I have trekked to brahmatal and kedarkanth this year. You are recommending people to trek in the month of january and February despite of the fact that the trails will be completely missing due to heavy snowfall. I have been constantly contacting people in brahmatal from the last few years and the locals never gave any favourable response for the trek due to heavy snow almost 7-8 feets. And snow storms mostly in kedarkantha. So most of the time it will be difficult to complete the trek in january and February!
You missed two important reasons. 1. During December, there will be loose snow where every steps goes knee deep inside snow dusts that makes walking almost impossible compared to hardened snows like rock of February where you can walk much easily (even it's much slippery) with crampons. 2. Days are much bigger during February compared to December when sun sets much earlier, which practically reduces the trekking time by 1 to 2 hours.
Neha ma"am December treks are a bit difficult because the starting two to three snowfalls, the snow is hard, and it takes a lot of time to melt. And december is the coldest month of the year, so the snow takes time to melt. And the falls in jan and feb the snow is soft and it melts early as well as in these two months there is a bit of rise in the temperature due to which the snow melts fast. Because of melting of snow the trails can be slippery.Thats why Jan and feb months are better months to trek rather than dec. The temperature also warms up in Jan and Feb. Thanks. Much regards. Shimla Uttarkashi border..
The most terrifying thing about winter trek is using the toilet. Even the water is frozen... I had this experience during my Sandakphu winter trek... :D :D :D :D ha ha ha ha
Neha how about if I plan for Kedarkantha Trek in mid of Feb, will I be able to enjoy snowfall on the way and reaching on summit would be possible (apart from if weather condition went off)?
Hi, as a beginner you can either choose Dayara Bugyal or Deoriatal Chandrashila. Dayara Bugyal - indiahikes.com/dayara-bugyal-trek Deoriatal Chandrashila - indiahikes.com/deoriatal-chandrashila-trek
hi india hikes iam looking for my 1 st winter trek with you in near future suggest me any one of the best trek in means of snow , nature views of snow capped mountains iam in a dylamma in choosinge between Dayara bugyal , brahmathal and finally kedarkantha ( suggest me i have a good fitness level and a trekker often treks around south india )
Hi, All the three treks you have mentioned are best in their own ways. But since this will be your first winter trek, we would suggest you to start with Dayara Bugyal. This trek is a favourite among our beginner and seasoned trekkers alike at Indiahikes. This trek is superbly rewarding at any time of the year. In winter, people trek to Dayara Bugyal to experience snow. The landscape again changes colour when draped in the white snow. Soft, powdery snowflakes loosely hang from pine trees offering a tinge of Christmas-y feel. Perfect for snowball fights and an experience of snowfall if you’re lucky. To know more about the trek, click the link below: indiahikes.com/dayara-bugyal-trek
Waterproofing is mandatory on a winter or monsoon trek Abrar. It is important to keep your extremities (feet and hands) warm and dry. Waterproof shoes will reduce how wet and cold your feet get. In many cases, it will help you stay dry for most part of your trek.
Yes its snowing at Brahmatal trek, Here's a video from the first group of trekkers who completed Brahmatal this season indiahikes.com/kedarkantha-trek/#fitness-required
Please clarify In another video of yours about Kedarkantha, your host Swathi said that Kedarkantha is inaccessible during the month of February due to peak winter.
@@vaibhav1220 Hi Vaibhav, that's true for most trekkers. But at Indiahikes, we have a very qualified technical team that cuts through the snow even in peak winter. So if you're trekking with an expert team, it's possible to make it accessible.
Mam/Sir we are going on a trek on 4th of January ,among brahmtal and kedarkantha trek which will be less crowded? overall ,on which trek we will get a better experience??
I did the Kedarkantha last year on the same date 4 Jan.. I started getting headache after seeing snow throughout the trek. I just wanted snowfall to stop !!😂😂 I did the summit but unfortunately weather was a little foggy that day in the morning. It's indeed a wonderland ❤️❤️❤️ As far as crowd is concerned, it's getting crowded year after year. Brahmatal would be less crowded as compared to Kedarkantha for sure. But just do it.. you are gonna love it.
Go to Kedarkantha for its thrilling summit climb. Go to Brahmatal for its winter elements of frozen lakes and mountain views you get from the second trek day itself.
