In today’s fast paced life, a trekking holiday brings a fresh lease of life to the tensed, stressed individuals, bogged down by the pressure of their day to day works and monotonous lifestyle. Trekking is not only an adventure activity but also a strong booster of mind and energy, providing food for the soul and energy for the body. In trekking, a trekker is not only gifted with ample opportunities to explore the particular region with its captivating natural charms, but also it can be a journey to explore one’s own self. Naturally, it is not a wonder that trekking holidays are gaining popularity with people willing to go on a memorable expedition of a lifetime.

The great Himalayan region in northern India, is a storehouse of bewitching mountain ranges with their spectacular trekking routes. Leh, Zanskar and Ladakh in Kashmir, Garhwal and Kummaon Himalayan ranges in Uttaranchal and also Himachal Pradesh with its spectacular trekking routes in Chamba and Manali are the major trekking regions in northern India. Sublime mountains with their snow clad peaks, fascinating mountain valleys with variegated flowers and vegetations, the sprightly mountain rivers and falls and above the all round ambiance of freshness, far away from the hustle-bustle and pollution of modern life, will enthrall each and every travelers making them come back again and again in these trekking zones of northern India.

A trekking holiday is not only beneficial for health, it lends a rejuvenating effect and vibrant colors to your mind also making you ready to combat the daily hassles of life once you come back from your expedition. Therefore, if you feel haggard and need a change, go through the tidbits of trekking in northern India, mentioned below and start your memorable journey:

General info about trekking: There are generally three levels of trekking. The low altitude treks, generally below 3000m are basically meant for the novices and are comparatively easy. The middle level treks are generally below 4500m height. These two levels can be undertaken by anyone who has the basic physical fitness. But the high level treks that can go up to 5500m, requires extreme fitness and strong will.

Trekking Essentials: The first essential thing for trekking is always physical fitness. Apart from that, some other essentials include, a pair of trousers, sweaters, gloves, fluid and Vitamin C and aspirin pills, sun glasses, a cap, a jacket, a sleeping bag, a self inflating mattress, an electric torch, sun cream and some other.

Trekking season in India: Spanning over almost the whole year including winter at regions with lower altitude, the trekking season in the Himalayan range basically starts from late spring to summer. In Himachal trekkers can also trek from June to October. While among the Garhwal and Kumaon trekking trails of Uttaranchal the ideal trekking time is from May to October.

So, make up your mind and get ready to fill your lungs with a fresh doze of life, to strengthen your limbs and to shed that extra pound to explore the hidden self of yours.