This is one of the most enchanting and picturesque treks leading from the Kullu Valley into the scenic Kangra Valley. Magnificent Himalayan Vistas open up as the trail traverses- myriad streams, evergreen forests and lush green meadows stew with amazing variety of wild alpine flowers.
The fauna spotted reaches from the Himalayan Brown Bear to the elusive Musk deer. This area is rich in birds. It is a challenging trek to the last major landlocked region of Himachal Pradesh. The village Bara Banghal still remains cut off from the world by 4500 and 4700 m passes. Only very few trekkers find their way here.
A high altitude trek, anyone reasonably fit will find it an almost dreamlike experience. Each day presents a different and startlingly beautiful landscape, all lavishly decorated. A trek that lets one wonder about the awesome beauty of the Himalayas. The Trek terminates at Dharamsala: the mini Lhasa in India and seat of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Trip Overview
- Duration : 11 Night/ 12 Days
- Max. Altitude : 4878 m/16098 ft.
- Trek Grade : Moderate
- Transportation : Tata summon (Jeep)
- Accommodation : Camps
- Food : API (All Meal during trek)
- Best time to visit : August -October
Day Wise Program
Day 01 - Manali - Lama Dugh (3017m) Duration: 5-6 hours
The climb is through thick forests but there is no water point after departing from Manali. As one gains height in this steep climb, the distinct views of different faces of Indrasan, Deo Tibba and peaks of Bara Shigri glacier open up. In the last lag, the path turns to the right and one traverses the ridge horizontally and enters the campsite on an alpine plateau studded with thick growth of alpine flowers.
Day 02 - Lama Dugh - Riyali Thach (3400m) Duration: 6-7 hours
The trek is through steep a ridge below Khanpri Tibba (4000m). From this point, one can have a magnificent glimpse of Manali, situated on the left bank of River Beas and the whole upper Kullu valley, which appears swathed in the different colors of the season.
Day 03 - Riyali Thach - Base of Kalihani Pass (4010m) Duration: 4-5 hours
The trail proceeds over open meadows initially followed by a steep descent to a stream. Crossing it, the path continues in a steep climb for about three hours (Depends on speed of walk) till you arrive at the camp at the base of the Kalihani Pass. Make sure you catch the views of Deo Tibba and Indrasan peaks from the campsite.
Day 04 - Base of Kalihani - Devi ki Marhi (3850m) via Kalihani Pass (4725m) Duration: 8 hours
Today will be a long, arduous day with a steep climb to the pass crossing a stretch of scree, a moraine and the Kalihani glacier. Take time off at the pass to get a splendid 360 degree view of hanging glaciers, the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar rangees. A steep descent across another glacier and four beautiful glacial lakes will bring you to the camp at the gaddi campsite of Devi ki Marhi.
Day 05 - Devi Ki Marhi - Dal Marhi (3900m) Duration: 6 hours
The trail first crosses over the Kalihani Nullah and descends into the oak and birch forests. Most of path then is flat with few ups and downs. Just before the end of day though is a steep climb before you arrive at the Dal Marhi campsite.
Day 06 - Dal Marhi - Bara Bhangal (2882m) Duration: 6 hours
The trail now continues down to the Ravi River into the deodar forest, to the only large village in the valley, Bara Bhangal.
Day 07 - Rest day at Bara Bhangal Explore village and surrounding areas.
Bara Bhangal is isolated and seldom visited. Members of the Gaddi tribe inhabit it.
Day 08 - Bara Bhangal - Madh (3830m) Duration: 5-6 hours
After a rest day, you will start climbing towards the next big pass, Thamsar. The trail winds up through pine, deodar and birch forests with mountain streams to break the monotony. The campsite at Mardh is near the base of the Thamsar glacier.
Day 09 - Mardh - Panhartu (3300m) via Thamsar Pass (4878m) Duration: 7-8 hours
Another day of steep ascent over moraine, scree and glacier. The climb is broken by a small lake just below the pass. From on top of Thamsar, you will get your first glimpse of the lush Kangra valley. On the other side of the pass, it's a steep, long descent till you reach the campsite at Panhartu, just above the tree line.
Day 10 - Panhartu - Rajgundha (2440m) Duration: 4-5 hours
The easiest day of the trek so far. The path is flat and easy, passing through pine forests with many mountain streams. The valley widens and you get great views of the open Kangra valley. The campsite is just after the small village of Rajgundha.
Day 11 - Rajgundha - Billing (2310m) Duration: 4 hours
Another easy day of walking through pristine pine forests over an easy and wide track till you arrive at the forest guest house at Billing, the end of the trek. A vehicle will pick you up at Billing and drop you to Bir or Dharamshala.
Day 12 – Biling to Dharamshala. – Departure
Dharamshala sightseeing and departure.
Cost includes:
- All camping equipment’s during the trip including tent, sleeping bag & mat.
- All transportations as per itinerary.
- Meals in trek( vegetarian )
- All entry fees & permit charges.
- Services of a mountain guide and his assistant
- Porters / Camping charges
- All applicable taxes GST 05% (no hidden cost)
Cost Exclude:
- Tips, laundry, phone calls, mineral water, cold drinks, camera fee etc.
- Meals unless specified.
- Any medical expenses, if incurred.
- Personal and incidental expenses
- Expenses incurred due to delay in the schedule for reasons beyond the control of organizers.
Please Carry:-
- Back pack & rain cover.
- Trek pants 2 Synthetic.
- Wind & waterproof jacket.
- Walking Stick (not compulsory).
- Head Lamp & Sun Glass.
- A small lunch box
- Personal Medical kit.
- Water bottle.
- Energy bars, dry fruits, electoral/ors.
| Costing | 1 person | 2 person | 3 person | 4 person | 5 person | 6 and above |
Note:
- Rate quoted is valid up to 30th September 2022.