Lying in the west of India, the topography of Rajasthan varies from sand-dunes of the desert to the lofty hill ranges of the Aravallis which makes Rajasthan a trekker's paradise.
There are many beautiful meadows, dense forests, crystal lakes, waterfalls and rivulets meandering through the countryside. One of the old eat mountain ranges of the world, the Aravallis, extending from northeast to south-west have some beautiful forest areas. Mount Abu, about 1300 mts. above sea level is an ideal locale.
Kumbhalgarh is another area in the Aravallis which is also good for trekking. Kumbhalgarh is just 90 kms from Udaipur off the Udaipur-Pali- Jodhpur Road. Trek upto the historic Kumbhatgarh fort. There is also a wildlife sanctuary. The famous Jain temples of Ranakpur are close-by.
Trekking routes in Mount Abu, Kumbhalgarh and Rawali Tatgarh are not restricted to any particular area. The entire mountain system offers exciting trails which originate at starting points spread over the entire length and breadth of the Aravallis. OneCan trek from Abu Road to Guru Shikhar (highest peak of Aravali),Thandi Beri to Kumbhalgarh fort or Ranakpur to Rawali Tatgarh :
The best time for trekking in Rajasthan is from November to February. But mid-September to end of October and March-April is also pleasant. There is ample space for camping under starlit nights or in the Dak Bungalow and Forest Rest House depending on the tourist's preference.
Trekking In Udaipur
Trekking in Udaipur is a wonderful experience as it is surrounded by the beautiful Aravali Mountain Range. It has so much to offer for an adventure lover, here you will find easy, moderate & tough treks. There are so many lakes and small villages in and around Udaipur that allows you to relish nature's beauty and interact with the friendly villagers.
Trekking In Kumbhalgarh
Kumbalgarh is the best place for trekking in aravils hills. Because it was virtually inaccessible in the 15th century, Rana Kumbha of Mewar built this great defensive fortress on a 3,500 feet (1,100 meters) high hill overlooking the approaches from Ajmer and Marwar. Today, precisely because it is within easy reach of Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, and Pushkar-yet off the well trodden tourist routes-Kumbalgarh is an attractive destination. In Kumbha's time the kingdom of Mewar spread from Ranthambore to Gwalior, including vast tracts of present-day Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
Trekking In Ranakpur
Ranakpur is best place for trekking, and is surrounded by the unspoiled nature of the aravali range. One can only marvel at the magnificence of the mountains and the rugged, rock-strewn countryside. The resort offers complete tranquility, away from the hustle and bustle of city life: ' nature at its most splendid'. So come and surrender yourself to this haven, where you can be so close to nature itself. The resort's restaurant, with its rich, traditional decor reminds one of the rajput area. Facing the lush green lawns, the restaurant offers a wide variety of cuisine, including the distinctive rajasthan food. A delicious buffet lunch is available daily for visitors of the ranakpur jain temple. This ensures that visitors can choose from an excellent choice of fine dishes, without the annoying delays.