A list of high-altitude campsites that are great for stargazing in the Himalayas. Make note if you are about to go on a Himalayan trek

Many trekkers get confused between Ali-Bedni Bugyal trek and Brahmatal trek. What’s the difference? At first glance, the question feels valid. Given that both treks start from Lohajung, in north-west Uttarakhand. If we talk about altitude, Ali Bedni Bugyal trek climbs to 11,686 feet and Brahmatal climbs to 12,250 feet. That’s barely a difference of […]

Editor’s note: Megha went on the Brahmatal trek and was taken in by the ever-present views of Mt Nanda Ghunti and Mt Trishul by her side. She penned her thoughts down immediately after she returned. We loved the personifications in her writing, where she brings the two majestic peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas to life. […]

The beauty of trekking in peak winter is largely an undisclosed secret in Indian trekking. Here’s what you’re missing out. (Stats and best treks to choose inside)

Snow treks in the Himalayas always have a charm about them. Here, we list out the best winter treks to do in the Himalayas.

Trekkers cherish their trek moments of aspiration,singing and madness. Beat the lock down blues by sharing your stories too! 🙂

Trekkers cherish their moments of awe, merry and adventure. Beat the lock down blues by sharing your stories too! 🙂

Trekkers cherish their moments of love, serenity and gratitude. Beat the lock down blues by sharing your stories too! 🙂

The Brahmatal trek was special for 12-year-old Stuti Paul, who was out of her comfort zone. And yet, she came back with some solid life lessons. In this essay, Stuti jots her learnings from the trek.

We are looking for women volunteers for an Experiential Learning Programme (ELP) in the Himalayas with an International School in Mussoorie. Click here for more information, and to apply.

Here are the latest pictures from our winter treks – Kedarkantha, Brahmatal, Sandakphu, Dayara Bugyal, Mukta Top and Deoriatal Chandrashila. These pictures will make you drop everything and run to the mountains.

Somwrita Guha went on her first ever Himalayan Trek to Brahmatal in March 2019. She returned a completely different person, touched by the mountains and the simple life. Read to know her thoughts on how trekking changed her lifestyle for the good.