Generally, a 5-6 day trek on the side of Himachal Pradeshs Manali offers each adventurer an opportunity to discover the unique landscape. When you reach the summit of Hamtpa Pass, you will see the magnificent view of the deserted yet beautiful valley of Lahaul. It is an unforgettable sight that is mesmerizing and enthralling.
Hampta Pass, nestled at the height of 14,000ft, the trek will allow you to explore the greenery, River Rani, and mountain ranges. On your way to climb the Balu Ghera, you will get the awe-inspiring and majestic view of the towering Dhauladhar ranges with meadows and valleys, which are spread across your front and occupy the entire frame.
The entire experience of trekking to Hampta Pass will be an adventure that you will remember forever, mainly if you plan to stay in tents and camp in the place.
Post breakfast (on your own) our guide will pick you up from Manali. Drive to Jobra (2hrs drive) which is starting point of the trek. The trek leads to the forest of pine trees. You will also find other variety of trees like maple, deodar, toss and oak. It’s 1hr easy hike not very steep. Chika camp site is a huge, spacious patch of green. The Rani River flowing in the middle makes this place perfect for setting up the tents. Overight stay in the tents.
Post breakfast, trek towards Balu ka Ghera. Which is approx. 8km from the Chika and It takes 5-6 hers to reach Balu ka Ghera. It’s little challenging terrain. We have to do bolder walk and river crossing. Balu ka Ghera campsite is a flat ground amidst the mountains that you will cross the next day to reach the pass. Overnight stay in the tents.
We will start our day early today to have the advantage of time. This pass is one of the nasty ones & the weather can be very unpredictable. The climb is strenuous all the way up to Hampta pass. As you cross the pass you enter the Lahaul region & change in the scenery is very contrasting. The trail is completely downhill from the Pass. Reach Siagoru by evening,overnight stay in the tents.
Post breakfast, trek towards Chatru. It’s 5hrs easy downhill trek. No vegetations can be seen in the barren mountains. The tricky part comes next. You will have to be careful as the trail might sometime lead you to edges of mountains and ridges. You will notice the Chandra River flowing below and a road that goes by its side. Reach Chatru by late afternoon, Chatru is a magnificent camping site.It is a consensus of the three passes, Hampta, Rohtang and Spiti. Overnight stay in the tents.
Post breakfast, start the road journey for Manali over Rohtang Pass. Reach Manali by 5 PM Approx. Our services end here.
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