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People traveling to the mountains have now started liking trekking. This is the best trend of solo traveling in India. But most of the people have this confusion that trekking and camping cost a lot. That’s why most ignore it. Well, there are many such tracks in the country which can be easily completed at less money. During trekking, we get a chance to know nature closely because during this time we walk through hilly areas or forests. If there is a river or lake in the middle, then this view not only touches the heart but also calms the mind.
Do you also want to enjoy the cold of the mountains in a different way in this summer season? In this article we will tell you about one of the most popular tracks in India where you can do trekking cheaply. Also know what things should be kept in mind….
Why did tracking become so cheap?
There was a time when traveling in the mountains, trekking or other adventure sports used to cost thousands of rupees. But due to social media and competition, the method of traveling has become much cheaper. Now many such marketing platforms have come up which provide accommodation, food and many other things for just Rs 5 to 6 thousand.
Today it has become easier to reach customers, hence affordable services are easily available. Today, from Kashmir to Uttarakhand-Himachal, that is, generally everywhere, organizations have become open for small and big trekking. Because of this, competition has increased to such an extent that tourists benefit more. Let us tell you about one such track…
Kheerganga Track, Himachal
Kheerganga of Himachal is very much liked for trekking. Your expenditure depends on your choice and budget, but if averaged, this track can be completed in Rs 5 to 7 thousand. It also depends on whether you are going here from Delhi or Chandigarh. Let us tell you about its realistic expense…
Delhi to Kheerganga Trekking
For this you will have to take a bus from Delhi to Kasol or Bhuntar. For a normal bus, it costs Rs 800 to Rs 1000. If you take a Volvo or AC bus, you have to pay Rs 1200 to Rs 1500. Round trip booking starts from Rs 1500 to Rs 2800.
Kasol to Barshaini
Kasol is a popular tourist spot and the Kheerganga track starts only after reaching here. Its distance is 12 to 16 kilometers. You can get from here by local bus (50 to 100 rupees), sharing taxi (150-300 rupees) and private taxi (500 to 2000 rupees). The permit or fee for the track costs Rs 100 per person.
living expenses
If you want to travel in a budget then you can take a hostel for which you have to pay Rs 400 to Rs 800 per day. Talking about mid range, Riverside Room costs Rs 1200 to Rs 2500.
Stay at Kheerganga Top
It is said that permanent camping is closed so people can stay in homestays in Nathan, Kalaga or Pulag. It costs around Rs 700 to 1500. The average nightly fare is Rs 1000 to Rs 3000.
food expenses
Breakfast (100 to 200 rupees), Cafe food (250 to 500 rupees). If we average the money spent for food on the entire trip, it would cost Rs 600 to Rs 1500. If we look at the total expenditure, it comes to Rs 5 to 7 thousand. Want to do a comfortable trip? 7 to 12 thousand rupees. Well, there are many companies which offer tracking packages between Rs 4000 and Rs 7000.
Its advantage is that all accommodation and food are included in it. If you want to do trekking on a budget, then you should travel by HRTC bus, stay in hostels, take share taxis, carry your own snacks and water and travel in groups.
