Triund trek from Kangra with taxi and drop

It is about 9 km each way from McLeodganj, or 6–7 km from the Galu Devi trailhead where most people start, climbing about 800 m to the ridge at 2,850 m. Reasonably fit walkers take three to four hours up and two to three down. There is no technical difficulty and the path is clear, but it is a steady uphill grind — particularly the last stretch, the '22 curves'.

We drive you up past McLeodganj and Dharamkot to the Galu Devi temple, which is as far as a car can go and saves you about 3 km of road walking. You can leave heavy bags in the car. For a day trek we come back for you at an agreed time; for an overnight we drop you and return the next day.

Yes, and the sunrise is the reason most people do. Camping is run by licensed operators on the ridge. We can put you in touch with one and time your drop accordingly. Do check the current rules before you fix it: overnight camping at Triund has been restricted at times, and we would rather tell you in advance than have you turned back.

March to June and September to November. Avoid the monsoon — the path is slick and leeches are a genuine nuisance. From late December the upper section often holds snow, which is spectacular but needs proper shoes and a guide.

There are small tea shops along the route, including the Magic View café about two-thirds up, and a couple at the top. They are seasonal and can be shut in bad weather, so carry at least two litres of water per person and something to eat rather than relying on them.

March to June and September to November. Monsoon makes the path slippery and the ridge view disappears into cloud; deep winter puts snow on the top section. The ridge sits around 2,850 m and the walk up takes three to four hours, so it is a real trek rather than a stroll.