India · HIKING AND TREKKING
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 hiking & trekking tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Review of Munnar’s half-day mountain hike through tea plantations, forests, and grasslands, with guides, snacks, views, and practical booking tips.
“Excellent hike with Muri we really enjoyed ourselves and the way our guide took care of us, beautiful views too we would like to come back”
Review of Munnar’s half-day mountain trek through tea, forest, and cardamom plantations, with breakfast, snacks, guides, and great views.
“Had a great trekking experience trekking the Lekshmi hills and tea estate. Kumar did a great job guiding us through the path. It was very windy and raining that day making the narrow paths slippery and challenging. But with Kumar we were able to navigate easily and were rewarded with breathtaking views for the surrounding area. Highly recommend if you are in Munnar and looking for trekking options.”
Review of the $24 Nag Tibba trek from Pantwari, with campsite details, summit views, guide notes, practical tips, and booking advice.
“This was one of the hardest and most rewarding treks we have done. The most spectacular part was our evening up in the Himalayas where we got to take in the surroundings. It was so tranquil and beautiful and a wonderful juxtaposition to the chaos of city traveling. ThRead more”
Review the Munnar Info full-day hike through tea gardens, forests, and mountain viewpoints, with lunch, a guide, and useful planning tips.
“Very good hiking trip. We covered a lot of ground in one day - about 15 kms walk and a climb of nearly 500 metres. Our guide Raj was clearly very experienced and set a brisk pace right at the start which meant we got to the peak quite quicRead more”
Review of Munnar’s Anakulam elephant and waterfalls tour, with tea estates, river crossings, jeep transport, meals, costs, and practical tips.
“We went to 1 waterfall rather than the 2 in the itinerary. We weren’t taken to multiple places on the itinerary - we drove past them but I don’t count that as visiting them. Our driver was friendly but barely spoke English and wasn’t a guide - zero insight into anything. 90% of this tour is being driven around. Very underwhelming all round sadly.”
Review of the six-day Singalila Trek from Darjeeling, with Sandakphu views, village homestays, costs, fitness advice, and practical tips.
“A real trip highlight, the Singalila Trek from Darjeeling was exceptional, made even better by Adventures Unlimited’s careful organisation, brilliant guide (Tenzi), and thoughtful consideration. We were lucky with clear skies, and saw some oRead more”
Hike from McLeod Ganj to Triund through pine forest for Himalayan views, a local guide, bottled water, and a summit lunch.
“The view from the top is beautiful—highly recommend! We only had a few days in Dharamshala so this day tour was perfect for us. Mr. Onkar was a great tour guide, knowledgable and adjusted the pace to fit our needs. It took us shy of 5 Read more”
Review of the private Darjeeling Tonglu day trek, with Himalayan views, local food, transport, guide support, permits, price, and practical tips.
“The trek was very good. The lodge was comfortable. Rupesh, our asigned guide was excelente. Thanks for the Time shared.”
Hike to Mussoorie’s 8,500-foot Top Tibba with a guide, forest trails, mountain views, first aid, and free cancellation up to 24 hours.
“Enjoyed the hike with Rohit. He is knowledgeable about the area, fauna, fowl, and trekking practices and safety. He was well prepared for our trip and took our capabilities and experience as avid hikers into account for our trek. He helped arrange a ride and we even paid a little extra for the driver to help us explore town after the hike. Great experience”
Review of the four-day Chopta Trek from Rishikesh, with Deoria Tal, Tungnath, Chandrashilla sunrise, meals, homestays, and transport.
“A great few days exploring the Himalayas. Absolutely stunning scenery and lovely trekking. I would highly recommend Mapping the Himalayas as a tour company. My guide Ankush was great - very fun and knowledgeable. The homestays were great and full of warm and friendly people.”
Review of Manu Adventures India’s two-day Triund Trek from Dharamshala, with Himalayan views, camping, meals, guides, costs, and practical tips.
“The arrangements were easy and the cost very reasonable. More importantly, the trek was fantastic! Our guide, Ranu, accurately described the route and was both patient and motivating. The trek itself was more on the demanding side of Read more”
Review the Benog Tibba hike near Mussoorie, with forest trails, Himalayan views, wildlife, guide details, costs, and practical tips.
“The hike up to Benog Tibba, till Jwala Devi Temple, was a wonderful experience for us. We had a fantastic guide with us, Yash, who kept us engaged and informed all through the hike. It is a long trek, about 9km return trip and can be challengiRead more”
Review the 2-day Naag Tibba Trek from Pantwari, with guides, meals, camping gear, mountain views, pricing, and practical advice.
“This trekking trip was an unforgettable experience In Nag Tibba, filled with breathtaking views, peaceful trails, and a true connection with nature. From challenging climbs to relaxing moments at the campsite, every part of the journey felt rewaRead more”
Review of the 2-day Triund Trek from McLeod Ganj, with guide, camping gear, meals, mountain views, price, logistics, and practical tips.
“The Triund Trek is one of the most popular and beginner-friendly treks in Himachal Pradesh, offering breathtaking views of the Dhauladhar mountain range and the Kangra Valley. Located near McLeod Ganj in Dharamshala, this trek is perfect for first-time trekkers Read more”
Hike from McLeod Ganj to Triund through Himalayan forest for mountain views, local stories, and a demanding but rewarding day outdoors.
“The best experience ever! The tour guide was excellent - he not only was friendly but I felt safe with him whilst hiking having to navigate tricky parts - he also shared stories and anecdotes along the way. Everything ran to time. I will treasure this experience forever as it was incredible. The views at the top were surreal.”
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