India, Aug. 17 -- Monsoon season trips are atmospheric, appealing to all the senses with the gentle patter of raindrops, vivid green rolling landscapes, cool breeze, and the earthy scent of wet soil. No longer are monsoon trips off-shoulder.

But despite destinations appearing more spectacular than ever, it is important to remember that monsoon weather can be unpredictable and bring safety risks, making careful planning essential.

Hari Ganapathy, CEO and co-founder of Pickyourtrail, shared with HT Lifestyle the common mistakes that can make a monsoon getaway risky, the warning signs travellers should monitor, and the essential precautions to take before setting out. He answered some important questions for us:

Hari believed that without...