Best Winters Trek in India

Kedarkantha Trek-

One of the most visited and delightful treks located at the Garhwal ranges; the Kedarkantha trek is considered to be the most wanted and most preferred trekking spot in winter. You will be led by nature’s charm and beauty through the trails of Kedarkantha Trek. You can drive from Delhi to Dehradun by road or get into anything Express train from Delhi to Dehradun and as soon as you reach Dehradun you will be gratified by the beauty of Kedarkantha Trek. Though the best time to visit Kedarkantha Trek is from early July to early November. Kedarkantha Trek is not a hard trekking spot but a moderate one applicable for any kind of trekker. You might be facing difficulties and challenges as you trek in the higher altitudes of Kedarkantha Trek; you might face some issues regarding health at Kedarkantha Trek. You can hear the cracking and crunching of snow under your trekking boots while the sky is still dark early at 3 a.m. The beautiful village of Sankri will take you by a warm-hearted welcome and the most unique thing about the locals of Sankri is that they still wear a certain traditional dress that makes them even more attractive but this is such a village where the touch of modernity remains unattended. You might be fascinated by visiting the Taluka Village, Jakol Village, Osla Village, Mori, Saru Tal Trek, Bali Pass and Rupin Pass. If you are into safaris then the Govind National Park is your destination and apart from being the best trekking spot, it is also a religious spot as well. Kedarkantha is dedicated to Lord Shiva which makes the presence of the omnipresent be felt as you trek further and further at Kedarkantha Trek.

Chadar Trek-

The Chadar Lake Trek is wholesome in winter. Chadar Trek located at Leh Ladakh is going to take you by the wonders it had been keeping for your discovery. Another name of the Chadar Trek is known as the Frozen Lake Trek, due to the Zanskar River that remains frozen for most of the time in winters and becomes a popular trekking spot for many trekkers. The frozen waterfalls and other frozen rivers are going to take you by wonder. You can visit the Chadar Trek from December to February and in between these months, you will get the opportunity to trek on the frozen river Zanskar. You can set up your camping equipment at Tilat Sumdo and you can visit Shingra Koma, caves of Tibba, human-faced rocks of Gyalpo, Dibyokma and start a friendly conversation with the locals of Ling and they will be amazing with you their utmost hospitality. Chadar Trek is a moderate to a bit difficult trekking spot despite being a land of wonders. You can face Harsh climatic conditions that can have a severe effect on your health. Chadar Lake Trek offers you a panoramic beauty of the snow-clad mountain ranges and the fresh mountain breeze passing by you.

Snow Leopard Trek-

One of the most frequently visited trekking spots that will take you through an adventurous journey by the mountains with the advantage of viewing the wildlife of Leh Ladakh. The Snow Leopard Trek at Hemis National Park draws in a lot of customers all over the year. The Hemis National Park consists of various animals among which the Snow Leopards are the main attraction and thus this is the reason for it being termed as Snow Leopard Trek. The snowy regions in the mountains are flocked by a large number of rare and exotic species of birds and animals like the Blue Sheep, Eurasian Brown Bears, Tibetan Wolves and many more such animals. The Hemis National Park will make you feel one with nature. You can even see the various animal species at Rumbak Valley. Snow Leopard Trek is known to be a popular site during the winters as the leopards and other animals come out from their shelters in search of food outside. Thus, being a miraculous place Hemis National Park is the most interesting winter trekking spot in Leh Ladakh.

Kuari Pass Trek-

If you wish to find yourself one with nature, rest in the lush green meadows and the hills afar then make a trekking trip to Kuari Pass Trek also called the Curzon Trail is one of the best and renowned places to trek in winters. Kuari Pass will take you on trekking and a camping trip simultaneously. You will be left amazed by the peak of Nanda Devi (second largest peak in India), the Dronagiri ranges, Chitrakantha and Chaukhambha top. You will feel the sanctity of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers gushing by the mountain path. If you want to see the blooming flowers then make sure to visit in April. An immense amount of exotic and rare flora and fauna at Kuari Pass in Uttarakhand is going to mesmerize you for days to come.