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Indiahikes Trekking Club

Bringing like-minded trekkers together, one city at a time

Why the Indiahikes Trekking Club? A note from our Founder

When I started Indiahikes in 2008, I always saw it as a trekking community. A space where trekkers could come together, share experiences, and learn from one another.

Over time, I realised that building a true community was difficult for a commercial organisation. Internal constraints always held us back. A business has structures, priorities, and limitations that often hinder community building.

Yet, the idea of a trekking community never left my mind. I kept thinking of forming a trekking club outside Indiahikes. A place to find like-minded trekkers. So that together, they could discover the outdoors in a way that feels natural. 

I wanted club members to experience the joy of planning and documenting expeditions on unknown trails in our country. I wanted them to watch the latest outdoor films so that they would feel inspired and educated. I wanted them to host well-known adventurists and listen to their stories. I wanted the club to organise activities that nurture an adventurous spirit. 

I thought it would be tremendously beneficial to collaborate with trekking clubs worldwide to share knowledge, go on joint expeditions, and have culturally rich exchange programmes. 

Finally, I wanted the club to bring nature closer to those who never thought they could experience it.

Seeing the Bangalore chapter buzzing with energy fills me with joy. I'm starting to think a genuine trekking club can emerge in our country. 

Not a moment in the club passes in silence! People meet, talk, and plan all the time! The club has taken on a life of its own. I dream of the club spreading across the country, with chapters in every major city. India’s culture is not naturally outdoorsy. A trekking club can change that by sowing the joys of trekking in people. Our country needs a deeper connection with the outdoors.

Only then will we truly learn to connect with ourselves, nature, and others. Only then will our dream that “everyone must trek” come true.

Why join the Indiahikes Trekking Club?

It's a platform to meet like-minded trekkers

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Mindful trekkers are a creed on their own. Being a part of this club, you are in a league of trekkers who come from all walks of life, but with a similar mindset. They think similar and act similar to you.

Plan treks with club members

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Day hikes, weekend treks, nature walks, birding walks, clean-up treks - our club has something happening every other week, open only to club members. Whether you want to trek around your city, or within your city, this club will give you the platform to do so.

Gain access to club events

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From meet-and-greets and film screenings to book readings and quizzes, this club is your space to organise and participate in events you’ve always wanted to be a part of. With a supportive community, resources, and like-minded members, this club helps you bring your ideas to life.

Become part of Indiahikes' inner circle

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As a club member, you become part of the Indiahikes' inner circle. You get special privileges for Indiahikes treks and first invitations to special Indiahikes programmes - including explorations and volunteering opportunities.

Explore and document treks

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Get a chance to explore untrodden trails and be among the first to document them in-depth. These documentations then go on to become bibles for the rest of the trekking community.

Grow Trekking in India

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By joining Indiahikes' exploration and documentation treks, reviewing gear, and introducing your friends, family, and children to the joys of trekking, you will play a key role in advancing the growth of trekking in India.

Upcoming Events

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Valikunja Trek

Start: 11th July (from Bangalore, preferred by early noon so that we reach before sunset)
Trek Date: 12/7/2025
Return: by Late night 13th July (to Bangalore)
Tent stay: 1200/- per person per night, including meal ( directly to the tent stay guy)

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Herping trip to Tirthahalli

Itinerary:
- Leave Bangalore by 5:30 AM on saturday 26th Jul
- Reach the homestay by noon followed by lunch.
- Post lunch explore the property for spiders, insects, butterflies and snakes.
- Evening snacks and tea.
- Explore the property for frogs, snakes, moths and spiders and have dinner.
- After dinner nearby night drive to find roadside movement of snakes.
- Next day morning tea and snacks, followed by small trek to Navilu Kallu Gudda to explore further biodiversity of western ghats.
- Come back from trek, have breakfast and check out.

Latest News

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Hyderabad Chapter Completes Two Treks to Ananthagiri Hills
28/6/25

On June 28 and 29, 2025, a total of 38 members from the Hyderabad Chapter completed two back-to-back treks to the scenic Ananthagiri Hills. The event was organized by Abdul and coordinated by Krishna, offering participants a peaceful and refreshing weekend in nature.

The trekkers explored a serene bird-watching point, open grasslands, and sections of the surrounding forest. Along the way, they spotted a variety of birds and passed under the canopy of ancient trees believed to be hundreds of years old. The sounds of rustling leaves, chirping birds, and the soft crunch of forest paths added to the immersive experience.

The batch on June 28 took a slightly different route, discovering a new return trail through the forest. The sense of adventure, spontaneous exploration, and camaraderie made the journey memorable for all involved.

The success of both treks reaffirmed the joy of outdoor connection and the importance of thoughtful planning and teamwork in making group events meaningful and smooth.

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