Category: Trekking tips

6 handy tips to get you sleep like a baby on a Himalayan Trek

February 15, 2017

Poor sleep is common at high altitude. Most trekkers don’t sleep well at a higher altitude. Trekkers commonly report intense dreams, feeling of being suffocated and wake up feeling unrefreshed. We take this opportunity to acknowledge the importance of sleep in a high altitude Trek. After careful examination of the sleep architecture at high altitude, we come out with few handy tips for trekkers. We hope they come in handy. … More 6 handy tips to get you sleep like a baby on a Himalayan Trek

12 most asked questions about Valley of Flowers Trek

August 12, 2016

Originally posted on Curated Experiences & Impressions!:
In continuation of my previous post – 5 Important things to consider before undertaking Valley of Flowers Trek sometime back (read it here) I thought of answering another set of questions for wannabe visitors and trekkers to Valley of Flowers as well as Hemkund Sahib. In comparison, this post…

5 reasons why Kanamo Peak is not an attractive alternative to the popular Stok Kangri

June 24, 2016

There is a reason why Kanamo Peak is not considered as a worthy Himalayan trek-able Summit. While of late some Guided Trek Operators have been trying to position it as the next big summit trek in India. We find this as a questionable deal wrapped in pretty paper. Read more about why Kanamo Peak trek is not as attractive as the most popular trek-able summit in India, Stok Kangri. … More 5 reasons why Kanamo Peak is not an attractive alternative to the popular Stok Kangri

5 Important things to consider before undertaking Valley Of Flowers Trek

June 12, 2016

Originally posted on Curated Experiences & Impressions!:
Valley of Flowers, seems to have become the most sought after trek  in India over the last few years. I first heard about this trek in 2007. Being a nature lover, it captured my mind space and became a must visit place for me. After “last-minute” cancellations both…

10 most asked Questions about Pin Parvati Pass Trek

February 21, 2016

Pin Parvati Pass is the most glamorous Trans-Himalayan Trek in India. It is in the top five most coveted treks rated by experienced Trekkers. At the same time, the trek throws back quite a few challenges.

Based on our experience, we have prepared an FAQ on 10 most asked questions about Pin Parvati Pass Trek. … More 10 most asked Questions about Pin Parvati Pass Trek

5 easy steps for using Hydration Pack in Winter season while Trekking

February 17, 2016

I am particularly fond of using Hydration Pack for outdoor pursuits like trekking and Cycling. During the winter season, the drop in temperature can be unsettling. Using a hydration Pack in sub-zero temperature can be difficult. The freezing temperature can cause your hydration pack to fail. The critical parts of the pack can become blocked … More 5 easy steps for using Hydration Pack in Winter season while Trekking

6 ways to avoid Foot Blisters on a Himalayan Trek

November 26, 2015

Trekking in the Himalayas does not come easy. The perils of foot soreness that comes with it are well known to trekkers. Yet I keep hearing from trekkers complain about foot blisters. The sheer neglect (and ignorance) give way to a very painful and unpleasant experience.

You got to play footsie with an unforgiving trail with tact.

We list 6 easy steps to help you avoid Foot Blisters on a Himalayan Trek. … More 6 ways to avoid Foot Blisters on a Himalayan Trek

6 ways to avoid Altitude Sickness on Treks

November 21, 2015

People who get into doing a trek without planning the acclimatization aspect are susceptible to AMS more often. This is unerring for those who head straight to treks from far distances without considering a few basic things.

We list 6 ways you can ensure getting into a trek without any hassles including avoiding taking prescription drugs like Diamox. … More 6 ways to avoid Altitude Sickness on Treks