{"id":48747,"date":"2021-03-19T18:39:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-19T18:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/?p=48747"},"modified":"2021-03-25T05:04:47","modified_gmt":"2021-03-25T05:04:47","slug":"10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Challenging and Toughest Treks in India!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adventure Enthusiasts, seekers of arduous expeditions, experienced hikers, climbers, and anyone who wants to taste the thrill of challenging treks, know the risks of making it happen. The deathly trails, falling rocks, encounters of wildlife, uncertain times, and nerve-racking places that have even killed some, these journeys are not for the inexperienced. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Striking a balance between body strength, mental wellness, and playing by mother nature rules, one can conquer these.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Special equipment, months of practice, and bravery are the key factors in making these toughest treks in India an absolute success. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breaking the myth that the toughest treks in India only exist in the Himalayas, <\/span><b>Plan the Unplanned<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> presents to you the exclusive list of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the<strong> most challenging and toughest treks<\/strong> in India &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6aadd07eeef6b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6aadd07eeef6b\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#AMK_Trek_Maharastra\" >AMK Trek, Maharastra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Kalindi_Khal_Trek_Uttrakhand\" >Kalindi Khal Trek, Uttrakhand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Pin_Parvati_Himachal_Pradesh\" >Pin Parvati, Himachal Pradesh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Agasthyakoodam_Kerala\" >Agasthyakoodam, Kerala<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Audens_Col_Uttrakhand\" >Auden&#8217;s Col, Uttrakhand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Meesapulimala_Trek_Kerala\" >Meesapulimala Trek, Kerala<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Pangarchulla_Peak_Uttrakhand\" >Pangarchulla Peak, Uttrakhand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Kumara_Parvatha_Karnataka\" >Kumara Parvatha, Karnataka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Rupin_Pass_Trek\" >Rupin Pass Trek<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/10-challenging-and-toughest-treks-in-india\/#Bandaje_Falls_Trek_Karnataka\" >Bandaje Falls Trek, Karnataka<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AMK_Trek_Maharastra\"><\/span><b>AMK Trek, Maharastra<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Alang Madan Kulang<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> trek, popularly known as AMK Trek, is set in the Kalsubai range of the Shyadris in the Nashik district. The trek is popular among adventure enthusiasts because it challenges endurance at every step and is considered the <\/span><b>most strenuous trek in Maharashtra, India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trek connects the Alang Fort, Madan Fort, and Kulang Fort. Interestingly<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, these forts have witnessed centuries of combat and have passed from hand to hand &#8211; From the Marathas to the Mughals, back to Maratha, and then to Britishers in 1818. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The stairs were destroyed in cannon fire, and hence the tricky way to the top.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-48749 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AMK-Trek-671x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"AMK Trek\" width=\"671\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AMK-Trek-671x1024.jpeg 671w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AMK-Trek-197x300.jpeg 197w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AMK-Trek-768x1172.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AMK-Trek.jpeg 983w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 671px) 100vw, 671px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What comes after traversing through thick forests, walking through confusing trails, climbing straight rocks, covering challenging stretches of water is the breathtaking view, two stunning caves, a temple, 11 cooling water cisterns, ancient writings on the walls, astronomical withholdings, and a flat plateau to rest and soak in the history.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Additionally, the top overlooks many prominent peaks and reservoirs, including the Kalsubai, Vikatgad, Vishramgad to the North East, Ratangad, Harishchandragad, Sandhan Valley, Ajobagad, Dangya Pinnacle to the South, and Bhandardara to the South East \u2014\u00a0 just to name a few!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to execute this trek is by seeking expert or local guidance, for it requires mountaineering knowledge and technical equipment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ambewadi<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Height:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1,400 m above sea level<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Distance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 7 KM, 5 KM, 6 KM, respectively<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> September to March<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kalindi_Khal_Trek_Uttrakhand\"><\/span><b>Kalindi Khal Trek, Uttrakhand<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nestled in the majestic Himalayas\u2019 lap, Kalindi Khal is a <\/span><b>high altitude pass<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> located in the Garhwal Himalayas. Owing to Gangotri and Badrinath Dham\u2019s connectivity, this trek is <\/span><b>famous among tourists seeking a pious journey<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_48760\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48760\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-48760\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/kalindi-khal-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"kalindi-khal\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/kalindi-khal-scaled.