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Please note that this is a special trek designed for stargazing enthusiasts. The trek fee is slightly more than the regular fee. Know more about the trek here. 

This is a trek specially designed for trekkers above 58 years. The itinerary is specially designed to be different from a regular trek. The trek fee is also Rs 3000 more than the regular fee (Please note this is only for Himalayan treks) Know more about the trek here.  

Our Adventure Therapy Trek is led by a trained therapist, who will guide you through reflective and therapeutic exercises during the trek. To accommodate this expertise, the fee is ₹5,000 higher than our regular trek fee. Know more about the trek here. 

Please note that the family treks are meant for families with a child/children under 18 years of age. If you do not fit this criteria, you can register for any of our regular groups. Read more about family treks here.

Please note, this is an open Collaborative Leadership Programme with a focus on networking and building Collaborative Leadership skills for young professionals and university students. The trek fee is 5000 more than the regular fee. Learn more about the trek here: https://indiahikes.com/blog/open-collaborative-leadership-program

The Indiahikes Summer Camp aligns with the Adventurous Journey of the IAYP programme. Our treks provide a challenging outdoor experience where participants plan, train, and trek in an unfamiliar environment. They develop teamwork, leadership, and resilience while navigating trails, camping, and engaging with nature—fulfilling all the requirements of the IAYP Adventurous Journey.

You are joining our waitlist. Here are a few guidelines that you should keep in mind:

The chances of getting a confirmed slot totally depend on the cancellations we receive from confirmed trekkers. The cancellations cannot be predicted hence are uncertain.

We close the movement of the waitlist 7-15 days before the trek starts.

You don't have to pay right now. You will receive a notification upon confirmation of your slot. You will have 24 hours to pay and confirm your booking.

We are known for our pioneering safety practices in trekking. Microspikes, oximeters, and BP checks became standards thanks to us. In the mountains, emergencies don't care who you're with—everyone knows that when trouble hits, you look for the yellow tents of Indiahikes. When you join our treks, we first make our No-Compromise Safety Promise. It’s our unwavering commitment to keep you safe, no matter what.

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Our commitment to the environment is relentless. We don’t just encourage responsible trekking; we insist on it. That’s why our Green Trails principles are non-negotiable. They don’t involve just our trekkers or our staff members. Our entire trek processes and policies are designed to favour the environment, even if it is often counterintuitive to our business.

Our No-compromise Sustainability promise

More than 30,000 trekkers trek with us every year. In addition, our outdoor learning division (InSoul) has participants from the who’s of the education organisation in India, from the IIMs to BITS to top international schools. More than 5,000 participants from these institutions trek with us annually. We do not spend a single rupee on advertising to get these participants. Our reputation precedes us.

We are India’s largest trekking organisation

We are pioneers in trekking. Since 2007, we have documented and brought out most of India’s famous treks: Roopkund, Rupin Pass, Buran Ghati, Kedarkantha, Kashmir Great Lakes, Tarsar Marsar, Phulara Ridge—the list goes on. In 2023-24 alone, we brought out nine new treks in Indian trekking. We know treks better than anyone. This comes directly from the reason why Indiahikes was born: to bring out trek information and enable trekkers to trek on their own. We believe everyone must trek.

Being pioneers of trekking in India

We focus on designing transformative experiences. Our trek leaders conduct thought-provoking exercises that help you reflect and contemplate. This impact stays with you for a long time. Trekkers return feeling energised, more confident, or developing abilities to deal with difficulties. Many have changed careers, rethought their core values, become more humble, shown gratitude to others, or started a new fitness journey. 

Our treks are transformative

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Trekking in the Himalayas comes with challenges such as heavy rain, roadblocks, floods, landslides, and permit restrictions imposed by the government. These situations are not within Indiahikes' control. 

Before you register, please be prepared for the possibility that your trek might be called off due to these uncontrollable factors. In such cases, Indiahikes will make every effort to offer you a safe alternative trek. If that isn't possible, we will cancel your trek and issue a voucher for the trek fee in line with our standard cancellation policy.

However, if you would like to receive a full refund of your fee under such circumstances, opt for the Indiahikes Shield while registering. This shield grants you the option to receive a refund in case your trek is cancelled due to external reasons. 

Why you should opt for Indiahikes Shield 

Security concerns and government orders often lead to last-minute cancellations in Jammu & Kashmir. While we make all the preparations to run the trek, we cannot guarantee that the trek will run. If such a situation occurs, we will try to organize an alternate trek within J&K or Himachal Pradesh, wherever possible. If not, we will cancel the trek and our cancellation policy will apply.

Such circumstances are under nobody's control, but it's best to be well-prepared.  As trekkers ourselves, we understand the loss that you go through when such circumstances arise. To protect against such circumstances, we have the Indiahikes Shield - where you can avail a return of your full trek fee by paying a small additional charge.  

We suggest you opt for the Indiahikes Shield, which will protect your trek fee during such uncertainties. You will find the option during the registration process.

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When you offload, a mule or porter will carry your belongings.

