Trekking Trails

Trekking himalayas

Trekking Trails –  The Journey at the top of the World

Climbing up the mountains with all efforts, fun and sunshine payback in the end when you realize that the pure joy lies in the mountains and on its natural untrodden trails. The enchanting view from the top of the world brings the ultimate happiness and makes you forget the existence of sadness, difficulties, pain, and problems on this planet. Probably, this kind of feeling and the place was termed as ‘Heaven’ by our ancestors. And yes, this is what I say when people blankly ask me, what’s so awesome about toiling up the mountains!?!? Fortunately, I am born in a country blessed with few of the most beautiful mountain ranges of Himalayas, Sahayadris, Aravali and the Western Ghats. The purpose of scripting my trekking experiences and the trek guide is motivating the people, especially the first-timers, to take up an adventure on their own.

 

 

Things to be carried on YHAI Treks

 

Trekking in the Mighty Himalayas

 

@13,000 Ft. The Ultimate Dream of a Youth Hosteler

Trekking through the Majestic Kingdom of Duryodhan

 

Trekking around Mumbai/Pune

 

Trek to Kohoj Fort

Bhandadara : Camping by the Lake

Rajmachi : Trekking through the clouds

Sandhan Valley – The Valley of Mighty Rocks

Kalsubai -The highest peak of Maharashtra State

Harishchandragadh: Trekking to the edge of the cliff

Kothligadh – The Arsenal of Shivaji

 

Grahan Village - Himachal

Grahan Village Trek Near Kasol – An Untouched Gem of Parvati Valley

Beyond the hustle and bustle of the most happening town of Kasol lies hidden among the hills, an ancient village of Grahan. The local claims it to be as old as the historic town of Malana. The beauty of Grahan Village is untouched by the tourists and trekkers (Written and visited in 2016) and is thus in its purest form. Unlike Malana, the people of Grahan Village are very friendly and the village is way much cleaner than Malana. Till 2014, when I visited it the first time, the village didn’t have any guest house ...
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sar pass trek

@13,000 Ft. The Ultimate Dream of a Youth Hosteler

Sar Pass Trek has created its own space in the trekking dreams of the Youth Hostelers all over the world. The experience of trekking through the ancient Himalayan villages like Grahan and the stoners’ town Kasol adds to the elusive high altitude Himalayan experience. The trail is designed to give you the experience of bustling towns of Himachal to the windy lake pass where no life exists except that of fresh white snowflakes. And before you proceed for this tedious but refreshing trek, know what you should carry for this trek ...
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Har ki doon trek

Trekking through the Majestic Kingdom of Duryodhan

Mythology says, the Kauravas and Pandavas ruled the incredible land of India around thousands of years ago and besides the terrific family war, there is a lot for a traveler in the greatest epic of Mahabharat. In fact, the historic memoirs make me wonder about the incredible adventures of India's ancient nomad family of Pandavas. Their Kingdom extended from sea wrapped Indian peninsula to the abode of Gods, right up to the heaven in the Himalayas. Some of the surviving villages of their era like Gangaad, Osla , and Seema dates back to around 3000 ...
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Trek to Kohoj Fort

Monsoon and Winter season bring the trekking season in Maharashtra. Kohoj Fort Trek is one of the least famous monsoon trek or winter trek in Sahyadris. The trek is admired for its heart-shaped lake named Pazhar and the verdant vistas of the surrounding valley. Height of Kohoj Fort: 3200 ft (980 m) Difficulty Level: Medium Duration: 1 Day Trek Duration: 3-4 hours Base Village: Vaghote (Palghar Region) Best season to trek: Monsoon/ Winter Estimated Cost: 400 - 500 INR (including Public Transport) Kohoj Fort Contact: For Group Trekking Arrangements Contact Gautam Vaishnav +91 97621 24690 (Organiser of ...
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Triund Trek , Solo Trek to Triund, Things to do in Mcleodganj

The Triund saga – A Solo Venture in the Himalayas

Solo trek is not an adventure in a way, it's just a simple task of moving out of your comfort zone and testing your limits. As we know, the real life begins out of your comfort zone and I can proudly say my real life solo venture was a beautiful one ...
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Sandhan Valley Trek And Rappelling | A Detailed Guide From Mumbai

Sandhan Valley Trek is one of the most enthralling descent treks near Mumbai, Maharashtra. The rappelling activity involved in this trek makes it an adventurous trek.  The trekking trail passes through a narrow creek in between two rocky hills near Samradh Village. During monsoon season, the same trail turns into a pathway of a river and during the summer, it becomes a trekking trail. This Sandhan Valley Trek blog of mine will give you detailed information about this trek including a local guide's contact in Samradh Village ...
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Harishchandra Fort – A Trek to Konkankada

Height: 4,665 ft Difficulty level: Medium Duration: 2 Days Trek Duration: 5-6 hours Base Village: Khireshwar Descending Route: Pachnai Best season to trek: Monsoon/ Winter Estimated Cost: Rs. 500 (including Public Transport) ...
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Bhandardara – Camping by the Lake Near Mumbai

The Arthur Lake or Bhandardara Lake was formed when Wilson Dam was built on Pravara river. It serves as the most beautiful landscape for admiring a beautiful sunset followed by overnight lakeside camping and stargazing. Bhandardara camping has recently become very famous owing to the comfortable stay option in hotels and MTDC Bhandardara. This beautiful lake is certainly one of the best options of lakeside camping near Mumbai and Pune ...
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Kothaligadh Trek – Reaching The Arsenal of Shivaji

Kothaligadh trek or Peth trek is one of the easiest treks that can be done by any beginner. Located in the Peth region of Maharashtra, Kothaligadh was used as an arsenal during the rule of Shivaji Maharaj. Kothaligadh also worked best as a watchtower in the valley surrounded by popular peaks of the Sahayadri mountain range. It can best be done during monsoon as the greenery around looks picturesque and the surrounding mountain ranges wrapped in the cloud look totally dramatic. Before giving all the other details in this Kothaligadh Trek Blog, let me answer ...
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Rajmachi Trek | A Detailed Budget Travel Guide

Have you ever experienced rains miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city? Or got drenched in the lush green surroundings and the chocolaty mud? Ever been above the clouds or have watched the clouds rushing towards you and making you feel lost in some dreamy blurry world? If this dreamy description is exactly what you wish for then just pack your bag and leave for the Rajmachi trek from Mumbai during any monsoon weekend and it will ensure the everlasting memories of your life. Here is the complete guide and contact details ...
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