Sar Pass trek travel tours 2025: Magical Autumn Landscapes – The autumn season in India transforms the landscape into a riot of colors—especially in regions like Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Sikkim. The meadows turn golden, the forests explode in hues of red, orange, and yellow, and the crisp air makes for perfect trekking conditions. Diverse Flora and Fauna – India’s trekking routes are surrounded by lush greenery and unique flora. Trekking through Valley of Flowers National Park, you’ll be amazed by its carpet of vibrant wildflowers, while the Great Himalayan National Park offers dense forests of rhododendrons, oaks, and deodars. See more info on tarsar marsar trek.

Sandakphu – Phalut Trek: The Sandakphu – Phalut trek, with views of four of the tallest mountains in the world – Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Makalu and Mt Kanchenjunga, this is one trek to keep a tab on if you’re going in spring. Not only do you get crisp views, but you also trek through wonderful forests of the Singalila National Park. The colours in these rhododendron, bamboo and pine forests are stunning! Being up in the mountains in such clear, clean air is a blessing. Everything seems more enhanced – the colours, the smells, the scale… They say an uncluttered home can bring clarity to the mind; an uncluttered trek in the Himalayas can do just that a 1000 times over.

Using dry toilets: In the mountains, there are only dry toilets. These are deep pits dug into the earth, where you finish your business and use toilet paper to clean up. There’s no water, no seat, no pot (Indian or Western). The bad: Getting used to cleaning up with toilet rolls is something many of us have trouble with. Not being able to use water is another. You also have to cover up your business with mud (or at Trekup India, we use a fast composting mixture). And doing all this in a space alien to you, a toilet tent, which is slightly away from the campsite takes time to get used to. How to deal with it: Practice using toilet paper at home for a week before your trek, you’ll get used to it. Another tip is to wet the toilet paper a bit, to make it like wet tissue. Note: We do not allow packaged wet tissues in the mountains. They are non-biodegradable and harmful to the environment. The good: The good part of a dry toilet is that there’s no sight or smell when you go in. Everything is covered up with earth, there’s no mess from the usage of water. It’s a clean and hygienic experience. Many trekkers prefer it to normal public toilets by the end of the week.

Use microspikes and gaiters. If you’re trekking with Indiahikes, we will be providing you with microspikes and gaiters to attach to your shoes. You will get these just before you step into snow. Microspikes give you Spiderman-like grip on snow. Gaiters cover up the opening of your shoes, not allowing snow to enter your shoes. This keeps your feet dry and comfortable. Work extra hard on your fitness. It’s no secret that trekking in snow is going to be more tiring than trekking without snow. Which is why you cannot underestimate your fitness preparation. We’ll address this further down. See even more details at Brahmatal Trek.

To trek wearing thermals or not to? “I once trekked wearing thermals, and it was a nightmare,” recalls Trekup India, recollecting his younger days. “I got severely dehydrated and struggled throughout the day.” Thermals are heavy materials that get soaked with sweat. Avoid thermals while trekking at all costs. Keep them dry and save them for the night. Wear your rain pants while sliding in snow: One of the most fun parts of snow treks is sliding on snow during your descent. However, your pants are the first to get wet. Given that you always have your rainwear with you, it’s a good idea to pull out your rain pants quickly and put them on for your slide. We wouldn’t recommend wearing ponchos on your slide because you could completely lose control of it, but rain pants are a good idea.

Incredible Natural Beauty – From alpine meadows and glaciers to lush forests and stunning lakes, the natural beauty of India’s trekking routes is unparalleled. The diverse flora and fauna, along with the ever-changing landscapes, make each trek a visual feast. Ecotourism and Sustainability – Trekking in India supports sustainable tourism practices in many areas, especially in less-visited regions. Local communities are increasingly involved in eco-friendly trekking initiatives, helping to preserve the environment and promote responsible travel.

Surya Top: Best Months: March, April, May, June, September, October. Trekking through the dayara meadows where the meadows strech out as far as the eyes can see. Summers are warm on Surya Top trek. Picture bright green meadows getting toasted under hot sunlight. There is also a distinct summer fragrance in the air especially as you trek under the shadows of oaks and maples. The atmosphere also gets hazier as there is a lot of dust and pollen in the air at this time. So, you might not get as sharp views as you get in autumn. But you will see the snow-capped mountains in their grandeur on a clear day. There’s another plus side to the summers on Surya Top trek. Without the challenges of cold temperatures or snow, this trek is at its easiest in the summers.