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/kalindi-khal-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/kalindi-khal-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/kalindi-khal-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/kalindi-khal-391x260.jpeg 391w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/kalindi-khal-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/kalindi-khal-1500x1000.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-48760\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">kalindi-khal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trek\u2019s initial leg sketches the Gaumukh trail and crosses Chirbasa, Bhojbasa, Gaumukh, Nandanvan, Vasuki Tal, Mana and Badrinath. Covering the vast meadows, adventurous trails, breathtaking scenery, and craggy glaciers, Kalindi Khal treats its visitors with all love and sometimes fury too. The glaciers keep on shifting and breaking time and again, which adds to this trek\u2019s difficulty. In such a scenario, going prepared for obscured crevasses and unclear directions is a must. Trekking equipment like rope, ice axes, crampons will come in handy for uncertain times.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Height:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 5,950 m above sea level<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Duration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 12 to 15 Days(including acclimatization)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> May to June, September to October <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pin_Parvati_Himachal_Pradesh\"><\/span><b>Pin Parvati, Himachal Pradesh<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pin Parvati pass is named because it<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">links Kullu\u2019s <\/span><b>Parvati<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Valley to Spiti\u2019s <\/span><b>Pin<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Valley. Whereas the combination of beautiful landscapes of Parvati Valley and the romantic vibe of Spiti Valley can hold anyone mesmerized &#8211; it\u2019s among the <\/span><b>high-risk toughest treks in India. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three sections in specific are very tricky and precarious &#8211;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furious Parvati river crossings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hidden crevasses on glacier crossings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rockfall and landslide-prone areas<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure id=\"attachment_48759\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48759\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-48759 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1545652985-5edd365b12eb-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Pin-Parvati-Trek\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-48759\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pin-Parvati-Trek<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite this, the Pin Parvati trek is considered the most sought-after trans-Himalayan pass for the thrilling experiences it offers: Contrasting picturesque meadows, deep valleys, Parvati River, Buddhist Villages, flora and fauna, and evergreen forests are the highlights of this trek.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barsheni village<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Height:<\/b> 5,319 m above sea level<\/li>\n<li><b>Duration:<\/b> 11 Days<\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time:<\/b> July to September<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Agasthyakoodam_Kerala\"><\/span><b> Agasthyakoodam, Kerala<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Named after the ancient sage <\/b><b><i>Agasthya<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the seven maharishis in the Hindu Puranas, Agasthyakoodam is located on Ashambu Hills in the southern part of the Western Ghats. Its remoteness from any kind of human settlements, lack of accessibility, wildlife encounters, and rising climb makes it one of the most challenging non-Himalayan Trek in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most exciting things about Agasthyakoodam is the rapid changes in the landscape. The trail passes from moist deciduous forests, semi-evergreen forests, grasslands, and evergreen forests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various mythical tales around this place. Being a pilgrimage destination, it attracts devotees with diverse interests; For instance &#8211; observing flora and fauna, health benefits, testing endurance, capturing photographs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Starting Point: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bonacaud<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Height: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,868<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">m above sea level<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Duration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2-3 Days<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Best Time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> January to March<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Audens_Col_Uttrakhand\"><\/span><b> Auden&#8217;s Col, Uttrakhand<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Auden\u2019s Col was <\/span><b>named after John Bicknell Auden of India\u2019s Geological Survey<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who first discovered it in 1935. This holy grail is primarily a high-altitude mountain pass that connects Rudugaira valley and Bhilangna valley and is considered the most challenging non-technical challenging treks in the Indian Himalayas for several reasons. Firstly, t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here are precarious ridges and boulder sections along the long, arduous trail; secondly, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Khatling Glacier has a notorious image of sinking crevasses; thirdly, t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here are certain areas that are prone to avalanche and landslides.