Manali- Chamba- Sach Pass
Trek Difficult
Maximum Height3600 mts.
Requirements Experience in difficult Trekking/ Mountaineering essential.
Period May- June, September- October
Duration 08 NIGHTS & 09 DAYS
Day 01 Manali- Udaipur- Raoli, drive by taxi, 8 hours
Day 02 Raoli- Sach (2150 mts.), 6 hours Trek on the way good temples to see
Day 03 Sach- Kilar, one can go to Mindyhat temple in the morning before starting for Killar
Day 04 Kilar- Bindrabani (2800 mts.), steep down to Chenab river and then 5 hours steep ascents to Bindrabani
Day 05 Bindrabani- Bagotu (3600 mts.), 2.5 hours to climb to Duna Sarai (2500 mts.) and then 3 hours further to Bagotu
Day 6 Bagotu- Satrundi (3400 mts.), 4 hours steep ascent to the Sach Pass and then 2 hours down to camp
Day 07 Satrundi- Traila (2000 mts.), 4 hours down going to Always and 3 hours to Traila.
Day 08 Traila- Chamba (996 mts.) by taxi, 5 hours drive
Day 09 Chamba- Pathankot via Dalhousie by taxi, 6 hours drive
Facilities Include boarding, lodging, transport, portage, camping equipment except personal equipment.
Kinner Kailash Parikrama
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 5242 Mts.
Requirement (Limited past experience in Trekking essential)
Period May- September
Duration 06 NIGHTS & 07 DAYS
Day 01 Kalpa- Thangi (2966 m-50 km) by bus, school building can be used for night, and tent age accommodation
Day 02Thangi- Lambar (289 m-12 km) Trek slightly going down
Day 03 Lambar- Charang (3506 m- 12 km) the Trek is through different terrain
Day 04 Charang- Chitkul (3450 m- 14 km) Over Charang Ghati (5242 m), gradual climbing to the Pass and then easy descending
Day 05 Chitkul- Rakchham (2900 m-12 km) Jeep able road in operation during season, otherwise Trek down to Rakchham
Day 6 Rakchham-Sangla (2590 m-14 km) Along the Baspa river in the Sangla Valley. Rest house available
Day 07 Sangla- Karchham (1982 m- 17 km) Through the Sangla valley with good view
Of mountain ranges.
Facilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment, except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total No. Of days possible.
Manali- Hamya Herbal Trek
TrekModerate
Meximum Heght 4268 Mtrs.
Requirement Limited Past experience in Trekking essential
Period June to September
Duration 07 NIGHTS & 08 DAYS.
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 mts.) & Acclimatization walk.
day 2 Manali- Pandu Ropa- 10 Kms., Pandu Ropa is situated at 2800 mts. The camp is located on the left bank of Hamta Nullah. From here three Trek leading to different valleys, which are abundant in herbal plants. Here one can find beautiful caves and tents can also be pitched.
day 3 Pandu Ropa- Chikka and back to Pandu Ropa – 6 kms, Chhika is situated at 3000 mtrs. Here and further above the tree line plenty of bushes and herbs e.g. gentian, Kurro, Swertia Chirata, Mantha- Sylvester’s, cannabis Sativa & Morchella are available.
day 4 Pandu Ropa – Balugera (base of Hamta)- 10 kms. Balugera is situated at 3800 mts. Approximately 3 km. Below Hamta Pass. Lots of minor forest produces available/.
dya 5 & 06 In search of herbal plants e.g. Aconitum heterophuyllum, Gentian Kurroo, Discourage, Pdophyllum headroom, Valerian Wallichii, Mantha- Sylvester’s and many other medicinal plants. This herbal Trek is gaining height unto Hamta Pass. At Pass, a panoramic view of peaks in Central Lahaul and close view of northern face of Deo Tibba (6001 mts.) and Indianan (6221 mts.) is available.
day 7 Return Journey- Hamta to Pandu Ropa.
day 8 Pandu Ropa- Manali.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Morchella
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 4116 Mtrs.