There is too much snow in Himachal Nivedita. The high snow makes it practically impossible to trek. You can do weekend treks like Triund, Prashar Lake. You can do it on your own using our documentation. Here is a list: indiahikes.com/five-weekend-treks-himachal/
Hi Kamaljit, treks in Himachal become inaccessible during winter because of harsh weather conditions. The temperature drops to sub zero and chances of snowfall are high. However, we have listed some of the best winter treks. You can go through them here - indiahikes.com/best-winter-treks-december-january-february
Well, no need to be demotivated. December treks aren't bad of course. If you're looking to trek in winter, December is great too. But comparatively Jan and Feb are better, in terms of the crowd and snow. We shared pure stats that we have found and not any guesstimates. So we expect trekkers to take it in the spirit of information. If you're signed up for December, don't worry about it. We hope you've chosen a slightly non crowded trek!
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I have trekked to brahmatal and kedarkanth this year. You are recommending people to trek in the month of january and February despite of the fact that the trails will be completely missing due to heavy snowfall. I have been constantly contacting people in brahmatal from the last few years and the locals never gave any favourable response for the trek due to heavy snow almost 7-8 feets. And snow storms mostly in kedarkantha. So most of the
time it will be difficult to complete the trek in january and February!
Yup ! Especially, after 1 st week of January till 15 Feb... After that one can go
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Good. Which trek is this?
You missed two important reasons.
1. During December, there will be loose snow where every steps goes knee deep inside snow dusts that makes walking almost impossible compared to hardened snows like rock of February where you can walk much easily (even it's much slippery) with crampons.
2. Days are much bigger during February compared to December when sun sets much earlier, which practically reduces the trekking time by 1 to 2 hours.
Thank you Neha, this is exactly what I was looking for. Look forward to trekking with India Hikes soon.
Neha ma"am December treks are a bit difficult because the starting two to three snowfalls, the snow is hard, and it takes a lot of time to melt. And december is the coldest month of the year, so the snow takes time to melt. And the falls in jan and feb the snow is soft and it melts early as well as in these two months there is a bit of rise in the temperature due to which the snow melts fast. Because of melting of snow the trails can be slippery.Thats why Jan and feb months are better months to trek rather than dec. The temperature also warms up in Jan and Feb. Thanks. Much regards. Shimla Uttarkashi border..
Very good video, very informative.
Much appreciated.
Thank You. 🙏🏼
Super helpful, thank you Neha!
You are welcome Rishabh :)
I am planning for my first trekking.. So should I go for kedarkantha trek? Which would be preferable time January or March ?
The most terrifying thing about winter trek is using the toilet. Even the water is frozen... I had this experience during my Sandakphu winter trek... :D :D :D :D ha ha ha ha
Can u tell more about sandakfu trek
True, but all high altitudes (above 14K ft) remain under subzero at night for 365days, hence frozen water, irrespective of seasons.
I will be going to dayara bugyal in the month of date12 January 2024 i hope there be a snowfall, and fully covered snow carpet
Neha how about if I plan for Kedarkantha Trek in mid of Feb, will I be able to enjoy snowfall on the way and reaching on summit would be possible (apart from if weather condition went off)?
In which month ; on any winter trek , weather is most stable for summiting though forcasting on mountain is hard..? thanks
what about December end and 1st week of Jan? I'm going Bhramatal during this time
Hey thank you so much for this information!
Which one u suggest to the beginner at age of 35
Hi, as a beginner you can either choose Dayara Bugyal or Deoriatal Chandrashila.
Dayara Bugyal - indiahikes.com/dayara-bugyal-trek
Deoriatal Chandrashila - indiahikes.com/deoriatal-chandrashila-trek
Can I go in October.Will I find any snow?
hi india hikes iam looking for my 1 st winter trek with you in near future suggest me any one of the best trek in means of snow , nature views of snow capped mountains iam in a dylamma in choosinge between Dayara bugyal , brahmathal and finally kedarkantha ( suggest me i have a good fitness level and a trekker often treks around south india )
Hi, All the three treks you have mentioned are best in their own ways. But since this will be your first winter trek, we would suggest you to start with Dayara Bugyal. This trek is a favourite among our beginner and seasoned trekkers alike at Indiahikes. This trek is superbly rewarding at any time of the year.
