Triund Overnight Trek Guide: Difficulty, Best Time, Cost & How to Prepare
Everything you need to know before the Triund Overnight Trek in Himachal Pradesh: how hard it is, when to go, how to train, what to pack and what it costs — from the team that runs it.
Why do the Triund Overnight Trek?
- Camp on the ridge with the Dhauladhar wall right in front of you
- Sunset over the Kangra valley and sunrise on the snow
- An optional climb to Snowline on day 2
- Short enough for fit families
How difficult is the Triund Overnight Trek?
The Triund Overnight Trek is graded easy, covering about 14 km on foot and reaching about 2,850 m. Daily walks are a few hours long on clear trails, so it suits fit beginners who train beforehand.
Best time for the Triund Overnight Trek
Best season: March–June and September–December. From December to February expect snow on the trail and nights well below freezing — microspikes and proper winter layers matter. See what each month is like on our treks in March page.
How to prepare for the Triund Overnight Trek
Start training 3–4 weeks before the trek. By departure you should be able to walk or jog 5 km in under 40 minutes comfortably.
- Brisk walk or jog 3–5 km, four days a week
- Climb 10–15 floors of stairs twice a week
- One long walk of 2–3 hours on a weekend, in the shoes you'll trek in
- Break in your trekking shoes on at least three long walks before the trip
Triund Overnight Trek itinerary, day by day
- Day 1McLeodganj to Triund — Meet at the McLeodganj main square.
- Day 2Sunrise, Snowline option, back down — The first sun on the Dhauladhar peaks, then breakfast.
Triund Overnight Trek packing list
- ✓Trekking shoes with ankle support and a deep grip, broken in before the trip
- ✓40–60 L backpack with a rain cover, plus a small daypack if you offload
- ✓Three warm layers (fleece + padded/down jacket) — nights drop near or below 0 °C
- ✓Waterproof jacket or poncho and quick-dry trek pants (no jeans)
- ✓Woollen cap, fleece gloves and 3 pairs of socks (1 woollen)
- ✓UV sunglasses, SPF 50 sunscreen and lip balm
- ✓Two 1 L water bottles (no single-use plastic on the trail)
- ✓Headlamp with spare batteries
- ✓Trekking pole (recommended; can be hired)
- ✓Personal medicines, plus Diamox only if your doctor advises it
- ✓Government photo ID — original and one photocopy (needed for forest permits)
The full checklist: Himalayan trek packing list.
How to reach the Triund Overnight Trek
Our trip starts and ends at McLeodganj bus stand or Gaggal Airport. Gaggal (Kangra) airport is about 15 km away with limited flights; Pathankot is the nearest major railhead (about 3 hrs), and overnight buses run from Delhi (about 12 hrs).
Triund Overnight Trek cost
Our 2-day Triund Overnight Trek costs ₹2,909 per person.
Included
- Shared transport from McLeodganj to the trailhead and back
- 1 night in tents on Triund ridge
- All meals on the trek, from lunch on day 1 to lunch on the last day
- Certified trek leader trained in wilderness first aid, plus a local guide, cook and support staff
- Forest-department and trek permits, camping charges
- Tents, sleeping bags, mats, dining and toilet tents
- First-aid kit, oxygen cylinder and pulse oximeter — everyone is checked every morning and evening
Not included
- Travel to the pickup point and back home
- Backpack offloading (available as an add-on)
- Personal trekking gear — shoes, jackets, poles (can be hired as an add-on)
- Meals on the drive days before and after the trek, unless listed
- Travel insurance
- Anything personal: tips, snacks, bottled drinks, phone charging at tea shops
- Costs from weather, landslides or road closures that force a change of plan
Triund Overnight Trek: questions trekkers ask
How difficult is the Triund Overnight Trek?
It's graded easy, with about 14 km on foot over 2 days and a highest point of about 2,850 m. Fit beginners can do it with a few weeks of preparation.
What is the best time for the Triund Overnight Trek?
March–June and September–December. Expect snow and sub-zero nights in the winter months.
How much does the Triund Overnight Trek cost?
Our 2-day trip starts at ₹2,909 per person, including shared transport from mcleodganj to the trailhead and back; 1 night in tents on triund ridge; all meals on the trek, from lunch on day 1 to lunch on the last day.
What is the maximum altitude of the Triund Overnight Trek?
About 2,850 m above sea level.
Can beginners do the Triund Overnight Trek?
Yes. It's one of the treks we recommend for first-timers — train for 3–4 weeks so you can walk or jog 5 km in under 40 minutes.
Where does the Triund Overnight Trek start?
Our trip starts and ends at McLeodganj bus stand or Gaggal Airport. Gaggal (Kangra) airport is about 15 km away with limited flights; Pathankot is the nearest major railhead (about 3 hrs), and overnight buses run from Delhi (about 12 hrs).
Ready for the Triund Overnight Trek?
Trek leader, permits, camps and meals handled — one enquiry, no payment until you confirm.