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Hampta Pass Trek

Manali , India
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Overview

About Hampta Pass Trek

Hamta Pass is a corridor in the Himalayas, between the Chandra Valley in Lahaul and the Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh, India. The pass is named after Hamta Village, below Sethan village. Lower Himalayan shepherds use the pass in summer for its high-altitude grasslands in the summer, when the desert of Lahaul is barren. The pass includes vertical rock walls, waterfalls, hanging glaciers, pinewoods, rhododendron forests, open meadows, and small lakes, as well as 6000-meter tall peaks. The trek also includes glaciers and fast-flowing rivers, making it challenging but doable for some beginners.


Region:

Hampta Pass Trek starts from Manali. A town in India’s northern Himachal Pradesh state.


Hampta Pass Trek Difficulty Level:

Hampta Pass is a moderate-level trek and is preferred by both beginners as well as experienced trekkers. The maximum altitude attained gained during the Hampta pass trek is 4,200 m.

Best Time to Visit Hampta Pass:

Hampta Pass is a Monsoon Trek and is best done between mid-June to mid-October. There are chances to witness snow on the high passes in the early days of the season and then it melts down completely by August.

Hampta Trek Weather/Temperature:

The temperature in Hampta Pass Trek daytime is pleasant between 10 to 15 degrees and at night it goes down up to -5 degrees.

Trek Duration:

Total Hampta Pass trek duration is 5 days including a road journey from Manali.

Accommodation Type:

During the trek, you will be provided 3 person tent on a twin sharing basis and 4 person tent on a triple sharing basis. Female trekkers will share a room/tent with female trekkers only. Solo female trekker will be provided separate tent.

Meals on the Trek:

Meals start from day 1 dinner to day 5 breakfast. On Day 5 early departure after breakfast. During the trek, you will be provided healthy hot meals which include breakfast, lunch, evening tea and snacks, hot soup, and dinner with daily different desserts. Hot drinking water will be provided daily at the campsite.

Hampta Trek Altitude/Height:

The lowest altitude will be 6,725 ft at Manali and the highest 14,100 ft at Hampta Pass.

Hampta Trek Distance:

Total Hampta Pass Trek distance is 28 km from Jobra.

Manali to Hampta/Jobra Distance and Trek Route:

Manali to Jobra distance is 16km (2 hr. drive) by road and a 2 km trek to Chika. From Chika, it is a 2-day trek to Hampta Pass.

Fixed Departure Dates:

June: 19,26

How to Reach Manali from Delhi:

The best way to reach Hampta Pass from Delhi is via Manali. Reaching from New Delhi to Manali is probably the easiest part of the whole trip. The distance between Delhi and Manali is around 550 kilometres.

By train-

There is no direct train to Manali. From Delhi, you can either take a Shatabdi train to Chandigarh or a train to Pathankot and then hire a cab or take a bus to Manali.

By road-

The distance between Delhi and Manali is around 550 km. The distance between Chandigarh and Manali is 310 km. You can either take a direct bus from Delhi to Manali or reach Chandigarh from Delhi and then take a bus from Chandigarh to Manali. There is a flight of buses that runs between these cities and Manali. From Delhi, it takes around 14 hours to reach Manali by bus. It takes around 8 hours to reach Manali from Chandigarh by bus.

By flight-

Fly to Bhuntar. Located 52 kilometers away from Manali, it is the nearest airport to Manali. There are many private and Indian Airlines flights to Bhuntar that operate regularly. From Bhuntar, you can either take a cab or a direct bus to Manali.



What's included

Food as per menu on the trek.
Tents, Sleeping bags, mats.
Transport from Manali to Manali
Forest permits and camping fee.
Trek guide, cook, support staff
Porters/mules to carry trekking equipment.
First aid medical kit, oxygen cylinder, and UIAA certified safety equipment.
Any kind of personal expenses on the trek.
Meal during road journeys.
Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
Any kind of travel insurance.
Anything not specified in the inclusion list.