In winter, people trek to Dayara Bugyal to experience snow. The landscape again changes colour when draped in the white snow. Soft, powdery snowflakes loosely hang from pine trees offering a tinge of Christmas-y feel. Perfect for snowball fights and an experience of snowfall if you’re lucky.
To know more about the trek, click the link below:
indiahikes.com/dayara-bugyal-trek
Hi What about Deorital chandrashila trek in end of jan 24?
Yes, you can definitely go for Deoriatal Chandrashila trek in the end of Jan.
For winter trek waterproof shoes are necessary? Or non waterproof shoes are good?
Waterproof shoes are must
Only waterproof
Waterproofing is mandatory on a winter or monsoon trek Abrar. It is important to keep your extremities (feet and hands) warm and dry. Waterproof shoes will reduce how wet and cold your feet get. In many cases, it will help you stay dry for most part of your trek.
Thank you for guidance @indiahikes
You don't recommend Kuari Pass trail in Jan & Feb? Was actually planning for it in mid Jan. 🙏
did you do it.. we planned this jan
Hi Neha, I had a quick question, can we expect snow in the month of March in Brahmatal?
Yes its snowing at Brahmatal trek, Here's a video from the first group of trekkers who completed Brahmatal this season indiahikes.com/kedarkantha-trek/#fitness-required
Thanks mem.......🙏
Do we find the snow even in the mid-ending of feb or only in the starting of snow
Please leave a rply :)
You will find in whole March as well ..go ahead
So Jan - Feb best time for Kedarkantha trek?
You will definitely have a better snow experience in Jan and Feb because it will be peak winter
Please clarify
In another video of yours about Kedarkantha, your host Swathi said that Kedarkantha is inaccessible during the month of February due to peak winter.
@@vaibhav1220 Hi Vaibhav, that's true for most trekkers. But at Indiahikes, we have a very qualified technical team that cuts through the snow even in peak winter. So if you're trekking with an expert team, it's possible to make it accessible.
Mam/Sir
we are going on a trek on 4th of January ,among brahmtal and kedarkantha trek which will be less crowded?
overall ,on which trek we will get a better experience??
I did the Kedarkantha last year on the same date 4 Jan.. I started getting headache after seeing snow throughout the trek. I just wanted snowfall to stop !!😂😂 I did the summit but unfortunately weather was a little foggy that day in the morning. It's indeed a wonderland ❤️❤️❤️
As far as crowd is concerned, it's getting crowded year after year. Brahmatal would be less crowded as compared to Kedarkantha for sure. But just do it.. you are gonna love it.
All winter trek are full for December...😄😄
This is my first comment on youtube platform, can u please tell me what is more beautiful between kedarkantha and bhramtal trek in mid of January
Go to Kedarkantha for its thrilling summit climb.
Go to Brahmatal for its winter elements of frozen lakes and mountain views you get from the second trek day itself.
Go to brahmatal! You will have the best view of mountain ranges!
I dont see any Himachal treks in Feb or March. Any treks that are available and open ?
There is too much snow in Himachal Nivedita. The high snow makes it practically impossible to trek. You can do weekend treks like Triund, Prashar Lake. You can do it on your own using our documentation. Here is a list: indiahikes.com/five-weekend-treks-himachal/
Why no treks in Himachal .?
Hi Kamaljit, treks in Himachal become inaccessible during winter because of harsh weather conditions. The temperature drops to sub zero and chances of snowfall are high. However, we have listed some of the best winter treks. You can go through them here - indiahikes.com/best-winter-treks-december-january-february
Uhmm
Posting demotivating videos as well as sending emails on such so called ‘important information’, why are you running trekking in month of December?
Well, no need to be demotivated. December treks aren't bad of course. If you're looking to trek in winter, December is great too. But comparatively Jan and Feb are better, in terms of the crowd and snow. We shared pure stats that we have found and not any guesstimates. So we expect trekkers to take it in the spirit of information. If you're signed up for December, don't worry about it. We hope you've chosen a slightly non crowded trek!
@@Indiahikescan kuari pass trek be completed in January end ? Is it advisable to attempt kuari pass in January end
in case I want to shift my plan from dec second wk ( booking made ) to jan mid , is it possible?