INTRODUCTION:
Winter is the season when snow covers the Himalayas’ massive mountain peaks. This attracts trekkers from all walks of the globe to the Himalayas every year. You will have lots of fun and excitement as you trek through the snow-covered roads, frozen streams, and wintry lawns of winter trekking in India. You can also visit pangarchula trek.
Below is a list of the top treks in the Himalayas for the Winter Season.
1. Dodital Winter Trek
For those who are interested in trekking for the first time, Sangam Chatti To Dodital is a great trek. Although it’s an easy trek, it can be difficult in winter due to the snow. This trek starts from Sangamchatti and passes through thick forests where you can see a lot of Himalayan birds in the sky. You can view the summits of Eastern Uttarakhand and Western Uttarakhand as you hike up to Agoda village. Continue on to Bebra village. This village is famous for its potatoes, beans, Rajma plantations, and Assi Ganga River. Overnight at a campsite by the Assi Ganga River. The next morning, you will climb up a steep hill to reach Manjhi. You will spend the night at Manjhi relaxing and planning your next overnight camp. Dodital lake is known as Lord Ganesh’s abode. Dodital Lake is a beautiful high-altitude lake in North India. It is also known for its Himalayan Trout. Dodi is the local language. You will continue your climb to Darwa Pass, the final destination of this trek.
Altitude: 10847 ft
Time: Between 5 and 8 days
Route: Sangamchatti > Agoda > Bebra > Manjhi > Dodital > Darwa Pass
The ideal time to go is from mid-November until early March.
Difficulty Levels: Moderate to easy
How do you reach out?
By Train: Haridwar | Rishikesh Railway Station
Fly to Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun
You can also make plans for Everest Base Camp to enjoy more attractions.
2.Dayara Bugyal Winter Trek
Dayara Bugyal gets a lot of snow in winter. This makes it a 28-km2 ski slope. Dayara Bugyal Winter Trek makes a great choice for beginners. You will reach Barnala after starting your trek from Raithal or Barsu villages. The popular Barnala Lake can be found on the left side of these fields. It is remarkable that the lake’s surface remains clear despite being surrounded by thick forests. You will reach Dayara after crossing Barnala. The best place to ski in winter is Dayara. Bakariya Top is your final destination after Dayara.
Altitude: 12956 ft
Time: 5-6 minutes
Route: Barsu/Raithal Village > Barnala Bugyal > Dayara Bugyal > Bakariya Top
The ideal time to go is from mid-November until early March.
Difficulty Level: Easy
How do you reach out?
By Train: Haridwar | Rishikesh Junction
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun
3.Bedni Bugyal Winter Trek
The trek begins in Rishikesh and takes you to various altitudes of the Garhwal region. You will reach Wan Village after a long journey from Rishikesh. The difficult trek to Bedni Bugyal begins from Wan Village. To reach Bedni Bugyal, the journey from Wan Village is challenging. You will need to travel through thick forests and rivers. You will never see a tree on this journey. All that will follow you to the end will be grasslands. The winter transforms the green meadows into snow carpets. You can find a sacred lake among the meadows where the disciples offer Tarpans. The highlights of Bedni include the spectacular views of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti and the deep valleys and peaks. Trekkers will begin their trek to Ali Bugyal after spending the night in the Bedni Bugyal. You will notice a drastic change in the landscapes on your way to Ali Bugyal. At 3300m, the Bugyal’s entrance marks the disappearance all trees. You can also see large areas of the Ali Bugyal. You will be astonished by the beauty of nature, including wildflowers and many species of Himalayan birds.
Altitude: 11000 ft
Time: Between 5 and 7 days
Route: Wan Village > Gairoli Patal> Bedni
The ideal time to travel is from mid-November to mid-March.
Difficulty Level Moderate
How do you reach out?
By Train: Haridwar | Rishikesh Junction
Fly to Jolly Grant Airport
4. Snow Leopard Trek
Snow Leopard Trek offers you the chance to see snow leopards. It is located in Hemis National Park. Hemis National Park is a wildlife heaven that preserves nature’s beauty in the best way possible. The route is home to blue sheep, Tibetan wolves, horned and horned sheep, Eurasian Brown Bears, and jagged mountains. There are many species of birds and vultures. You can also get a glimpse into the folklores and legends of Rumbak Valley through the trek.
Altitude: 13451.44 ft
The duration is approximately 13 days
itineraries that go Leh > Phey > Hemis National Park > Zingchen > Leh
The ideal months to travel are January and February
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult
How do you reach out?
By Train: Railway station at Pathankot Junction
By Air: The Leh Airport
5.Chopta Chandrashila Winter Trek
The Chopta Chandrashila trek, one of Uttarakhand’s most popular and easiest, is one of the most popular. You will start from Ukhimath and continue to Deoriatal via Sari Village. Chopta is a paradise for bird watchers. Here you can see many Himalayan birds such as the Himalayan Monal and Hill Prinia, Lammergeier, and Golden Eagle. Tungnath is home to the highest Shiva temple in the world. You will then reach the summit of moonrock, i.e. Chandrashila at 4000 mts. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, and Trishul from this trek.
Altitude: 13415 ft
Time: 5-6 days
Route: Ukhimath > Deoria Tal > Sarai > Chopta > Tungnath > Chandrashila
The ideal time to go is from mid-November until early March.
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Easy
How do you reach out?
By Train: Haridwar | Rishikesh Railway Station
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun