Day 1: Manali –jagatsukh
( 1850m ) drive 6 kms. Jagatsukh – Sarotu Thach. trek 4 hrs.
Today after breakfast we
drive to Jagatsukh village situated at the distance of 6 kms south of Manali on the left banks of Beas river or Manali –
Naggar main route. Once it was the old capital of Kullu, is one of the biggest village in Kullu valley. Main attraction of
this village is Shiva temple built in 8th century in shikara style and also famous for its ancient temples.
It is famous of its Chacholi
Jatra festival.
Starting our trek from Jagatsukh
at first we start gentle climb to Banara village. Located above Jagatsukh village. Surrounding great view of upper Kullu valley.
We now climb through thickly forest, during summer this trail with abundance of flowers.
We arrive at lush green meadows
of Sarotu Thach, thach- locally means grazing area. Overnight in camp.
Day 2: Sarotu Thach - Raudi Khodi. Trek 6 hrs.
Today after breakfast we
climb gentle on slopes of Hamta. We will arrive at above tree line from where the magnificient view of Pir Panjal range on
west side and Brigu lake mountains. This entire slopes became famous in world due to one of the best ski slopes in the world.
During winter Heli Skiing is major activities on this hills. Below us lies Sethan village and far main Hamta valley. We climb
getle to the campsite of Raudi Khodi. The magnificient campsite with panoramic view.
Day 3: Raudi Khodi - Base camp Pyang Neru . trek 5 hrs.
Today after breakfast the
trail crosses over slopes and alpin pasture. We climb for 1-2 hrs. with first view of Deo Tibba massif can be seen from here.
We descend down to Jobri nallah. This part is fully covered with medicinal herbs and plants. We cross Jobri nallah and campsite
is close to this. From camp we will have great view of Deo Tibba with massive glacier and moraine. During spring till end
of autumn entire area is filled with sheperds. Who do moves to Lahaul –high pasture land after crossing Hamta pass and
autumn returns back to their home.
Day 4: Pyang neru –
Chikka (3100m) . Trek 4 hrs.
Today after breakfast at
first trails goes on levelled path. We cross small stream and little climb to another levelled trail. We are at the best part of our trek with great views all around.
Now we descend steep through
rhododendron bushes and birch trees to Chikka. An exhausting descent what will be rewarded at arriving Chikka. Wonderful campsite
close to Hamta nallah.
Day 05: Chikka
3100m – Balu ka Gera (3600m) 5/6 hrs. trek.
Today after breakfast we
continue to trek, first gentle climb on patches of meadows than along the nallah. Here we make RIVER CROSSING on HAMTA river.
Again trail on patches of meadows with great view. We make another small stream crossing. After trails goes through rocks
and we pass below small cascade before Jwara. Jwara Where shepers and Gujjar settled during summer time grazing their buffalos
and cows. We are now totally above tree line and landscape changes. We make yet another stream crossing before Jwara and continue
to climb to Balu ka Gera. The first view of Hamta pass can be seen from here. Simply means bears den. Balu ka Gera that
is known for wild flowers, rocks and caves. During icy winter Bears roams in this area.
Day 06: Balu ka Gera- Hamta Pass (4268m) - Shira
Gorh (4000m) 7 Hrs. trek.
Today leaving Balu Ka Gera
we starts ascend to Hamta pass. Short after camp easy trail along the stream. We will arrive at small natural lake at the
foot of Hamta pass or below Inderkila. A further 1: 30 m trail takes you to Hamta pass. From Hamta pass fantastic view of Deo Tibba (6001m) and Indersan (6220m). Which is superb to see? After crossing the
Hamta pass, we enter in Lahoul valley. We descend steep to campsite. Overnight stay in a camp.
Day 07: Shira Gorh - Chatru (3100m) 5
hrs. trek. – Drive Manali.
Today an early departure
from camp of Shira Gorh. We cross-stream (RIVER CROSSING ) near the camp and follow the right bank until it joins with the ChandraRiver.
Again, cross the same stream by small wooden bridge. Now we follow the left bank of Chandra River. 30 minutes later a
motor able bridge to be cross to reach at the campsite of Chhatru. Chatru is surrounded with rocky mountains. We drive to Garmphoo junction between Spiti and Manali-Leh highway. We climb to Rohtang pass
with panoramic view of CB range peaks and glaciers and Kullu side Hanumaan Tibba 5990m. We descend to Marhi, Kothi and Palchan
and drive to Manali. Overnight in hotel.
Overnight stay in hotel.
