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tripole hiking gear checklist

The Ultimate Trekking Gear Checklist: What You Really Need

Embarking on your first trek? Preparation is key. This beginner-friendly guide covers essential trekking gear—from choosing the right backpack and footwear to hydration strategies and layering tips—backed by insights from experienced trekkers Santosh Kardak and Rinu Rachel Joy. Discover practical advice on what to pack, how to stay safe, and beginner-friendly treks across India. Whether you're heading to the Himalayas or the Western Ghats, this checklist will help ensure your adventure is safe, comfortable, and unforgettable.

— Rohan Khanduja
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Kareri, Lam Dal and Chamba

Kareri, Lam Dal and Chamba

October 2021 Listening to Jasleen Aulakh singing “Chamba” unplugged on one of my travel trips strung a few chords in my heart to actually visit Chamba some day! And what...
— Rohan Khanduja
Tagged: chamba dhauladhar explore Hiking himachal Himalayas kareri kareri lake lam dal lam dal lake minkiani minkiani pass Mountains naggar campsite Trekking tripole
Kedarkantha Base Camp Tripole Gears

Up, up and up to Kedarkantha

A short guide to doing the Kedarkantha summit with your own gear.
— Rohan Khanduja
Tagged: Dehradun Hiking Himalayas kedarkantha Mountains Mussorie sankri Trekking tripole uttarakhand
Kareri Lake - The Alternative to Triund

Kareri Lake - The Alternative to Triund

Quick guide to hiking till Kareri lake in the Dhauladhar range of Himachal Pradesh.
— Rohan Khanduja
Tagged: dhauladhar hiking himachal himalayas kareri kareri lake mountains trekking tripole