3 semaines en Inde dans très peu de temps!!je suis aux anges!
en effet je pars du 7 Juillet au 26 Juillet 2019, avec deux amis 3 semaines au Ladakh, dont une semaine de trek en autonomie dans la vallée de la Marka!! un d'entre eux a déjà été 9 fois en Inde et a déjà également fait la vallée de la Marka!je pars rassurée et entourée (un d'entre est infirmier) car le 1 er voyage en Inde est à priori radical : on adore ou on déteste!!je verrai bien mais j'espère ressentir la magie souvent évoquée pour l'Inde!
Par contre cet ami n'a aucun souvenir du couchage chez l'habitant :fournissent ils des couvertures?je pense amener juste un sac à viande en soie mais espère ne pas avoir froid!
qui pourrait me conseiller?
De plus auriez vous des conseils sur les vêtements à amener impérativement?
Tee shirt avec manches?sans manches en altitude? shorts (les touristes femmes se baladent elles en Inde en short?aucune envie de choquer) une seule polaire ou plusieurs couches ?des gants?un bonnet?
je reviendrai surement vers vous voyageurs de Forum Voyage!!
belle soirée!
laurence de Bayonne
Bonjour
je partirai juste avant toi, ce sera la première fois aussi je n'ai pas d'expérience personnelle, mais je me suis posé les mêmes questions.
Me basant sur les infos recueillies je ne prendrai qu'un sac à viande, les couvertures étant fournies.
Pour le reste ce sera l'équipement de randonnée, et les températures semblent clémentes en journée mais fraîches en soirée
Bons préparatifs
fournissent ils des couvertures? je pense amener juste un sac à viande en soie mais espère ne pas avoir froid! qui pourrait me conseiller?
Oui, il y a des couvertures, et même de bonnes couettes chaudes. Il ne faut pas hésiter à les demander. Quand il fait -20°C ou -25°C ou moins en hiver, ils sont bien obligés de se couvrir la nuit dans leurs maisons sans chauffage. Et pour 1000 Rs (l'an dernier), ils peuvent le faire.
Tee shirt avec manches?
Oui, pour éviter les coups de soleil, sinon il faudra se badigeonner de crème solaire !
sans manches en altitude?
Non, seulement pour se promener dans Leh, et utiles dans la chaleur de Delhi ou d'ailleurs hors du Ladakh.
shorts (aucune envie de choquer)
Non, ce serait déplacé !
les touristes femmes se baladent elles en Inde en short?
Possible avec 4 copains : un à droite, un à gauche, un devant et un derrière !
une seule polaire ou plusieurs couches ?
A l'altitude de Leh, il y a une différence de température de 15°C entre le jour et la nuit, et entre l'ombre et le soleil. En juillet la température moyenne le jour est de 25 °C. En altitude, cette différence sera de 20 °C.
des gants?un bonnet?
Non. Éventuellement un bonnet de nuit pour les chauves pour la nuit à Nimaling !
Dans la journée, même si le fond de l'air est frais, le soleil est brûlant. Quand on s'arrête à l'ombre d'un mur ou d'un arbre (il y en a dans la Markha), on finit par avoir froid.
Les autres choses utiles ( indispensables ?) sont les lunettes de soleil et un stick à lèvres (qui se fendillent à cause de la sècheresse de l'air), et bien entendu chapeau, casquette, bob, (béret basque !), pour qui n'a pas l'épaisse chevelure des Ladakhis.
Le Ladakh n'a rien à voir avec l’Inde chaude, humide et surpeuplée, et on s'adapte très bien.
Malheureusement la récente invasion des Indiens des plaines pendant l'été est en train de le défigurer.
Djullé !