Requirement Limited Past experience in Trekking essential
Period June to October
Duration 09 NIGHTS 10 DAYS
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 mts.) & Acclimatization walk AROUND Manali.
day 2 Drive from Manali to Manikaran (2653 mts.) by jeep Manikaran is situated on the right bank of river Parbati, there are several hot springs of water with the temperature above boiling point and the rice can be boiled and cooked if tied in cloth and thrown into water. The air is impregnated with a distinct odour of Sulphur, which is beneficial in rheumatic and skin diseases. Manikaran is frequently visited by hundreds of pilgrims/ tourists every year.
day 3Manikaran- Pulga (2290 mts.). A gentle climbing to Pluga passing through Barshaini village and along the forest. Pluga is a beautiful Alpine pasture and resting place.
day 4 Pluga- Khirganga (2960 mts.), A gradual climb through forest, villages and passing through abundance of herbal plants.
Day 5 Khirgana – Tundabhuj (3285 mts.), walk along the forest and lots of minor forest produce are available such as Gentian Kurroo, Swerita Chirata, Podophyllum, Haxandrum, Discolored and many medicinal plants.
Day 6 Tundabhuj- Pandu Bridge (3700 mts.), a huge rock bridge to cross the river to other side and big caves is fascinating.
day 7 Pandu Bridge- Mantalai Lake (4116 mts.), the holy lake and source of river Parbati.
day 8 Trek back to Tundabhuj
Day 9 Trek back to Manikaran
Day 10 Drive back to Manali.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Dharamsala- Chhota Bhangal over sari Pass Kullu
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 3760 Mtrs.
Requirement Experience in Trekking essential
Period May- June, September- October
Duration 07 NIGHTS & 08 DAYS
day 1 Arrival Dharamsala (1800 mts.) and acclimatization walk around Dharamsala and visit to the monasteries.
day 2 Dharamsala- Bir, by jeep – 4 hours, Bir is emerging as a popular tourists destination now because of Buddhist monasteries. There are good Tibetan settlements, and foreigners are attracted to study the Tibetan Culture. There is beautiful tea garden and tourists enjoy the Kangra tea flavor.
day 3 Bir- Billing (2800 mts.) Billing is located on a ridge without any vegetation. There is a forest bungalow, which serves as a resting place for Trekkers and tourists. Billing is famous for conducting hang- gliding, Para-gliding competition. It gives a panoramic view of the valley below. From this place one can choose to go to Barabhangal after a loosing Thamsar Pass.
day 4 Billing- Kothi Kohar village- 14 kms. Kothoi Kohar falls in the backward area of Chhota Bhangal enroute one can see many species of herbal plants. The catchments area of the nearby village i.e. Rumbling river and other tributaries from the Uhi river which later merges at barot in to Lama Dugh river which descends from Lohardi.
Day 5 Kothi Kohar- Lohardi- 19 kms. Bus able route and frequently of buses is limited to 3-4 buses a day. Lohardi is a lovely village on the left side of the Lama Dugh River. This area is becoming more and more popular amongst foreign tourists for its quietness and exquisite beauty. Lohardi is now coming up with a small town. At a distance of 4 kms. Village Swar is perched on a hillside and has terraced field of potato cultivation and apple orchards. This region is visited by botanists for collection of rare species of medicinal plants of their interest.
Day 6 Lohardi- lahesh Cave (3200 mts.)- 14 kms. This Trek is moderate one and is visited by the local people and Trekkers to cross Sari Pass, which paves the way to Kullu valley. Lahesh cave can accommodate 3-4 persons in emerging. To have a tent at this place will be a pride possession for a comfortable sleep.
day 7 Lahesh Cave- Tenu village (2750 mts.)-12 kms. Tenu village is the last village of Kullu valley. People are utmost orthodox cal and do not compromise with their customs and traditions. One can have good look of the Kullu valley all along the route
day 8 Tenu village0 Solang Village- 18 kms. , And to Kullu by bus, the Trek descends to Raghol village and many small villages come in intervals. Sori Nullah meanders all along the Trek route, which terminates at Solang village, which is the bus, head for Lagg valley people, Lagg valley has apple orchards in abundance.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Wild Trek (Kullu Valley)
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 3980 Mts.
Requirement (Limited past experience in Trekking essential)
Period May, June, August, September, October & November
Duration 05 NIGHTS & 06 DAYS
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 Mts.) and acclimatization walk around Manali
day 2 The 11 kilometer Trek passes through the different villages of upper Kullu valley to put individual at Solang (2480 mts) famous for winter activities and summer sports
day 3 Solang Nalla-Dhundi (2840 mts-8 km), the Trek is gradual along with Beas river, a brand for camping site, one can have the glimpse of Indianan (6221 mts) Deo Tibba (6001 mts) and Hanuman Tibba (5930 mts)
day 4 Dhundi- Shagara Dugh (3600 mts- 8 km), the Trek enters Gumeri reserve forest after crossing Seri Nalla, wild life can be noticed, further after loosing height and cross Mugheri Nalla, one will camp at Shagara Dugh brand
Day 5 Shagara Dugh- Marhi (3380 mts.-10 km) 10 kms Trek through a small pass about 4000 mts gets into Sheila Goru Nalla, witness dying glacier, the enroute upstream leads to another pass 3988 mts projects both side view Kullu & Rohtang, Bhrigu and Sela Sar, further descend can be unto Marhi camp
Day 6 Marhi- Manali (20 kms), a steep descend puts individual to Rahla, again level walking via Kothi forest Rest House down to Kulung village and Nehru Kund to Manali.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment, except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total No. Of days possible.
Chander Trail (Kullu Valley)
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 4480 Mts.
Requirement (Limited past experience in Trekking essential)
Period May- June, September, October
Duration 05 NIGHTS & 06 DAYS
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 mts) and acclimatization walk around Manali
day 2 Manali- Khanol, drive to Jagatsukh, further Trek upwards through the forests ends up a place known as Khanol on the left bank of Dhuangan Nalla
day 3 Khanol- Chhika (6 kms), Trek through unspoiled lush green forests, Alpine plateau the camping site surrounded by beautiful rock climbing area
day 4 Chhika- Seri (5 kms), Trek through alpine meadows with moderate climb for camp at Ser plateau
Day 5 Seri- Chandertal (4480 mts) & back Seri with small pack one can visit to Chamdertal area skied mountain of the Himalayan.
Day 6 Seri- Manali same trails follow back to Jagatsukh via Bhanara village, jeep drive back to Manali.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment, except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total No. Of days possible.
Malana History Trek (Kullu Valley)
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 3960 Mts.
Requirement (Limited past experience in Trekking essential)
Period May, June, August, September
Duration 06 NIGHTS & 07 DAYS
day 1 Arrival Manali (2950 mts) and acclimatization walk around Manali
day 2 Drive from Manali to Naggar and Trek to Rumsu village (2377 mts) on the way stop at Rorich Art gallery, camp at Rumsu
day 3 Rumsu- Chanderkhani (3960 mts-8km), a striking view of Deo Tibba over looking the view of Malana glen
day 4 Chanderkani- Malana (2617 mts- 7 km), day start with gradual climb with 360 degree view covering snowy peaks and down side the wide valley of Kullu and Parbati. Further descending Trek leads to mysterious village of Malam, a historical village with Greek origin settler history
Day 5 Malana- Rashol (2598 mts- 19 km), flat walking with few ascends and descends provides Panoramic view of Pin Parbati range
Day 6 Rashol- Kasol (1585 mts-
8 km), walk through deodar forests
day 7 kasol- Manikaran and back to Manali by jeep, one will drive to Manikaran, famous for boiling temperature water, evening can be reached Manali or nearby Air port Bhuntar.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment, except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total No. Of days possible.
Hamta Trek (Kullu Valley)
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 3960 Mts.
Requirement (Limited past experience in Trekking essential)
Period May, June, August, September, October
Duration 04 NIGHT & 05 DAYS
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 Mts.) and acclimatization walk around Manali
day 2 Drive from Manali to Pirni village, further steep walk via Pandu rope to Chhika (3000 mts) camping site
day 3 Chhika- Hamta (4268 mts- 10 km), one can have a close view of Deo Tibba and Indianan Peaks, further retreat the steps back to confluence of Patpori Nalla and Hamta Nalla
day 4 Pataori Nalla- Sarotu (3400 mts-12 km), during the traverse of hills one will gain Meximum Heght of (4000 mts) and cross Jobri Nalla, the camping ground is a grazing place on the way one can visit the famous cave of Wangdwar
Day 5 Sarotu- Bhanara- Manali- (13 kms), trail descend to Bhanara village a place for old beautiful temple and ruins of forts of Piti Raja. Gradual traverse on the way famous Arjun Gufa and Shabbri temple to Manali.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment, except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total No. Of days possible.
Barot- Dansar Lake- Chhota Bhangal
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 4150 Mtrs.
Requirement Limited past experience in Trekking essential
Period May- June, September- October
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 Mts)/ Dharamsala (1800 mts) walk around and do the acclimatization.
day 2 Drive to Barot, there enjoy 5 kms trolley ride unto the winch camp gives a fantastic thrilling experience to enjoy beautiful valley FROM A HEIGHT. After the winch camp 3 kms Trek is all along the trolley line and then 3 kms. Downhill Trek to Barot. This is the loveliest Trek extending view towards Bara Bhangal region; one can have a rare and exquisite view of the Barot town and reservoir from the top hill
day 3 Barot- Marahad- 15 Kms, buses are available from barot to Lohardi. The Trek starts from Lohardi to Potang and then to Morad- a place where lot of timberwork is done. Morand valley is similar to the valley of flowers in Garhwal with plenty of wild flowers. Trek is easy and photogenic with greenery all around.
day 4 Marand- camping ground below the lake (3150 mts)- 15 kms. from Marahad the first camping place comes after a 3 hours strenuous climb between thickly wooded forest and bushes. A very flat area below the lake with numerous rivulets forms a beautiful camping ground. Bansar Lake has a circumference of about 800 mts. Just below the peaks at an elevation of 4150 mts. This lake is visited by devotees of the Lord Shiva to take holy dip in the sacred water for fulfillment of their desires; this pilgrimage comes after the Manimahesh yatra.
Day 5 One has the choice to land to Kullu valley over sari Pass route or come back to Barot the same day.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Dharamsala- Minkiani Pass Chamba
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 360 Mtrs.
Requirement Limited past experience in Trekking essential
Period June to October
Duration 06 NIGHTS & 07 DAYS
day 1 Arrival at Mcleodganj (1800 mts.) in Dharamshal, know about the town, sight seeing, visit to monasteries and temple of Bhagsu Naag.
day 2 Mcleodganj- Kareri villager (1800 mts.)- Shepherds who have smallholdings of terraced fields inhabit 13 Kms., this village. The Trek passes through Tibetan Children village, Dal Lake, Satubari and Ghera along pine trees. Gentle decent unto Ghera and then followed by a steep climb of about 2.5 km to reach the rest house.
day 3 Kareri village- Kareri Lake (3150 mts.) 13 Km., the Trek goes steeply up to Kali Mandir or one can Trek via Rohli which is a longer Trek with mild ascents. The Trek goes all along Kareri Nullah between a valleys thickly wooded on both sides. There is a Naag Mandir (Shiva temple) on the entrance of the dried lake.
day 4 Kareri Lake- Minkiani Gote (over Minkiani Pass-3250 mts.)- 10 kms. It takes about 3-4 hours to reach the pass. Sudden weather change, blizzards and white out conditions are a common phenomena at this pass. Mililani Gote has a beautiful camping area; towards east the Trek goes to the famous Lamdal Lake and north it descends to Chamba valley.
Day 5 Minkiani Gote- Drakund (1900 mts.)- 18 kms. long tiring Trek descends al, along the Lamdal Nullah to Drakund which has a forest rest house surrounded by apple orchards. The best season to visit this place is August and September, Gaddis and Gujjars are seen along with their sheep and buffaloes.
