37 curated campsites — from riverside to high-altitude
Glamping in the beautiful Aru Valley near Pahalgam. Green meadows with the Lidder River flowing through. Popular base for Kolahoi Glacier trek.
Swiss tents, attached bath, bonfire, pony rides, restaurant
📍 Pahalgam
Camping at Gorson Bugyal (alpine meadow) above Auli with 270-degree Himalayan panorama including Nanda Devi. Easy 3km trek from Auli cable car top station.
Trek tents, sleeping bags, meals, guide service
📍 Auli
Hidden gem campsite along the Uhl River in Barot Valley. Famous for trout fishing. Very few tourists. Surrounded by thick pine and deodar forest.
Dome tents, common bath, trout fishing, campfire
📍 Barot Valley
Upscale camping in the iconic Betaab Valley (named after the Bollywood film). Surrounded by dense pine forests and snow peaks. Well-maintained luxury tents.
Luxury tents, attached bathroom, heater, restaurant
Camp at the paragliding landing site in Bir. Watch paragliders land all day. Tibetan colony nearby with monasteries and cafes. Budget-friendly with good vibes.
Tents with beds, common bath, paragliding booking, cafe
📍 Bir Billing
Quieter alternative to Shivpuri. Deeper in the valley with better cliff formations. Some camps offer cliff jumping and rappelling. Basic facilities.
Dome tents, common bath, cliff jumping point, rappelling
📍 Rishikesh
Backpacker-style camping across the bridge from Kasol in Chalal village. Right on the Parvati River. Basic but atmospheric. Popular with budget travelers and trekkers heading to Kheerganga.
Basic tents, bonfire, common toilet, chai stall
📍 Kasol & Parvati Valley
High-altitude camping beside the crescent-shaped Chandratal Lake. No permanent structures. Nights drop below freezing even in summer. Multiple operators set up seasonal camps.
Basic tents, common dining area, dry toilet
📍 Spiti Valley
Camping in the lush Chopta meadows (Mini Switzerland of India) with Deoriatal lake nearby. Starting point for Tungnath-Chandrashila trek. Rhododendron forests in April-May.
Tents provided, common kitchen, bonfire, trekking guides
📍 Chopta & Tungnath
GMVN-style eco camping in deodar forests between Mussoorie and Chamba. Clean air, bird watching, and snow views in winter. Quiet alternative to crowded Mussoorie.
Eco cottages + tents, attached bath, nature trail, bonfire
📍 Dhanaulti
Camping at Ghangaria, the gateway to Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib. Government-run and private camps available. Short monsoon window only. UNESCO World Heritage trek.
GMVN tents, dormitory, meals, guide service
📍 Valley of Flowers
Camping in the meadows of Gulmarg with views of Apharwat Peak. Gondola ride to Phase 1 nearby. In summer, the meadows are carpeted with wildflowers. Cold nights even in July.
Alpine tents, meals, trekking guide, pony rides
📍 Gulmarg
One of the most remote and beautiful camping locations in Kashmir. Near the LOC. Habba Khatoon peak views. Extremely limited tourist infrastructure — that is the charm. Permit required.
Basic tents, home-cooked meals, no electricity, guide mandatory
📍 Gurez Valley
Base camp for the popular Hamta Pass trek. Set in a pristine valley with glacier views. Trek-oriented camping — no luxury, just mountains and silence. 2-day trek minimum.
Trek tents, sleeping bags, guide, meals on trail
📍 Manali
Camping at the unique cold desert sand dunes of Hunder in Nubra Valley. Ride the rare Bactrian (double-hump) camels. Surreal landscape where desert meets mountains. ILP required.
Swiss tents, attached bath, double-hump camel ride, restaurant
📍 Nubra Valley
Year-round camping in dense deodar forests of Jibhi. Mix of tents and wooden huts. Peaceful stream nearby. Home-style Himachali food. Great for couples and solo travelers.
Wooden cottages + tents, bonfire, stream access, home-cooked meals
📍 Jibhi
Premium riverside glamping on the Kosi River near Corbett National Park. Tiger safari bookings available. Night sounds of the jungle. Morning birdwatching from the river deck.
Luxury tents, AC, attached bath, pool, jeep safari, bird hide
📍 Jim Corbett National Park
Camping along the Bhaga River in Jispa, a key stop on the Manali-Leh highway. Dramatic barren mountain landscape. Acclimatization point for Leh-bound travelers.
Swiss tents, attached bath, bonfire, mountain views
📍 Keylong
Well-managed adventure camp in dense forest near Kanatal. Popular weekend getaway from Delhi (300km). Zip-lining, rappelling, and Surkanda Devi temple trek nearby.
