Are you planning a trekking trip to India? Why not choose a spot where you can feel the natural beauty along with gaining an adventurous experience.
Himachal has some of the best trekking mountains which will give you a thrilling experience. Trekking in mountain ranges in Himachal promises you the best opportunity to fulfill your dream of exploring the unexplored terrains. Himachal treks are one of the best attractions of mountaineers from across the globe. Here are some of the best trekking destinations in Himachal to explore.
1. Hampta pass Trek
Hampta pass trek is located at the altitude of 14039ft. On the Pir Panjal range of Himalayas. This pass is frequently used by the shepherds of the lower Himalaya region. the beauty of Hampta trek is bewitching with wildflowers, waterfall, vertical rock walls, rhododendron forest, tiny lakes.
The trekkers will be passing through glaciers, challenging terrain. Fast-flowing rivers that will fill your heart with excitement.
How to reach the Hampta pass:
By road-From Delhi take a bus to Manali from there you need to reach jobra from where the trek begins.
By rail- the nearest is Joginder Nagar railway station which is 166km from Manali.
By air- The nearest airport is Bhuntar airport which is 52km from Manali.
About the trek-
It is 4-5 days of trek depending on the itinerary
On the first day, you are going to drive from Manali to jobra from where the trek will begin, the trail is full of pine trees, maple trees and birches . for the first day the camps will be set up at chikka. The second day you will be leaving for chikka to Balu ka Ghera which is a 5-6 hrs hike in between you are going to spot some shepherds and tea points to refresh yourself. On the third day, you are going to head towards the shea goru and crossing the Hampta pass in 7-8hrs from there you will be able to spot indrasan peak and many more the trek is going to be a bit steeper from here to Lahaul valley. on the fourth day of your trip, you will be going to shea goru to chatru in 5hrs. Passing from the beautiful views.
2. Kheerganga Trek
The kheerganga trek is in Parvati valley on the altitude of 2960m from sea level. its beauty is mesmerizing with the greenery and mountains all around which will make you fall in love with the place and its astonishing beauty. The best thing about the kheerganga is the sparkling water flowing in the valley.
How to reach
By bus-You can reach kheerganga by taking a bus from Delhi to Manali route and stop at bhuntar and then opt for any local bus from bhuntar to kheerganga
By rail-Chandigarh railway station is the major nearest railway station
By airways-Chandigarh airport is the nearest airport and bhuntar airport also with limited flight connectivity.
About the trek
There are three routes available to reach kheer Ganga
One is from the bridge of barshaini and take left and you will be passing through nakthan village. The other one is right to barshaini village and hike up to kalga village and from tosh village is another different trekking route to kheerganga.enjoy the scenic trail from every route and experience the whole new atmosphere.
