6 Best Winter Treks in India (2026) | Snow & Himalayan Treks

The wide expanse of the Himalayan ranges created immense opportunities for trekking and adventure in India. Not only in the Himalayas, but winter treks are also spread all along the length and breadth of our map. Each trek is unique and has a lot to offer. Here I am going to list the 6 best winter treks in India, which you can include in your bucket list. These treks have been included in this list based on feedback and reviews from our previous customers.

Kedarkantha Trek:-

Kedarkantha the most loved winter trek of India

One of the most loved and well-known winter treks in India is the Kedarkantha trek. The highest peak of this trip is located at an altitude of 12500 feet above sea level in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. The snow-laden trails of this trek will lead you through dense forest and into a quaint village in Uttarakhand. It is famous for the opportunity to summit and the 360-degree panoramic view of snowcapped mountains all around the trek.

Starting from a beautiful village in Sankri in Uttarakhand, this trek will take you through the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, home to diverse flora and fauna, and a dense forest of pine and oak. As you gain altitude, you will experience the beautiful view of vast meadows fully covered by a thick layer of powder snow.

It is considered to be a moderately difficult trek in India due to its daily height gain, the gradient of its trail, and adverse climatic conditions. It's a beginner friendly trek with maximum people planning this trek in December and January.

Chadar Trek:-

Have you ever imagined how it feels to trek on a sheet of ice? Yes, you heard right. The Chadar Trek is one of the treks in which most of the trail passes through the frozen Zanskar River. It is located at an altitude of 11,123 feet above sea level in the Leh region of Jammu and Kashmir. This is one of the most loved treks in India and most of the active trekkers aspire to visit here atleast once in a lifetime.

The Chadar trek starts from Leh, which is the capital of Ladakh, and is at a high altitude and in thin air. So if you are a beginner trekker or planning to explore this beautiful Chadar trek, I would like to suggest you spend a few days in Leh so that your body can get acclimatized before you start your trek.

The Chadar trek is graded as one of the most difficult treks in India and hence not recommended for first-time trekkers. If you are a trekker and wish to do this trek, ensure planning it at least three months before your trekking date and ensure traveling with any reputed trekking organization having vast experience of trekking in this region.

Dayara Bugyal Trek:

Dayara Bugyal Trek is a hidden gem of the Himalaya, and one of the most amazing and beginner friendly winter treks in the Himalayan region. A trek that can offer you stunning views with a very decent trekking route. Wide stretches of grassland fully covered by a thick blanket of white snow make it nothing less than a wonderland.

Although you can trek to Dayara Bugyal any time of the year, trekking to this region in winter is rewarding. The highest altitude of the Dayara Bugyal Trek is located at an altitude of 12100 feet above sea level, but the descent gradient of the trekking route makes it equally interesting for both first-timers and experienced trekkers.

If you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life, oand have no or minimum experience of trekking then, Dayara Bugyal could be the best winter trek for you. Here you can find calmness and peace. Most of the trekkers prefer to start the trek from the small village of Natin or Raithal which is just 45 km from Uttarkashi but few also also strarts this trek from Barsu village. You can complete this trek in 5 to 6 days comfortably or you can just check out our Dayara bugyal trek package from Dehradun.

Kuari Pass Trek:-

The next trek on our list is the Kuari Pass trek, which is also one of the oldest trekking routes in India. It is also known as the Lord Curzon Trail, as Viceroy of India Lord Curzon was the first person who went on this trek and popularized it. Since then, thousands of trekkers have visited this place to admire the beauty all around the Kuari Pass.

The beautiful view of snow cover on the wide stretch of mountains all around the Kuari Pass trek is the most admired part of this trek. Although it's difficulty level is graded as medium level, even first-timers can go on this trek with a preparation of just 10-15 days. Some of the prominent peaks visible from this trek are Mt. Nandadevi, Mt. Dronagiri, Mukut Parbat, etc.

Kuari Pass trek starts from the small town of Joshimath, which is well connected by Haridwar and Rishikesh. Kuari Pass trek offers you 360 view of the magnificent mountains, and it’s also best for camping lovers, so if you want to go camping, this could be the ideal winter trek for you.

Chopta Tunganath Chandrashila Trek:

beautiful view of snow covered trails of chopta tungnath trek

One of the easiest but most rewarding beginner friendly winter treks in India is Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Peak. With a trek of just 3.5 km, you can get a view, for which you need to trek at least 15-20 km on other treks.

It is a collection of three important points. Chopta, which is also known as the mini-Switzerland of India and is the most beautiful place to visit in India, is the starting point of this trek. Chopta is also famous as a hill station, as it remains covered by snow during the winter season. The second most important part of this trek is the Tunganath trek , which is located at an altitude of 3680 meters above sea level and is one of the highest Shiva temples in the world. The last point is Chandrashila Peak (a moon-shaped rock), which is the summit point of this trek.

You can enjoy the stunning view of the Himalayan peaks and deep valleys from this place. It also has mythological importance, and as per holy scriptures, it is said that this is the same place where Lord Rama did penance to appease Lord Shiva and get rid of his sin of killing a Brahmin (Ravana) before going to heaven.

Although you can trek to this place any time of the year, but the view all around the trek during winter is just a wow. In addition to trekking, this place is also a wonderland for nature lovers, photographers, and bird watchers.

Laka Glacier Trek:-

Last but not least, another amazing but lesser-known winter trek is the Laka glacier trek . It is, in fact, one of the easiest treks that can take us to a glacier. Located at an altitude of 3200 meters above sea level, in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh.

This trek starts from one of the most famous towns of Himachal Pradesh, known for Tibetan culture and the abode of the Dalai Lama, McLeodganj. It is a short trek that can be covered in a short time span of just 3 days, but it has everything expected from a good trek.

Trails of this trek pass through Triund Top, which is another famous day hike in Himachal Pradesh. The view from the summit of the Laka glacier trek is very beautiful and pristine, and it is a must to visit this place at least once in a lifetime.

This is one of the best winter trek for beginners or those who are looking for a short and easy adventurous trek in India. This trek offers a stunning view of mountains, and this trek doesn't require any prior experience. The best time to visit the Laka Glacier Trek is from March to December

So what are you waiting for? Select one trek best suited for you, make your booking, and start preparing.

FAQ'S

Q1: Which of these treks is suitable for beginners?

The most suitable winter treks for beginners are Chopta Tungnath trek, Laka Galcier trek and Dayara Bugyal Trek. These trek have short trekking length, with moderate gradient and remarkable view from the top.

Q2: Which trek offers the best views of Himalayan peaks?

Kuari Pass and Kedarkantha Treks offers the best view from the Himalayan peaks. It's famous for its 360 views of snow capped Himalayan peaks and lush green valley all around.