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India - Be in the Rendezvous land of color,
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 Nanda Devi Trek The Color Of the
Mountain Changes as the Sun changes its position in the entire day. From
golden to blue, red, green and yellow the charisma of the nature leaves
one spellbound - something which can be seen only by a dare-devil nature
lover and a trekker. |
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 The Himalayas Hard
Trekking is something which finds its place in
Himalayas - one of
the highest mountains in India. Not a easy trek, it is meant for the
professionals and the grade ten trekkers. For every good reason children
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The Trek Pack The next thing you will require the most is the backpacking tent. This lightweight tent which is also known as ultralight tent is one of the most important things for a trekker. There are certain things one should consider while buying a backpacking tent - light weight (nylon is the best), storage capacity, durability, sutability to weather condition (the place where you are going to trek), waterproof, strength, height, quality and construction. While buying a backpacking tent make a choice between three season tent (for summer, spring and fall and light snow), for season backpack ( three seasons and heavy snow) with mesh sections and sloped roof.Other tents one can look for are the cabin, light, play, and portable tents. But out of all the backpackers are the best for trekking. The next thing one should consider buying are the trekking poles or sticks. Made of lightweight Alumiium alloy, the sticks work as supporters while climbing the rocks. The Mountaineering poles are usually 52-110 cms in length, with diameter ranging from 20,18,16,14mm. tip of tungeston ot steel, grip of rubber cork or EVA+Wood, tube anodized or painted and the material of the pole Aluminium alloy 6061/ 7075 carbon. Places to Trek In India Garwal, Kumaon, Ladakh, Himachal are some of the places which are best known trekking grounds in India. Here is a list of the popular treks in India - Trekking Grades Three Kind Of Trekking Grades are recognised in Trekking : » Grades 1 - 3 - Easy Grades : Also known as Easy Grades these are for the beginners or for an average level of fitness of people. These usually do not exceed 3500 meters of height, provide a good view of the Himalayas and can be taken up by teenagers too. » Grades 4 - 6 - Medium Grades : Known as medium grades, these are a challange for the beginners. Approaching a maximum height of 5000 meters, these higher, tougher and more exhilirating than the 1-3 graders. People of all ages can go for these. The medium grade trekking usually last for fourteen days. » Grades 7- 10 - Hard Treks : The hard treks assume a height of 6000 meters and are the toughest among the group. Covering the remote and the undeveloped heights, these require exceptional fitness - above than the average. Aged people and children are not allowed for the Hard Treks due to the peculiar weather conditions of the heights. Things to Consider There are certain things one needs to consider while on trekking. INDIA is 51/2 hours of GMT . So calculate your timings as per GMT. When photographing in remote areas, be unobtrusive. Take permission before taking photographs - especially people. There are chances of restricted areas, so be aware of them. Do not take the new treks on your own as there are restricted areas. Moreover you never know which path leads to where. Keep a copy of your itenary with your hotel manager. It will help him trek you down in case of ill weather and rough roads. Also keep a copy of your passport including the Indian Visa Page, your airline ticket, travellers cheque and credit cards in a safe place. Avoid photographing as and when you like. Take prior permission as there can be restricted areas as well as hiccups from the local people. INDIA is 5 and 1/2 hours ahead of GMT. Keep your timings as per GMT. Keep away from animals like yak, goat herd and dogs - their moods are highly unpredictable. Have plenty of drinking water in the form of Mineral Water. If mineral water is not avialable, then add iodine to the drinking water or take boiled water. Spring water is also safe for drinking if nothing is avialable. Walking Boots, socks, synthetic pile jacket, down vest, shorts, sunhat, windproof jacket, waterproof jacket, over trousers, gloves, balaclava, snow gaiters, snow goggles and sunglasses are some of the things which should be kept in mind while packing for trekking.
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