Hampta pass

4N/5D

Ex - Manali

About the place

At 14,000 feet Hampta Pass in Himachal Pradesh falls under those rare, dramatic pass crossings in the Himalayas. On one side is the lush green valley of Kullu — with forests, grasslands, and flowers blooming on the side of your trail. On the other is the almost arid, stark landscape of Lahaul, with barren mountains and almost no vegetation. Standing on the top of the pass, what’ s ahead and behind are two different worlds. It changes in a matter of minutes. What makes the dramatic changes heightened, even more, is how thrilling the climb to Hampta Pass is. For trekkers, crossing the Hampta Pass (even without the scenery changes) is a great story of adventure. They will love the nervous excitement of climbing to the pass over many ledges, almost appearing to get to the pass, but never really sure until you get there. On this trek, you move from one side to the other over a period of 5 days, covering 25 km.

Quick info

  • Route: Manali - Jobra - Chika - Balu Ka Ghera - Siagoru - Chandratal - Chatru - Manali

  • Duration: 5 Days, 4 Nights

  • Start Point: Manali

  • End Point: Manali

Itinerary

  • The base camp of the Hampta Pass Trek is Jobra. The picturesque drive from Manali, along with its 42 hairpin turns, has panoramic views of Kullu Valley. The Rani Nallah, which you will trek alongside till it disappears under the snow of Hampta Pass, starts accompanying you from here. From the roadhead at Jobra, the campsite is a 30-minute trek through a mixed forest of pine, bright-green maple trees, and luminescent silver birch.

  • Cross the road where you get off the vehicle and take the small path into the forest. The forest is mostly pine with the occasional maple tree with its new lush green leaves - a pleasant change in the vegetation. It's an easy slope, and after 20 minutes in the forest, you come to a bend with huge rocks.

  • At this transfer point, receive a briefing from your trip leader and gear for an easy ascent to Chika.

  • With the mesmerizing topography of the Himalayas coming into play, you barely realise the climb.

  • While trekking, walk along with River Rani, who introduces the surroundings of big, rocky hills in absolute splendour.

  • Camp in the meadows for the night to acclimatize better at Chika.

Day 1

Manali - Jobra - Chika

Day 2

Chika - Balu Ka Ghera

  • Enjoy the delectable treats. Have breakfast and checkout from the Chika campsite to Balu ka Ghera.

  • Feel the reality of being in the Himalayan regions as you catch the first glimpse of the outer Himalayan chain of mountains as the Dhauladhar ranges begin to appear.

  • Commonly referred to as The White Range, you will notice the might towers occupythe entire frame with meadows and flowrs - filled valleys dotted for company.

  • Arrive at Balu ka Ghera and settle in at its base for the day, have lunch, and spend the rest of the time there.

  • Admire the surreal beauty, losing yourself in an ambiance that will take your breath away.

  • Have your dinner and rest up in the camps at Balu ka Ghera.

Day 3

Balu Ka Ghera - Siagoru

  • Wake up in the lap of the mountains; this day is where you get to experience the barren landscape of the Himalayas in the Lahaul and Spiti Valley.

  • Such a variety in one region is what makes the Hampta Pass trek most attractive, especially among amateurs.

  • Start your day with a steep ascent to the pass. One can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view from the top and then descend towards the next campsite.

  • Discover the serene calmness that surrounds the valley. You might meet shepherds at this high-altitude pass who visit the valley to nourish their sheep with the special grass that grows around the area.

  • After a brief stopover at Hampta Village, which gives the pass its name, you will begin the descent to the base camp at Siagoru.

  • After coming back to Siagoru, rest up overnight at Siagoru.

Day 4

Siagoru - Chandratal - Chatru

  • Wake up to the lovely view of the Himalayas and have breakfast. Begin an easy descent through the Hampta Valley.

  • Find the group of Pir Panjal ranges of the inner Himalayan circle that appear ahead of you.

  • This dominating landscape trails along with you all through Spiti till you arrive at the base camp at Chatru.

  • Post your brief interaction, head to Chatru, a confluence of three paths—Hampta Pass, Spiti, and Rohtang Pass. This green paradise in the barren cold desert is like a breath of fresh air.

  • You will drive to Chandratal, a moon-shaped alpine lake located at an altitude of 4250 m that is one of the most enchanting lakes in this region. It is here that you will fall head over heels in love with the Himalayas.

  • Find yourself becoming one with nature as the lake's placid waters throw open a vista of reflections of the enveloping Himalayan peaks.

  • Have your dinner and spend the night at Chatru.

Day 5

Chatru - Manali

  • Accommodations: You will be staying in tents for the 5 days of the trek (3 people per tent).

  • The room or tent is separate for the male and female participants.

  • Meals: From lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 5, we provide simple, nutritious vegetarian and Jain food on all days of the trek.

  • Camping charges: All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included.

  • Trekking equipment: High-quality tents and sleeping bags in all the camps Sleeping bags can withstand temperatures as low as -10 °C. Safety equipment (a First Aid kit, oxygen cylinders, an oximeter, etc.) will be with the guide/trek leader and at the campsite as well to deal with emergencies.

  • Expert trek leaders: All our trek leaders are at least qualified in basic or advanced mountaineering and first aid.

  • Expert Trek Support Team: The mountain staff on Hampta Pass trekking consists of certified guides, cooks, helpers, and porters.

  • Wake to the sound of a moon-shaped lake; today is the day when your Hampta Pass Trekking adventure comes to an end.

  • After Breakbast, continue on to the high-altitude pass that connects the humid Kullu Valley with the arid Lahaul and Spiti Valleys.

  • Arrive in Manali and disperse for your journey with a bag full of memories.

Inclusions

  • Any additional food and beverage charges are not included in the package.

  • Fees for paragliding videos or photos, or tips for a glider, guide, helper, cook, or staff, or any monument or view point entry

  • Any other expenses that are not mentioned expenses in the inclusion column.

Exclusions