maybe try your hand at cultivation. |
| easy to moderate | Krang – Pynursla Trek | 1400 m | 2 – 3 days | GuesthouseLodgetent | Trek down gorges, up gentle green hills to the flat plateau on the southern slopes of the Khasi Hills. Maybe try your hand at cultivation. |
| NAGALAND | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy | Village- and nature-walks | 1000 – 2500m | 1 – 6 hrs | homestaylodgestent | Gain insights into rural way of life & farming in the midst of Nagaland hills. |
| TREKKING up to 3600m | |||||
| easy to moderate | Mt. Saramatiby the Burma border in the district of Kiphire | 3841m | 2 days | tenthomestays lodges | Pass through villages inhabited by the Sangtams, Yimchunger and Sema tribes. |
| easy to moderate | Mt. VedaMon district | 2600m | 1 day | lodge | Start trek from Tchenmohuvill. See the mighty Bramaputra on the northern side and Myannmar on the eastern. |
| easy to moderate | Dzukou Valley TrekkingKohima district | 2400m | 3 days | homestaylodge | Feel as if you are trekking through a golf course from a distance. In actuality Dzukou valley is filled with miniature bamboos and wild flowers. |
| easy to moderate | Mt. PaunaPeren district | 2050m | 1 day | lodge | See Wildlife and trek through a forest filled with aromatic and medicinal plants. |
| easy to moderate | Mt. Kepamadzu to ThetsumiPfusero district | 2300m | 1 day | homestaylodge | See border of Manipur, pass through villages and Rododendron. |
| ARUNACHAL PRADESH | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy | Village- and nature-walks | 1 – 6 hrs | Lodge, hotel & tent | Gain insights into rural way of life & farming in the midst of tribal territories of Arunachal Pradesh. | |
| TREKKING up to 3600m | |||||
| easy to moderate | Talley Valley | 2400 m | 1 to 2 days | homestay lodge | Discover nature's wonders, a wealth of orchids in dense forest cover.. |
| moderate | Dirang / Bangajang / Lubra / Dirang | 4700 m | 3 days | homestay camp | Trek through an ancient Buddhist Pilgrimage route |
| moderate to challenging | Tawang | 4700m | 5 days | tent & lodges | Tawang's high-altitude-trek - enjoy the wild, beautiful country and take a peek into the way of life of the nomadic Yak herders and mountain farmers. Discover Tawang's Tibetan heritage. |
| challenging | Mt. Gorichen Base Camp Trekking | 4940 m | 14 days | tent, village homestay & monastery | Trek through some beautiful mountainous country take a peek into the way of life of the nomadic Yak herders, maybe stay at Monasteries. |
| ASSAM | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | BRIEF DESCRIPTION: FOCUS / HIGHLIGHTS / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy to moderate | Village & nature-walks in Kaziranga National Park | 100m | 5 hrs | lodge | Trek in one of the ranges in Kaziranga National Park and discover its abundant wildlife. |
| easy to moderate | Nameri National Park Jungle trek | 120m | 5 hrs | camp | Insights into wildlife of Assam, chances of a face off with a Mithun (Indian Bison –Bos Gaurus) are high. Rich in migratory bird life. |
| easy to moderate | Manas National Park | 120m | 4 hrs | lodge | Try to see animals at the salt/mineral lick. |
| easy to moderate | Nature walks in Joypore Rain Forest | 100m | 6 hrs | lodgeguesthouse | A perfect way to get to see some rare Orchids in the wild. Rich in Orchids and wildlife. |
| RAJASTHAN | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| TREKKING | |||||
| easy | Aravali Trekking | 1400m | 5 days | Tent, private homes, forest-rest-houses | A trek on the longest mountain rage in western India, through shepard- & Garsias tribal villages. A great opportunity to enjoy the local culture, flora and fauna of the region. Starting at Sumer valley, surrounded by the Aravali hills and ending at at the magnificent Kumbhalgarh fort.Best season: November to February |
| easy | Rajasthan Horse Safari & Trekking | 1400m | 6 days | Tent, private homes, forest resthouses | A unique combination of horse safari and trekking in the rural hamlets of the Marwar. Ride the famous 'Marwari' breed of horses on the first two days, then continue on foot to the Aravali mountains trekking through forests and tribal villages.Starting at Dhamil, a rustic hamlet and ending at the magnificent Kumbhalgarh fort.Best season: November to February |
