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Hamta Pass – 4270 Mts.
Duration : 05 – 07 Days
Season : May – October
Region : Kullu – Manali , Lahoul & Spiti
Grade : Moderate – Strenuous
Maximum Altitude : 4270 Mts.
The route of this popular trek goes along a trail, which the local inhabitants have used since time immemorial, to cross over to the high altitude Lahaul and Spiti valleys from the lush upper Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh. The Hamta Pass trek is one of the most delightful treks in the Manali region, affording views of verdant valleys, towering snow-clad mountains and barren crags & cliff’s with surrealistic forms and shapes. It is an excellent option for the trekker who is reasonably fit and desires to be in communion with nature. Leaving the Manali valley, the trek proceeds through forests of walnut, spruce, oak and the occasional alder and through alpine meadows, where nomadic shepherds graze their flocks. Once atop the Hampta pass (4270 Mts.), another spectacular panorama of peaks appears.
HAMTA PASS TREK GALLERY
Hamta Pass – 4270 Mts.
Duration : 05 Days
Season : May – October
Region : Kullu – Manali , Lahoul & Spiti
Grade : Moderate – Strenuous
Maximum Altitude : 4270 Mts.
THE ITINERARY
Day 01: REPORT AT BASE CAMP KALATH, ( 5,580 Ft )
Forenoon: Acclimatization trek to Parsha waterfall.
Afternoon: Activities/ Team building games etc. The day ends with the bonfire after dinner.
Day 02: KALATH – SETHAN – JOBRI NALA – UCHUNG BIHADI / CHIKKA (3100 Mts.) 4 Hrs.
The steepest part of the trail earlier used to take about 2 – 3 hours to negotiate. Now, however, there is a road, which goes up to the Jobri nala, where the headwaters of the newly created AD hydro electricity project are located. It passes through apple orchards and forests of blue pine, cedar, oak, fir and chestnut. The villages that the trail passes through – Chhalet, Hampta and Ghoratbari – have an interesting legend. They are believed by locals to lie on the gateway to heaven
(which a local peak ‘Inderkilla’ is considered to be). It is believed that when people die, their souls have to pass these villages. It is said that people here hear sounds of crying if the soul is condemned to hell and sounds of a trumpet, if it is ascending to heaven. Hike through alpine meadows and forests of Spruce, Chestnut and Birch to reach the campsite at Uchung Bihadi. (Overnight camp at Uchung Bihadi).
Day 03: UCHUNG BIHADI – BHALU KA GHERA (3530 Mts.) 4/5 Hrs.
The path to Bhalu Ka Ghera is through Chhika. The trek passes through some spectacular landscape to just below the Hamta Pass, on a grassy bank sloping down from the cliffs next to a mountain stream. The impressive grandeur of immediate surroundings, the nearness of the Tokru-Shakru peaks, the wonderful coloring of the rocks and mountainside, all make this one of the best campsites on the route. Chikka also has the river, Alain Nullah, which has its snout in the Hamta Pass. The trail now begins to ascend towards Hamta Pass and reaches ‘BhaluKa Ghera’, which in the local dialect means ‘Bears den.’ Himalayan Brown Bear sightings can happen here, if one is exceptionally lucky. (Overnight Camp)
Day 04: BHALU KA GHERA – HAMPTA PASS (4270m) – SHELAA GHORU (4000 Mts. ) 6/7 Hrs.
From here a steep ascent takes one up to the Hampta Jot (Jot means ‘Pass,’ in the local dialect). From this lofty pass, which has traditionally been used by shepherds to cross over to the Lahaul valley from the Kullu valley, a majestic panorama of mountain peaks opens up. One can have close views of the Deo Tibba and Indrasan peaks from the pass. Also visible from here, is a vast swathe of the rugged peaks of Lahaul rising tier upon tier. After spending some time at the pass, a steep descent & a stream crossing brings one to the campsite at Shelaa Ghoru, considered to be one of the coldest places on the route. (Overnight camp at Shelaa Goru)
Day 05: SHELAA GORU – CHAATRU – MANALI (2050 Mts.) 3 / 4 Hrs. Trek.
After an early breakfast, it is a leisurely trek down to the road-head at Chaatru, in the Chandra valley. A stream crossing is involved during this descent and the stream has to be negotiated with care, if the water level is high. Chattru is a small settlement located on the banks of the roaring Chandra river and is populated by a few tented Dhabas, which usually supply refreshments and lodging to travelers from Manali to Spiti. we board our chartered vehicles for the drive up to Manali. Programme concludes.
Hamta Pass – 4270 Mts.
Duration : 07 Days
Season : May – October
Region : Kullu – Manali , Lahoul & Spiti
Grade : Moderate – Strenuous
Maximum Altitude : 4270 Mts.
THE ITINERARY
Day 01: REPORT AT BASE CAMP KALATH, ( 5,580 Ft )
Forenoon: Acclimatization trek to Parsha waterfall.
Afternoon: Activities/ Team building games etc. The day ends with the bonfire after dinner.
Day 02: KALATH – TILGAN THACH (2450 Mts.) 5-6 Hrs.
Drive till the starting point of the trek, Jagatsukh. Initially an uphill trek till the temple of Naag Devta, through the old village Bhanara and then a gradual uphill trek through the forest of cedar, spruce and oak takes us to a beautiful campsite at Tilgan Thach. Overnight at camp.
Day 03: TILGAN THACH – SAROTU (3300 Mts.) 5-6 Hrs.
Initially a gradual uphill trek passing through the boulders and beautiful meadows and then through the thick forest of cedar, spruce and oak. Camp on an alpine pasture Sarotu carpeted with fern and alpine flowers in the summer, where from a chain of snowcapped mountains gives a visual feast. Overnight at Sarotu camp.
