YHAI Adventure Programs 2025 -26, Explore More, Live More! ✨
The wait is over – our 2025-26 updated adventure calendar is here! 🎉
From snowy Himalayan treks ❄️🏔🙏, eco-friendly nature camps 🌿, to family getaways 👨👩👧👦 and even Sri Lanka’s timeless temples 🌴🛕 – there’s an experience for every traveler.
👉 Whether you’re a solo explorer or planning with family & friends, YHAI has your perfect adventure lined up!
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adventure programs listed in the Youth Hostels Association of India (YHAI) flyer for 2025–26:
🏕️ YHAI Adventure Programs – 2025–26
Program |
Start Date |
Last Reporting |
Duration |
Fee (INR) |
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Darjeeling & Sikkim Trek |
14 Oct 2025 |
03 Nov 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹14,250 |
Family Camp – Kullu |
13 Oct 2025 |
25 Oct 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹8,500 |
Individual Camping – Kullu |
13 Oct 2025 |
25 Oct 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹4,500 |
Sri Lanka Adventure |
18 Oct 2025 |
28 Oct 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹23,999 |
Andaman & Nicobar Eco Trek |
20 Oct 2025 |
05 Nov 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹23,999 |
Kedarkantha Winter Trek |
16 Dec 2025 |
30 Dec 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹9,500 |
Dalhousie Winter Trek |
20 Dec 2025 |
05 Jan 2026 |
6N/7D |
₹8,500 |
Brahmatal Snow Trek |
20 Dec 2025 |
05 Jan 2026 |
6N/7D |
₹9,500 |
Destination |
Dates |
Duration |
Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Darjeeling & Sikkim |
14 Oct – 03 Nov 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹14,250 |
Family Camp Kullu |
13 Oct – 01 Nov 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹13,500 |
Individual Camping Kullu |
13 Oct – 01 Nov 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹13,500 |
Sri Lanka |
18 Oct – 08 Nov 2025 |
5N/6D |
₹20,999 |
Kedarkantha Winter Trek |
16 Dec – 25 Dec 2025 |
6N/7D |
₹9,500 |
Dalhousie Snow Trek |
20 Dec – 30 Dec 2025 |
6N/7D |
₹9,500 |
BrahmaTal Winter Trek |
20 Dec – 30 Dec 2025 |
6N/7D |
₹9,500 |
Snow Skiing at Auli |
20 Dec – 30 Dec 2025 |
6N/7D |
₹9,500 |
Nainital Jim Corbett Family Camp |
01 Feb – 06 Feb 2026 |
5N/6D |
₹15,000 |
Jim Corbett Cycling |
01 Feb – 06 Feb 2026 |
5N/6D |
₹15,000 |
Lahaul & Spiti & Manali (Naya Tapru) |
26 Mar – 31 Mar 2026 |
5N/6D |
₹13,500 |
Sela Pass Guwahati–Tawang MTB Cycling |
26 Mar – 31 Mar 2026 |
5N/6D |
₹13,500 |
Deoriatal–Chopta–Tungnath–Chandrashila |
25 Mar – 31 Mar 2026 |
6N/7D |
₹9,500 |
Here’s a detailed breakdown of each YHAI 2025–26 adventure program, perfect for organizing, promoting, or sharing with your trekking groups. I’ve included highlights, reporting points, age limits, and unique features for each trek:
🏞️ 1. Darjeeling & Sikkim Trek
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Dates: 14 Oct – 03 Nov 2025 | Duration: 5N/6D | Fee: ₹14,250
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Reporting Point: Likely Darjeeling base camp (exact location TBA)
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Highlights:
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Explore Gangtok’s monasteries (Rumtek, Do Drul Chorten), Hanuman Tok
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Visit Tsomgo Lake, Nathula Pass, and Baba Harbhajan Shrine
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Scenic Himalayan views and cultural immersion
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Ideal For: Nature lovers, culture seekers, and first-time trekkers
👨👩👧👦 2. Family Camp – Kullu
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Dates: 13 Oct – 25 Oct 2025 | Duration: 5N/6D | Fee: ₹8,500
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Reporting Point: Seobagh Base Camp, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
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Age Limit: 18–60 (children allowed with guardians)
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Highlights:
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Safe, guided camping for families
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Bonfires, nature walks, and basic adventure training
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Launched during YHAI’s Silver Jubilee Trekking celebration
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Ideal For: Families seeking bonding time in nature
🧍 3. Individual Camping – Kullu
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Dates: 13 Oct – 25 Oct 2025 | Duration: 5N/6D | Fee: ₹4,500
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Reporting Point: Seobagh Base Camp, Kullu
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Age Limit: 18–60
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Highlights:
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Solo-friendly camping with group activities