| easy | Desert Thar Camel Trek | 750m | 5 days | tent & forest resthouses | Traverse on camel back through the endless stretches of sand dunes of the inhabited Thar desert. A memorable journey that is a kaleidoscope of desert culture, life and an amazing ecosystem .Starting at the desert city of Bikaner and ending at Khichan is a small village which has a unique practice of feeding Demoiselle Cranes which arrive here in huge numbers during winter months.Best season: November to February |
| MYANMAR | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy | Golden Rock Walk | 1102 m | 45 min. | Hotel | Short walk to the Golden Rock. Access is by Truck, car and Walking. |
| easy | Lya Myoe Chin Village Walk | 1800 m | ½ day | Guesthouse | Truck Car and Walking |
| easy | Kampalat Tribal Village Trek | 1800 m | 1 day | Guesthouse | Truck Car and Walking |
| easy | Kalaw & Palaung Village Walks | 1000 m | 2 days | Hotel | Walking |
| easy | Aye Tribal Village & Mt Victoria Trek | 3108 m | 1 – 2 days (6 hrs – 7 hrs) | Guesthouse | Truck Car and Walking |
| easy | Kalaw - Inle Lake Tribal Village Trekking | 1000 m | 3 days | Monastery | Walking |
| BHUTAN | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| easy | Village- & nature walks | 1 – 3 hrs | homestay or lodge | Gain deep insights into way of life of Bhutan's rural population. | |
| TREKKING up to 3600m | |||||
| easy | Sinchela | 3000m | 3 days | tent | Discover Bhutan's countryside, its natural wonders and rural lifestyle by foot. Trek through pine-forests, rhododendron jungles and visit remote villages and temples |
| easy | Gangtey | 3390m | 1 – 3 days | tent | Discover Bhutan's countryside, its natural wonders and rural lifestyle by foot. Trek through pine-forests, rhododendron jungles and visit remote villages and temples. |
| TREKKING up to 4800m | |||||
| moderate | Sagala-Haa | 4150m | 3 days | tent | Discover Bhutan's countryside, its natural wonders and rural lifestyle by foot. Trek through pine-forests, rhododendron jungles and visit remote villages and temples. |
| TREKKING up to 5600m | |||||
| moderate to challenging | Jomolhari | 4950m | 8 days | tent | The ideal trek if you want to experience Bhutan's mountain giants from up-close. |
| challenging | Laya & Takin Trek | 4900 m | 15 | tent | Trek to the land oft he Laya nomads. |
| very challenging | Snowman Trek | 4500 – 5300 m | 25 | tent | One of the most challenging treks of the entire Himalayas with 12 passes. |
| MONGOLIA | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | MAX. ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| TREKKING up to 3600m | |||||
| easy | Horse Trekking Khentii National Park | 1500 m | 5 days | Ride in the incredible Khentii National Park bordering to Siberia. Experience the nomad lifestyle, wide steppes, hot springs, tundra and pine-covered hills on horseback. It is a chance to discover the most remote and beautiful areas of the Khentii mountain range. The best horseback riding within Asia on magnificent untouched land! | |
| moderate | Desert Gobi Camel Trekking | 1000 m – 1500 m | 3 days | Tourist camp & tent | Trek through the rich, varied, landscape of the Gobi desert on camelback, camping in tents under the vast Mongolian skies, visiting local nomadic herding families in their gers, exploring ancient ruins and sites of dinosaur fossil finds, and submerging yourself entirely into the peaceful silence of this immense desert, before returning to Ulaanbaatar to experience the unique contrast of the traditional and modern in Mongolia's capital city. |
| TREKKING up to 4800m | |||||
| moderate | Altai & Gobi | 4300 m; average is 2500 – 3000 m | 16 days | tourist camp & tent | Enjoy the tranquility of riding on horseback and walking at a leisurely pace through the lakes, rivers, valleys and snow-capped peaks of the Altai Mountain range. Observe the traditions of the eagle hunter Kazakhs. Camp under the endless blue Mongolian skies by the crystal-clear waters of mountain lakes. |
