Wandelgids Trekking in the Indian Himalaya

Guidebook to 8 treks in the Uttarakhand Himalaya, including the Nanda Devi Sanctuary, Shivling and the source of the Ganges. Ranging from 3 to 8 days, these guided trekking routes take in verdant valleys, alpine meadows, peaks, glaciers, holy sites and national parks, with the chance to see protected species such as snow leopard and musk deer. Suitable for hikers with a reasonable level of fitness and experience, each trek involves between 1000m and 4000m of elevation gain, with the highest route reaching more than 4300m in altitude. Treks take from 3–9 days to complete, with total lengths of 10–53 miles (15–85km). Includes 1:75,000 mapping of each stage, with trek overview maps and elevation profiles also provided. Handy route summary tables give a snapshot of the treks. Advice on planning and preparation, including trek operators, guides and homestay accommodation. Information on safety considerations. GPX files available to download.