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_48758\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48758\" style=\"width: 683px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-48758 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1559061479-086990308791-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"Auden's Col\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1559061479-086990308791-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1559061479-086990308791-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1559061479-086990308791-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1559061479-086990308791.jpeg 934w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-48758\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Auden&#8217;s Col<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trek is equally fulfilling as it is decorated with multiple sites for Hindu pilgrimage; the whole course comes with majestic views of the Gangotri group of peaks, the Join group, Bhagirathi group, Rudragaira, and Kedar Dome; the track beautifully accommodates numerous hamlets, gushing streams, thick alpine jungles, and landscapes blooming with flowers for a fulfilling experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Height: <\/b>5490 m above sea level<\/li>\n<li><b>Duration:<\/b> 12-14 Days<\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time:<\/b> May to June, September-mid October<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meesapulimala_Trek_Kerala\"><\/span><b> Meesapulimala Trek, Kerala<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meesapulimala is the second highest peak in western ghats in the Idukki district of Kerala. This is <\/span><b>a trek through eight hills<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, passing through the shared border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. It is an 8 KM trek from Rhodo Valley, but hiking the mountains from the Silent Valley challenges persona and manifests many forms. It takes one from the lush green valleys, high altitude grasslands, beds of lovely Rhododendrons, the shadow of tea estates to the peak which resemble very much to a tiger\u2019s face &#8211; and hence the name.\u00a0 \u201c<\/span><b>Meesa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d means mustache, \u201c<\/span><b>puli<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d means tiger, and \u201c<\/span><b>mala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d means hill.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" class=\"wp-image-48757 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1590744754776-3c532b680b0a-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"&quot;&lt;yoastmark\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1590744754776-3c532b680b0a-scaled.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1590744754776-3c532b680b0a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1590744754776-3c532b680b0a-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1590744754776-3c532b680b0a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/photo-1590744754776-3c532b680b0a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best part of the trek is encountered with rising and setting sun. Moreover, the candy clouds hanging above lush greenery, the cool breeze wafting in the atmosphere, and the sun rising from the horizon hold anyone by charm. The path is confusing, and in the marshy areas, leeches are waiting, especially to suck blood. So beware!\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mattupetty<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Height: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2,640 m above sea level<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Duration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1-2 Days<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time: <\/b>October to February<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pangarchulla_Peak_Uttrakhand\"><\/span><b> Pangarchulla Peak, Uttrakhand<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as <\/span><b>Chimney Peak<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, offers the most spectacular views with unparalleled experience of a summit trek. This high altitude trek lies in the Garhwal region of the Himalayas, and it glances at various mountain peaks like Mana, Mandir, Hathi-Godhi Parbat, Chaukhamba, Mt. Dronagiri, Nanda Devi, etc. Moreover, the view is further glamorized by Kuari Pass, which is visible from the summit.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10072\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10072\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10072 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2888.jpg\" alt=\"Pangarchulla &amp; Kuari Pass\" width=\"1024\" height=\"748\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2888.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2888-600x438.jpg 600w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2888-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2888-768x561.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10072\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pangarchulla &amp; Kuari Pass<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trek is best enjoyed during the winter season when there is a lot of snow. Plan the Unplanned classifies this trek difficult for the following reasons &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uneven trails.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are very few exit options.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking long distances and also covering the height truly tests stamina.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out Pangarchulla Peak Trek <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/himalayan-trek\/pangarchulla-peak-trek\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">organized by Plan the Unplanned<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: Joshimath<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Height: 4,575 m <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">above sea level<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Duration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 6 Days<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time: <\/b>May-June, September-November<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kumara_Parvatha_Karnataka\"><\/span><b> Kumara Parvatha, Karnataka<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Situated in the Kodagu district of Karnataka, Kumara Parvatha exposes the Pushpagiri range of Western ghats. The trekking trail runs through the <\/span><b>Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the path is laden with beautiful emerald forests, meadows, gurgling water streams, giant volcanic rocks, and breathtaking views. On the foothill of the mountain, there lies a temple of historical significance called Kukke Subrahmanya.