Trek the Himalayas
Without the Burden

The best beginner treks in India are Kedarkantha (snow trek, 12,500 ft), Dayara Bugyal (meadow trek, 12,000 ft) and Brahmatal (frozen lake, 12,250 ft). Choose by this rule: if you can walk 5 km on flat ground without stopping, you are ready for an easy trek. If you can jog 3 km comfortably, you are ready for a moderate trek. Every trek on Trekkaro is graded on a five-step scale (Easy, Easy–Moderate, Moderate, Moderate–Difficult, Difficult), with fitness benchmarks clearly listed so there are no surprises.

There is no single "best" season — each season offers a completely different Himalayan experience. Autumn (Sep–Nov) gives the clearest skies and the sharpest mountain views — the most popular season overall. Winter (Dec–Feb) is ideal for snow treks like Kedarkantha — trails covered in 3–4 ft of snow, campsites under pine forests. Spring (Mar–May) brings rhododendron blooms and pleasant temperatures. Summer (May–Jun) opens high-altitude passes like Rupin Pass and Hampta Pass. Monsoon treks (Jul–Sep) are for the adventurous — lush green trails, dramatic waterfalls, and very few crowds.

Start training at least 3–4 weeks before an easy trek, 6–8 weeks before a moderate trek. The single most effective exercise is running — if you can run 3 km in 20 minutes, you are ready for most easy treks; 5 km in 30 minutes for moderate. Add stair climbing (most underrated training for ascents), squats and lunges for leg strength, and 30-minute brisk walks with a loaded backpack. Crucially — train your core, not just legs. Most trekkers feel back pain on Day 2 because of weak core muscles. Hydrate well during training. Avoid smoking and alcohol 2 weeks before the trek.

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) occurs when your body doesn't acclimatise fast enough to lower oxygen levels — typically above 8,000 ft. Symptoms appear 6–24 hours after ascent: headache, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and loss of appetite. The golden rule: never ascend with symptoms. Mild AMS resolves with rest and hydration at the same altitude. If symptoms worsen, immediate descent is the only cure. On all Trekkaro treks, trek leaders carry pulse oximeters, oxygen cylinders, and a medical kit, conduct daily health checks, and are trained to recognise and respond to AMS, HAPE (fluid in lungs), and HACE (fluid in brain) before they become emergencies.

Yes — trekking with an organised group is significantly safer than solo trekking in the Himalayas. Trekkaro maintains a strict 1 trek leader per 8 trekkers ratio, all leaders trained in wilderness first aid. Campsites are secured with kitchen tents, toilet tents, and perimeter checks each night. Solo women make up over 30% of our trekkers — many joining their first-ever trip alone. We conduct a pre-trek video briefing for every batch so you know your group before Day 1. Emergency protocols include stretcher evacuation, 108 ambulance coordination, and helicopter rescue arrangements for high-altitude medical emergencies.

Trek prices depend on the trek's length and altitude — every trek page shows the exact price. But the real cost depends on what's included. Most operators charge separately for gear rental (₹1,500–3,000), porter fees, and forest permits. Trekkaro's packages include accommodation, all meals on trek, forest permits, trek leader and support staff, plus Free Trek Gear on every trek. We also offer EMI starting at ₹386/month, making Himalayan trekking accessible without financial strain. Use our trek pages to compare exact inclusions before booking anywhere.

You need a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar card, PAN card, or passport) — carry the original, plus 3 photocopies to hand to your trek leader at the base camp. Most trails in Uttarakhand and Himachal require a Forest Department entry permit, which Trekkaro arranges on your behalf. Treks near sensitive border areas (Ladakh, parts of Himachal) may need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) — again handled by us. You will also need to fill a medical declaration form confirming fitness for high-altitude activity. Foreign nationals need a valid Indian tourist visa. Trekkaro handles all permit logistics — you focus on the trek.

Food on trek is hot, freshly cooked, and surprisingly good. A typical day starts with morning tea and a cooked breakfast (poha, paranthas or oats), a packed lunch eaten on the trail (sandwiches, lemon rice, or pulao), evening soup and snacks at camp, and a hot dinner (dal, roti/rice, sabzi, and dessert on summit nights). All food on Trekkaro treks is vegetarian — the safest and most practical choice at altitude where digestion slows — with eggs available on request at the campsite. Trekkers with specific dietary needs (gluten-free, diabetic, allergy-based) should inform us at booking and we will accommodate wherever possible.

Plans change, so cancelling is simple. If you cancel, you get a 70% refund 30 or more days before departure, 50% at 15–29 days, and no refund within 14 days. Instead of a refund, up to 7 days before departure you can reschedule to another batch for free (once per booking, subject to seat availability), transfer your booking to another trekker, or take a TrekCash Voucher worth 100% of what you paid, valid for 1 year. Booked online? Cancel or take your voucher yourself from My Bookings — the voucher is issued instantly. Offline bookings are cancelled by e-mail to [email protected]. If Trekkaro cancels because of bad weather, natural events or government restrictions, you get a TrekCash Voucher for the full amount, valid for 12 months. See Terms, Section 09. Spread the cost with our EMI option — pay as little as ₹386/month. Call +91-805 7654321 or check your specific trek page for exact cancellation timelines.