As a reflex level, trekking is a physical: a simple desire to pick a path and measure up to the terrain and the elements. The adventure component add a the spice of uncertainity, raising stakes for you to test yourself in the unfamiliar territory.

On a deeper level, trekking is a bridge between ancient lifestyles. As a evolution from a simple walk into a more self sufficient venture, trekking requires simplification, a reduction to portable basic, and implicit trust in your ability to define what you need to live.

Garhwal TrekkingThe Garhwal Himalayas are a trekkers delight. The beauty of Garhwal hills is picture-perfect, a fusion of high mountain valleys and lakes, of many streams and among India's greatest rivers. Comprising the districts of Uttarkashi, Tehri-Garhwal, Pauri-Garhwal, Dehra Dun and Chamoli, the Garhwal hills are a vertible paradise for trekkers.
Harkidun, Tons Valley and Ruinsara Tal:
Two days from Delhi to the roadhead at Sankri and two trek days to the Harkidun where the Pandav brothers are supposed to have ascended the majestic Swargarohini peak (20,000 ft) on their last leg to Indralok. Known for its profusion of flowers, its meadows are linked with two routes to Ruinsara Tal on the edge of the Tons glacier coming off Bandarpunch peak.

Dodi Tal - Darwa Top - Yamunotri (2B):
From Uttarkashi, reach the roadhead at the Kalyani trout hatchery for a 6 km hike to Agora village. A five-hour trek day leads to Dodi Tal, source of the Asi Ganga Cross Darwa Top (4,115 m) next day and descend to Hanuman Chatti for the two day trek to Yamunotri (14 km) and further to Saptrishi Kund (10 km) true source of the Jamuna. Return via Barkot and Mussoorie.

Khatling Glacier Region:
From the roadhead at Ghuttu, reached in two days from Delhi, 2-3 trek days bring one to the inner recesses of the Bhilangna river which joins the Bhagirathi near Tehri. The river rises at the snout of the Khatling glacier and the trails join up with Sahasratal, Masurtal and Vasukital. For those in good physical trim, the 16-km trek to Kedarnath is recommended.

The life of a mountain is as intense and varied as a human being and to experience it one must move around it. In Kumaon mountaineering and trekking can be done in the regions from where the rivers Pindar, Gori, Dhauli, E. And Kuti emerge. The peaks and passes near the glaciers of these rivers have been tempting the mountaineers and the trekkers one of the most enthralling experience is a trek to the Glaciers of Kumaon.
Pindari Glacier Trek (3820 m):
It is one of the most easily accessible of all the Himalayan glaciers. Pindari's rugged beauty is a breath taking sight. Ahead of Pindari the peaks of Chhanguj (6,322m) , Nanda Khat (6,611m), Pawali Dwar (6,663m), Nanda Bhanar (6,236m), Dangkhal (6,050m) and Balijori (5,922m) beckon the mountaineers.

Kafni Glacier Trek (3,800m):
Many breath taking views of the mighty himalayan ranges are visible from the trekking route.

Namik glacier (3600m)
10 days trek from the famous birthi fall on the thal munsyari road, the upper most catchment of the river ramganga east. It is among the more difficult trekking areas of the higher himalaya and the least trekked region of kumaon.

Milam glacier (3438m and above)
8 days trek from munsyari. It is the biggest glaciers in the region. Milam village whichis enroute to the glacier is one of the highest villages in the himalayan ranges.