As a lover of all things that reside in nature, we know you must be an acrophile(a lover of high altitudes), and what combines the two to give you a steady rush of endorphins every time you lay your eyes on it? That’s right, [...]
Nearly all of us have heard of, visited or know someone who has visited the great Tirthan Valley...and with good reason. Although Tirthan Valley has gradually become known as a popular destination in the hills, it is still revered as an alternative spot for [...]
There's a lot more to Bhutan than meets the eye. The vibrant culture, the jubilant people, countless monasteries, a beautiful landscape and an other-worldly aura that never seems to escape the traveler's thoughts. Most wanderers who have stumbled into Bhutan vow to come back [...]
Imagine walking through an incredible snow-covered landscape at an altitude of 4,000 meters in sub zero temperatures, right in the midst of winters. Think of snowball fights, stark white snow photography, snowman selfies and even getting a chance to spot an incredibly rare Snow Leopard [...]
At 8,500 feet in the air suspended by rip-stop nylon and a harness, adventure only seems to have one meaning. However, there is more to Bir – Billing than just paragliding. Drifting softly through parting clouds over a spectacular view in Himachal Pradesh [...]
The Valley of Flowers Trek dates are out. Save the dates and call GoMissing to book your trek. Keep this infographic handy. The trek dates are 26 July-31 July 2016, 10 August-15 August, 2016, 31 August - 05 September 2016, 03 September -08 September 2016. Check [...]
Beautiful view from the Go Missing base camp on the Nag Tibba Trek The beautiful trek up to Nag Tibba is the perfect weekend trip for people in and around Delhi. Nag Tibba or the serpent's peak is located only 57 kilometres from [...]
Have you ever thought that your nagging headache/ mood swing could be stress related? Stress pops its ugly head and sneaks up on us in many ways. Most times we may not even realize that it's stress we are battling. Before we can pin the cause, stress [...]
Come autumn and the trekking season begins at GoMissing! Whether you are on our Lamadug/Pin Bhaba/Kunzum Chandrataal treks in Himachal or Kedarkantha/ Valley of Flowers/Nag Tibba treks in Utarakhand, one thing that runs common across all these are the unmissable Bonfire evenings. What roasting marshmallows [...]
The greatest boon travelling with hundreds of adventure junkies all through the year across our Skiing, Cycling and Trekking expeditions is that we meet many endearing people with enchanting travel styles. For the hugely driven and motivated adventurers, reaching the goal is sacrosanct, for others [...]
For most urban dwellers in our country and around the world, an inky black night sky bejeweled with innumerable dazzling stars is something they have rarely experienced in their lifetimes. Such is the cost of modern living. Not on GoMissing trekking tours though! On our [...]
With our forthcoming trek to Pin Bhaba round the corner, we are inundated with queries from a number of travelers who are keen to know more about this offbeat trekking destination. Our enthusiastic traveling community wants to know where is Pin Bhaba?; How should they [...]
Waiting at an airport, a lot of us have enviously looked at smart executives (dressed sharply, looking fit to the boot, gliding a gleaming bag, without a trace of jet lag) and wondered what makes them look like George Clooney walking the red carpet in [...]
The temperatures have shot up and so has your yearning to escape the heat! Let the lure of Himalayas beckon you and your family. GoMissing has several easy to moderate treks planned in June and July 2015 to give you and your loved ones the [...]
A place of astounding beauty Using superlatives to describe the Valley of Flowers seems totally justified. Abound with millions of flowers, numerous streams and verdant green landscape – the valley exudes unparalleled beauty. During monsoons, the valley exhibits a whole spectrum of colors. In [...]
Best time to go: July and August. In the peak monsoons, the flowers are in full bloom. Difficulty level: Easy to moderate (well-defined stone path all the way). The climb to Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara is a steep 6 km long climb The experience: Surreal to say [...]
As the adventurers that we are, the GoMissing team decided to recce the Nag Tibba which is an easy grade trek in Uttarakhand. So the trip was planned for the weekend and, Monika and I started on the Friday evening. After a 5 hour journey [...]
The landlocked state of Sikkim is a gateway to the Himalayas and home to the world's 3rd highest peak - Kanchendzonga. The treks in this area are tougher than your average fare and will test the mettle of even the most hardcore trekkers. Here's a list [...]
The Valentine's week is here and why not do something different than the plain old fancy dinners and red heart shaped balloons? Here we have 8 reasons why going on a trek date is much more romantic and fun! So what are you waiting [...]
About Nandita Nandita works with an IT company and is what many would call a true adventure junkie with hobbies ranging from motorbiking to trekking, cycling and skiing. An avid photographer, she balances her life amazingly between work, activities and her kids, whom she is [...]
Day 1 A sudden bump on the road woke me up as I saw sun streaming in through the window of the bus. With me was a group of 10 travelers, whom I was going to spend my next 3 days with and knew little [...]
Winters are the time when most of us prefer to enjoy the warmth of our homes and trekking out in the mountains is the last thing on the mind. But winter treks do provide a beautiful, serene and unique experience, making it more thrilling, and [...]
Dharamshala is a quiet and tranquil hill station in the Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh, nestled under the shadow of the mighty Dhauladhar range. The city has a mix of British and Buddhist culture and the upper Dharamshala, known as Mcleodganj, is the abode of the Dalai [...]
On a recent trek to Lama Dug meadows near Manali in Himachal Pradesh, we had the company of a lovely group of youngsters. This was their first ever trekking experience, and we were thrilled to have them join the GoMissing trek. This video by Aakriti captures some [...]
Situated in the foothills of Himalayas, the state of Uttarakhand is abound with trekking opportunities. The trekking trails in Uttarakhand range from easy to insane levels! The sheer number of treks available in this region are bound to entice both beginners and expert trekkers. If [...]
Manali is one of the default holiday destinations in India, especially during summer months. But more than just being a tourist attraction, Manali is a paradise for adventure lovers, especially for trekking enthusiasts. Situated in the northern part of Himachal Pradesh, the high altitude treks from [...]
Monsoon is usually the time that one relates to staying indoors. But monsoons, when the water bodies are at their fullest and the lands at their greenest, provide an opportunity for a bunch of adventure sports which can make the rains much more exciting and [...]
With a few long weekends coming up, a quick getaway is the perfect way to chill out and beat the city crowds. And while you’re at it, instead of just revealing the charm and beauty of the place, explore these venues and you may just discover a new [...]
Some of the most incredible treks in Bhutan Are you a passionate climber or trekker? Then you have thought about the best places for your hobby and probably tried many of them. But did you ever think about Bhutan? Apart from culture and [...]
The Triund trek is probably one of the easiest trek in the Himalayas. During a short 3-4 days trek, you will be able to get spectacular views of the Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas and get to breathe the amazingly fresh air of the mountains. [...]
Do you wonder how it would feel to be in a lush green meadow with a little stream flowing through it, pretty patches of flowers swaying by the stream, lofty snow covered mountains glistening in the morning sun captivating your gaze, and no sign of human [...]
One of the reasons why India is Incredible India is because of the topography of the country. From the low altitude ranges of South and central India to the lush green mountains of North Eastern India to the mighty Himalayas of the North, India has [...]
Before every trek, we receive a thick chunk of mails and calls asking us what and how to pack for the trek. Over the years, we have come up with a simple, yet extremely useful method which comes in handy before any trip at all. [...]
Chopta chandrashila Trek This is a picture from our recent trek to Chandrashila peak. We arrived at the camping ground, which is some distance ahead of Chopta en-route to Chandrashila peak, after a short trek, and started setting up the camp. Within [...]
