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Best Treks for Stargazing & Night Photography
Best Stargazing Treks for Night Photography
Mountain night skies hold a charming appeal, stars become even brighter, the Milky Way becomes easily discernible, and their peacefulness creates the best setting for incredible experiences. Trekkers who combine Trekking with photography of night skies can experience truly remarkable encounters by combining both activities – below is our selection of top treks in India that provide incredible opportunities for stargazing and photography at night – providing truly incredible memories that stand the test of time.
Kedarkantha Winter Trek
Kedarkantha is an best winter trekking destination, providing stunning opportunities for astrophotography with its clear night skies and snowy landscape. Key features of Kedarkantha include camps covered by snow blanketing under starry skies; ease of accessibility for beginners; panoramic sunrise views from summit, starlit nights at campsite and more – ideal time for visits is December through April.
Har Ki Dun Trek
Har Ki Dun Trek in Uttarakhand’s Govind Wildlife Sanctuary provides an unforgettable celestial experience, thanks to its remoteness and lack of artificial lighting. As its dark skies allow stargazers and amateur astrophotographers to capture stunning shots of the Milky Way and star trails framed by majestic snow-capped mountains and lush alpine meadows, evening skies here become especially clear during post-monsoon and winter seasons; drawing professional astrophotographers as well as amateur stargazers alike.
Hampta Pass Trek
Beginning your adventure from lively Manali, the Hampta Pass Trek offers breathtaking Himalayan landscapes. Pass through lush forests and meadows before reaching Lahaul valley’s desolation for an unforgettable journey. Attractions to visit here include Hampta Pass at an elevation of 14,065 feet and reaching its summit, offering breathtaking panoramic views of snow-covered peaks such as Deo Tibba, Indrasan and Hanuman Tibba. Beyond physical exertion, this trek provides an extraordinary cultural journey. Shifting landscapes from Kullu’s lush greenery to Lahaul’s dry allure provide an unforgettable journey from Manali in Himachal Pradesh with elevation 14105 and difficulty grades moderate to difficult – creating an adventure like no other! Starting point: Manali in Himachal Pradesh with elevation 14,065 and starting point Manali and difficulty from moderate to difficult difficulty levels.
Deoriatal-Chandrashila Trek
This trek is perfect for stargazing due to its gorgeous surroundings and impressive night skies. Deoriatal Lake provides a serene reflection of stars on its tranquil surface while Chandrashila summit provides the rare chance to observe them above the clouds. Attractions include stargazing by the lake, seeing Himalayan peaks like Chaukhamba in moonlight viewing sessions, astrophotography photography during short weekend getaways or even simply stargazing alone by moonlight; optimal times to visit are March to May and September-December.
Tso Moriri Trek – Ladakh
Tso Moriri, located in an isolated and elevated area with beautiful, desolate surroundings, provides the ideal location for celestial photography. Visitors can witness meteor showers, constellations and satellite trails during their visits here. Other features worth mentioning are its absence of light pollution for miles around, being designated one of India’s dark sky zones and suitableness for wide-angle and time-lapse night photography – with the optimal timeframe being July through September for visitation.
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Check out the following videos if you want to trek like a pro trekker and improve your skills. These videos contain helpful tips, tricks, and techniques to help you trek like a pro. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced trekker, these videos can provide valuable insights to enhance your trekking experience. So, watch the videos below by Trekup India experts to take your trekking skills to the next level.
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Acute Mountain Sickness is a medical condition that can occur when individuals travel to high altitudes, typically above 8,000 feet. It is caused by the decrease in air pressure and oxygen levels in the air as altitude increases. Symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness may include headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and difficulty sleeping. To avoid Acute Mountain Sickness, it is important to gradually adjust to high altitudes and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen. To learn more about this condition, check out the videos by Trekup India.
For the best places to visit in December, one must think creatively. Certainly, you’d be free and well-advised to visit a snow-filled escape for some time on the slopes and sitting by the fire with a cup of hot chocolate. But also there are places in the world where the chill of winter is an unknown charm—think tropical islands and stretches of sand along the Equator that have never, ever seen a flake of snow. For that matter, in December, the Southern Hemisphere welcomes summer and Christmas in shorts and flip-flops are the standard. No matter where you go in the last month of the year (you’re certainly the proactive traveler if you’re already planning six months ahead!), you’ll find warmth or coziness, especially with our recommendations. Here are the 13 best places to travel in December, from seaside adventures with sharks to après-ski-and-spa vibes after a day of crushing powder.
(For more ideas, find our full list of the best places to go in 2025 here.)
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
It may seem like a mouthful, but Redwood National and State Parks come as a package. There are so many spectacular reasons to visit this exceptional collection of parks—the three state parks of Prairie Creek, Del Norte, and Jedediah Smith resulted from early 20th-century protection efforts, and Redwood National Park, which encircles the state parks, was created in 1968 to further preserve the trees’ natural Coast Range habitat—none the least, the plentiful lodging options surrounded by the gorgeous landscapes.
Home to the tallest trees in the world, coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) can grow to nearly 270 feet tall and live for up to 2,000 years. This is their habitat, along the coast in Northern California, where foggy summer days keep them hydrated during the dry season. Walking among these natural giants is an awe-inspiring experience that cannot be replicated almost anywhere else in the world.
Aside from camping among the trees, there are plenty of great places to stay near Redwood National Park to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a historic Victorian inn, a romantic bed-and-breakfast, an ocean-view home, or even a forest treehouse, we’ve found the best spots in the area. There’s so much variety that you’re bound to find something right for you. Read on to find the dreamiest places to stay near Redwood National Park.
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