INDIA
India's classics.
The 15 best hiking & trekking tours in India, gathered in one place. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Half-day guided hike in Munnar for $15 with tea-garden trails, snacks, ridgeline views, and a clear-day shot at Anaimudi.
“Amazing half day experience with Vijay, a wonderful, knowledgable and patient guy. The tour company arranged for a tuk tuk to collect us from our hotel where we met with Vijay and commenced a hike up through tea plantations, to the ridRead more”
A small-group full-day Munnar hike through tea gardens, forests, and mountain viewpoints, with pickup and a packed picnic lunch included.
“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”
Private 3-day Bhrigu Lake trek from Manali with guide support, camp gear, permits, and meals. Camp at Rola Kholi, return by 5 PM.
“It was a winter wonderland. Challenging and rewarding. Bikat trek leaders Bharat and Subhash lead beautifully. Enjoyed throughout!”
Munnar’s wild elephants and waterfalls tour with tea estates, snacks, and entry fees included. Private jeep and long Anakulam waiting time.
“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…”
Supported 8-day Friendship Peak trek from Manali with gear, meals, and safety setup, plus serious altitude training for experienced hikers.
“I wanted to extend my deepest gratitude to your entire team for organizing such an incredible trek "Pin Bhaba Trek". Great experience with professional and helping team. Overall fantastic journey with achievement of Summit.”
Half-day Munnar tea-estate and jungle hike with breakfast, bottled water, and possible Anaimudi views, led by expert local guides.
“We had a great experience with Philip. He is a very professional and knowledgeable guide who shared fascinating insights about nature, wildlife, history, and the local culture of Munnar. Highly recommended!”
6-day Singalila Ridge trek from Darjeeling to Sandakphu for Everest to Makalu views, Nepal border crossings, meals, and local guides.
“Our family of five went on a 4 day Sandakphu/Sinigalila trek organized by Adventures Unlimited over the New Year holiday and it was absolutely spectacular from start to finish. Catherine helped with all the arrangements beforehand, waRead more”
Hike from McLeod Ganj to Triund for big Himalayan views, a forest trek, and a summit meal with a local guide. Great short-stay day.
“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”
Private guided Darjeeling Tonglu day trek at 6am with transport, breakfast and lunch, tea/coffee, and national park permits for Himalaya views.
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Havelock Island Ancient Lava Stream Trek: rope-assisted coastal forest, areca nut plantations, and a freshwater stream with guided botany.
“Really good explanation on plants and trees and geology of Andamans. The guide was very detailed. The hike was strenuous but with while.”
6-day Singalila Ridge trek from Darjeeling to Sandakphu, with expert guides, tea-house meals, and big Himalayan views for $460.
“I had the most amazing experience trekking with Ashmita Trek & Tours . everything was so well organized and thoughtfully planned. From the first messages, Subash made sure I had every detail sorted and felt completely at ease. Read more”
Private 3.5-hour Munnar trek with an expert guide through tea plantations, grassland viewpoints, and included snacks. Pickup included.
“I recently attended an event / Performance, and unfortunately, it was quite disappointing. The overall look and performance felt dirty and unprofessional. I would suggest bringing other guides or experts to ensure a better experience.”
A medium-hard Munnar trek with tea plantation views, forest and grassland walking, included entry ticket, and snacks—about 4 hours.
“An extraordinary morning! I had an exceptional time, Praveen was an excellent guide. Considerate and concerned for our safety. He took the time to share his culture and that of his environment. It was a very interesting and cultural moment of sharing. For my part, it contribuRead moreAuto-translated”
Full-day Munnar hike through tea plantations, cardamom forests, and shola woods to 2000m, with lunch, water, and wildlife chances.
“So much diverse flora and fauna! Incredible scenery and a great way to explore the countryside and see the tea fields. Fantastic guide Ramesh who was great fun and very knowledgeable about the area. Ramesh was a genuine star and we loved having him show us around.”
Overnight trek from Pantwari to Nag Tibba with a guide, full meals, tent gear, and a 3:30am summit for sunrise views.
“This was a great first trek in the Himalayas. October is a great month... the weather was a little hot to begin, got cooler and beautiful as we climbed... it was chilly at night, but they will build a fire if you want and they have excellent sleeping bRead more”