Day 6 Drakund- Dunali – 9 kms, Dunali is located on the Chamba- Bharmaur road. Drive to Chamba, which is a traditional town with famous Laxmi Narayan temples in groups. Bhuri Singh museum, Chogan and Chamunda temple on the top of the town are historic places.
day 7 Drive from Chamba to Dharmsala or Pathankot or Dalhousie as per the convenience of the group.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Dharmsala- Indrahara Pass- Bharmaur
Trek Difficult
Meximum Heght 4350 Mtrs.
Requirement High altitude experience in Trekking essential
Period June to October
Duration 07 NIGHTS & 08 DAYS
day 1 Arrival at Dharamsala/ Mcleodganj Acclimatization walk.
day 2 Sight seeing of prominent places, town, and monasteries and know about the area.
day 3 Mcleodganj- Triund (2975 mts.)- 9 Kms., it takes 3 hours to reach Triund, which is known for scenic grandeur presenting closest views of Dhauladhar. Below the valley one can enjoy the sunset and plains of Punjab and Shivalik ridges. The place is unique for stargazers; green meadows give a cozy feeling to a tried Trekker. There is a forest bungalow constructed during the British regime.
day 4 Triund- Lahesh Cave (3350 mts.)- 7 kms. the journey takes 3 hours, the Lahesh Cave is located at the base of Indrahara Pass and it is a big rock overhang to provide shelter for 8-9 Trekkers. One can also camp below the cave in flat open area. The Trek cross all along Illaqa Gote.
Day 5 Lahesh Cave- Chatta Parao (over Indrahara Pass)- 4350 mts., 3-4 hours steep and taxiing climb, this is the most frequented pass. Trekkers and shepherds choose this pass enroute to Chamba and Bharmaur, views towards central Himalayas and great Himalayan ranges is captivating from this Pass. One can have the glimpse of Chamba Kailash from this pass, camping is done at Chatta Parao under the rock shelter or pitch tents below Chatta Parao at Mondore after 3-4 kms.
Day 6 Chatta Parao- Kwarsi (2730 mts.)- 18 kms. Kwarsi is a beautiful village perched on a slope and surrounded by forest of mixed variety. Lush green fields give a nice look; there is a Shiva temple here where Trekkers generally retire for a night rest.
day 7 Kwarsi- Lamu & Choli villages- 14 kms. steep descent , dangerous narrow paths at few places. The Trek joins the bus road below lame village or near Choli village. Buses at intervals are available towards Kharamukh and Bharmaur.
day 8 Bharmaur- Chamba – by bus, for journey to Dharamsala or Pathankot or visit the famous place Khajjiar and Dalhousie.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Mcleodganj- Triund- Illaqua Gote- Mcleodganj
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 3150 Mtrs.
Requirement Little experience in Trekking essential
Period May to November
Duration 06 NIGHTS & 07 DAYS
day 1 Arrival at Mcleodganj (Dharamsala) Acclimatization walk.
day 2 Sight seeing. His holiness Monastery St. John Church in Wilderness, Dal Lake, Bhagsu Shiva temple and waterfall, Naddi Talon. Preparation for Trek and packing.
day 3 Mcleodganj- Gunna Devi (2310 mts.)- 8 kms. pass through Tibetan Children village, Dal Lake and then to Balh Nullah. Naddi to Balh Nullah is a thick deodar and oak forest and sight of a leopard is very common feature. After a steep climb so an hour one reaches at Galu on top and enjoys views on all sides. From here a 4 kms Trek facing the sun traverses towards Gunna Devi and the Kali temple.
day 4 Gunna Devi- Jeri Gote via Kanjrala (3000 mts.)-12 kms. Very thick forest of mixed variety. Lot of medicinal plants and wildlife in abundance. This is also called bear and leopard prone area; Kanjrala has a flat green meadows where shepherds camp with their flocks of sheep and goats. Form here a steep ascent is followed unto Relu Gote and then a gentle climb and traverses to Jeri Gote, which abruptly opens after a long jungle walk. Jeri Gote is located at the base of Bhimaghasutri Pass. `
Day 5 Jeri Gote- Illaqa Gote (3150 mts.) 8 kms. In the month of June the whole Trek is partially covered with snow up to Illaqa Gote that offers a view of the Pass and the Men Peak and other snow capped peaks.
