Patnitop to Shankhpal temple trek
Shankh Pal is the spiritual deity of the Lander region. A temple dedicated to this deity is located at the…
Karnala Fort and Bird sanctuary near Mumbai monsoon trek
Karnala fort is built around a 125 feet basalt pillar called Pandu’s pillar. This lone basalt pillar sticks out from…
Solan to Pandava Gufa and Karol Ka Tibba trek
A 5.6-kilometre day trek leads you through fir groves, sprawling grasslands, dense forests, small ponds, a mysterious cave and panoramic…
Climbing Billo ki Powri near Patnitop (J&K)
“Billo ki Powri” is a staircase of 270 steps carved in mountain stone. Towering over Kud town, these stairs bear…
Decathlon Kalenji Kapteren 200 shoes review
As you may recall, last summer our go-to trekking shoes were Kalenji’s Kapteren Crossover trail running shoes. Therefore, I am…
Chowari Jot to Chamba trek
The day trek from Chowari Jot to Chamba is a moderately difficult and novel route, just under 19 kilometres long.
Water filter for hiking - Lifestraw review
A portable water filter is a self-contained unit that may be used by recreational enthusiasts, military personnel, survivalists, and others…
Decathlon Quechua Forclaz 900 trekking trouser review
Decathlon’s Quechua Forclaz 900 are a pair of lightweight trekking trousers for men. At Rs. 3,999 they may seem expensive, but…
How to attach an ice axe to a backpack
On my winter treks, I have seen trekkers and even some guides carry their ice axe incorrectly. If packed incorrectly,…
Decathlon Quechua Forclaz 50 speed backpack review
Backpack manufacturers often seek to find a balance between durability and weight. Yet most Indian trekkers prefer durability over shaving…
Decathlon Kalenji Kapteren Crossover shoes review
Decathlon’s Kapteren Crossover is a low cut, lightweight trail running shoe. Although similar to other trail-running shoes, these shoes are…
Janjehli to Shikari Mata Temple winter trek
At 3342 metres, Shikari Mata is a roofless temple, dedicated to a hunting goddess. Legend has it, hunters used to…