Experience the Thrill of Trekking in Himalayas

[Rekha Bisht]

The mighty Himalayan range is the natural border to the country in the northern part. The mystic Himalayas have attracted people of all origins and all ages. Though, most of it remains unreachable owing to great heights and harsh weather conditions, there are some scenic valleys and the foothills that offer a vivid touring experience.

Trekking in Himalayas requires some time in hand, but they can prove to your best holiday ever. The Himalayan trekking tour ideally covers a stretch of about 1,700 Km, the great Himalayan Trail as it is called takes about 157 exact days to be completed. The Himalayas trekking tours comprise of eight out fourteen world peaks, which range over the 8,000 meters height. The Himalayas trekking tour will also include the trek to the Mount Everest – the highest peak in the world.

The experience of Himalayas trekking is an adventurous one. There are dangerous turns and steep passes that require an extra bit of guts. However there are several tour operators that organize some of the best Himalayas trekking tours.

The Himalayas trekking tour wash off all the stress that the hustle bustle of a city life causes, it gives an enriching experience, completely close to nature. The long trek would cover places like Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Darjeeling, Sikkim, Bhutan, Nepal, Uttrakhand and many other fascinating places.

Among some of the popular trekking destinations, the Garhwal is a very attractive region, with nature beauty holding hands for eternity. There are several scenic fascinations one can swear by, the region is so full of breathtaking mountains and valleys, meadows and forest, flowers and fountains, all of them combine to make the trekking experience a delightful one. The region is mostly famous for adventure sports and pilgrimage. Trekking in Himalayas is mostly guided by an instinct to pick up a path and experience the uncertainties that fall on the road, raising the stakes of the trekkers’ test in an unfamiliar territory.

Apart from the enticing Garhwal trek, there are various other routes one can pick up, in the Himalayas trekking tours. There is the Gomukh and Tapovan trek, Kuaripass trek, trek through the mystery lake Roopkund, Badrinath Gangotri trek, Nanda Devi National Park trek and many more.

While planning Himalayas trekking tour, one need to be completely informed about the equipments to be carried like ropes and sticks, what clothes to carry and what not. The Himalayas are the abode of snow, natural vegetation, wild animals and adventure is at its peak here.