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Trekking, Skiing & Mountaineering
¤ The Himalayan Trekking
Extreme trekking and mountaineering enthusiast never had it so much before. The Himalayas that spreads all over North India offer excellent opportunities to serious trekkers and mountaineers. In some areas extreme trekking and mountaineering permits may be required – these can be easily organized by tour operators.
Himalayan TrekkingRight now the dramatic Himalayan deserts of Ladakh and the lush Garhwal hills are especially popular with trekkies. However, extreme trekking on your own in the treacherous Himalayas is strictly not recommended. It is better to organize your trek through local or Delhi-based companies who know their terrain and business better. Seasons for extreme trekking vary in different areas and the local authorities will be able to advice you on this.
Several local tour operators offer extreme trekking equipment and reliable guides.
¤ Mountaineering Adventure
Mountaineering seasons also vary in various places, so please check with local tourism authorities. The Mountaineering Institute and Allied Sports Complex, about a km out of Manali in Himachal Pradesh, will offer assistance to anyone interested in extreme mountaineering in that part of the Himalayas.
¤ Diverse Skiing Regions of India
At one time you could have skied right in the Kashmir valley, in Gulmarg – though not now due to the troubled political situation.
The premier extreme skiing resort now is in Auli near Josimath (western UP). You can contact local tour operators who offer excellent packages. The season is from January to March-end.
Other extreme skiing resorts are at Solang, near Manali, and in Kufri and Narkanda near Shimla. These are however not very developed. In Solang Valley, near Manali you can also do ballooning; the season for this is usually in summer.
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Trekking Tours in India
Trek the remotest parts of India, Trekking in India is a rare and privilege opportunity, you can experience the true life of the real mountain people in India. The territories of Garhwal and Kumaon referred to as Uttarakhand or Kedarkhand in the ancient Puranas (scriptures), extends from the Tons valley to Kali Ganga. This 300 Kilometers extent area from east to west is full of valleys, waterfalls, snow-clad peaks, world renowned rivers, extended grass lands, glaciers, dense rain forests, high altitude forests, pilgrimage spots and a large variety of flora and fauna. This region is primarily divided in 2 divisions – Garhwal and Kumaon. It is surrounded by Himachal in west, Nepal in east, Uttar Pradesh in south and the great Himalayas on the north.
One of the most beautiful regions of South Asia infatuates all because of its mountains, valleys, dense and untouched forests, birds and animals, flowers and herbs. Uttarakhand has two national parks and two wild life sanctuaries which shows how much greenery is spread over Uttarakhand. Indian Himalayas second highest peak is situated in this region too. Uttarakhand is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful regions of the Himalayas.
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