Hampta Pass Trek 2018

Known as the road to heaven, the pass doesn't let you down on the expectations of paradise. A 5-day trek, Hampta Pass trek promises you views like no other.

Highlights

• Trek to the high-altitude pass in Manali region.
• A trek that offers you the amazing views of Kullu valley and Pir Panjal range.
• Magnificent views of mighty peaks of Chandra Bhaga range and Mt. Deo Tibba peak (6000m).
• No Hidden Charges: All inclusive price with no hassle of paying on multiple occasions during the trip.
• Guaranteed departure for even two members.
• Personalized Care: Small batch sizes for individual focus.
• Part Payment: Reserve spot with booking amount, pay balance online later

Detailed Overview 

Hampta Pass is the corridor connecting the valleys Kullu and Lahaul in the Spiti region. At the altitude of 14,035ft with the day temperature ranging from a 13-18 C, the P]pass promises dramatic terrain changes. 

The trekking trail has a range of views to offer. From rock walls, waterfalls, hanging glaciers, tiny lakes, rushing stream, colourful valleys with flowers and grazing horses and 6000m snow capped peaks all the way to a grey barren desert of Lahaul.

The best time to trek over the pass would be from June to end of September. The trek is moderately difficult but fits in perfectly for the first time trekkers. Mobile network after Pirni would be mostly lost, so you can expect a complete solitude in the palms of nature. 

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Manali to Chikka via Jobra - Drive & Trek

Day 2: Chikka to Balu Ka Gera (5-6 Hours Easy Trek)

Day 3: Balu ka Gera - Hampta Pass (14,100 ft.) - Balu ka Gera (8 Hours Moderate Trek).

Day 4: Balu ka Gera to Jobra to Chikka (7-8 Hours Trek)

Day 5: Trek from Chikka to Pirni, Manali

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Reach Manali and Drive to Jobra - Short Trek to Chikka | 1-hour drive - 2 hours Trek

• You will have to report at Pirni, Manali by 10:00 am. After a briefing session with trek leader and wholesome breakfast, you will be driven to Jobra– the starting point of the trek.
• From Jorba you will start the trek and enter forest lined by maple, deodar, toss and oak trees, the sight is refreshing.
• It is an easy ascent and very soon you start overlooking lush green meadow and you walk towards it. The Rani Nallah/water stream comes into view which flows directly in between the meadow.
• Chika campsite is a huge and spacious patch of green. The Rani Nallah flowing in the middle makes this place perfect for setting up the camp. 

Day 2: Chikka to Balu ka Gera | 8 km, 5/6 hours Easy Trek

• On Day 2, after early morning breakfast, you start your trek from Chikka and hike along the banks of the Chandra river.
• You would cross Jwara today which is a delightfully scenic valley. The trail passes many small waterfalls, lush green meadows and constant stunning views of the Dhauladhar range.
• Today's destination - Balu Ka Gera is a flat ground amidst the mountains at an elevation of 11,900 ft.
• The support team would help you set up your camps, post which you may relax for the rest of the day as you slowly reach an altitude of almost 11000 ft.
• You will be having your dinner and will be staying overnight at the camps at Balu ka Gera.

Day 3: Balu ka Gera - Hampta Pass (14,100 ft) - Balu ka Gera | 13 km, 8/9 hours Trek

• Today is the most challenging day of the trek and a long one as well.
• You start your trek today early at around 7 am. It would take approximately 4-5 hours to reach the Hampta Pass.
• An hour into the trek and the views magnificent Deo Tibba peak (6000+ metres) would right in front of you. Climbing the ridges will take you closer to Hampta Pass. The hike today is quite steep and demands concentration and effort.
• Conditions of this stretch vary depending upon snow conditions. On reaching the top of Hampta pass at 14,100 ft., the breathtaking views around you will leave you in awe.
• After spending some time at the Hampta pass, you will descend back to Balu ka Gera.

Day 4: Trek from Balu ka Gera to Chikka | 8 km, 5/6 hours Easy Trek

• It is going to be an easy hike today which should take about 5 hours.
• On reaching Balu ka Gera you would get ample time to explore the nearby waterfall and watch multiple varieties of the birds of the area. 

Day 5:  Chikka to Prini, Manali | 4/5 hours Trek

• On the last leg of the trek, after breakfast in the morning, you start your final descent to Pirni which will be your final destination and also where the trip ends.