Hamta Pass Trek
Hamta Pass Trek
DAY 01: Manali
Prini-Sythen (3-4 hrs) Half and hour drive from Manali to Prini where the trek begins. Camp a few kilometers beyond Sythen Village (2710 mts) in a narrow valley. Overnight in tents.
DAY 02: Sythen
Chikha (3-4 hrs) Trek through lush green high altitude pastures to a beautiful camp site at Chikha (3270 mts). The area is speckled with wild flowers and there are a few waterfalls just behind the campsite. Overnight in tents.
DAY 03: Chikha
Bhalu ka Dera (3-4 hrs) Easy walking till the next camp at Bhalu ka Dera (3700 mts) at the base of the Hampta Pass. Bhalu ka Dera is literally translated into Bears Camp where small brown bears use the caves around to hibernate in the winter. Overnight in tent.
DAY 04: Bhalu ka Dera
Hampta Pass – Siliguri (6-7 hrs) The trekking on this day is challenging and the climb to the top of the pass (4270 mts) takes about three to four hours. The views from the top of the Pass include some high peaks and stunning mountain scenery. Overnight in tents.
DAY 05: Siliguri
Chatru – Manali (4+4 hrs) First views of the Chandra Valley and Lahoul await you on this day. After two river crossings you get to Chatru which is on the road head and is the end of this trek. Pick up at Chatru by motor vehicle and drive back to Manali over the Rohtang Pass. Overnight at the hotel.