Women Only Treks in India

Whether you are a solo female trekker or wish to have an adventure with your girlfriends, women only treks in India offer the perfect experience. Hike through the peaceful meadows, glacial lakes and gurgling waterfalls on these well-marked trails and create lasting memories.

Indulge yourself in the serene landscapes when you discover the pristine Beas Kund in Parvati Valley. Get yourself clicked in the picture-perfect Valley of Flowers and trek to Hemkund Sahib, the highest Gurudwara in the world. If you love exploring local culture, try Markha Valley Trek and gorge on Ladakhi food in traditional villages. Take your girlfriends out on a weekend getaway by trekking to Chokramudi Peak in Munnar. 

You can consider Rajmachi Trek near Lonavala if you catch a rare display of fireflies glowing in the sky. For the most awe-inspiring views of Kullu and Lahaul valley, consider the Hampta Pass trek to a height of 14,000 feet. You can marvel at the stunning vistas of Mount Kanchenjunga in Dzongri Trek and Sandakphu Trek. For the foodies, Bhukya roti and fruit jams are an extra cause for celebration on these treks in North-East India. 

Book your next adventure with your girlfriends by picking among the best women only treks in India.

Here are some of the best women only treks in India:

1. Beas Kund Trek: Tucked away amidst verdant grasslands, Beas Kund at a height of 12,000 feet greets you with a picturesque vista on this trek. It is said that Maharishi Vyas, author of Mahabharata took his daily bath in this lake. You can see exquisite views of Deo Tibba, Hanuman Tibba and Friendship Peak on this 3-day trek covering 15 km. 

2. Markha Valley Trek: Test your adventurous spirit while navigating the river crossings at a height of 17,000 feet with Markha Valley Trek in Ladakh. You cross many traditional villages flanked by picturesque Tibetan flags with your group of female trekkers and enjoy your stay in parachute tents. This 6-day trek offers stunning views of Mt. Kang Yatse. 

3. Dzongri Trek: Gear up for spectacular views of Mt. Khangchendzonga in Dzongri trek in Sikkim, one of the best women only treks in India. This 5-day trek starts by acclimatising yourself in Yuksam and then witnessing Mt Padim from the secluded village of Tshoka. You climb to a height of 4250 metres at Dzongri Viewpoint and enjoy 360-degree views of peaks like Mt. Kabru and Mt. Simvo. 

4. Sandakphu Trek: Cross a beautiful canopy of rhododendron trees through Singalila National Park on the 7-day Sandakphu Trek. Considered among the best women only trek in India, this trek offers the fabulous views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse and Makalu from Sandakphu Peak. You can enjoy cultural food delicacies like Bhukya roti and fruit jams on this trek. 

5. Valley Of Flowers Trek: Starting from Joshimath village, the Valley of Flowers Trek is among the best only women treks in India in Uttarakhand. You can see gorgeous views of Mt. Dronagiri in addition to the picture-perfect landscape comprising millions of colourful flowers in the valley. At Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, you can satisfy your hunger pangs with delicious offerings of hot tea and khichdi. 

6. Rajmachi Trek: Enjoy with your girlfriends at Rajmachi Trek, one of the popular women only treks in India near Lonavala in Maharashtra. This trek offers a stunning trail to Manaranjan Fort at 2510 feet and Shrivardhan Fort at 2710 feet. This trek can be completed in a single day and if you are lucky, you can catch sightings of fireflies in late evenings. 

7. Hampta Pass Trek: Witness the Himalayan landscape shift dramatically from the verdant meadows of Kullu valley to the barren cold deserts of Lahaul on Hampta Pass Trek. This 6-day trek is one of the most popular only women treks in India, covering 25 km. You go up to a height of 14,000 feet and spot some of the major peaks such as Hanuman Tibba and Peak 5260. 

8. Chokramudi Trek: If you are looking for easy single-day women only treks in India, consider Chokramudi Trek in Munnar, Kerala. This 10 km long trek promises a fabulous view of Anamudi Peak, and Idukki Dam. After crossing through dense shola forests, the trail rewards you with a serene atmosphere amidst lush tea plantations.