Tour Details
Pickup Points
- * Rumsu Base Camp - Kullu ,Himachal Pradesh
- * Chandigadh Railway Station
- * Manali Bus Stand
Description
When the Himalayas are calling you then it's rude to spurn the invite for a memorable affair with the mountains and feel the purity of nature. That’s what the Hampta pass and Chandra Taal trek are all about, To make you feel more blessed with the coziness of the Himalayas by roaming vividly through it. Being the eastern pass of the Pir Panjal range, the Hampta pass splits the Lahul, Kullu, and Spiti Valleys. Manali is a famous tourist destination and Hampta Pass is an equally enchanting trekking destination.
This trek provides a feast for eyes with the untamed majestic mountains, lush meadows, and pathways decorated and aromatic with zillions of flowers. Whilst the pure and fresh air is complimentary which this trek beholds. Enriched with fauna and flora, the Hampta Pass trek has its history of being one of the older and most prominent trade routes. This route facilitated the traders of the country to trade by connecting Chandra valley and the Lahoul valley. Being renowned as Trekker’s paradise the Chander Taal lake has its eminence for the scenic beauty it beholds with the simple natural elegance. From zig-zag hilly terrain to snow slopes, from pine, oak, and silver fir-laden dense forest to riverside camping, the trek itself is a precious experience that you must add to your life.
Altitude Listing
- * Chikka Village - 9514 feet
- * Balu Ka Ghera - 11,900 feet
- * Shia Ghoru - 14,150 feet
- * Chandra Taal lake - 14,100 feet
- * Chatru - 11,100 feet
- * Manali - 6,730 feet
Briefing
- * Duration - 5 Nights and 6 Days from Rumsu base camp to Manali Bus Station
- * Base Camp - Rumsu village, Manali, Himachal Pradesh
- * Trek Highlight - Panoramic views of Spiti valley, wooden bridges, cascading waterfalls, river-side camping, Indrasan (Manali’s highest peak), and above all is the sublime and rejuvenating Chander Taal lake
- * Trek Level - Easy to Moderate
- * Total Trek Distance - 50 kms
- * Nearest Airport - Bhuntar airport is the nearest with a distance of 52 km from Manali
- * Nearest Railway Station - Chandigarh (310 km)
- * Nearest Bus Station - Manali bus station is the nearest. From Rumsu it's just 206 km away from where the base camp of this trek is destined
- * Accommodation - Organised camping sites
- *Best Months for Trekking - The Hampta Pass trek welcomes a group of trekkers for a whole year. While you may consider the months of June to October to hit this snowy abode when the rest of the country gets heated up with hot summers.
- * Thermal - You must carry thermals including jackets, overcoats, and body warmers as the temperature during the night the temperature goes really down throughout the Chandra Taal trek
- * Accessories - Waterproof gloves, water bottles, energy drinks/bars, torch, etc
- * Good personal care is mandatory to enjoy the Hampta pass trek to the fullest
Highlights
- * Manali
- * Hamta Dam
- * Balu Ka Ghera
- * Chandrataal lake
Do's and Don'ts of Safety Instructions
- * Consumption of Alcohol, Intoxicants, Drugs, Narcotic substances, and Smoking would not be tolerated during the entire course of the journey. If found will be dealt with seriously. So kindly co-operate with us to make the experience more fun & safer & Professional.
- * Playing Loudspeakers, Screaming, and creating public nuisance will not be tolerated or entertained.
- * Eve Teasing, misconduct, or vulgar act will be dealt with seriously with severe effects.
- * Trek leader's decision is final and the organizer is not responsible for any loss of life or Covid Spread.
- * Indemnity Bond should be acknowledged before starting the event.
- * Any items/food other than mentioned in the itinerary will be self-sponsored.
- * Two/Four-wheeler riders/Drivers should have all documents as per RTO standards and riding gears optional for your safety with valid documents and Vehicle insurance.
- * Clients who check/Board in drunk or intoxicated will be sent back with no refund and no excuse.
- * Camping rules will be briefed before we start camping.
- * Exploration is an adventure sport, so any accidents or incidents might occur. So, the Organizer is not responsible for any injury or Loss of Life.
- * Organizer won’t act as porter or carry bag unless there is a medical emergency.
- * Any natural disaster, animal attack, snake bite, mishaps, accidents, or terror attack - Organizer is not responsible as per indemnity bond undertaking agreed during registration.
- * Clients should abide Organizer Rules till event gets over.
- * Please do not wear jewelry and do not bring any expensive items - the Organizer is not responsible for loss or damage.
- * Damages made to the gears provided will have to be borne by the participants, Laundry charges Rs.200/- if stains are made.
- * The Organizer shall not be responsible for any of your belongings, valuables, jewelry, etc. Kindly do take care.
- Put Litter in its place; do not trash Mother Earth.
- * In the case of traffic delays or breakdowns expect a delay in reaching the destination.
- * No verbal or Physical fights or clashes among clients or with any outsiders.
- * Organizer shall not be responsible for self-drive participant’s transportation issue and previous day accommodation or any undue incidents.