J 'ai fait la vallée de la Markha en Vtt sans guide et avec un ami au mois de mai 2019 et de toute les vallées que j 'ai parcouru autour de Leh ( markha- Nubra-Iudus) , c 'est bien celle la que j'ai le plus appréciée surtout dans les rencontres. Une chaleur humaine exceptionnelle, un accueil incroyable par des gens qui n 'ont pas grand chose ( ils labourent encore avec les yaks) et qui offrent un repas avec des légumes frais et de qualité et surtout avec un sourire généreux. Des couvertures très chaudes sont à dispo. Prévoyez juste un sac à viande.
Vous trouvez des "stay home" dans les villages le long du parcours. Nous avons loger chez l 'habitant et nous avons vraiment apprécié à Sara (premiére maison du village) et à Chokdo ( demander de ma part Stanzin, une femme adorable avec son enfant ). Nous avons fait le col Gongmarula dans la neige et la descente jusqu 'à Chokdo est assez longue, encaissée et technique (on était en vtt et apparemment les premiers de la saison) mais tellement belle !! . Prévoyez de partir tôt de Nimaling .
Suivez bien les conseils donné il y a quelques jours par Djullé84 au sujet de l 'adaptation à l 'altitude et du nécessaire important à emporter (créme solaire, stick lévres, ...;) et vous allez vivre une expérience fabuleuse. je peux vous faire suivre ma trace GPS si vous voulez..
3 semaines en Inde dans très peu de temps!!je suis aux anges!
en effet je pars du 7 Juillet au 26 Juillet 2019, avec deux amis 3 semaines au Ladakh, dont une semaine de trek en autonomie dans la vallée de la Marka!! 3 semaines en Inde dans très peu de temps!!je suis aux anges!
Bonjour,
Si le Ladakh est bien en Inde Il a peu de similitude avec l'Inde .
Il se rapproche plus du Tibet pour son mode de vie sa langue sa religion...
Donc si tu vas au Ladakh directement de Delhi en prenant l'avion tu passeras à côté de l'Inde à moins de garder quelques jours pour visiter Delhi ou d'aller au Ladakh en faisant une ou 2 étapes et d'y aller par la route de Manali à Leh par exemple.
Si le Ladakh est bien en Inde Il a peu de similitude avec l'Inde. Il se rapproche plus du Tibet pour son mode de vie sa langue sa religion...
C'est une des raisons pour lesquelles le Ladakh est devenu une destination très populaire pour les touristes indiens : comment se retrouver totalement dépaysés dans son propre pays.
Cela vaut aussi pour les ladakhis qui voyagent dans le reste de l'Inde, comme en avait rendu compte un attachant documentaire français sur des nonnes zanskaries en vadrouille aux 4 coins de l'Inde.
En sus, je vais citer Jean-Louis Taillefer, auteur du guide Ladakh - Zanskar (voir http://ladak.free.fr/) :
toute journée passée à Leh, est une journée de moins passée au Ladakh
Soulignant ainsi que si Leh est la capitale du Ladakh, elle a perdu une grande part de l'esprit ladakhi traditionnel. Lequel est visiblement encore très présent dans la Vallée de Markha, à lire le précédent retour d'expérience.
garder quelques jours pour visiter Delhi
Sage précaution pour pallier le cas échéant à une coupure des voies de communication entre le Ladakh et le reste de l'Inde. En septembre 2014, cela avait duré 3 jours successifs, avion et routes, et même Internet. Très rares, mais cela arrive...
Fabrice
S'exposer à l'Etranger lointain amène à mieux connaître et comprendre sa propre Culture.
Bonjour
Nous avons comme projet de séjourner 8 jours sur l'ile de Sao Nicolau, sac à dos. Nous hésitons de prendre le bateau de Sao Vicente ou un vol inter iles. On me dit que les bateaux ne partent pas toujours?
Nous souhaitons faire trois haltes chez l'habitant afin de voyager en étoile de chacun des 3 points.
Première escale dans les environ de Juncalinho, deuxième escale du coté de Cachaco et enfin une troisième étape du coté de Tarrafal. Nous recherchons des pensions simple mais authentiques (pas d'hôtels). Avez-vous des suggestions?
