Why Choose Montaxe for Your Himalayan Treks?
Planning a trek in the Himalayas is not just about choosing a destination. It is also about choosing the right people to travel with. A good trekking organization can completely change your mountain experience. From safety and planning to local knowledge and campsite management, every small detail matters in the mountains. At Montaxe, we focus […]
Why Every Trekker Should Carry a Trekking Pole on Himalayan Treks – A Complete Guide
Trekking in the mountains is not just about strength – it is about balance, control, and efficiency. Every year, many trekkers struggle on steep descents, slip on loose trails, or feel unnecessary strain on their knees. In most cases, the reason is not lack of fitness, but lack of proper technique and equipment. One of […]
Special Casual Leave for Trekking – Complete Guide by Montaxe
Planning a trek but worried about taking leave from work? There is good news. If you are a government or PSU employee, you may be eligible for Special Casual Leave (SCL) for trekking. This means you can go on a Himalayan trek without using your regular leave. At Montaxe, we regularly help trekkers apply for […]
Gulabi Kantha Trek With Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (JGEC): A Journey Through Snow, Forests And Team Spirit
There are journeys that end when you return home. And then there are journeys that quietly stay with you, long after the mountains disappear from your rearview mirror. This Gulabi Kantha trek, led by Montaxe from 8 April to 12 April, belonged to the second kind. A group of 25 students from the Adventure Club […]
Lyuti Bugyal – A Major Stop on the Rudranath Trek
Lyuti Bugyal, also written as Lwiti Bugyal, is a high-altitude meadow located on the way to Rudranath Temple in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It lies at an altitude of about 2,800–2,900m and serves as one of the most important resting points on the Rudranath trek. The bugyal is spread over open grassy slopes and offers wide […]
Panar Bugyal – A Beautiful Alpine Meadow on the Rudranath Trek
Panar Bugyal is one of the most stunning alpine meadows in Uttarakhand, located on the route to Rudranath Temple. It is situated at an altitude of around 3,400 metres and is famous for its vast green meadows that stretch endlessly along the ridge. Trekkers often call Panar Bugyal the highlight of the Rudranath trek, not […]
Lama Top Trek in Harsil Valley
Harsil Valley is one of the most beautiful valleys in India situated in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. It lies on the banks of the Jalandhari and Bhagirathi rivers, close to the Indo-Tibetan border. Surrounded by dense deodar forests and snow-covered peaks, Harsil is known for its natural beauty, historical and spiritual significance. Harsil’s serene […]
Makkumath – Winter Abode of Lord Tungnath
Makkumath is a serene Himalayan village located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. Situated at an altitude of around 2,100 meters, this peaceful hamlet is surrounded by dense forests and snow-covered Himalayan peaks. It is best known as the winter seat of Lord Tungnath, one of the Panch Kedar temples. When the Tungnath Temple […]
Sari Village – A Hidden Gem in Uttarakhand
Sari Village (also spelled Saari) is a peaceful Himalayan village nestled in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. Located at an altitude of approximately 2,000 meters, it offers breathtaking views of the Garhwal Himalayas and serves as a serene base for several popular treks. The village is known for its warm hospitality, scenic beauty, and […]
Tungnath Temple Opening Date and Closing date 2025
Tungnath Temple, located in Uttarakhand, is the highest Shiva temple in the world. It is one of the five temples of the Panch Kedar circuit. Tungnath Temple is scheduled to open for devotees on May 10, 2025. The date is decided every year on the occasion of Baisakhi by the Badri-Kedar Temple Committee. The temple […]