Offloading is for those with injuries, health issues or other limitations

Book via Your Profile after trek registration. 

We will provide you with a weather-resistant kit bag to transfer your belongings.

The kitbag will be carried by mules or porters.

You will not need a backpack if you're offloading. However, you will need a small day pack.

Find details about the Indiahikes Offloading Process here.

At Indiahikes, we strongly believe that children must trek. Children aged 14 and below qualify for a 30% trek fee scholarship. Check out this article to learn more.


For every ten adult members (aged 15 and above) of the group, we waive off the trek fee for one person. Indiahikes will reimburse the said trek fee after you complete your trek.

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Mulkarkha Lake trek in Sikkim is slowly becoming a popular "family trek". It is a rare Himalayan trek where you can take your family with you and enjoy each moment just like a proper family vacation.

The lake called “Mulkarkhais” is considered sacred by the locals and is called a wishing Lake. It is believed that anyone who makes a wish in that lake will definitely find the wish coming true. The is believed to be very powerful. At that moment, I felt as if my wishes have gained spiritual recognition in conjunction with my surroundings. The hospitality of the people here is amazing, to say the least. They make sure that their guests are treated in the best possible way such that there is no discomfort. The authentic traditional food could just make you crave for it again and again.

The trek to Mulkarkha lake goes through small villages of Jhusing, Tagathan, Mularkha and Aritar on the borders with Sikkim-West Bengal. The homestays in Jhusing and Mulkarkha are something to watch out for.

The ideal time to visit Mulkarkha Lake is from the month of October to December. To witness a cultural event, April is another good time to visit. The villagers celebrate Ram Navami by worshiping the lake with celebration furor. This time of the year, the lake is believed to come to life and its sanctity is worshipped by the locals and the villagers.

Mulkarkha Lake Trek : A perfect family getaway!

It is a perfect getaway along with your family

A beautiful Himalayan trek full of scenic beauty

The authentic food and culture make you want to do it again and again

Day 1 : Rhenock to Lingzey Village to Jhusing Village

Rhenock is a small town, 50 km from Rangpo. Rangpo is the gateway to Sikkim. It is close to 80 km from NJP (New Jalpaiguri), the nearest railhead for this trek. From Rangpo, one can hire shared sumo to Rhenock. The ideal time to visit Mulkarkha Lake is from the month of October to December. To witness a cultural event, April is another good time to visit. The villagers celebrate Ram Navami by worshiping the lake with celebration furore. The trek route starting from Rhenock town is a motorable road of two km to Lingzey Village. There is a temple in the village that is considered to be the second largest in Darjeeling. There is a Sanskrit School opposite to the temple where trekkers can rest before moving on to Jhusing. Jhusing is approximately four km from Lingzey. The road from the back of the temple in Lingzey village goes towards Pitamchin. There is a diversion in the road to the right which goes to Jhusing. The diversion is visible after walking close to three km on the road from Lingzey. There is a homestay in Jhusing where one can stay and spend on the night and proceed onwards the next day. The homestay is very aesthetically maintained with a splendid garden in the front leading to the house. The total cost of the food and lodging in the homestay is Rs. 700 per night.

Day 2 : Jhusing Village to Tagathan Village to Mulkarkha

After a night in the cozy homestay in Jhusing with the silhouette of Kanchenjunga at the back, the route passes through a forest to Tagathan. There is an amazing hidden waterfall known as Servang falls. The owner of the homestay knows the location well. He guided us to a short trek to the base of a beautiful waterfall. A U-turn at the end of a gravel path leads to the interiors of the dense forest region. Walking along the narrow trail, one begins to get a glimpse of the huge canyon that lies at an arm’s length. Soon in an hour, the roaring sound of the water gives sound proximity of the waterfall nearby. A small clearing of the bush beholds the mighty spectacle in front of the eyes. The Servang waterfall ultimately meets the river which creates this canyon. The melodies of the early morning bird calls are a pleasure to listen to. The narrow trail through the forest finally leads to a wider road entering Tagathan village, close to 2 km from Jhusing. The trail turns a bit steeper going towards Mulkarkha. A few houses rise from the by-lanes providing glimpses of the rural landscape and culture of this region. There is a school before the Mulkarkha village which serves as a resting point. Thick bushes and shrubs dot the trail on both sides as nature beckons one to walk the coveted path. Finally one reaches Mulkarkha village by two in the afternoon. Where another homestay waits for a stay in this village of close to 10-15 families. The total cost of the food and lodging is Rs. 850 per night. The hospitality is a joy to behold. The food is refreshing and delicious to taste. One can spend the rest of the day exploring in and around the village. Mulkarkha Lake is situated at the top of this village and takes around an hour from the village.

