India is a diverse country with four different seasons - winter, summer spring and autum.  Likewise it has mountains and plains, deserts and beaches. Thus one can experience trekking in the great Himalayas with the snow covered mountains on the backdrop or visit the more warmer parts of Rajasthan for a desert trek, another good option would be the  Western Ghats and the Nilgiris. 

Trekking is different from mountaineering, as it does not require any special skills and equipments to do the same. Besides, trekking always refers to walking on trails.  Trekking in India has become very popular and people from all over the world come to experience this adventure sport. Though it is a strenuous activity but it is the best way to get close to mother nature and know the people, culture and tradition of that land. Life in the interiors is very different from the usual life in India in general. Any trek you take is different from the other and has a character of its own.

Tips on Trekking in India

Preparation should be made depending upon the duration location, altitude and availability of infrastructure in the course of the trek. It is very essential that you check the details of the particular area you have chosen - geographical, historical and cultural. Check the route to be taken up and most important the season for that particular trek. And find out about the trekking agencies or tour operators who conduct and provide equipment for this activity. A complete physical check up is necessary.

What to carry

First Aid kit with all the essential medicines like anti diarrhoea and vomiting, intestinal disinfectants, antibiotics, antiseptic etc, with iodine tablets for sterlising water for drinking, cooking and washing.
A hat, good running shoes, a rucksack, UV proof sun glass, sunscreen lotion, lip balm, water bottle with a power based energy drink, a sleeping bag, a fleece jacket and a waterproof jacket (for high altitude trek)

Trekking Destinations In India

Himachal Pradesh 
Mcleod Ganj to Triunda-Laka & back 
Sarahan-Wangtu Trek 

Jammu & Kashmir 
Trekking- Kargil to Padum 
Trekking in Ladakh 
Tungri-Zongkhul Gompa Trek 

Kerala 
Wagamon Trek (Kottayam) 

Sikkim 
Tolung Monastery Trek (Sikkim) 
Trekking in Sikkim 
Trekking in West Sikkim 

West Bengal 
Treks from Darjeeling to Sandakphu and Phalut 
Tiger Hills- Trek (Darjeeling) 
Treks from Manebhanjan to Sandakphu (Darjeeling) 

Uttaranchal 
Trekking in Garhwal 
Valley of Flowers-Trek (Uttaranchal) 
Trek from Uttarkashi to Hanuman Chatti