Merci
Bonjour.. Nous partons à 2 faire le chemin Porto Fisterra le 15 septembre...Nous hésitons entre voie côtière ou chemin intérieur.. sur celui-ci il semble beaucoup de passages routiers... Nous aimerions avoir quelques retours d expérience...Merci..
Hello,
In mid-November, we’ll be in Mindelo and Santo Antão.
We’ve booked transportation with Kapverden Tours.
One trip is from Porto Novo to Ponta do Sol, including the hike from Corda to Coculi.
What’s the trail like?
Then we’ll be staying in Ponta do Sol,
Here’s what we’re planning:
A hike to Fontainhas—what’s the best direction, considering we’re not great with climbs? No problem with flat terrain or descents.
Take an aluguer to Ribeira Grande and continue along the coastal road.
With the agency:
An excursion to Cruzinha with a short walk.
Return to Porto Novo via the path from Cova to… I’m not sure where yet, to pick up the car for Porto Novo, since we’ll be taking the ferry that evening.
We’ll have a guide for this hike.
We’d love to spend a day in Tarrafal, but getting back requires a boat or taxi, and it’s really expensive!
We’re a couple, 78 and 76 years old.
What do you think of this itinerary?
I’m planning to do the Mercantour crossing following the Randoxygène route in mid-July.
I’m used to hiking in the mountains, but I sometimes get vertigo, for example on ridges with drops on both sides. I wanted to check if there are any T4 or T3-T4 sections and find out if there are any very exposed passages—and if so, where—so I can plan an alternative route.
Can anyone give me some info on this?
Thanks!
hi how can I get internet when I arrive at Haneda? I mean in areas without free wifi. Is it more interesting to buy a SIM card? If so, at the airport? thanks for your help
We're planning to go at the end of November/beginning of December to visit (with a rental car) and hike on La Palma and El Hierro for 15 full days, including 1 day for inter-island ferry transfers. What’s the best split between the two islands—8 days on La Palma and 6 on El Hierro, or even more time for La Palma? Should we have one or two home bases on La Palma? Thanks for your tips!
Annie
Hi there,
I’m planning to cross the Gourgs Blancs Pass at the end of the month, from La Soula Refuge to Portillon Refuge. On this section near the pass, I don’t have any trail marked on my IGN map. Is the path well signposted, or should I use a compass?
Also, beyond the physical effort, are there any technical, exposed, or vertigo-inducing sections on this part?
Since I’m finding very little info, I’m being thorough with my questions.
I'm developing a free and open-source web app for planning walking and cycling trips (and even car trips). You can create a route by clicking directly on the map to add waypoints, and it can consist of multiple stages. The app provides tools to edit the stages and the overall route, and to display useful information (distances, altitudes, and elevation changes). A relief profile can be shown as a graph for a specific stage or the entire route.
Once the route is ready, it can be exported as a GPX file, which can then be used with a GPS or a mobile navigation app.
The app is built in JavaScript and runs entirely in the web browser. It uses the Leaflet library and several OpenStreetMap-based services. Initially developed for my personal needs (I enjoy hiking and cycle touring), I’d be happy to share it with anyone who might find it useful. It’s free to use, doesn’t require an account, and the source code is available.
hi there
I’m heading to Uzbekistan for three weeks from mid-September to mid-October 2026—a country I haven’t visited yet.
I’d love to do a few multi-day hikes in the mountains without going through a tour operator or hiring a guide. Has anyone here done this?
It doesn’t have to be all trekking; day hikes are great too.
I’m open to any tips!
Also, I see there are lots of train options if you book well in advance—does that only apply to the "fast" trains? Are there buses as well?
Not very well known: Hokkaido Island has national parks that rival those in North America. Hiking there is free (even many mountain huts) and requires no formalities. These treks are described in the LP *Hiking in Japan* guide—you can just buy the Hokkaido PDF. It’s way better than Mount Fuji. Of course, everything depends on the weather, which is very unstable in the Japanese mountains (frequent strong winds). The trails are often obstacle courses.
