Special permissions and passes are required to venture into Rajabhatkawa, which is the entry point for the core area of the Buxa Tiger Reserve. Forest fires in the core area, Bodo militants from Assam and poisonous weed adds to the danger of entering the core area of this reserve without proper permissions and guides.
2. Chadar Lake Trek
The Chadar Trek takes you across the frozen Zanskar River, which is the only link between the people of Zanskar and the outside world when the passes are shut at freezing temperatures of close to -30 degrees. The sub-zero temperature, high altitude, frozen river and long walks on thin ice makes the trek one of the most challenging treks out there.
3. Dras - Second Coldest Inhabited Place In The World
HolidayIQ Traveller Anup Upadhaya says, “We went to Dras to see the beautiful snowfall but the road of the Dras region was very dangerous because of the heavy rain and snow falling.”
4. Gurudongmar Lake - Highest Lake In Asia
HolidayIQ Traveller Anupam Debnath says, “Prior permissions are required to visit Gurudongmar. The oxygen levels are very low and every step to the lake leaves you breathless. Also, it is not recommended to stay there for long as the lack of oxygen can cause sickness.
5. Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek
The Kanchenjunga trek is one of the most strenuous and difficult treks in Sikkim but the most fascinating one as well. It offers unmatched views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, colourful floral and an opportunity to view different bird species.
6. Kishtwar Kailash Road - Scariest Road In The World
The road between Kishtwar and the base camp of Kishtwar Kailash is one of the scariest roads in the world. Located in the Kishtwar District of Jammu & Kashmir, the road in some places is only wide enough for one vehicle, and in many places bordered on one side by cliffs and on the other side by a drop of hundreds of meters into the valley unprotected by guard rails.
7. Kolli Hills - 70 Hairpin Bends And A Ghost
Riding up the mountains of death and conquering 70 hairpin bends along the narrow winding road to the Kolli Hills is challenging and exciting enough. But what makes it spookier is the folklore about a maiden who lures travellers with her beauty and kills them! HolidayIQ Traveller Neelu Khader says, “About 1000 - 1200 meters in height, one has to negotiate an astonishing 70 hairpin bends with a few excellent view points to reach the hills.” HolidayIQ Traveller Santhosh adds, “Drive cautiously on the hairpin bends as the roads are narrow and trucks/buses may appear out of nowhere.”
8. Lamkhaga Pass Trek
The Lamkhaga Pass connects north eastern Garhwal and Himachal Pradesh and is surrounded by an enticing landscape of snow, mountains and air of mystery. The treacherous trek involves a steep ascent to 5200 feet, precarious glaciers and stream crossings, thin air and uneven terrain. It is rated as one of the most dangerous trails amongst the various mountain treks in India and even Indians require special permission to go on the trek.
9. Rafting On River Tons
Rafting on River Tons, the largest tributary of Yamuna, is considered the most challenging river rafting route in India. It offers one of the most technical river rafting expeditions and has plenty of rapids from grade 3 and 5, spaced with flat waters. An excellent river camping site, relaxing walks, ample angling opportunities and great white water make it an ideal getaway for adventure seekers. HolidayIQ Traveller Ritesh says, “I had gone to Mori for a adventure trip for 4 days. it was super fun. White water river rafting in ice cold water, trekking in the nearby hills, rock climbing and rappelling.”
10. North Sentinel Island
The Sentinelese reject any contact with other people, and are among the last people to remain untouched by modern civilization. Even the Government has strict laws regarding the privacy of the natives
11. Pin Parvati Trek
The trek over Pin Parvati Pass is one of the most challenging and adventurous trek that requires lot of physical stamina and mental strength. Ascent to more than 4800 metres, difficult gradient, a steep incline, rough terrain, snow and glaciers and ill-defined trails, are some of the challenge that trekkers confront.
12. Rohtang Pass
Rohtang, a name that stems from the deadly mudslides that often cover the 4,000 m-high road in the Himalayas. Rohtang’s unpredictable weather, snowstorms and avalanches add to the danger factor.
13. Roopkund
HolidayIQ Traveller Pramod Kumar says, “The way to Gopeshwar is full of adventure. There are many moments when you pray to reach there safely.” The Roop Kund Trek leads to the infamous Roop Kund or mysterious skeletal lake in Uttarakhand. Crossing ice and snow, ascending to a dizzying height of 16,000 ft, thin air, changing climate and hailstorms, make reaching Roop Kund one of the toughest.
14. Rupin Pass Trek
Rupin Pass Trek consists of eerie trails dug out of rock faces and swaying wooden bridges cut through deep dark folds in the mountains, glaciers, and over snow fields.
15. Stok Kangri Trek
The Stok Kangri is the most glamorous trek in India - the trek takes you to India's highest trekking summit at 6100 mt. High altitude, steep ascent, oxygen deficiency, dry terrain, and crossing glaciers and rivers with a current that can whisk you away, makes it one of India's toughest treks.
