Trek to Chandertaal | Hampta Pass

Maximum Altitude : 4590 m

Route : Manali –Chikka – Hampta Pass – Chattru –Kunzum La –Chandertaal –Kaza – Kibber – Losar – Rohtang Pass – Manali.

Short Itinerary :

DAY 00 : DELHI- CHANDIGARH –‘DA BASE’, MANALI (12 – 14 HRS.)
DAY 01 :MANALI – PRINI – CHIKKA (3530 M), 40 MIN. DRIVE THEN WALK 6/7 HRS.
DAY 02 : CHIKKA -JUARA - BHALU KA GHERA (3627 M) – RATNI THACH (3800 M)
DAY 03 : RATNI THACH - HAMPTA PASS (4298 M) – SHIYA GORU (3597 M)
DAY 04 : SHIYA GORU – CHATTRU (33600 M) – KUNZUM LA (4590 M) – CHANDERTAAL (4300 M)
DAY 05 : CHANDERTAAL – LOSAR – KAZA – KI – KIBBER – CHATRU – ROHTANG LA (3980 M) – MANALI.

Day 06 : CHANDERTAAL – KUNZUM LA (4590 M) – KAZA – KIBBER – CHATRU – ROHTANG LA (3980 M) –MANALI – HIMALAYAN VILLAGE RETREAT

Day 07 : HIMALAYAN VILLAGE RETREAT - DEPARTURE

ITINERARY:

Day 01 : Delhi- Chandigarh –‘dA Base – Mountaineerz’, Manali (12 – 14 hrs.)

The guests will arrive in Manali in the early morning and are requested to de-board at the Patlikuhl bust stand (16 km short of Manali).A representative of Team Mountaineerz will receive them in at Delhi bus stand and drive them to dA Base – Mountaineerz, Manali. Unwind and refresh yourself at dA Base nestled in a beautiful apple orchard. Explore surroundings, Naggar Castle, Roerich art Gallery etc. Please ensure you are properly geared up for the trek. Any last minute shopping can be done from Manali.Guests will then meet the team and staff in order to get comfortable with them and to clarify any doubts. The guides and team leads will share the Dos and Don’ts of the trek. Enjoy some delicious dinner around a bonfire with the group and retire early.

Day 02 : ‘dA BASE’ – PRINI – CHIKKA (3530 M) (40 MIN. DRIVE THEN WALK 6/7 HRS)

In the morning, after breakfast we will drive 15 km to Prini, situated on the left bank of River Beas on the Naggar – Manali road. After the bridge on the junction of Duggal and Allainnala, we will climb a steep ridge to reach the village of Sethan (3000 mts). It is a 12 km trek and will take about 3 hrs. The trail passes through thick forests to the Lahauli village of Hampta. The trail alternates between thick forests and open grounds for 12 km to Chikka. The trek crosses many glacial streams over improvised wooden bridges. Beautiful forested peaks are visible from Chikka after 3 or 4 hrs of scrambling. From here, we will get an excellent view of Deo Tibba and Indrasan group of peaks.When we arrive at Chikka, we will camp here for the night.

Day 03 : CHIKKA - JUARA - BHALU KA GHERA (3627 M) – RATNI THACH (3800 M)

Today we will gradually ascend the valley, the trail continues to the alpine meadows which are full of interesting flora, crossing stream at Juara, glacial features of the surrounding mountains can be seen along the way.BhalukaGhera, also known as the Bear’s Circle, is the place where brown bears are said to hibernate during winters and during the right time of the year, several species of wild flowers can be seen.After a trek of about 6 km, we will reach a lovely meadow called Ratni Thach (3800 mts). It is a beautiful camping spot and we will camp here for the night.

Day 04 : RATNI THACH - HAMPTA PASS (4298 M) – SHIYA GORU (3597 M)

Start the day early by climbing up for about 2 km up to the Hampta pass (4270 mts) while walking on the snowfields. It is now time to get shutter happy with your camera.The final ridge is a little steep to climb and when snow-bound you will you will have to cut steps in the ice up the pass. The view from here is jaw dropping. The peaks of in Lahaul, particularly in the Kulti valley and of the Chandrabhaga group, are seen as a huge cluster, with peak of Mulkila IV raising its head above them. From top of the pass you can see the majestic Mt. Deo Tibba (6001 m), Indrasan (6221 m) and the mighty Greater Himalayan and Pir Panjal Range. A short descent leads to the campsite at Shiya Goru. We will camp in a beautiful meadow by the stream.

Day 05 : SHIYA GORU – CHATTRU (33600 M) – BATAL (3960 M) –KUNZUM LA (4590 M)– CHANDERTAAL(4300 M)

Today’s trek begins with crossing a small stream and a walk following the valley stream down to the mighty River Chandra. The descent to River Chandra is a bit steep and follows a long ridge. Once in the valley you will rejoin the road which crosses the bridge across the river to Chatru. However gentle the river appears, do not try to ford the River Chandra – always use a bridge. This deceptive river has swept away many trekkers trying to take a shortcut. Arriving by the side of Manali-Spiti road at Chattru, we will stop here for tea and lunch break before driving to Chandertaal via ChhotaDhara (3517 m) and Batal.