Day 6 Illaqa Gote- Triund (2975 mts)- 10 kms. Triund is base camp for Trekkers going to Cahmba and Bharmaur. Lasu green meadows, closets view of Dhauladhat, sunset and panorama of Kangra valley, plains of Punjab and Shivalik range are the unique sights from this place. There is water scarcity at Triund.
day 7 Triund- Mcleodganj (1760 mts.)- 9kms.a lovely Trek descends down the valley. Well-defended trail with picturesque scenes of Mcleodganj, Bhagsu and Dharamsala town.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Indrahar- Minkiani Pass circuit Trek
Trek Difficult
Meximum Heght 3600 Mts
Requirement Experience in difficult Trekking/ Mountaineering essential
Period May- June, September- October
Duration 09 NIGHTS & 10 DAYS
day 1 Dharamsala- Triund (2975 Mts) 10 Km, gradual Trek and halt near Forest Rest House, water to be fetched one kilometer down the stream
day 2 Triund- Laka Got (3550 mts) 8 km, steady climb up, cave is enough to provide shelter for 30-40 persons near base of the pass
day 3 Laka- Got Chhata Hut (3600 mts) 10 Km, steep climbing to Indrahar Pass and gradual going to other side, from top, peaks of Pir Panjal and Mani Mahesh ranges are visible.
day 4 Chhat Hut- Kuarsi (2750 mts) 16 km, The route involves ascent and descent, view of Mani Mahesh Peaks
Day 5 Kuarsi- Gehra (1925 mts) 18 km, steep ascent and descent, panoramic view of Pir Panjal range
Day 6 Ghera- Drakund (2280 mts) 16 km, An enjoyable Trek through thick forest
day 7 Drakund- Base of Minkiani Pass (3500 mts) 12 km, Steep climbing through forests, the route is rough and locals call this pass as Belani Pass
day 8 Base of Pass- Minkiani Got (3560 mts) 10 km, It is better to climb to Lamdal for a holy dip and then Trek Down to Minkiani Got over Minkiani Pass
Day 9 Minkiani- Kareri Rest house (1980 mts) 22 km, It is going down but very tiring, Charming view from the Kareri Rest house
Day 10 Kareri- Dharamsala (1400 mts) 14 km, All descent down through Bhagsu and Mcleodganj.
Facilities Include boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, and camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Cannabis Sativa (Bhang) Trek.
Trek Moderate
Maximum Height 12000 ft.
Requirement Limited past experience in Trekking essential
Period June to October
Duration 07 NIGHTS & 08 DAYS
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 mts.) & Acclimatization walk.
day 2 Manali- Naggar- 21 kms. Manali to Naggar by transport, Naggar was an ancient capital of Kullu Raja and the castle where he lived is presently converted into a hotel with beautiful woodcarving.
day 3 Naggar- Chanderkhani Pass Base- 6 Kms., a beautiful camping ground. The Trek is studded with rare Alpine lowers. Towards the east one can look at the base of Indianan and Deo Tibba and by climbing a little above on the ridge (about 500 mts. From the camping site) one can have glimpse of the mountains all around and the distant view of Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh in clear weather.
Day 04 & 05: In search of herbal plants such as Gentian Kurro, Aconitum heterophyllum, Charasta- Swertia, Menrtha- Sylvaatris, Valerian, Wallichii, Podopghyllum haxandrum Discourage, morchella and Cannabis Sativa.
Day 6 Camp site – Malana- (2652 mts.) Across Chanderkhani Pass- 6Kms, the Chanderkhani Pass derives its name from sickle shaped moon. The descent towards Malana is steep. Malana village is situated at 2652 mts. Above sea level. This village is the seat of god Jamul who is a kind old demon or sort supposed to have originally appeared at Hamta but now to have his headquarter at Malana. In the Malana temple there is a silver image of an elephant with a figure in gold on its back said to have presented by the Emperor Akbar. The houses of the village are picturesque –looking, generally standing on the green ground surrounded with cedar and other pine trees.
day 7 Malana- Manikaran (2653 mts)- 12 kms. walk along the Malana river and upstream Parbati to Kasol, Manikaran is situated on the right bank of river Parbati. There are several hot springs (Sulphur).
day 8 Drive back Manali.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Blue Poppy Trek (Miyar Valley- Lahoul)
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 4786 Mts.
