Itinerary
This trek takes you through the stunningly emerald Kinnaur Valley, up the Bhaba Pass, and into the stark barren landscapes of Spiti. On the way, we traverse the Great Himalayan National Park and the beautiful Pin valley. The actual trek is of 5 days starting from the trekking base at Kafnu and following the Kafnu-Mulling-Fushtring-Baldur-Mud. From Mud, we drive onwards to Kaza, and finally to Delhi with an overnight stay in Manali.
Day 1: Arrival, Chandigarh- Rampur (8-10 hrs drive)
After you arrive at Chandigarh, we will take you by jeeps/cars to Rampur via Shimla. Overnight at a hotel in Shimla.
Day 2: Rampur-Kafnu (5 hrs)
Today, we drive past the gushing Sutlej River to Kafnu, which is the starting point for the Bhaba pass trek.
Overnight at Camps
Day 3: Kafnu to Mulling (3-4 Hours)
Leaving the village of Kafnu, 2200 m, we head eastward over a well-defined trail through luxuriant forests of pine, deodar and apple orchards to reach Mulling, 3280 m, on the banks of the Bhaba River. The ascent is steep in parts Excellent views of the Spiti and Kinnaur mountain ranges can be had from here.
Overnight at camps.
Day 4:Mulling to Tesa / Fushtring (5-6 Hours)
Today, we will trek along the Wanger River, through a forested green valley, and cross a few mountain streams as well. After we reach the Bhaba Pass base, we will camp on the banks of the Wanger River.
Day 5:Tesa to Baldur (5-6 hours)
We will be crossing the Bhaba Pass today. Enjoy the scenery and breath-taking views of the Pin Parvati pass. Later, we descend down a steep incline on the Spiti side to the camping site at Baldur. The terrain here is reminiscent of the stark landscapes of Spiti- a mix of grasslands and mountains in a variety of stunning colours.
Day 6: Baldur - Mud (3-4 hours)
Our trek will lead us into the Pin Valley today and on the periphery of the Great Himalayan National Park which is home to Ibex, Snow Leopards, Himalayan Black and Brown bears and a rich avi-faunal population. Mud is a small hamlet and we will camp just outside it. Enjoy charming views of purple hued mountains, the meandering Pin river and endless open meadows from here.
Day 7: Mud to Kaza (2 hours Drive)
A short drive will take us to Kaza today. You can explore the area and go on an optional visit to Ki Gompa and Kibber village. Overnight at a hotel in Kaza.
Day 8: Kaza-Manali (208km: 8-9hrs Drive)
Today, we take transportation to Manali. We will reach by late evening and check into a hotel/guesthouse.
Day 9: Manali-Chandigarh (8 hrs Drive), Departure
Today is our final day on this trip. We drive through the picturesque mountainside and drop you off at Chandigarh.