In India, I’m noticing a fascinating trekking trend. At first, I thought it was a one-time remark. However, I’m starting to see it after 12 months.
What perplexes me is that trekkers tend to be unaware of the benefits of trekking during the autumn season.
Despite the fact that most of our autumn teams are full, I find that experienced trekkers prefer to hike in the fall. Most trekkers who are new to trekking (about 75% of our trekkers) appear to choose to travel during the summer or winter months.
That is why we have put this submission together as a group.
Autumn is without a doubt one of, if not THE best, hiking seasons. And I don’t want you to miss out on this season’s charm.
Summer has always been the most popular season for trekking in the Himalayas. However, few people are aware of the benefits of autumn trekking and why it may be the best season for a Himalayan journey.
I’ve listed four reasons why autumn is my favourite hiking season.
1. Clear skies
The monsoons clear the sky of any lingering dirt or haze. Autumn is the best time for mountain vistas since the air in the mountains becomes crisp and squeaky clear. The best views of the mountains can be seen here. Each fold and crack may be read in its entirety.
Long-distance views are also at their most beautiful. When you go trekking in the spring or summer, you will encounter mountains that you had no idea existed.
Tapovan, with Mt Shivling towering above, Dayara and Gidara Bugyals with their 270-degree mountain panoramas and the Phulara ridge stroll, and Sandakphu, with long-distance views, are a few of my autumn favourites.
2. Climate
I’ve also noticed that between the months of October and November, we have little to no weather disruptions on our hikes. Summertime brings daily afternoon showers, although winter and spring are prone to intermittent snowfall. Climate disturbances in the autumn are almost unheard of. An aftereffect of the pure skies once more. Autumn is the best time to hike if you want to be guaranteed of a pleasant climate.
3. Autumn
Autumn is the season of leaves, grass, and skies, whereas spring is the season of flowers. The forests are vibrant, with yellow and pink foliage aplenty. The green vegetation at higher altitudes turns pink before turning gold. The skies are also at their most colourful, particularly towards sunset. Trek in the autumn if you want to view the colours of the mountains. Har Ki Dun valley, Goechala, Buran, and Rupin valleys are my colour favourites.
4. Crowds
Autumn in our country is a non-traditional hiking season, thus most trails are quite empty. Even on popular trails, you may find that you have the entire campsite to yourself.
Some of these treks, which reach elevations of above 13,000 feet, have limited home windows and close by mid-October. Others have longer seasons that last until the end of November. To look at the dates, click on the trek.
In July is the best time to start registering for these excursions. By late July, most of our September and October teams are sold out, so plan ahead!
1. Dayara Bugyal Trek
Despite its proximity to the Gangotri area, only a few trekkers have attempted the Dayara Bugyal trip.
Dayara Bugyal is an off-the-beaten-path journey that will steal your breath away! It’s tremendously rewarding for such a small amount of effort.
Dayara Bugyal is a fantastic summer season hike because of its vast meadows, beautiful campsites, and breathtaking mountain vistas. It provides for an excellent family trip, especially if there are youngsters aged 7 and up, as it is similar to the Phulara Ridge climb above.
Also See: Sar Pass Trek and Hampta Pass Trek
2. Deoriatal Chandrashila
The Deoriatal Chandrashila hike in Uttarakhand’s Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-do for wildlife enthusiasts. For many who are just getting started trekking in the Himalayas, it is an incredible summit climb (12,083 feet).
Summit climbs, you see, are satisfying, even if you have to walk up a mountain for hours into the small hours of the morning. You reach its pinnacle, just as the sun’s rays illuminate the sky. The skies, the hills, and the specks of civilisation are all underneath you. Mountain ranges can often be seen in the distance on a Himalayan hike.
Deoriatal Chandrashila is located in this area. It isn’t only a glimpse of the Himalayan ranges. From the summit, you can see all of Western and Japanese Uttarakhand’s major peaks. By “everything,” we mean “everything.”
3. Kuari Go Trek
Mt Nanda Devi, India’s tallest peak (with its base entirely in India), is only accessible by a few hikes. However, there’s a walk that not only brings you close to Mt Nanda Devi, but also allows you to hike alongside it for days! If that isn’t enough, Mt Dronagiri and Mt Hathi Parbat will keep you grounded throughout the trek.
That’s only one of the numerous reasons to go on the Kuari Go trip. This walk also contains some of the most beautiful trees in contrast to all other Himalayan treks, and you camp in the middle of one of them. As you ascend higher, you’ll reach Gorson Bugyal, a vast expanse of meadows that opens out as much as the mountain views. The best views from these meadows are seen during the autumn season.
It’s one of our easier treks, provided that it’s suitable for newbies, and it comes with a lot of incentives!