Requirement (Limited past experience in Trekking essential)
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 mts) and acclimatization walk around Manali
day 2 Drive from Manali to Udaipur (2743 mts) over Rohtang Pass (3980 mts) by jeep and visit to Triloknath temple of Shiva
day 3 Acclimatization walk around Udaipur and visit to 10th centaury old wooden temple
day 4 Short drive to Karpet and Trek Urgos village (3810 mts) through the villages Chintpurni, Changut & Tingret
Day 5 Urgos village to Khanjjar (4260 mts) the blue Poppy valley
Day 6 Khanjjar village to Than Pattan (4760 mts)
day 7 Rest day in Thanpattan with a chance to venture further to catch a view of miyar glacier & peaks
day 8 Trek back to Shalling village
Day 9 Trek from Shalling to Karpet and drive to Udaipur
Day 10 Drive back to Manali.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment, except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total No. Of days possible.
Fairy Tale Trek (Chandra Valley- Lahoul)
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 4883 Mtrs.
Requirement Limited past Experience in Trekking essential
Period July to September
Duration 07 NIGHTS & 08 DAYS
Arrival Manali (2050 Mts.) and acclimatization walk around Manali
day 2 Drive from Manali to Conium (4598 mts.) over Rohtang Pass (3980 mts.) and enter inhabitable World of Lahoul and descend down to Chandra valley, drive along the Chandra river to reach Batal. The enroute visit to catch a glimpse of the BARA SIGRI glacier. From Batal climb to reach Kunzum top and camp beside the mysterious temple of goddess Kunzum.
day 3 Kunzum- Chandertal (4270 mts.) we start our Trek with a visit to the temple of the Deity who rules the area, with a gradual climb to the top from where one can get 360 degree panorama of the greater Himalayas all brown and the snow clad peaks. From here we had to go over a small Pass blarmola and then gradually climb down to reach Chanderatal (Moon Lake).
day 4 Chanderatal –this lake is set on a large meadow of " Edelweiss" flowers, early morning view of the mountains and the reflection in the still water of the lake is rewarding. One also gets the spectacular view of the majestic MULKILA (6517 mts.) high peak. The day is free to explore the lake and surroundings.
Day 5 CHANDERATAL –TOKPO- YONGMA (4400 mts.) this day onwards we will be on the banks of river Chandra, this will be the longest day of Trek and we crampon the banks of Tokpo Yongma. The alpine flowers can be seen in abundance
Day 6 TOKPO-YONGMA-TOKPO-GONGMA (4640 mts.) This day we ford Tokpo Yongma and climb gradually towards Tokpo Gongma. This whole route is surrounded by Lofty Peaks of river T-Gongma
day 7 TOKPO-GONGMA-BARALACHALA (4883 mts.) Here we ford Tokpo Gongma or go 3 Kms. Up to reach the snow bridge and continue our Trek upstream along river Yunam and continue for about 4 kms. To reach Baralacha La cairns and the hung pasture of the pass. This is a twin pass and just is the beautiful mountain Tran Suraj Tal (the sun lake) camp on the banks of the Tal, end of the Trek.
day 8 BARALACHA-MANALI (2050 mts.) This day we drive back to Manali through the valley of Lahoul along river Bhaga and from Tandi, which is the confluence of Chnadra and Bhaga; we continue our journey on the banks of Chandra. Once again over Rohtang Pass from the rugged mountains to the lush green valley of Kullu also known as " The Valley of Gods".
Fecilities Include boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, and camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Spiti Trek (Spiti Valley)
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 4370 Mtrs.
