Scandinavia presents before you a panoramic 2500 kms of the great Himalayan range, providing to the adventurer a kaleidoscope of activities. From specialized high altitude mountaineering to casual alpine trekking, rich bird and animal life viewing in the dense forests, deep blue lakes in the high mountain valleys to Mahseer in the fast rapids, or just a mystic search in quaint meditational and yoga centres, the Himalayas have it all. Scandinavia Adventures, with its highly experienced and efficient guides, naturalists and wildlife experts promise you an unforgetable experience.


TREKKING IN GARHWAL HIMALAYAS :

Celebrated in Hindu mythology and religion, the Garhwal Himalayas are said to be the 'Abode of Gods.' The river Ganges and the river Yamuna, have their sources at the sacred shrines of Gangotri and Yamnotri respectively. Kedarnath and Badrinath are the other popular pilgrim centres. The trekking trails pass under the shadows of majestic peaks of the Nanda Devi, Kamet, Trishul and Dunagiri, through valleys carpeted with spectacular hues of flowers and dark mysterious forests, over icy glaciers and along mystic blue lakes, gushing rivers and picturesque villages. Explore this little known paradise and discover yourself.

1. Trek and Raft:
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Duration : 3 to 7 days Delhi to Delhi
Best time : October to April

2.Source of the Ganges
Duration : 10 days Delhi to Delhi
Best time : May to November
Delhi - Rishikesh - Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Gaumukh - Dehradun - Delhi

3. Valley of Flowers and Hemkund :
Duration : 9 days Delhi to Delhi
Best time : June to October
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4. Abode of the Gods:
Duration : 19 days Delhi to Delhi
Best time : June to october
Delhi - Rishikesh - Kedarnath - Gangotri - Yamunotri - Mussorie - Delhi
Optional : Kedarnath - vasukital trek extra 3 days)

5. Har - Ki - Doon valley :
Duration : 12 days Delhi to Delhi
Best time : August to November
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TREKKING IN KUMAON HIMALAYAS

Immortalized by the legends of Jim Corbett, Kumaon lies in the Himalayan belt west of Nepal. The districts of Almora, Pithoragarh and Ranikhet are a treasure house for botanists and iconologists. Dotted with tiny villages and temples, forests of pine, rhododendron, oak, cedar and cypress provide a haven for trekkers. The central Himalayan range stretches overhead from Mt Kailash to Mt Api in Nepal. West of Almora, at an altitude of 1938m, is Nainital. Set around the shores of a willow-fringed deep blue lake, with tiny villages perched on mountain sides, it is a charming hill station full of orchards. Trekking excursions to Bhimtal, Khurpatal and Binayak are an exercise in tranquility. Kausani, a tiny resort 51 kms from Almora, inspired Mahatma Gandhi to pen his memorable commentary on the Gita. Ranikhet commands a magnificient view of the central Himalayas from the peaks of west Nepal to the snows of Badrinath and Tehri Garhwal,.

Treks :
a) Milan Glacier trek (10 Days Nainital to Nainital)
b) Pindari Glacier trek (14 Days Nainital to Nainital)
c) Best Time : March to June and September to November

TREKKING IN HIMACHAL

To the west of Garhwal lies the mountain state of Himachal Pradesh. Clear mountain air lush meadows and orhards dotted with wild flowers rippling streams and rivers with old wooden bridges, rustic slate roofed houses with cobbled paths, quaint friendly people of different cultures that have remained unchanged for centruies. Cross into forbidden kingdoms. Over craggy passes, past icy glaciers and ancient monastries, into the heart of mightiest of mountain ranges, the Himalayas. The Dhauladhar range divides Himachal into the famed Kullu, Kangra divides Himachal into the famed Kullu, Kangra and Chamba regions. To the north lie Lahaul and Spiti, which have a fantastic range of snow peaks- a mountaineer's paradise.

1. Kullu Valley :
Duration : 15 Days Delhi to Delhi
Best time : Sept. to October and April to June

2. West Himalayan Alpine Flower Trek :
Duration : 14 Days Delhi to Delhi
Best time : April to October
Extension : 6 days into Kangra Valley

3. Himachal light Treks :
Duration : 4 to 12 days

4. Chamba-Kangra-Dharmsala :
Treks:
a) Lake trek (5 Days Chamba to Chamba)
b) Bara-Bangahal trek (11 Days Dharamsala to Manali)
d) Kangra to Kullu (8 days)
Best Time : April to June and September to November