Day 04: SORTU –JOBRI NALA – UCHUNG BIHADI / CHIKKA (3100 Mts.) 4 Hrs.
Descending down the lush green pastures of Sarotu, descend down till Jobri Nala, where the headwaters of the newly created AD hydro electricity project are located. Hike through alpine meadows and forests of Spruce, Chestnut and Birch to reach the campsite at Uchung Bihadi. (Overnight camp at Uchung Bihadi).
Day 05: UCHUNG BIHADI – BHALU KA GHERA (3530m) 4/5 Hrs.
The path to Bhalu Ka Ghera is through Chhika. The trek passes through some spectacular landscape to just below the Hamta Pass, on a grassy bank sloping down from the cliffs next to a mountain stream. The impressive grandeur of immediate surroundings, the nearness of the Tokru-Shakru peaks, the wonderful coloring of the rocks and mountainside, all make this one of the best campsites on the route. Chikka also has the river, Alain Nullah, which has its snout in the Hamta Pass. The trail now begins to ascend towards Hamta Pass and reaches ‘BhaluKa Ghera’, which in the local dialect means ‘Bears den.’ Himalayan Brown Bear sightings can happen here, if one is exceptionally lucky. (Overnight Camp)
Day 06: BHALU KA GHERA – HAMPTA PASS (4270m) – SHELAA GHORU (4000 Mts. ) 6/7 Hrs.
From here a steep ascent takes one up to the Hampta Jot (Jot means ‘Pass,’ in the local dialect). From this lofty pass, which has traditionally been used by shepherds to cross over to the Lahaul valley from the Kullu valley, a majestic panorama of mountain peaks opens up. One can have close views of the Deo Tibba and Indrasan peaks from the pass. Also visible from here, is a vast swathe of the rugged peaks of Lahaul rising tier upon tier. After spending some time at the pass, a steep descent & a stream crossing brings one to the campsite at Shelaa Ghoru, considered to be one of the coldest places on the route. (Overnight camp at Shelaa Goru)
Day 07: SHELAA GHORU – CHAATRU – MANALI (2050 Mts.) 3 / 4 Hrs. Trek.
After an early breakfast, it is a leisurely trek down to the road-head at Chaatru, in the Chandra valley. A stream crossing is involved during this descent and the stream has to be negotiated with care, if the water level is high. Chattru is a small settlement located on the banks of the roaring Chandra river and is populated by a few tented Dhabas, which usually supply refreshments and lodging to travelers from Manali to Spiti. we board our chartered vehicles for the drive up to Manali. Programme concludes.
COST INCLUDES
Accommodation in spacious and comfortable tents at base camp at Kalath ( 6 – 8 pax in a tent, ground bedding with mattresses, pillows and blankets ). There is a separate block of toilets and washrooms with running hot and cold water for male and female.
Accommodation in Alpine tents ( 4men/6men/8men ) during the trek in higher camps ( separate toilet tent facility is provided ).
Sleeping bags ( Holofill ), Rucksack, Trekking mats.
A variety of wholesome hygienic vegetarian meals.
All activities as per the itinerary.
Transportation/ transfers as per the itinerary.
Services of qualified instructors/ guides, cook, kitchen helper and mules/porters to carry camping equipment if logistics required.
Basic first aid kit .
COST EXCLUDES
Transportation to reach base camp and back to your destination. However, arrangements of travelling can be made on request.
Any accidental, emergency, travel or medical Insurance.
Any expenses of a personal nature.
Service tax as applicable.
Beverages or drinks of any sort, including soft drinks or bottled / mineral water.
Any charges to visit monument/ heritage buildings and photography or camera charges.
Any transportation charges or transfers which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
Any charges for a manual or helicopter evacuation, hospitalisation in case of a medical emergency or the like.
Any additional activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
The Personal porterage / horses for carrying of individual kit or baggage.
RECOMMENDED TO BRING THE FOLLOWING:
1. Valid identity card/s
2. Trekking shoes
3. Cotton pants/trek pants
4. Cotton shirts
5. Woollen pullover
6. Jacket
7. Woollen cap
8. Sun Cap/Hat
9. Waterproof gloves (other than blue color)
10. Cotton and woollen socks
11. Light rain coat or plastic sheet
12. Vaseline/cold cream
13. Walking Stick (optional)
14. Flip-flop (chappals)
15. Light towel
16. Lunch box
17. Water Bottle
18. Sunglasses
19. Sun block cream
20. Needle with thread
21. Toiletries
22. A notebook
23. Ball point pen
24. Personal medical kit
25. Headlamp/torch with cells
PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICIES
(Cancellation request will only be accepted by email)
In case request for cancellation is received before 30 clear days or more in advance before the scheduled date of reporting, 80% of the advance taken will be refunded.
If the request for cancellation is received between 15 to 29 days, 50% of advance taken will be refunded.
No refund will be given, if the cancellation intimation is received less than 15 days before the reporting date.
PARTICIPANTS PLEASE NOTE
The Programme schedule can be changed due to unforeseen circumstances. In case of any illness during the expedition, the expenses for medical treatment, travel and porter etc. are to be borne by the concerned individual. Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited during the camp. Trek India Outdoors cannot be held responsible for any accident, illness or any unexpected events during the expedition. Primary medical facilities will be available wherever, possible. Participants will be presented with certificates only on successful completion of the expedition. During the expedition the decision of the Camp Director will be final and binding.
***Those who are on special medication should bring their own necessary medicines. People having Asthma, Blood Pressure, Heart Problems or any high altitude ailments are advised not to participate.
