Hampta Pass With Chandratal
Cities Covered Base Camp-1Day(s) Chikka-2Day(s) Balu ka Ghera -3Day(s) Shia Ghoru -4Day(s) Chandratal -5Day(s) Chatru -6Day(s)
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Itinerary
Day 1 : ( Base Camp) Report at the Base Camp
The first day is reserved for meet and greet, and orientation, after you reach the base camp the trek leader will take a small orientation session, covering information like packing, walking techniques. You will also be given general information about the trek and the route. Stay overnight at the base camp.
Day 2 : (Chikka) Drive from Manali to Jobra then start trek to Chikka ( 3hrs-4hrs)
On the second day, we leave the base camp by 8 am. We will be carrying lunch and breakfast with us. The first leg of the day’s travel would include a jeep drive from base camp to Jobra. On the way, the scenic route will keep you intrigue with maple, pine, walnut and oak trees, making it refreshing and enjoyable. After reaching Jobra we prepare to trek to Chikka, which is also our final destination for the day. It will take approximately 2 hours to reach this place, and it is also an easy stretch, crossing two wooden bridges and a small patch of forest. We reach the campsite at Chikka and prepare for our stay overnight.
Day 3 : (Balu ka Ghera ) Chikka to Balu ka Ghera (5 hrs)
Today we will trek from Chikka to Balu ka Ghera, which will take about 4 -5 hours to complete. Balu ka Ghera is situated at 11,900 feet approximately. The initial stretch for the day would take you through rocky banks of the river. Soon snow valleys would come in view making the trekking experience more exciting. You will pass streams and boulders, and finally get to Balu ka Ghera, which is a large, lush ground on the banks of the river. Camping here will be like a dream come true! Your overnight stay will be at the camps at Balu ka Ghera.
Day 4 : (Shia Ghoru ) Balu ka Ghera Hampta Pass and further to Shia Ghoru (8hrs)
On day 4 of the Hampta Pass Trek with Chandratal, we would aim at leaving the campsite by 7 AM as the trek ahead is long and somewhat tedious. We will go from Balu ka Ghera to Shia Ghoru, which is at 12,900 feet. It will take approximately 4-5 hours to reach Hampta Pass top (14,000 feet), and from there another couple of hours to descend to Shia Ghoru. This would be a steep descend and post reaching Shia Ghoru, prepare for an overnight stay at the camp.
Day 5 : ( Chandratal ) Siaguru to Chatru drive to Chandratal (2-hrs-3hrs)
On this day we will head towards Chatru and this is the place that will offer us the most breathtaking and unforgettable views of the valleys of Lahaul and Spiti. The Spiti and Pir Panjal Ranges will add to the grandeur and magic of the place. Chatru is the centre point for three locations namely Hampta Pass, Rohtang Pass and Spiti Valley. This stretch of the trek would then be followed by a jeep ride to Chandratal, which is believed to be the place from where Yudhishthira, the eldest Pandava, ascended to heavens. If weather conditions are suitable, you will camp at Chatru.
Day 6 : ( Chatru ) Jeep Ride from Chatru to Base Camp (Departure after 4 PM from base camp)
Last day of this adventurous trip would begin early as we will be covering a lot today. We will aim at leaving Chatru by 7 AM after having breakfast. Our first stop would be Manali, which we will reach by lunchtime, after crossing the stunning Rohtang Pass. After having lunch at Manali, we will then leave for Base Camp and depart from there for our respective destinations.
Other Info
- Tented stay on sharing basis
- Sleeping bag and Sleeping mat
- Camping equipment and support staff
- Forest permits
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner) during the trek, starting from Lunch on Day 1 till breakfast on Day
