Trek to triund exploring the unexplored

“Travelling always gives you those experiences which enrich your soul. And when it comes to travel across the small country side scenic beauty it further adds to your list. Himachal which means abode of snow is the ultimate destination for any traveller who wants to get rid of every trouble in his or her life. The adventurous treks, valleys, and the feel of snow during the scorching summers of may becomes part of your wildest dreams. This article will give enough idea about the most interesting treks in Himachal Pradesh which a person of any age group can dare or I can say enjoy.”

About the place

As the level of mercury is rising everyone is looking for the methods to prevent further rising of it. hence travelling to triund is one such method where not only your mercury levels will be controlled but you can also capture some unleashed beauty in the camera of your eyes

Triund is a peaceful place which is situated in the lap of Dhauladhar and at top of Dharmshala. Which is accessible for almost the whole of the year except during the winters when snow cuts the way off. The panorama of the place is exhilarating and the view of the Kangra valley from the top is awe-inspiring. The trek or the journey to Triund is not a big challenge. The beauty of the nature can be felt at the very first step of your journey. The more you walk more you feel the calmness of nature.

Rest house at triund can be booked by the tourism department. Triund is like heaven on earth crown jwell on the top of dharmshala. Trek to triund is a moderate trek ,trekker of any age can accomplish this trek to triund . Trek to triund passes through the forests of deodar,chile,pine which adds to the scenic beauty of the place

The trek is approximately 6-7 km which is not so tiring but the last 100- 200 meters steepness may consume your energy but that is what trekking is all about. There are 2-3 cafes on the way which help in rejuvenating the energy you have lost. Reaching Triund takes around 3-4 hours if you travel at a very decent speed and if you are a slow walker it may take around 5-6 hours but not more than that. The scenic beauty of Triund elevates audiences and transport them to a higher level of consciousness. And my review of the place is based on this belief of mine.

How to Reach

Camping at triund is like camping in laps of nature and its raw beauty. Triund is the most beautiful and simple trek of himachal pradesh which attracts number of tourist every year from across the globe

The journey to Triund starts from resplendent hill station Mc-leodgunj which is moored between the majestic Dhauladhar. After leaving Mc-leodgunj the next speckle, which arrives is Dharmkot village which is at a distance of 3 to 4 kilometers from Mc-leodgunj. Dharmkot gives a scenic view of the Kangra valley on one side and Dhauladhar range on the other. Dharmkot is home for a number of foreigners as the temperature here is adorable. At a distance of 4-5 km from Dharmkot you will reach Galu devi from where after registration you can move to your ultimate destination Triund.

The feeling of snow during the scorching summers of may is breathtaking . The beauty of the trek lies within exploring the dhauladhar ranges. The presence of majestic mountains on one side and the veiw of kangra valley is magnifient and adds further beauty of the trek to triund

The best time for trekking to Triund is around April and may. The Café named as mid way café is situated at a very beautiful point where trekkers can have some snacks etc. to gain some energy.

What should be done

The scenic view of triund is a flawless beauty which no one can resist. Watching the site of the camps is like treat to the eyes. The adorable view of the site makes you forget about all the worries you posses in your life.

On reaching Triund the 1st and the most basic thing that can be done is looking for the tents. There you can find tents according to your need like for 4 people,2 people, etc. or you can even carry your own tents (Bargaining can be tried). Cost is around 1000 Rs for a 2 person tent and 1500-2000 for a 4 person tent, rest up to the negotiator. The weekends offer more crowd, hence the prices also elevate up to some extent.

The morning in triund is aw-inspiring. The calmness offered by the nature here is adorable. Trek to triund is full of lavish green meadow and the emarld green trees which makes it a worth remembering experience

The spectacular view of the place will make you forget everything, even the elevated prices, hence its not a big deal.

What more can be done

After taking the tents a person can relax for an hour , have your food. If you want your trek to be more interesting or worth remembering you can trek to the next point called as snowline. Snowline as the name suggests, is the place where you can find snow even in scorching summers of may. The trekking somehow becomes more difficult than Triund but the place you will reach is worth the hard trekking.

On reaching snowline you will be totally fascinated by the beauty of the glaciers and the calmness of nature. The journey to snowline from Triund is a trek of 2-3 hours and is more steeper . You can even plan to stay at snowline for the night. Having a guide can be a good option.

Is staying for the night a good option?

According to me if you visit Triund I would personally recommend my readers to stay for the night and that night will probably become one of the best nights of your life. Everywhere the sight of bonfire during the night further adds to the beauty. You can hear people singing, dancing and enjoying the fullest in the lap of mother nature. Meeting new people, knowing them and the interactive sessions of telling about each others experiences will definitely be worth spending the night in Triund. Things don’t finish yet, the next morning before leaving Triund you would definitely love to watch the best sunrise of your life and the freshness and the aroma of the place.

Things you should carry

Trekkers trekking on the way to triund. Trekking is all about exploring oneself and nature simultaneously. The journey to triund is moored within the majestic moutains. The trekkers enjohy themselves to the fullest and the jouney becomes part of their wildest dreams.

Water- The price of food items or drinks cannot be negotiated . The water sources on the way are negligible hence I recommend you to carry at least 3 bisleris.
Pan- The price of food items is even higher. A person should carry at least 4-5 packets of Maggie and a pan. The wood sources are abundant hence the Pan can help you in making your 2 minute noodles easily.
And the zipper for the night……..