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Hampta Pass Trek

Explore Kullu, manali and LAhaul Spiti Valley on Hampta Pass Trek

The name “Hampta Pass” derived from Hampta Village. It is at an altitude of 14,107 feet in the Himalayan Pin Panjal range. And, it is the passage between LAhaul and Kullu, or manali valley of Himachal Pradesh. 2 differences Hampta Pass Trek, This region has rich Flora and Fauna but, on the other hand the LA haul valley has barren lands and is deserted. Therefore, go through quaint villages and explore two different cultures. In ancient times, the trail was a trade route. Thus, now it is frequently used by the shepherds in summers to find grasslands in the deserted LA haul, Spiti valley. HimptaPass

Why is Hampta Pass Trek?

A stunning Trans Himalayan crossover trek that will blow your mind, Hampta Pass trek will surprise you with dramatic and rapid changes in the scenery. Before going in details about this trek, we would like to give an introduction of Hampta Pass. Perched at an altitude nearly to 14,107 ft surrounded by the mighty Himalayas the trail begins with the campsite of Jobra where here one will cut through a lot of forests. The next campsite is Jwara, furnished with carpet full of flowers in short wildflower meadow at the meeting point of valley. Your eyes will welcome you with the drama on the terrain. From a green valley to cold barren desert. After crossing Jwara, the next campsite is Balu Ka Ghera and thereafter Shea Goru which is the desert oasis. If you are looking for a five-day short itinerary, Hampta Pass is the perfect trek full of surprises and eye opener which will leave you in awe. HimptaPass

Fall in Love With The Trail!

So, the Hampta Pass trail is easy to fall in love with! Because of rich flora and fauna and opportunity to spot rare Himalayan birds and animals. Also, witness cascading waterfalls, dense forests and variety of trees with barren lands. The Hampta valley has such dramatic changes because it is narrow and funnel shaped till Chatru. HimptaPass

Best Time to do this trek

So, the best time to do the trek is 3st week of June to last week of September last week because in pre-monsoon the trail remains covered in snow and the climb gets tough.

 About Base camp Manali

Once Manali was a quiet Market but it transformed into a famous bustling town in Kullu, manali valley of Himachal Pradesh. It has become a popular tourist attraction and works as the gateway to LA haul, Spiti and Leh. Ladakh And, also Manali is the base camp of many Himalayan treks. There are charming snow capped peaks, Deodar trees and gushing Beas – No Doubt, this beautiful hill station is for nature lovers because it’s no less than a paradise! It holds a legendary history and there are ancient temples which gives an idea of Manali’s past. Here, apples, Pear and Plum are the major source of income for most of the inhabitants.

WHY TO CHOOSE HAMPTA PASS TREK?

Before heading towards the itinerary, it is really essential to perceive the reason behind choosing Hampta pass trek. See firstly, the trekking distance is a total of by taxi 296 Km and on foot 29 km which is to be covered into 5 days. . Manali to Jabra, cheeka, Balu ka Gera, shea Geru, Chatru, Chandratal, via rohtang pass Hampta pass trek  is a low altitude mountain trek Altitudes is 4310 Meters The Starting trail is easy to moderate as compare to other treks Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature? You got to see so many heavenly bodies at one place like the panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges, you can see pine forests, different variety of flora and fauna surpassing through bona fide Garhwali culture. I think Do spare time in Interaction with our local’s team, and you will get to know about some of the ancient tales of Indian mythology and our local cultures, this is good ideas for trekkers Beautiful landscapes so carry proper photo gear & Extra battery backup. The backpack should not exceed 10 to 12 kg only HimptaPass

ATM Point & Mobile connectivity

ATM POINT: Withdraw money before your journey, Manali is the last point where you will find ATM. Mobile Connectivity: There will be no networks during the trek, in Manali your device will receive the networks, so make sure you finish all your important work and calls before starting of the trek.

Key Points Hampta pass trek

Duration: -   4 Nights 5 Days from Manali to Manali Base camp: - Manali Monsoon  Temperature:-  Day  5°C  to 12°C)   Night 2° C to 8° C Hampta pass trek- Altitude: - 4310 Meters Best Time: - June, July, August, September Trek Level: - Moderate Trek distance: - On foot 29 Km – By taxi 236 km Group Size: - minimum 5 people maximum 15 people

Altitude we are going to cover

Manali – 2050 Meter Cheeka camp – 3078 Meter Balu ka Gera    – 3783 – Meter Shea Goru camp – 3735 - Meter Chatru camp – 3322 Meter Chandratal – 4300 Meter Rohtang pass - 4114 Meter

Short Itinerary Hampta pass Trek

Day 1: Pickup to you from Manali to Jobra by taxi (22km) Same day trek to Cheeka camp (03 km) (1/2 Hours) (3078 Meter) Day 2: Trek from Cheeka camp to Balu ka Gera (08 km) (4/5 Hours) (3783 Meter) Day 3: Trek from Balu ka Gera   to via Hampta pass (4310 Meter) Shea Goru camp (12 km) (6/7 Hours) (3735 Meter) Day 4: Trek from Shea Goru camp to Chatru camp – (05 km) trek (3/4 Hours) same day drive to Chandratal (4300 Meter) back to Chatru camp (156 km) (5/6 Hours) Day 5: Trek from Chatru camp to via Rohtang pass (4114 Meter) to Manali (140 km) Reach evening 6 pm

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