Top hiking destinations in India

From alpine meadows to ancient trails, India offers some of the most diverse hiking experiences in the world, perfect for both seasoned trekkers and passionate beginners.

Chadar Trek, Ladakh: One of India’s most extreme hikes, the Chadar Trek takes you across the frozen Zanskar River, surrounded by dramatic gorges and stark Himalayan landscapes.

Dzükou Valley Trek, Nagaland: A hidden gem in the Northeast, Dzükou Valley features sweeping meadows, seasonal wildflowers, and a sense of untouched wilderness rarely found elsewhere in India.

Hampta Pass, Himachal Pradesh: This crossover trek connects the lush Kullu Valley with the arid Spiti region, offering dramatic scenery changes, green meadows, river crossings, and barren mountains.

Kudremukh Peak, Karnataka: Located in the Western Ghats, this trek is known for rolling green hills, misty grasslands, and rich biodiversity, making it one of South India’s most scenic hikes.

Sandakphu Trek, West Bengal: The highest point in West Bengal, Sandakphu offers unmatched views of four of the world’s tallest peaks, Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu, on a single trail.

Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this high-altitude valley bursts into colour during the monsoon with rare alpine flowers, snow clad peaks, and glacial streams lining the trail.