Sankri village is the trek base of popular trails like Kedarkantha or Har Ki Dun trek. It is also starting point of treks like Bali Pass, Borasu Pass, Phulara Ridge and some other. Nowadays Sankri is growing as a popular hill destination too. Table of Contents Basic Facts:Distances to Sankri:Mode
Autumn is here again. As we approach late October, we would like to share the update of treks that we completed from mid September to mid October 2019. This year monsoon delayed in various regions of India and so in some regions of Himalayas. Although eastern Himalayan states of Sikkim
Week long homestay trek option in Sikkim or Darjeeling
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Please let me know about the details of trekking options in Barsey area or in Sikkim/Darjeeling area during the first week of January. We plan our vacation for 7 days, including journey from NJP to NJP. We are a team of 4 members about 50-52 years of age group and
Bhrigu lake trek: Cost of budget package for 3D/2N
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Short Bhrigu lake trek package is probably the best option for you, who are looking for a quick Himalayan adventure on a tight budget, yet want an alpine experience. Be it in your summer holidays or in post monsoon, you can opt for this flexible trek package. Table of Contents
India opens 137 new Himalayan peaks to climb in 2019
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On the eve of independence day, Indian govt announced to open 137 new mountaineering and trekking peaks to climb in Indian Himalayas. This is surely a welcome move in favour of global mountaineering and climbing fraternity. Prior to this, very few of the newly opened peaks were accessible to mountaineers
A moderate grade Himalayan trek in November
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Initially two prospective trekkers enquired about our early November Goecha La fixed departure trek. Their dates were not matching with our group departure date and they had plan to arrive couple of days later. They were keen on a right trek which should throw some challenges on the trail. Moreover
Permits needed for your Sikkim travel 2026: A guide for Indians and Foreigners
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Indian state of Sikkim has some regulations and accompanied restrictions with respect to travelling and trekking within the state. This is due to its international border with multiple countries. You need to obtain certain permits, depending on your: Table of Contents Which are the Protected Areas in Sikkim?For Indian Nationals:For
Goecha La Trek Update: New regulations and permit inside KNP
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New rules and regulations for Goecha La trek inside Kanchendzongha National Park (KNP), July 2019: On 25th July 2019, a new set of rules and regulations suggested by SDM of Yuksom, Govt. Of Sikkim. This is a good time to go through these proposed changes and its impact. If you
Goecha La trek: A photo story during autumn in November
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You must have wondered about what is so special about Goecha La trek? Well, every trek is beautiful to say the least, but Goecha La will literally spellbound you. After monsoon, October onward mornings are encouraging for fantastic view of the high mountains. But that is one side only. Fog
2019 Summer treks: Weather and Snow update for Uttarakhand, Himachal, Darjeeling, Sikkim,
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By this late April 2019, lowlands of India already facing a promising spell of summer. Temperatures steadily charting over 40° C. Many of you have already booked your tickets to the Himalayas for a respite. Some of you surely finalised which trek to go, some yet digging in to chose
