THE HIMALAYA

‘Abode of Snows’ is a stunning and diverse geographical area, home to

the highest mountains on the earth, the deepest gorges, great rivers,

ancient cultures and colourful people. If you enjoy exploring stunning

landscapes there are some of the finest treks in the world, from easy

hikes to more challenging explorations into remote high and wild

landscapes. If you are looking for culture, go overlanding and explore

ancient monasteries and temples, bustling market squares, tranquil

courtyards, imposing fortresses, stunning palaces and picturesque

villages. If you seek thrill, rise to the challenge of climbing some of the

highest peaks in the world, soar with the eagles through Himalayan

skies, track the Royal Bengal Tiger on a jungle safari, feel the roar and

surge on some of the best white water runs anywhere on earth.

We run more than 120 different adventure trips to Himachal,

Uttarakhand, Ladakh –Zanskar, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Bhutan as

of now. We pack in action for everybody, with our travellers' AQ ranging

from 1 to 5 on a scale of 5. Following are some of the experiences we

highly recommend…

WILD ENCOUNTERS:

RIVER EXPEDITIONS:

Great Himalayan National Park:

Pin Valley National Park:

Hemis National Park:

Corbett Horse Safari:

Raft the Alaknanda and Ganga:

Zanskar River Rafting:

Bramhaputra River Journey:

GHNP comprises 754 sq kms; it is

naturally protected by areas under permanent snow or by impassable

ridges. The varied habitats of GHNP support the full range of western

Himalayan biodiversity, from subtropical to alpine.

Stretching

over 675 sq km in the catchment areas

of the Pin and Paraiho rivers in the Spiti

subdivision of Lahaul-Spiti district,

altitudes in this park range from 3500m

to 6000m. The best time to visit is July-

August. The park is known for large

herds of ibex and bharal or the blue sheep and the elusive snow leopard.

The Hemis High-Altitude National Park spread

over 3000 sq km, straddles both banks of the Zanskar River in eastern

Ladakh. The area is a stunning high altitude desert and wildlife is

scattered far and wide. The trekking is easy and can include charming

homestays.

Ride through the spectacular sal and teak forests

of Corbett country, through streams whose crystal-clear waters brim with

mahseer. Drop the jeep safari and explore the jungles in true angrezi

sahib style. Enjoy a wild horseback safari while we recreate the magic of

Raj era especially for you.

Few other adventures can match the

thrill and adrenaline rush of rafting and kayaking. We run weekend

introductory trips on the great rivers, Alaknanda and Ganga as well as

outfit and run full scale, multi day rafting and kayaking expeditions on

these rivers.

Today, few places on earth seem truly remote.

But atleast one remains truly far away: the high and wild Zanskar valley,

enclosed by high ridges and mountains, high altitude barrenness,

bitterly cold, cut off for eight months in a year, cut across by a stunning

river. Rafting down the roaring Zanskar is truly the trip of a lifetime.

Bramhaputra is the only male river in

India, and it shows in its strength and scale. It changes course at whim,

sand banks appear out of nowhere and strong currents flow in its depths.

But it slashes its way through one of the most scenic regions in the

country. Take a luxury cruise along the river and get the opportunity to

visit far-flung communities and Kaziranga and Manas National Parks.

CLIMBS:

Friendship, Shitidhar and

Ladakhi Peaks: Friendship

(5289m), Shitidhar (5250m) and

Ladakhi (5345m) peaks in the

Beas Kund area are ideal non-

technical peaks for those with

limited or no mountaineering

knowledge.

Stok Kangri: A magnet for

amateur climbers from across

the world, Stok Kangri (6183m)

is the highest peak in Ladakh.

The south route to the peak

provides stunning views of the

Karakoram Range, even K2 in

the far distance.

SKI/SNOWBOARD:

We run ski and snowboard

focused trips to Solang Valley in

Himachal Pradesh. For

beginners we offer courses in

Basic and Advanced Skiing. For

experts we kit out all the

equipment and expert guides.

Solang boasts a ski lift and a ski

run in excess of 3.5 km.

GLIDE:

We run paragliding courses

based at our adventure lodge at

Solang Valley. Expert instructors

coach in solo and tandem

gliding. Courses are divided in

basic, intermediate and

advanced modules spread over a

week each.

ACTIVE OVERLANDING:

The Manali – Leh Classic – (4WD / Bike / Motorbike):

Shimla – Manali across Kinnaur and Spiti – (4WD / Bike /

Motorbike):

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Outlook Traveller calls it 'The BIG Trip'. In its own words: ''For 473 long

kms the road clings, slips, slides, punches and wriggles its way

through some of the most spectacular terrain in the world. Along the

way it crosses 4 high passes, fords streams and rivers and clings

precariously to tumbling mountain surfaces''. Short of words, this is

indeed the trip of a lifetime

This route takes you through the lush green Kinnaur, brimming with

apple orchards, dominated by Kinnaur Kailash onto the rugged, barren

and awe inspiring Spiti. The Spiti valley is dotted with monasteries

dating back centuries, timeless villages and exotic wildlife.

TREKS:

Beas Kund and Bhrigu Lake:

Spiti Left Bank:

Nandadevi Biosphere Reserve:

Bedni and Ali Bugyals:

Padum to Darcha:

Chadar Trek:

Across Namdapha National Park:

The trail to Beas Kund through Solang

Valley meanders through some of the most beautiful mountainscapes

in Himachal. At 4,270m. Bhrigu Lake is one of the most easily accessible

high altitude lakes affording panoramic mountain views on a clear day.

The trek can be done over 3-4 days.

An awe inspiring trail along the stunning Spiti River

which gives the valley its name. For those who venture on these trails,

every windswept hamlet still has a smiling, grimy face to soften the

overwhelming starkness of the landscape.

A stunning trek into the shadows of

the peak, which has been described as the most beautiful in the world,

by some of the most accomplished mountaineers. We try to get you

there by some of the least permitted trails, though the east base camp is

accessible through another route.

This has got to be one of the most romantic

places in the Himalaya – acres and acres of meadow scooped out of lush

mountainscape, a steep ridge arching up into the dusk, and above the

enormous western flank of Trishul.

This is a moderate trek and is great for the first

experience in Trans Himalayan trekking. The trek crosses Shingo La

(5050m) and goes through beautiful remote villages and campsites.

Experience the Himalayan jewel of Phuktal monastery and Gombu

Rangjom rock surrounded by pastures full of wild flowers.

For the ones who can brave temperatures that dip down

to -30 degrees, there is one of the most beautiful and challenging trek

in the world. This is one trail that literally slips beneath your feet! You

walk on frozen Zanskar River in the peak of Zanskari winter, through

landscapes which you will never witness elsewhere.

You won't find any trekkers on this

route nor would you find this trek anywhere else. An AQ classic which

takes you across the most remote jungles in Arunachal Pradesh, where

all the four big cats - tiger, leopard, clouded leopard and snow leopard

roam. This is also a ground for magnificent Elephant Safari.

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