There are unlimited opportunities for outdoor adventure in the majestic surroundings,
rugged peaks and alpine meadows of the Indian Himalayas and our
wide range of treks range from low altitude hikes to high altitude
passes in some of the most remote regions in the area.
With Be, local guides provide you a unique experience in the enchanting backdrop
of the Himalayas.
Our trekking and backpacking adventures
provide a profound interaction with nature and our environment.
- Trek among dense forests
- Travel amid alpine meadows
- Venture through majestic landscapes
Experience and insight has taught our team both effective planning techniques and
the enthusiasm and spontaneity to welcome impromptu events – from locals engaging
in regional crafts to sightings of wildlife and nature. Our
experienced guides are leaders in the industry with both technical
training in the field of mountaineering and tremendous knowledge of local flora
and fauna and local customs and traditions.
Treks offered include picturesque
and relaxed walking tours of village hill stations to
mountaineering expeditions on some of India’s most challenging
peaks and everything in between. Trips run the gamut of easy to physically demanding
and strenuous
So, whether a beginner or expert, Be offers trips
that challenge and delight any age, ability or skill level.
Skill Level
All treks are graded on a universal scale. Treks are referenced as easy to moderate, moderate, strenuous and
expeditionary or extremely challenging.
Easy to Moderate
Trek an average of 3 to 4 hours daily on generally gentle to moderate terrain. Distances
may vary from 5 – 13km or roughly 3 to 8 miles with elevation gains and/or losses
range from 150m – 450m or 500 to 1,500 feet.
Moderate
Hike an average of 4 to 5 hours daily on varied terrain with distances from 8 to
15km or 5 to 9 miles. Elevation gains and losses generally vary from 450 – 760m
or about 1,500 to 2,500 feet or about 2 hours.
Strenuous
Hike roughly 5 to 7 hours daily on varied to rough terrain, with consistent ascents
and descents of 2 to 3 or more hours generally 760 - 1067m or 2,500 - 3,500 feet.
Distances vary from 10 - 18km or 6 to 11 miles with some sections that may include
steep uphill and downhill and possibly moderate to rough terrain.
Expeditionary/Extremely Challenging
Note: Basic mountaineering skills or previous experience may be necessary depending
on the trek. Trekking involves 5 to 8 hours partly on rocky, challenging terrain
with consistent steep ascents and/or descents of 2 to 3 or more hours generally
915 - 1520m or 3,000 - 5,000 feet. Distances may range from 10 - 24km or 6 to 15
miles per day. Though each day may not be as strenuous some sections may include
rough terrain and open and exposed trails and may require off-trail navigation.
Custom Itineraries
Be also offers flexible tour dates,
custom itineraries,
expedition packages and specially designed trips that suit your needs. Please contact
our
travel specialists for more information
or check out upcoming trip dates.
Be offers something for everyone at any age, skill
or ability level
NOTE: We are currently working on our 2010 program dates. If you are interested
in our Spring/Summer trips and adventure programs please
email us.