Advisory
- * Timings for meals will be specific which will be informed to you by the guide.
- * A basic level of fitness is compulsory to undertake this trek.
- * Do pay heed to the guidelines given by the instructor.
- * Make sure you bring one Xerox copy your ID proof without fail.
- * No smoking and consumption of alcohol before or during the activity.
- * Carrying jewelers or other valuables is not advisable.
- * Do not expect separate accommodation as it is a group trip.
- * Drop points will be the pickup points.
- * Bring your own mask and sanitizer.
- * Adventurous trek/trip does NOT come with luxury, so please have the mindset accordingly
- * Strictly follow the Reporting time, Program schedule and Instructions given by the Organizers through the entire duration of the * program.
- * Please don't throw the plastic and garbage in Forest
- * No door drops/pickups.
- * Hot Water availability case to case dependent
- * Sunday dinner will be self-sponsored.
- * Event Schedule, route and Plans are subject to change in case of any inconvenience that occurred at the time of tour without any * prior intimation. Travelers have to adjust to any such consequence.
Confirmation Policy
- * All bookings must be confirmed with a prepayment of 30% of the total booking amount
- * This prepayment is payable as confirmation of booking
- * Once the prepayment has been verified, we will send you the booking confirmation mail and the ticket details to the e-mail address provided to us during the booking process
Cancellation Policy
- * All bookings cancelled within 21 days of event date will automatically forfeit the 50% deposit
- * Bookings cancelled within 7 days of event date will forfeit the full amount
Refund Policy
- * Any approved refund will be processed within 10 working days
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Included
- Transportation (from/to Rumsu Base Camp)
- Vegetarian food
- Mountaineering guide to explain the complete terrain
- Indian mountaineering climbing charges
- Climbing equipments
- Organized camping sites at all places on the way during trek
Excluded
- Trekking shoes and clothing
- Food which is not part of itinerary
- Any kind of beverages
- alcoholic or non-alcoholic
- Anything not mentioned under Inclusions
- Wildlife fees
- permits and camping charges
Tour Map
1. The base camp will be Rumsu Base Camp. To report at base camp, the trekkers must get to “Patli-kuhal” which is in the proximity of 20 kms from the Manali, 2 . Reach Rumsu village which is 11 kms away from the Patli-kuhal. The local taxi transport is available for transportation. 3 Once you reach Rumsu Base camp, after refreshment, you will be asked to do with registration formalities on the same day. 4. A little walk of the village for acclimatization and distribution of trekking essentials to the trekkers. 5. Camp stay for the night at Rumsu.
1. After having breakfast at Rumsu base camp the scheduled journey starts
2. You will get a chance to capture the mesmerizing views while driving for Hamta dam
3. The real trekking starts from Hamta Dam to Chikka
It's an easy level trekking and it takes approx. 3 hours to complete the trek to reach Chikka village
4. Trekking of this route has a forest pathway and wooden bridge
Exploring the Chikka village that includes waterfall and riverside camping adventure
5. The tent stays for the night at the riverside of the Chikka village
1. The trekking for Balu ka Ghera starts after having breakfast
2. The start of the trek from Chikka follows the right side of the Hampta river
3. The trekkers need to be careful while crossing rocky subtle It’s an approx. 6 hours of the trek which is of moderate level
4. Crossing the water streams during the trek is quite exciting
5. Balu ka Ghera is an extended green meadow settled on the bank of a river
6. The trekking exhaustion would rectify with the amazing view of Indrasan (Manali’s highest peak)
7. Riverside camping at Balu ka Ghera
1. This is an early morning trekking that must start around 5 AM in the morning
2. It’s a long as well as moderate level of trekking and needs approx. 8 hours to complete
3. This trek includes passing the snow patches as well as steep climbing
4. The peak of Hampta Pass gets accomplish with around 5 hours of trekking
5. From the top of Hampta Pass you would witness the splendid view of Spiti valley
6. After resting for a while the steep descend starts from Hamta top to the Shia Ghoru
7. In times when snow is enough, trekkers prefer to slide over the snow to reach quickly at the base camp of Shia Ghoru
8. Tent stay at Shia Ghoru at night
1. In the morning after having breakfast the trekking for Chatru Start
2. It takes approx. 3 hours of trekking to reach the Chatru
3. The distance for Chatru to Chandrataal lake is covered with the vehicle drive of 6 hours
4. The serene Chandra Taal lake is nestled amid majestic mountains of Spiti valley
5. Picturesque view of the lake and tranquil essence of this place would urge to get back to this place over again
6. Chander taal lake could be said as an unofficial finish of trekking
7. In the evening, the vehicle drive back from Chandra taal lake to the Chatru
8. Comfortable night stay at Chatru
1. The trekkers would board the Jeep after having breakfast at Chatru
2. After a 6-hour Jeep ride, the reaching time of Manali is scheduled in the afternoon
3. After reaching at Manali bus stand the official signing of the trek has to be done
4. Trekkers are then free to board their relative buses for the journey back home
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