The Daisetsu Zan traverse is a stunning hike through volcanic terrain with a remote section in the middle that requires at least one night of camping (there are basic huts for the rest, which is popular with Japanese hikers): 4 to 6 days.
The Shiretoko traverse takes 2 days with views including an island in Russia, but the ridge is brown bear territory—there are even more here than in Denali National Park in Alaska (brown bears and grizzlies are the same). I ran into 7 in just 6 hours of hiking!
Hi everyone,
I’m leaving on Monday, August 3rd for my very first long-distance trek: the GR223 from Coutances to Mont Saint-Michel, over 6-7 days (~11-14 miles/day), solo.
I’m looking for tips from people who know this section well (Coutances → Regnéville-sur-Mer → Hauteville-sur-Mer → Bréhal → Granville → Genêts → bay crossing):
Budget-friendly accommodations: I’m struggling to find affordable stopover lodgings (a lot of what I find online are expensive vacation rentals, not really suited for a solo hiker). If you have any great spots (hostels, hiker-friendly B&Bs, nice campgrounds), I’d love to hear them!
Bay crossing: Any feedback on guides/providers leaving from Genêts for the final crossing?
General tips for a first long-distance trek: What you wish you’d known before your first time, pitfalls to avoid, etc.
Hi,
We’re planning to do the 4-day trek from Mestia to Ushguli without an agency. The descriptions mention that there are accommodations at each stop, but we can’t find any details about them. Has anyone got info or feedback on this route?
New to this forum, I’m planning a pretty big project for 2028.
I’m heading to Nepal to do a trek from Kathmandu all the way to Everest Base Camp (a cool 5,300 m 😄).
This trek is a bit special because even though I’ll be part of a group, I’m going solo (so far, no problem—I’m used to it). But it’s my first real trek, and it’s also a humanitarian one: once I reach base camp, I’ll stay an extra week to help clean up the waste left by tens of thousands of climbers! Since I’m originally from South America, from two countries that share the Andes, I have a deep respect for mountains—they fascinate me. So Everest… it’s kind of the trip of a lifetime!
So, a little question for those who’ve done treks to Everest before… any tips for good mental preparation (I’m already working on the physical side)?
We're planning to trek in Peru and Bolivia and would love to find some local agencies.
If you know any, could you share details on prices and, of course, the names of the agencies?
Which trek would you recommend?
Elocine
I'm heading out on a fully self-sufficient trek in Morocco (10 days) from Imilchil to Aghbalou.
Can I find screw-on gas canisters (Coleman, Primus) in Marrakech (any addresses?) or in villages between Imilchil and Aghbalou?
If not, are Butagaz canisters for camping gas (small 230g size) available?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hello, I’d like to embark on a little trip in my home country, Switzerland. I’ll start walking from La Cure, heading toward Le Noirmont first, then I’ll improvise my route—but it’ll probably follow the French border... at least as far as Lac de Joux.
I’ll decide day by day how much farther to go after that. My goal is to stay in nature as much as possible, wander around for as long as I can, and restock food in villages or towns along the way.
I’m thinking of mostly camping, but we’ll see if I end up in a hotel or another campsite depending on my route.
I’d love to reach La Chaux-de-Fonds on foot... maybe even Delémont.
The whole thing should take about a week, give or take.
I’ll be bringing my dog, and I’m preparing for this as soon as I’m ready.
Any tips to make sure everything goes smoothly for us? Things I should know—or avoid? What about shepherds with their flocks of sheep? And isn’t hunting season open right now?
I’m not sure if what I’m planning is even doable, which is why I’m asking around.
This’ll be my first time doing something like this—wandering in nature *and* with a dog. I’m really excited for this adventure... and I need it. Thanks!
We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots?
Thanks in advance for your tips.