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3374\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3374\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3374 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Kumara-Parvata-7.jpg\" alt=\"Kumara Parvatha Trek\" width=\"1024\" height=\"495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Kumara-Parvata-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Kumara-Parvata-7-600x290.jpg 600w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Kumara-Parvata-7-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Kumara-Parvata-7-768x372.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3374\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kumara Parvatha Trek<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kumara Parvatha is a trekkers\u2019 paradise, but caution must be practised on the whole trail: One side is completely exposed to a sheer drop of 2000 feet &#8211; added to this &#8211; sometimes, the slippery area will make it difficult to walk. There are steep grassland and forest sections that must be covered with complete vigilance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make this challenging trek possible with Plan the Unplanned &#8211; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/bangalore\/kumara-parvatha\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subrahmanya<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Height: <\/b>1,748 m above sea level<\/li>\n<li><b>Duration:<\/b> 8-10 hours<\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time: <\/b>October-January, June-September<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rupin_Pass_Trek\"><\/span><b> <\/b><b>Rupin Pass Trek<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rupin Pass is a <\/span><b>high altitude pass<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> across the Himalayan mountain range that <\/span><b>lies on the traditional shepherd and hiking route<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The path itself is located across uninhabited areas. It is considered difficult pertaining to the height and distance of the trek. The trek comprises trails dug out of rocks, wooden bridges, glaciers, etc. A whole lot of surprises on the way wipe out the exertion. White Rhododendrons, the vast expanse of green meadows, water streams, and the changing scenery are some pointers that make the trek worthwhile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-10080 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2905.jpg\" alt=\"&quot;&lt;yoastmark\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2905.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2905-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2905-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_2905-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: <\/b>Dhaula<\/li>\n<li><b>Height: <\/b>4,650 m above sea level<\/li>\n<li><b>Duration:<\/b> 8 Days<\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time: <\/b>Mid May, June to July, and September to November<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bandaje_Falls_Trek_Karnataka\"><\/span><b> Bandaje Falls Trek, Karnataka<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42896 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bandaje-Falls-Trek-Plan-The-Unplanned-4.jpg\" alt=\"Bandaje Falls Trek - Plan The Unplanned (4)\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bandaje-Falls-Trek-Plan-The-Unplanned-4.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bandaje-Falls-Trek-Plan-The-Unplanned-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bandaje-Falls-Trek-Plan-The-Unplanned-4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bandaje-Falls-Trek-Plan-The-Unplanned-4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/plantheunplanned.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bandaje-Falls-Trek-Plan-The-Unplanned-4-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in the Charmadi ghat of the Western Ghats in the Belthangady taluk of Dakshina Kannada district, Bandaje Falls make their way from the mountains and <\/span><b>fall straight into the unknown<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. What makes this trek different and unique from others is that when it falls, you mesmerize it from a distance. While falling, it covers forests, meadows, river streams and finally joins the river Netravathi as a tributary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Undoubtedly, beauty is breathtaking, but since the entire trail is continuously changing, a trekker must always anticipate the worst and keep an eye. Here are the following things to keep in mind &#8211;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The slippery way during monsoons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will be in the company of leeches.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are steeper sections after the Ballalarayana Durga Fort from where one has to descend to the fall\u2019s mouth. Be careful of the trail and some tricky areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to do this trek safely? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/bangalore\/bandaje-falls-trek-via-ballarayana-durga-fort\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Register with Plan the Unplanned<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Starting Point: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mundaje<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Height: 1,509 m <\/b>above sea level<\/li>\n<li><b>Duration:<\/b> 1 day<\/li>\n<li><b>Best Time: <\/b>November to March<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know about the toughest treks in India,don\u2019t waste your time thinking about anything. In conclusion, if you feel you are the one made for the toughest Treks in India, Plan the Unplanned is geared to answer your questions. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our experts can provide any kind of assistance you need. Shoot your questions in the comments!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or, if you are unsure and more inclined towards easy and moderate treks at present,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantheunplanned.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> check out multiple outings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that we host. With our experienced trekking leaders and guides, we make your travel safe and secure, and you return with memories of a lifetime.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Adventure Enthusiasts, seekers of arduous expeditions, experienced hikers, climbers, and anyone who wants to taste the thrill of challenging treks, know the risks of making it happen. 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