| moderate | Altai Trekking | 4300 m; average is 2500 – 3000 m | 8 daystd | tourist camp & tent | This journey traverses the Altai Mountains from the foothills of the mighty Tsambagarav to the base of the five glorious peaks of Tavan Bogd, the highest in Mongolia. We will pass through green pastures and lush meadows, camping next to crystal-clear mountain lakes and amongst valleys filled with wild flowers. The journey will be on foot and by horseback, but always at a leisurely pace. On the way we will meet nomadic people who maintain one of the world's most ancient and sustainable ways of life. |
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| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| TREKKING EXPEDITIONS beyond 5600 m | |||||
| challenging | Simikot - Mount Kailash | 2960 - 5630m | 21 days | tent | Trek through the remote Karnali river valley in western Nepal, before crossing into Tibet. Explore 'Guge Kingdom', the repository of ancient Tibetan civilization and Mount Kailash, the holiest pilgrimage site in Tibet. |
| challenging | Everest Base camp | 3660 -6400 m | 21 days | lodges & tent | Tibet is more or less an untamed land of nomads (drokpas), monasteries and high altitude desert that seem to stretch endlessly. Driving overland past the Tibetan plateau ('Roof of the world'), you encounter a picturesque mosaic of Tibetan settlements, nomadic herdsmen, ancient monasteries, high Mountain passes, wide arid plains and awe-inspiring mountain views. |
| NEPAL | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| WALKING & HIKING | |||||
| Various hikes around Pokhara | 3 – 7 hrs | hotel | Enjoy trekking in and around Pokhara with luxurious overnights. | ||
| TREKKING up to 3600m | |||||
| moderate | Sherpa Village TrekkingEverest-region | 1300 – 1550m | 12 days | lodge | A more subtle trek in this part of the region with a cultural focus including the visit of several Sherpa-villages. |
| easy | Royal TrekkingAnnapurna | 1730 m | 8 days | Lodges | The Royal Trek is so-named because Prince Charles and his 90 person entourage had explored this route in the early eighties. Starting from Kalikastan ridge... |
| moderate | Ancient Trails TrekkingAnnapurna | 1200 – 2800 m | 10 days | Lodges | We pass along some of the most beautiful and authentic villages in this region with spectacular views of Annapurna . |
| TREKKING 3600 to 4800m | |||||
| moderate | Upper Mustang TrekkingMustang | 2780 - 3840m | 17 days | Tent | The word 'Mustang' conjures up ideas of remoteness and seclusion, a region lost amongst the mountains. This was an independent country until it was closely consolidated into Nepal just a few decades ago |
| moderate | Nar- Phu Valley TrekAnnapurna | 820 – 3980m | 22 days | Lodges & Tent | A fantastic journey in a wild and unexplored area located north of Annapurna. The Nar Phu Valley. This trek is perfect for travelers who want to discover the Annapurna circuit as well as explore an untouched valley. |
| challenging | Tsum Valley Trekking | 850-4060m | 19 days | Tent | The Tsum Valley is a sacred Himalayan pilgrimage valley situated in northern Gorkha district of Nepal. Tsum comes from the Tibetan word "Tsombo" which means vivid. The trail heads up the valley of the Budi Gandaki River through wild and unexplored country inhabited mainly by members of the Gurung ethnic groups. Good cup of the local cultivated natural coffee and Tatopani hot springs will help you to relax on this intensive trail. |
| moderate | Fascinating Foothill TrekkingAnnapurna | 1550 – 4130m | 13 days | Lodges | This trek leads up to the Annapurna base camp & Machapuchare base camp. |
| challenging | Langtang –Helambhu | 1400 - 4350 m | 17 days | Lodges | This is a superb introduction to trekking in Nepal, among some of the most beautiful scenery in the whole country. |
| moderate | Gosainkunda Trekking | 1400 -4610 m | 10 days | lodges | Excellent and exciting trails, ridge-top paths with extensive views on both sides. |
| challenging | Kanchenjunga Nepal Base Eastern Nepal | 2220 -4670 m | 21 days | Tent | This trek approaches the South Face Base Camp of the world's third highest peak, Mt Kanchendzonga, 8598m, which lies along the boundary between Sikkim, India and the eastern frontier of Nepal |
| TREKKING 4800 to 5600m | |||||
| challenging | Dhalaugiri Circuit Trekking | 850-5200m | 26 days | Tent | The seventh highest mountain in the world, Dhaulagiri lies north – west of Pokhara culminating to its highest point at the eastern end. Dhaulagiri is almost unique in the world in terms of its rise above local terrain where it rises to 7000m over the Kali Gandaki gorge to the south east in about 30 km of aerial distance. In fact, Kali Gandaki is dramatic as two eight thousenders, Annapurna I & Dhaulagiri both stand near the river facing each other over a deep valley. |
