The thing about embarking on solo adventures is that you never truly know what you’re signing up for. On the surface, it’s all about the trek, the thrill of the climb, the stunning landscapes that unfold at every corner. But for me, this two-week solo trip to Manali wasn’t just about scaling the 14,250 feet […]
DC: The Trek That Changed My Life
Deoriatal Chandrashila (DC) trek was my first solo adventure, and it remains my first love. This journey was more than just a physical challenge; it was a transformative experience that humbled me in the vastness of the Himalayas. With IndiaHikes, I embarked on an adventure that surpassed all my expectations. On 30th November 2023, I […]
पहाड़ों की कहानी, हौसले की जुबानी
पहाड़ों का सफर, दिल की एक कहानी,कदम दर कदम, मिलती नई निशानी।डर और शक को पीछे छोड़ आई,हर ट्रेक पर नई मैं बनती आई। रास्ते थे टेढ़े, कहीं ऊंचाई, कहीं ढलान,दोस्ती और हिम्मत ने दी नई पहचान।कभी थकान में छिपी मुस्कान, कभी जोश में थी जान,हर कदम ने सिखाया, सच्चाई का एक नया अरमान। खुद […]
Solo Sojourns
Fired up by tales of solo flights,I plunged into the planning nights.Blogs and vlogs, I consumed them all,Dreaming of places both big and small. Tickets to Singapore, brave and bold,A step outside my comfort fold.The journey began, not as planned,Chaos ensued, but I’d stand. Luggage heavy, taxi rides wild,Missed meals, paths beguiled.Airport sprints, timing tight,Hotel […]
Overcoming Self-Doubt: Lessons from Trails, Talent, and Tulips
Sometimes, we’re our own toughest opponent. Before we even lace up our boots or roll up our sleeves, a tiny voice in the back of our head whispers, “You can’t do this.” It’s a feeling I’ve encountered more times than I care to admit, across various facets of my life. Whether I’m facing a steep […]
Trekking Adventures: Tales of a Solo Wanderer
Finding My Footing: A Rookie Trekker’s Beginning Chance Encounters and Unexpected Paths During my solo escapade in Kashmir, I stumbled upon a group of adventure enthusiasts gearing up for the Tarsar Marsar Trek. It was eye-opening to witness ordinary people willingly embarking on multi-day treks with heavy backpacks, all for the sheer joy of it. […]
A day in the life of a newbie solo traveller
On my first solo trip to Kashmir, I wanted to go for a day or two hikes in Gulmarg/Pahalgam. But the weather had suddenly become quite cold (~Zero degree Celsius at night) and I didn’t have appropriate winter clothing. Contemplating between whether or not to buy all the winter gear and then a hard look […]
Yahan Sukoon he..
Early morning conversations during dal lake shikara ride. Chacha, is poore pahad me light kyun lagi hui he? Yahan koi famous night trek hota he kya?Nahi, ye Military Cantonment area he.Oh, yahan pe ja sakte he?Nahi, civillians allowed nahi he. Aur, vo doosra pahad? Ukse upar kya he? Mandir?Haan, vo Shanakracharaya ka mandir he. Bohot […]