Requirement Limited past Experience in Trekking essential
Period July to September
Duration 10 NIGHTS & 11 DAYS
day 1 Arrival Manali (2050 Mts.) and acclimatization walk around Manali
day 2 Manali-Schilling, by jeep Rohtang and Kunzum Pass, one will reach at Schilling.
day 3 Schilling- Dhankar Lake (4000 mts.)- 5 hours Trek
day 4 Dhankar Lake- Lalung (4050 mts.) 4.40 hours Trek
Day 5 Lalung- Demuel (4100 mts.) –5 hours Trek
Day 6 Dumuel –Kaumik (4150 mts.)- 5.30 hours Trek
day 7 Kaumik – Langza –5 hours Trek
day 8 Langza- Kibber (4205 mts.) –4.30 hours Trek
Day 9 Kibbar- Kaza (3800 mts.) –5.30 hours Trek
Day 10 Kaza- Sangla by taxi via Kalpa
Day 11 Sangla- Shimla via Saharan & Narkanda Note - This Trek can be taken vice versa.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible.
Shimla- Jalori Pass- Manali Trek.
Trek Easy
Meximum Heght 3223 mts.
Requirement Experience in Mountain walking essential.
Period May- June, September & October
Duration 09 NIGHTS & 10 DAYS
day 1 Shimla (2205 mts.)- Narkanda (2708 mts.) by jeep
day 2 Narkanda- Kumar Sain (1655 mts.) 16 Kms, descending through forests, apple orchards and fields, beautiful panoramic view of Kullu Saraj range.
day 3 Kumarsain- Luhri (792 mts.) 16 kms. descending through lush green fields and orchards and walking along the banks of river Satluj
day 4 Luhari- Anni (1240 mts.) 18 kms. , Gradual climb unto Anni
Day 5 Anni- Chowai – 14 kms. Gradual climb in the beginning then steep climb to Chowai.
Day 6 Chowai- Takrasi (2250 mts.) –15 kms. Walking through villages
day 7 Takrasi- Khanag (2530 mts.) –16 kms. , Good Trek with view of hills and villages of Outer Saraj
day 8 Khanag- Soja (2683 mts.)- 14 kms. , Trek over the famous Jalori Pass (3223 mts.) breath taking view and scenic spots with small mountain lake
Day 9 Soja- Banjar (1524 mts.) 15 kms, Descending to Jibhi and walking through Banjar valley villages
Day 10 Banjar- Manali (2050 mts.), by jeep
Cost 4 persons @ 80 US $ per head per day, 4 –8 persons @ 75 US $ per head per day, 8 to above @ 70 US $ per head per day.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, and camping equipment except personal equipment.
Shimla- Rohroo- Sangla
Trek Moderate
Meximum Heght 4480 Mtrs.
Requirement Limited past Experience in Trekking essential
Period May, June, September & October
Duration 10 NIGHTS & 11 DAYS
Day O1 & 02 Shimla-Rohroo (1550 m) –6 hours drive by jeep, trout fishing can be done in the evening and next day stay in the rest house.
day 3 Rohroo- Chirgaon (1800 m) –15 km., moderate ascending through villages along Pabbar River
day 4 Chirgaon- Larhot (2440 m) -6 hours steep walking for 4 hours and then moderate climbing
Day 5 Larhot- Dodra (2800 m) –6 hours steep climbing upto Chanshil Ghati (4220 m) and down Uai Gajani Thach and Kalapani`
Day 6 Dodra- Kuwar (2300 m) – 6 hours down to Rupin river and climb via Pujar; I and Dhamdharwai village to Kuwar
day 7 Kuwar- Jakha (3100 m) – 7 hours going through Katol, Jishkum and Dhara villages
day 8 Jakha- Ruknal (4400 m) – 6 hours down to cross the river and then steep climb
Day 9 Ruknal- Sangla (2590 m) – 6 hours across Rupin Ghati (4880 m) and then down to Sangla via Sangla Kanda.
Day 10 Sangla- Karchham (1982 m)- 17 km. Through the Sangla valley with good view of Sangla valley
Day 11 Karchham – Shimla (2205 m) –10 hours by jeep
Cost 4 persons @ 105 US $ per head per day, 4 –8 persons @ 100 US $ per head per day, 8 to above @ 95 US $ per head per day.
Fecilities Includes boarding, lodging, transport, porter age, camping equipment except personal equipment
Note Additional facilities possible on extra cost, increase in total number of days possible. |
