Hampta Pass Trek Packages

Day 01 — Drive from Manali to Jobra, Trek to Chika

Drive: 16 km (approx. 1 hour) via Prini and its scenic hairpin bends.

Trek Distance: ~3 km

Time Required: 2-3 hours

Altitude Gain: 6,400 ft to 10,100 ft

Trail Type: Easy, gradual incline through thick forests of oak, maple, and pine.

The Journey: After assembling in Manali, take a scenic drive up to Jobra, the starting point of the trek. The trail begins right by the river and immediately plunges into lush green woods. You cross a couple of clear streams and small wooden bridges, opening up into the vast green meadows of Chika.

Stay: Overnight camp at Chika, near a roaring waterfall.

Day 2 — Chika to Balu Ka Ghera

Trek Distance: ~9 km

Time Required: 5 hours

Altitude Gain: 10,100 ft to 12,000 ft

Trail Type: Moderate; steady ascent along the Rani Nallah river.

The Journey: Today's trek takes you through wide-open meadows carpeted with colorful alpine wildflowers. You will navigate a boulder section and cross the icy, knee-deep waters of the Rani Nallah stream (a thrilling highlight!). As you gain altitude, the tree line fades behind you, replaced by massive snow-capped peaks in the distance, including glimpses of Hanuman Tibba.

Stay: Overnight camp at Balu Ka Ghera (literally meaning "bear's circle"), a scenic, sandy river bed surrounded by towering mountains.

Day 3 — Balu Ka Ghera to Shea Goru via Hampta Pass

Drive: 16 km (approx. 1 hour) via Prini and its scenic hairpin bends.

Trek Distance: ~7 km

Time Required: 7-8 hours (The longest and toughest day)

Altitude Gain: 12,000 ft → 14,100 ft (Pass) → 12,900 ft (Shea Goru)

Trail Type: Challenging; steep switchbacks over snow patches/moraine to the pass, followed by a sharp, steep descent.

The Journey: A very early start is essential. The trail climbs steadily up the mountain ridges. As you approach the summit of Hampta Pass, the air becomes crisp and the panoramic views of the mighty peaks like Indrasan and Deo Tibba open up. Standing at the pass, you will witness a breathtaking contrast: the green valley of Kullu on one side and the stark, arid, cold desert mountain slopes of Lahaul on the other. The descent into Lahaul is sharp and requires careful footing on loose scree or snow.

Stay: Overnight camp at Shea Goru, a beautiful oasis in a stark, glacial valley.

Day 4 — Shea Goru to Chatru

Trek Distance: ~(Mostly downhill) km

Time Required: 4-5 hours (Mostly downhill)

Altitude Gain: 12,900 ft to 11,000 ft (Chatru)

Trail Type: Easy to moderate descent alongside the Chandra River.

The Journey: Enjoy a pleasant, downhill trek along the rugged moraine of the Lahaul Valley until you reach Chatru, where the trails of Hampta Pass, Spiti, and Rohtang meet.

Stay: Overnight camp at Chatru.

Day 5 — Drive from Chatru to Chandratal to Manali via Atal Tunnel / Rohtang Pass

Drive: Chatru to Chandra Taal and back to Manali (approx. 150 km)

Time Required: 8-9 hours

Altitude Gain: Chandra Taal sits at 14,100 ft

Trail Type: Easy, gradual incline through thick forests of oak, maple, and pine.

The Journey: After breakfast drive from Chatru, hop into a vehicle for a bumpy but stunning drive to the legendary Chandra Taal (The Moon Lake). The deep blue, crescent-shaped lake mirrors the massive peaks perfectly. After spending an hour soaking in the tranquility, drive back to Manali via Barat, Chhartu, Gramphu, Kokksar, Atal Tunnel and Solang Valley.

Stay: Overnight camp at Chika, near a roaring waterfall.