Mountain night skies hold a charming appeal, stars become even brighter, the Milky Way becomes easily discernible, and their peacefulness creates the best setting for incredible experiences. Trekkers who combine Trekking with photography of night skies can experience truly remarkable encounters by combining both activities – below is our selection of top treks in India that provide incredible opportunities for stargazing and photography at night – providing truly incredible memories that stand the test of time.
Kedarkantha Winter Trek
Kedarkantha is an best winter trekking destination, providing stunning opportunities for astrophotography with its clear night skies and snowy landscape. Key features of Kedarkantha include camps covered by snow blanketing under starry skies; ease of accessibility for beginners; panoramic sunrise views from summit, starlit nights at campsite and more – ideal time for visits is December through April.
Har Ki Dun Trek
Har Ki Dun Trek in Uttarakhand’s Govind Wildlife Sanctuary provides an unforgettable celestial experience, thanks to its remoteness and lack of artificial lighting. As its dark skies allow stargazers and amateur astrophotographers to capture stunning shots of the Milky Way and star trails framed by majestic snow-capped mountains and lush alpine meadows, evening skies here become especially clear during post-monsoon and winter seasons; drawing professional astrophotographers as well as amateur stargazers alike.
Hampta Pass Trek
Beginning your adventure from lively Manali, the Hampta Pass Trek offers breathtaking Himalayan landscapes. Pass through lush forests and meadows before reaching Lahaul valley’s desolation for an unforgettable journey. Attractions to visit here include Hampta Pass at an elevation of 14,065 feet and reaching its summit, offering breathtaking panoramic views of snow-covered peaks such as Deo Tibba, Indrasan and Hanuman Tibba. Beyond physical exertion, this trek provides an extraordinary cultural journey. Shifting landscapes from Kullu’s lush greenery to Lahaul’s dry allure provide an unforgettable journey from Manali in Himachal Pradesh with elevation 14105 and difficulty grades moderate to difficult – creating an adventure like no other! Starting point: Manali in Himachal Pradesh with elevation 14,065 and starting point Manali and difficulty from moderate to difficult difficulty levels.