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Budget-friendly adventure with basic training
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Great for self-paced exploration and meeting fellow trekkers
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Ideal For: Solo travelers and budget adventurers
🌴 4. Sri Lanka Study Tour
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Dates: 18 Oct – 28 Oct 2025 | Duration: 5N/6D | Fee: ₹23,999
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Reporting Point: Colombo International Airport
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Inclusions:
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Hotel stay (double/triple sharing), breakfast & dinner
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AC transport with English-speaking guide
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Visits to spice gardens, tea factories, temples, and gem museums
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Ideal For: Cultural explorers and international travel enthusiasts
🏝️ 5. Andaman & Nicobar Eco Trek
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Dates: 20 Oct – 05 Nov 2025 | Duration: 5N/6D | Fee: ₹23,999
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Reporting Point: Port Blair
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Inclusions:
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Sightseeing in Port Blair & Havelock Island
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Ferry transfers, permits, entry tickets
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Meals under MAP plan (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
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Ideal For: Eco-tourists and island lovers
❄️ 6. Kedarkantha Winter Trek
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Dates: 16 Dec – 30 Dec 2025 | Duration: 5N/6D | Fee: ₹9,500
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Reporting Point: Kotgaon, Uttarakhand
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Highlights:
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Trek through pine forests, snowy trails, and waterfalls
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Views of Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Kala Nag peaks
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Rich in mythology and wildlife
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Ideal For: Winter trekkers and photographers
🏔️ 7. Dalhousie Winter Trek
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Dates: 20 Dec – 05 Jan 2026 | Duration: 6N/7D | Fee: ₹8,500
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Reporting Point: Youth Hostel Dalhousie
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Highlights:
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Snow-covered trails in the Western Himalayas
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Colonial architecture and serene landscapes
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Trek to Ganji Pahadi and Panchpula
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Ideal For: Beginners and snow lovers
🌨️ 8. Brahmatal Snow Trek
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Dates: 20 Dec – 05 Jan 2026 | Duration: 6N/7D | Fee: ₹9,500
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Reporting Point: Lohajung Base Camp, Uttarakhand
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Highlights:
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Trek to Brahmatal Lake at 11,155 ft
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Views of Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nandaghunti
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Frozen lakes, snowy forests, and panoramic Himalayan vistas
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Ideal For: Moderate trekkers and winter enthusiasts
🏔️ Darjeeling & Sikkim (5N/6D – ₹14,250)
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Terrain & Climate: Misty hills, tea gardens, alpine forests. October–November offers crisp air and clear views.
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Highlights:
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Darjeeling: Tiger Hill sunrise, Batasia Loop, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute.
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Sikkim: Tsomgo Lake, Rumtek Monastery, MG Marg in Gangtok.
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Cultural Notes: Blend of Nepali, Tibetan, and Bengali influences. Watch for local festivals post-Durga Puja.
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Advisory: Landslides can disrupt routes—monitor weather and road updates.
🏕️ Family & Individual Camping – Kullu (5N/6D – ₹13,500)
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Location: Seobagh Base Camp, Himachal Pradesh.