There are lovely views of the “ChhotaShigri” (small glacier) and “Bara Shigri” (big glacier) along with several high peaks of Lahaul. From Batal onwards it can be very windy as the valley opens up here. The road climbs steeply around many bends to Kunzum La in the east. This road leads to Spiti valley. There is a new footpath leading from Kunzum La that descends to Chandertaal, however the more direct approach is the road from Batal, going into the Chandra valley in the north. We wil be driving along the left bank river Chandra after crossing a bridge near Batal. The trail continues for about 14 km to the scenic campsite at the bank of Chandertaal, from here you can see the panoramic view of the Chandra-Bhaga Range.

Day 06 : CHANDERTAAL – KUNZUM LA (4590 M) – KAZA – KIBBER – CHATRU – ROHTANG LA (3980 M) –MANALI – HIMALAYAN VILLAGE RETREAT

The emerald colored expanse is breathtaking. Spend the morning at leisure by the mesmerizing Chandertaal Lake. Situated in a bowl and in a beautiful crescent shape, it offers a view of many peaks. The massive SamundriTapu glacier joins the valley from the west. It is linked with some major peaks and the Mulkila group at its head.

Then, as all adventures come to an end to make way for new ones, we drive to Kaza over thKunzum La (4590 m) pass and visit Ki Monastery, Kibber before driving back to Manali via Chatru, Rohtang Pass (3980 m) and Marhi. We can trek back or drive to Batal and have lunch there or at Chatru. For the adventurous few who want to spike the adventure even more, there is the option of boarding the much sought after “Himachal Tourism” bus back to Manali. That is what I did and it was great fun. Rohtang Pass offers splendid view of the Lahaul Valley.

We will then head on to Manali. The trek ends here and those leaving the same day will be dropped in Manali to continue your journey back to Delhi.
Celebratory dinner and bbq over bonfire awaits us at the base.

Day 07 : HIMALAYAN VILLAGE RETREAT - DEPARTURE

Relax at the base camp or go paragliding or rafting, go angling (some nice spots near our base) or just chill by the River, the next day, before we part ways to meet soon for our next adventure.

Cost Plans :

Plan 1
- 15345 INR per person : per person ex. Manali
Plan 2
- 20845 INR per person : All Inclusive per person ex. Delhi. - All Girls Trek : August: 14
Plan 3
- 7590 INR per person : Clean Hampta Trail (ex. Manali) - October 16th 2017
Plan 4
- 28545 INR per person : Spiti Road Trip - 9 Days) (ex. Manali) : August: 12

Fee includes:

• Rahena – wahena: 1 nights stay at ‘The Himalayan Village Retreat‘, Soil, Manali and 1 night at ‘dA Base’ located in an orchard in Haripur, Manali.

• UthaanaGiraana – Pick up and drop from Patlikuhl bus stand, Manali.

• Tamboo – Shamboo: Stay in comfortable tents during the trek.

• Khaanaa – peenaa: All meals during the trek (nutritious freshly cooked vegetarian).

• Sewa – Shewa – Services of experienced MOI/ BMC qualified lead guide and qualified assistant guide expert in first aid.

• Doctor – shoctor – not MMBS but one qualified person well equipped to take care of medical emegencies to perform more than just so called first aid on all our explore at leisure style teks

• RasoiaurBaawarchi – Kitchen equipment, cook and helpers.

• TambooSewa – All the Camping arrangements

• GhodaShoda – PitthuShitthu – Porterage – pony/porter for your personal belongings (in the luxury leisure & all girls package).

• AAgyaKaagazaat – Wildlife/ environmental permits and other permits & levies.

• Gaddi – Shaddi – All transportation as per itinerary in local cars / jeeps and Public Transport**

• Davaa – We will provide basic first-aid medication.

• GrunteeShruntee – Guaranteed amazing Himalayan experiential adventure holiday.

Fee Excludes:

• Cost of any form of insurance (Personal/Baggage/Medical)

• Cost of rescue, evacuation, hospitalization, etc.

• Any expenses of purely personal nature like laundry, phone/Fax calls, tips to drivers, guides, any beverages.

• Any expenses that arise due to change in itinerary and increase in no. of days because of natural forces like landslides, weather, roadblocks, flight cancellations, sickness etc.

• Cost of any optional activity we offer, like paragliding, angling, rafting etc.

• Porterage @INR. 350/day per bag (max. 10 kg) for alpine trekkers who need a porter for personal stuff.

• Govt. Service Tax as applicable.

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ADVENTURE GEAR LIST:

Woollen cap and woollen gloves, thermal under-garments, warm sweater, woollen trousers / thick track pants for trekking, woollen socks, rain gear (jacket, trousers/ poncho), warm jacket, torch, full sleeves t – shirts, sun block lotion, chap-stick (lip salve), good hiking (preferably waterproof) shoes with ankle support, gaiters, camera, films, battery backup etc. one duffel bag for personal items (sky bags etc. will not be accepted to be carried by porters/horse– not more than 10 kg strictly), one knapsack for item of daily use (to be carried by you), personal medicine
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