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The Journey To Himachal

THE TRIUND TREK

The Triund Trek is a must for almost any visitor to Dharamsala and McLeod Ganj. It's one of the most popular places in Himachal Pradesh, it is on most tourists' bucket list.

 

"You have been to Dharamshala many times, but have you never done the Triund trek?" I remember my friend being surprised to find out that there was nothing. "I think it's too mainstream," I countered.

 

But this time, in September 2020, when he spent a week in Dharamkot (aka Indian Mini-Israel), he decided to do so. I decided to do it in as short a time as possible to make it more exciting and not feel like chasing a crowd

"How long does the Triund trek take?" I asked the manager of the hostel where I was staying. “Most of the time we can do it in 4-5 hours,” he replied. "What's the shortest way to do it?" he asked.

 

"1 hour and 30 minutes"!

 

That was it! I accepted the challenge!!

 

Next thing I knew, we (My siblings and I) were trying to complete the triund hike in less than 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Not only is it one of the most popular treks in Himachal Pradesh, it also ranks as one of the easiest treks in the Himalayas. It is picturesque with stunning views of the neighboring Kangra Valley (connecting Kangra and Dharamshala) on one side and the snow-capped Dhaulada Mountains on the other.

 

Along the way, hikers will come across a series of cliffs that are ideal for Instagram-worthy spots.

Triund Trek is perfect for those looking for a hassle-free taste of trekking in the Himalayas. No need to hire a guide or find a trekking buddy. do it yourself the hikes are also well marked.

 

It is possible to travel all the way from Delhi or Chandigarh to reach it for a weekend.

 

The road to Triund is short (about 9 km from Dharamkot and 11 km from Mcleod Ganj but fairly steep. Along the way, hikers will come across rhododendron and oak trees, and there are several Maggie points to purchase drinks.

Triund Trek is perfect for those looking for a hassle-free taste of trekking in the Himalayas. No need to hire a guide or find a trekking buddy. do it yourself the hikes are also well marked.

How Long Does the Trek Take

For most tourists, it takes about 4 hours to reach Triund Top (from the town of Dharamkot, add another 30 minutes from McLeod to Dharamkot).

 

However, it took 1 hour and 30 minutes non-stop from Dharamkot. Also, I never ran during the hike, just walked a little faster than most tourists.

A local guide can do the Tri-Wound trek in under 50 minutes. During my trip, I met someone who claimed they did it in 45 minutes. The person was also a local guide.

 

Yes, it will take 4-5 hours considering you are not an avid hiker and you will be doing some photo shoots. The sooner you start, the sooner you reach the summit, the more time you have to enjoy the trail and get back in time.

 

Technically, the return trip is almost half the total time it takes to reach the summit and trust me it's worth spending this much energy to get the view up there. 

Here's a picture of our group enjoying the beautiful view of hilltop:


What To Expect on The Way to The Top

There are plenty of cliffs and beautiful scenery that are worthy to be uploaded on Social Media Platforms. Part of the trek also passes through pine forests, the cliche landscape of the Himachal. Rhododendrons are also in full bloom from spring to summer.


Here's a picture of me near the Triund camping site:



 

In short, the Triund Trek can be described as "starting in a Buddhist town, trekking through lush forests, and arriving at the end of a tree-lined road with a large opening on the ridge".

 

The sunset is another reason to visit Triund. Due to the sunset, many hikers also plan to camp overnight on the ridge. However, those who choose to return will also have the opportunity to watch the sunset at several points along the way (although it may be missed at the summit). I'll be back a little sooner).

It is also worth seeing Dharamkot on the way back, after sunset.

 

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