Luxury tents, attached bath, zip-line, rappelling, nature walks
📍 Kanatal
Glamping-style camp on the banks of the Spiti River in Kaza. Heated tents with proper beds. Good base for exploring Ki, Kibber, and Langza.
Swiss tents, attached bathroom, restaurant, bonfire area
Camping at Gaurikund before the 16km trek to Kedarnath temple. Basic but functional. Good for acclimatization before the steep climb. Helicopter booking desk nearby.
Basic tents, common facilities, hot meals, porter booking
📍 Kedarnath
Base camp for Khaliya Top trek with panoramic views of Panchachuli peaks. Remote Kumaon location. The trek is moderate (6km) with stunning alpine meadows at the top.
Trek tents, sleeping bags, basic meals, guide
📍 Munsiyari
Trek-in-only campsite at the famous Kheerganga hot springs. 12km trek from Barshaini. Natural hot water pool with Himalayan views. No electricity — candles and starlight only.
Tent rental, hot spring, basic food stalls, no electricity
Quieter alternative to Sam dunes. Authentic village experience in Khuri with local Rajasthani families. Simpler setup but more genuine cultural immersion. Fewer tourists.
Mud huts + tents, basic bath, camel ride, village walk
📍 Jaisalmer
Peaceful cantonment town camping surrounded by oak and pine forests. No commercial chaos — Lansdowne is a restricted cantonment area. Good birding destination.
Tents with beds, common bath, bonfire, nature walks, bird watching
📍 Lansdowne
Comfortable glamping in Leh town with mountain views. Good acclimatization base before heading to Pangong, Nubra, or Tso Moriri. Oxygen support available for altitude sickness.
Deluxe tents, attached bath, restaurant, oxygen cylinder, garden
📍 Leh
Camping right on the shores of Pangong Tso with surreal blue-green water. Extremely cold nights. No running water — water is trucked in. Inner Line Permit required.
Basic tents, sleeping bags, common toilet, meals included
📍 Pangong Tso
Premium glamping experience at the edge of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. Air-conditioned luxury tents with four-poster beds. Morning and evening safari drives. Tiger sighting probability ~40%.
Luxury safari tents, AC, attached bath, pool, restaurant, jeep safari desk
📍 Ranthambore
Classic Thar Desert camping experience at Sam Sand Dunes, 42km from Jaisalmer. Camel safari at sunset, Rajasthani folk music and dance under the stars. Package includes dinner and breakfast.
Swiss tents, attached bath, camel ride, folk dance, dinner buffet
Camp amidst apple and apricot orchards in Sangla Valley with views of Kinner Kailash. Some camps offer attached bathrooms. Fresh fruit in season (Aug-Oct).
Apple orchard tents, attached bath option, home-cooked meals
📍 Chitkul & Sangla Valley
The most popular camping stretch near Rishikesh along the Ganges. White sand beach camps with rafting starting point. Attached bathrooms and hot water in winter.
Swiss tents, attached bath, rafting desk, volleyball, bonfire
Camping near the stunning Sissu waterfall in Lahaul Valley, just north of Atal Tunnel. Dramatic mountain scenery with the Chandra River. Easy access via the tunnel from Manali side.
Swiss tents, attached bath, restaurant, bonfire
📍 Sissu & Lahaul Valley
Adventure camping in Solang Valley with a range of activities — paragliding, zorbing, rope course, and snow activities in early season. 14km from Manali town.
Swiss tents, common bath, paragliding, zorbing, rope course
Camping near the Thajiwas Glacier in the Meadow of Gold. Snow-capped peaks all around. Short trek to glacier. Pony rides available for families.
Alpine tents, sleeping bags, meals, guide service
📍 Sonamarg
Camping and fishing retreat on the Tirthan River in Great Himalayan National Park buffer zone. Trout fishing permits available. Some of the cleanest river water in India.
Cottages + tents, trout fishing gear, bonfire, riverside deck
📍 Tirthan Valley
Remote camping at one of Ladakh's most pristine high-altitude lakes. Changpa nomad territory. No electricity, no phone signal. True wilderness camping.
Basic tents, sleeping bags, dry toilet, kerosene heater
📍 Tso Moriri
Remote camping in the Zanskar Valley accessible only in summer. Gateway to the famous Chadar frozen river trek (winter). Rafting on the Zanskar River. True adventure territory.
Basic tents, meals, trekking support, river rafting coordination
📍 Zanskar Valley