Day3 : Mulkarka to Mulkarkha Lake to Aritar

An early morning sunrise presents the glory of this lake coupled with the reflection of Mount Kanchenjunga. The hike to the lake goes through a narrow trail upwards to the right of the village. There are Buddhist prayer flags dotting the lake. A small temple serves as a guardian deity with Kanchenjunga peeking from the back of this temple. One can spend hours around this lake feeling so much in sync with nature. After returning back to Mulkarkha village, the trail goes downwards to Aritar. This is the nearest motorable road head. There is a diversion to the left after a good 30 minutes. This is the easiest part of the trek. There are few houses that do a peek a boo once in a while. After a good one to two hours, the town of Aritar begins to look up. A further three km down the motorable road leads one to a cluster of hotels in Aritar. There is an artificial “S” shaped lake in Aritar known as Lampokhri. The tastefully decorated houses with flower pots on the terraces tell a picturesque tale of the place and its denizens. After spending the night at Aritar one can move down to Rhenock. There are regular taxis and cabs available from Aritar to Rhenock. Going downhill by foot takes an hour to reach Rhenock.

The secret to ascending any trail lies in building your cardiovascular endurance. You can begin by jogging everyday. Ideally, you should be able to jog 4 km in 20 minutes before the start of the trek. It takes time to be able to cover this distance in the given time. Start slow and increase your pace everyday. Swimming, cycling and stair climbing without too many breaks in between can help too. Strength This is another area you should work on. You will need to build strength in your muscles and in your core body. You can do some squats to strengthen your leg muscles. Do around 3 sets of squats, with 8 squats in each set. Apart from this, you can add planks and crunches to your work out.

Another aspect that will help you trek comfortably is flexibility. For this, you can do some stretching exercises - stretch your hamstrings, quadriceps, hip flexors, lower back muscles and shoulders regularly. Carrying a backpack, however light, can become a strain after a while. These exercises will help you to be in good shape before the trek.

If you can't go out and jog because of time and space constraints, here's a video you can use to work out indoors.

No, stuffing it all in isn’t the right way to do it Packing a backpack correctly saves precious time that you might waste trying to find your things later. It is wise to spend some time learning what really goes into packing a backpack.

On a trek, you only get what you take. Something as simple as a forgotten matchbox can cripple your cooking plans throughout the trek. So, it’s essential to prepare early and prepare well. To begin with, make a checklist. While shopping, remember this thumb rule - keep it light. “Every item needs to be light. This ensures that your backpack, on the whole, stays light,” says Sandhya UC, co-founder of Indiahikes. Balancing out heavy items with light ones isn’t going to have the same effect as having all light items. “Always opt for good quality, light items,” says Sandhya.

“Your backpack for a weekend trek should weigh between 8 and 10 kg,” explains Arjun Majumdar, co-founder of Indiahikes, “To break it down, your tent should weigh around 2.5 kg, your sleeping bag, around 1.5 kg, and the ration, stove and clothes should constitute the other 5 kg.” The best way to plan is by concentrating on the basic necessities – food, shelter and clothes. Gather only those things that you’ll need to survive. Do not pack for ‘if’ situations. “That’s one of the common mistakes that people make – packing for ‘if situations’. It only adds to the baggage that you can do without on a trek,” says Sandhya.

One good way to go about it is to prepare a list of absolute essentials. Start with the most essential and end with the least essential. That way, when you feel you are overshooting the limit, you can start eliminating from the bottom. Another tip is to be smart while packing clothes. Invest in light. wash and wear fabrics. "Replace a sweater with two t-shirts," adds Sandhya. Layering is the mantra when it comes to trekking. Refer to Sandhya’s clothes list to pack smart.

The thumb rule for this one is to eliminate air spaces. Make sure that everything is packed tightly, especially clothes and jackets, as they tend to take up maximum air space. Put in all the large items first. Then squeeze in the smaller ones in the gaps. This ensures minimum air space. A good way to pack clothes is by using the Ranger Roll method.

BottomSleeping bag: Make this your base layer. Sleeping bags tend to be voluminous, but do not weigh much. They’re perfect for the bottom of the bag. Tent: Just like the sleeping bag, even tents are voluminous and light. Keep the tent poles separately and place the fabric at the bottom of the backpack. 

MiddleHeavy jacket: Roll up the jacket in a tight ball and place it in the middle of the backpack, close to your back. The middle region of the backpack should always have the heaviest items. You can store other things like ration or mini stoves in the middle. Other clothes: Roll other clothes and place them in the remaining space, to fill air gaps.

TopWater: Water, although heavy, needs to be easily accessible. So put it in the topmost region of your backpack. Medicine box: This is another component that you wouldn’t want to be scavenging for when in need. Poncho: It could rain at any time in the mountains. So, ponchos should be accessible easily. Also, having a waterproof poncho at the top of the backpack provides additional waterproofing to items in the bag.

If you're looking for something longer and more picturesque, then we couldn't recommend Sandakphu enough. It is a classic tea house trek in India. And the views that you get on a clear day are incredible.

You get to see the 4 of the highest mountains in the world including Mt Everest. The route of this trek lies along the border of India and Nepal. In fact, one constantly moves in and out of Nepal during the trek. The mighty mountains, of course, know no boundaries. They stretch through Nepal, India, Bhutan and further.

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