| very challenging | Mystic MountainEverest-region | 2900 – 5400 m | 22 days | Lodges & Tent | This is one of our toughest treks. You must be prepared for tough and strenuous mountain trekking. The trek take us to the top of two peaks. |
| challenging | Instant Everest TrekkingEverest-region | 2900 – 5400m | 14 days | lodges | For Everest-fanatics who just want to feel the might of Everest. |
| challenging | Ultimate EverestEverest-region | 2900 – 5400m | 20 days | lodges & tent | The Trek covers the Everest region with close-up views of some of the highest mountains including Mt. Everest. |
| challenging | Last Forntiers TrekkingEverest-region | 2900 – 5400m | 16 days | lodges & tent | Nangpa-la is the ancient main trading route between the Sherpas & the Tibetans. Explore the history of Nepal's Sherpa-people. |
| challenging | Annapurna Cultural TrekkingAnnapurna | 820 – 5420m | 18 days | lodges | This is considered as one of the ten most popular trekking routes in the world.The journey is enriching as you are exposed to a mixed population of Mongolian & Aryan backgrounds with distinctive cultures. |
| challenging | Manaslu Trekking | 850 -5420 m | 23 days | Tent | The trail heads up the valley of the Buri Gandaki River through wild and unexplored country inhabited mainly by members of the Gurung ethnic group. |
| challenging | Untamed Dolpo Trekking | 2370 -5460m | 25 days | Tent | Trekking in the Dolpo region has its own charm, people here still lead a primitive life, yet they are friendly. This is also one of few areas where pre-Buddhist Bon Po religion is still practiced. The trail goes over three high passes, the Kagmara La [5115m], Baga La [5090m] and Numa La [5360m] passing the deep-blue tranquil Phoksumdo Lake and finally concludes at Juphal descending the gorge-side path of Tarap Khola. |
| EXPEDITION & MOUNTAINEERING beyond 5600m | |||||
| challenging | Ama Dablam Expedition | 6856m | 30 days | Lodges & Tent | Climb one of the most stunning peaks of the Himalaya with experienced Sherpas. |
| challenging | Mera Peak Expedition | 6654m | 20 days | Lodges & Tent | Standing proudly at an altitude of 6654m, Mera Peak is the most popular trekking destination and is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. This fairly challenging trek has been designed to cater to trekkers' adventure needs to explore Mera peak from length to breadth. On scaling the summit of Mera Peak, we can have the most spectacular view of entire Himalayan ranges. |
| Island Peak | 6173m | 22 days | Lodges & Tent | Located on top of the Chukung glacier between Ama Dablam and Lhotse Mountains, Island Peak is the most sought after trekking destination because of its challenging geographical conditions. Each year more than 300 groups attempt to scale the summit of Island peak. This trek offers an excellent opportunity to climb a Himalayan Summit [6173m] together with an exhilarating Trek to the Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar. The most difficult section is a mixed rock and ice wall at a slope of around 45 degrees leading to the narrow summit ridge. | |
| very challenging | Mt. Everest Expedition | 8848m | 58 days | Lodges & Tent | Guide-assisted with full support, surprising flexibility, the best weather forecasts, spare oxygen, email and plenty of other services. Above all we are dedicated to safety and success. You must have previous 8000m experience |
| USA: NAVAJO NATION | |||||
| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE | NAME & AREA OF TREK | ALTITUDE | TREKKING DURATION | TYPE OF OVERNIGHTS | HIGHLIGHTS / FOCUS / DESCRIPTION / NOTES |
| easy to moderate | Horse Trekking in Arizone | 800 m | 1 – 5 days | tent / tipi | Discover the ancient land of the Dineh (Navajo Native Americans) with the four-corners area of New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Utah with us. Connect to this sacred land, its ancient traditions and the myths of the Ancient Ones by walking or horse-trekking with the guidance of a Navajo elder. |
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