Hillwaytravels

Many trekkers call and ask us this question. You may notice that our trek fee is marginally higher for some treks, and you may wonder why you have to pay more for the same trek. The answer is straightforward. There’s a very big difference in the quality of the experience you will have with Indiahikes compared with anyone else. You’ll notice a stark difference in three areas:

1. Safety: Indiahikes is known to be India’s safest trekking organisation. There’s a reason for this. In the mountains, there are no better safety experts than Indiahikes trek leaders and the Indiahikes team. Whether it is our people, our processes, our equipment, or our protocols, they are watertight. So much so that other organisations come to Indiahikes when there’s an emergency in the mountains. This is the level of safety we give our trekkers, and the marginal difference in the trek fee is something you pay for a very big benefit.

2. A mindfully designed trek: When you go on a trek with us, you don’t blindly trek from Camp A to Camp B. There are a lot of mindful activities and experiences conducted throughout the trek. Our trek leaders are professional outdoor facilitators who can help you feel connected to yourself and nature. They are of a much higher caliber, and you’ll notice this when you meet them.

3. A premium experience: We want trekkers to have a comfortable, premium experience in the mountains. You will notice this in the quality of our facilities. Right from the time you reach the base camp, you stay at our beautiful community campuses and not at cramped lodges. The equipment you use is expedition-grade and made to order by Hillwaytravels for Hillwaytravels. The food you eat is freshly cooked and part of a nutritious menu that our team has designed with your health and taste in mind.

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It’s wonderful that you’re planning to start trekking in the Himalayas. You’d be happy to know that around 70% of our trekkers are beginners and always get hooked to trekking after their first trek!

Having said that, you must choose your trek wisely — something that is not too difficult, yet will allow you to experience the grand settings of the Himalayas.

These are the treks we find best suited for beginners:

• Benog Tibba Weekend Trek
• Nag Tibba Weekend Trek
• Dayara Bugyal
• Deoriatal-Chandrashila
• Brahmatal
• Kedarkantha

The answer for this is not a yes or no. If you have any kind of health issues, please speak to us on a call before registering for a high altitude trek. Whether you can trek depends on the severity of your issue. We’ll be able to speak to you and give you some guidance.

On the other hand, please take these two steps first:

1. Watch the “Ask Dr Sree” series, where Dr Sreelakshmi Thirumoorthy, a high altitude trekker and a practicing doctor, covers several health-related topics in her show. Trekkers find her videos to be very helpful.

2. Speak to your doctor about taking on a Himalayan trek and ask them if it is advisable. If they give you a green signal, nothing like it.

Once you’re on the trek with us, we will have a safety check-in on the first day of your trek. During this check-in, disclose any health issues that you have to your trek leader, so that they can take extra care of you. Please also carry your medications along on the trek.

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If you’re unfit or obese, then you must choose the right treks to do. We recommend choosing from our “easy” treks. The Manali Kaisdhar trek is the best one, because the trails are completely flat and will not test your endurance. It is a good stepping stone into the world of trekking.

On the other hand, if you’re able to work on your fitness and meet the fitness criteria for any of our treks you’re welcome to join our other treks too.

Every trek of ours, starting from our easy-moderate treks, has a certain fitness requirement. Our Experience Coordinators do fitness checks before allowing trekkers on treks. If you’re able to get on a fitness routine and share proof of your fitness, you’re welcome to join us.

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The best season to get the snow on winter treks will be January, February, and March, As winter is the right time to find most of the trek covered with snow. The snow-covered landscapes during winter can offer some of the most breathtaking views. The snow-capped mountains, frozen Lakes, and snow-covered forests seem like a Winterland.
While the temperatures may be chilly, one can comfortably enjoy the trek with proper guidance, gear, and clothing.
At last, if you are a beginner and want to experience snow, only winter is the best time for the trek.

Yes, people over the age of 50 can do the trek! Age is not a barrier to enjoying outdoor activities such as trekking. It’s essential to prepare yourself before going on a trek, like doing daily exercises, running, and stretching to improve your flexibility. If you have any health concerns, consult your doctor before going on a trek. One more thing is essential to choose a trek suitable for your fitness level and experience. With proper preparation and the right mindset, people over the age of 50 can enjoy the benefits of trekking, including beautiful scenery views, and fresh air.