Indian Himalaya Treks & Tours

Ladakh & Zanskar: High-altitude deserts, dramatic gorges and some of the world’s highest passes create a bold Himalayan experience ideal for trekkers and cyclists seeking remote landscapes and reliable summer conditions in the rain shadow.

Nanda Devi & Uttarakhand: Forested valleys, Hindu villages and alpine meadows beneath sacred peaks offer a culturally rich trekking experience suited to active travellers wanting immersion beyond the mainstream.

Sikkim & Eastern Himalaya: Lush rhododendron forests, Buddhist monasteries and close-up views of Kanchenjunga define this lesser-visited region, perfect for trekkers looking for biodiversity, strong cultural identity and quieter trails.

India is +5 and a half hours ahead of UTC/GMT

Hindi (41%); Bengali (8.1%); Telugu (7.2%); Marathi (7%); Tamil (5.9%); Urdu (5%); Gujarati (4.5%); Kannada (3.7%); Malayalam (3.2%); Oriya (3.2%); Punjabi (2.8%); Assamese (1.3%); Maithili (1.2%); Other (5.9%), including Kashmiri, Sindhi and Sanskrit

As befitting a nation of such ethnic diversity, India is home to huge linguistic diversity. Most Indians are multilingual and many people speak a great number of different languages

Hindi is India’s most widely spoken and official language, and the primary language of 41% of the population. Along with Hindi are another 22 different official/recognised languages, plus hundreds of other major and minor languages and regional variations/dialects

English is an “associate official language” and India’s most common lingua franca, and is widely spoken in business, law, politics, education and tourism. Hindustani is India’s second most common lingua franca, but is considered technically to be a variation/combination of Hindi/Urdu languages, rather than an official language itself

Indian Rupee

We recommend that you bring US dollars (in cash or travellers cheques) as it is readily accepted over other currencies in India.

Credit cards and ATM are available in most large cities and hotels, however it is not recommended to rely on these solely. Always keep a watch when your card is being processed and please note that you will be surcharged for the use of your card.

Traveller’s cheques may be changed (for a fee) at many hotels. Make sure that you bring some small denominations and keep a separate record of your cheque numbers, to assist with quick replacement should you lose them.

Electricity in India is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).

Visas are required to enter India and visitors from some countries including Australia and New Zealand can obtain an online visa, the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) prior to arrival.

For stays of less than 30 days, travellers can apply for an ETA online (US$60) at the official website https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html, no less than five days and no more than 30 days before the date of travel.

At present other nationalities including the UK and Canada and those clients regardless of nationality visiting Sikkim and other restricted areas must have an Indian visa stamp in their passport prior to arrival in India.

Your safety is our number one concern, supported by careful risk management procedures, thorough consultation with trusted local partners and experienced field leaders who prioritise safety at all times.

On our Indian Himalaya treks, expert bilingual guides trained in wilderness first aid lead the journey, supported by comprehensive group medical kits, portable altitude chambers and emergency oxygen where applicable, with structured acclimatisation schedules, established evacuation protocols, hygienic meal preparation by dedicated trek cooks and a daily supply of safe treated drinking water while on trek to reduce health risks and single-use plastic waste.

Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

Travel insurance is compulsory and should be arranged at the time of booking to cover sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements, emergency evacuation and cancellations. Insurance information is provided with your pre-departure documentation and we can assist with a quote if required.

We recommend consulting your doctor, local government inoculation centre or travel medical specialist for current health and vaccination advice prior to departure.

Money and valuables should be stored securely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times, use hotel safety deposit facilities where available and keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.