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Activities: River walks, forest trails, campfire evenings, basic adventure training.
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Flora & Fauna: Deodar, pine, spruce forests; medicinal plants like Brahma Kamal.
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Ideal For: Families, solo travelers, beginners. Great for bonding and nature immersion.
🌴 Sri Lanka (5N/6D – ₹20,999)
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Route: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Bentota → Colombo.
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Highlights:
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Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
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Temple of the Tooth Relic
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Turtle Hatchery & coastal relaxation
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Culture: Deep Buddhist heritage, Tamil and Sinhalese traditions.
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Tip: Ideal for combining nature, history, and beach leisure.
❄️ Kedarkantha Winter Trek (6N/7D – ₹9,500)
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Altitude: 12,500 ft
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Basecamp: Kotgaon or Sankri, Uttarakhand
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Trail: Dense pine forests, snowy summit climb, panoramic Himalayan views.
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Difficulty: Easy to moderate—perfect for first-time summit trekkers.
❄️ Dalhousie Snow Trek (6N/7D – ₹9,500)
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Region: Dhauladhar Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh
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Route: Dalhousie → Kalatop → Khajjiar → Chamba
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Highlights: “Mini Switzerland of India,” wildlife sanctuary, colonial architecture.
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Experience: Snow-covered trails, cultural immersion, forest walks.
❄️ BrahmaTal Winter Trek (6N/7D – ₹9,500)
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Altitude: 12,250 ft
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Basecamp: Lohajung, Uttarakhand
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Trail: Frozen lake, views of Mt. Trishul and Nanda Ghunti.
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Mythology: Believed to be Lord Brahma’s meditation site.
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Vibe: Quiet, spiritual, scenic.
🎿 Snow Skiing at Auli (6N/7D – ₹9,500)
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Altitude: 2,500–3,000 m
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Experience: Ski slopes, cable car rides, snow school for beginners.
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Best For: Adventure seekers, families, photographers.
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Tip: Carry waterproof gear and follow instructor guidance strictly.
🐘 Nainital–Jim Corbett Family Camp (5N/6D – ₹15,000)
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Combo: Lakes + Wildlife
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Activities: Boating in Nainital, jungle safari in Corbett, river walks.
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Wildlife: Royal Bengal Tiger, Asiatic Elephant, diverse birdlife.
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Ideal For: Families, nature lovers, wildlife photographers.
🚴 Jim Corbett Cycling (5N/6D – ₹15,000)
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Route: Buffer zones near Kaladhungi, Dhela, Sitabani.
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Experience: Forest cycling, waterfall trails, temple visits.
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Safety: Avoid core zones; stick to guided buffer routes.
🏞️ Lahaul–Spiti–Manali (Naya Tapru) (5N/6D – ₹13,500)
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Terrain: High-altitude desert, monasteries, surreal landscapes.
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Highlights: Key Monastery, Chandratal Lake, Kunzum Pass.
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Culture: Tibetan Buddhist heritage, remote village hospitality.
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Best For: Offbeat explorers, photographers, cultural trekkers.
🚵 Sela Pass Guwahati–Tawang MTB Cycling (5N/6D – ₹13,500)
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Route: Bhalukpong → Dirang → Sela Pass → Tawang
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Altitude: Sela Pass at 13,700 ft
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Experience: Kameng River valley, Monpa tribal culture, Tawang Monastery.
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Challenge: Steep climbs, cold weather, remote terrain.
🕉️ Deoriatal–Chopta–Tungnath–Chandrashila (6N/7D – ₹9,500)
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Trail: Forests → Alpine meadows → Highest Shiva temple → Summit views.
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Altitude: 12,083 ft
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Highlights: Sunrise over Chaukhamba, stargazing, spiritual energy.
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Difficulty: Moderate; ideal for fit beginners and spiritual trekkers.
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