We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries!
Claire and Albert
Hi, this might not be the right section, but I’d like to know if it’s possible to start mountaineering with another person without necessarily hiring a guide. We’ve done quite a bit of hiking but not mountaineering—we’ll just do a half-day glacier course. After that, we were thinking of starting with La Grande Motte and the Pointe de la Traversière, which were recommended to us. Honestly, for things like roping up and knots, I’ll learn at home with lots of videos and a book.
I’d love to know if anyone has done treks in the Rwenzori Mountains and how much it costs on average, what the infrastructure is like, the landscapes, and safety in the area. Thanks so much! I’m really looking forward to your replies.
We’re leaving in 9 days for a two-week trip to Madeira, mainly to hike.
From my research, I’ve found that since last year, access to most trails—and systematically for the most popular ones—is now paid. You have to pay an access fee of 4.50 € per person per classified hike in 2026, and even 10.50 € for the most iconic hike: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. When paying, you also have to choose a day and a 30-minute time slot for your start time. Of course, this reservation is neither changeable nor refundable, even if the weather that day is terrible.
Personally, given the massive influx of tourists to the island in recent years, I don’t mind paying a fee to help maintain the trails. Similarly, setting a limit on the number of people who can hike them per day is certainly preferable to preserve this priceless heritage.
However, what’s much less fair is that in reality, most of the available spots are reserved: 1/ for Madeira residents (which is normal); 2/ for "economic operators" (meaning local tour operators). For example, if you’re a non-resident (independent tourist), no booking is possible for the Pico Arieiro hike for an early morning start before September! So, unfortunately, we’ll have to skip this hike.
It’s the same issue for Ponta de São Lourenço, the 25 Fontes, Pico Ruivo... in short, all the most popular hikes. Oh well, we’ll skip those too!
So my question is: which hikes do you recommend where we won’t face the huge crowds that the others get? And where we can book the day before for the next day, taking the weather into account?
Finally, a quick accommodation question: we’ve booked the first week in Funchal, but I haven’t decided yet for the second week. Do you have any advice on where to stay in the south or north, preferably avoiding overly concrete-heavy and touristy spots?
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge.
I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle.
In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
We’re flying from Montreal to Lyon this August to go hiking in the French Alps. We’ve rented a car and will be staying at campgrounds. We’re planning to do day hikes and want to stay a few days in one spot, do a few hikes, then move on to our next camping spot. Could you share your favorite spots or any recommendations for places to spend a few days with great hikes?
A few details:
We arrive in early August and leave in early September.
We’re looking for day hikes (or shorter), moderate difficulty, with a cumulative elevation gain of no more than 1000m, and of course, beautiful scenery!
We’d prefer not to drive too much—maybe it’s best not to head too far south and deal with unnecessary heat?
Along the same lines, if you know of any great campgrounds where we can start our hike directly without needing the car, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Hi there,
I’m planning to go hiking on this island and would like to know the best time to do it. I visited for a few days in November 2018—not for hiking but just to explore—and the weather wasn’t great, especially in the mountains. So, is a star-shaped itinerary doable if I rent a car and maybe use two different accommodations?
I’m not planning to join an organized group—just traveling with one other person and organizing things ourselves—unless you’d recommend a local agency or guide. Finally, even though I’ll be getting maps, a topo guide, and a GPS, I’d really appreciate your top hiking recommendations.
Thanks so much for your tips!
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there?
A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions?
For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip...
Thanks for your tips!
Have a great day,
Anie, Toulouse
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice?
Best regards,
Hi there, I’m planning the Annapurna Circuit for March 2027 and I’m looking for a local agency with a local guide—preferably French-speaking—to arrange this trek for us. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hello!
We’re spending a few days in Toraja country at the end of May. We’d love to do a day trek—taking our time—on a route that’s stunning in terms of scenery, but not a level 5 in difficulty!
Any suggestions you can share, please?
Thanks in advance