Itinerary

Manali to Jobra to Chika
  • Altitude:- 6,725 ft to Chika 10,100ft.
  • 16/km 2-hour drive to Jobra from Manali
  • 2km, 50 minutes trek from Jobra to Chika
  • Stay: Tents
  • Meeting time at Manali is 10 am to reach Chika campsite by 5 pm
Chika to Balu ka Ghera
  • Altitude:- 10,100ft to 12,000ft
  • 8.5Km, 6hr trek from Chika to Balu Ka Ghera
  • Moderate trek today
  • Packed lunch will be given
  • Water sources are available throughout the trek
  • Have your dinner and rest in the camps at Balu ka Ghera.
Balu Ka Ghera to Shea Goru via Hampta Pass
  • Altitude:- 11,900ft to 14,100ft (Hampta Pass) to 12,900ft (Shea Goru)
  • Start your day with a steep ascend till the Pass
  • 7 km trek takes around 10hr
  • No water point on the way (Depends on the snow condition)
  • Packed lunch will be given
  • 1 hour of easy walk from the Pass to the campsite
  • Shea Goru campsite is the coldest place on the trek
  • Stay in tent
Shia Goru to Chatru trek and drive to Chandratal and back
  • Altitude:- 12,900ft to 13,950ft (Chandratal) to Chatru (11,000ft)
  • 7Km trek which takes around 5hr
  • Easy trail and decend to Chatru
  • water sources on the way
  • Hot lunch at Chatru
  • Drive to Chandratal and back to the campsite (depends on road and weather conditions)
  • Have your dinner and spend overnight at Chatru in tents
Chatru to Manali via Atul Tunnel
  • 85km drive which takes around 4-6 hours.
  • Breakfast at Chatru campsite
  • Lunch on the way (not included in the package)
  • Reach Manali around 2 pm. Driving time may increase due to heavy traffic
  • Plan your stay accordingly after reaching Manali

Know Before you go

Note* If you don't want to carry your backpack 🎒 you can give it to porter/Mules🐴, but you have to inform us in advance and have to pay Rs. /- extra per bag for the whole trek.

Things to Know Before You Go on the Trek

● Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains and take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.

● Pay attention to the trek guides and instructors in order to enjoy a safe and sound trek.

● One must not expect luxuries. Electricity may be available only at Joshimath.

● The Vasuki Tal trek takes place through an eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering of the local sites or campsites. Travelers littering may be fined.

● The management reserves all the right to modify the Vasuki Tal trek during any emergencies or natural calamities.

● It is recommended to carry enough warm clothes and the right kind of trekking shoes for the trek.

● Children below the age of 7 years are not recommended for the Hampta Pass Trek

Things To Carry

<p>The key to staying comfortable while on an active trip is layering. To get maximum comfort with minimum weight, you need versatile layers that mix and match to create the right amount of insulation, ventilation and weather protection. This gear list has been created to help you choose the proper equipment. Try to bring only what is necessary; this will help you and the field staff.
</p><p><b>Required
</b></p><p>👉 Thermals - Tops and Bottoms
</p><p>👉 Day Pack (20L-30L) and Rucksack 50-60L
</p><p>👉 Bag Rain Cover
</p><p>👉 Fleece pants
</p><p>👉 Woolen gloves and woolen cap
</p><p>👉 Fleece/Wool Jacket or Sweater
</p><p>👉 Headlamp with Fresh Batteries
</p><p>👉 Hiking Pants (Warm, Convertible, Quick-Dry, Lightweight)
</p><p>👉 Woolen Socks (4-5 pairs)
</p><p>👉 Insulated Jacket
</p><p>👉 Long Sleeve Shirts (Synthetic, Lightweight)
</p><p>👉 Rain-Coat/Poncho
</p><p>👉 Sport Sunglasses and Sun cap
</p><p>👉 Hiking Boots
</p><p>👉 Sun Block and Lip Balm
</p><p>👉 Water Bottles
</p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b>Optional
</b></p><p>✖ Altimeter
</p><p>✖ Camera and Accessories
</p><p>✖ Compass
</p><p>✖ Ear Plugs
</p><p>✖ Glacier Glasses
</p><p>✖ Reading and Writing Materials
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Meeting And Pickup

<p>We have a fixed departure point from Nehru Park at the upper end of Mall Road, near Manali Govt Bus station.</p>

Redemption Process

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Cancellation Policy

  • No refund if cancelled : We know plans can change, and we're here to help. Unfortunately, no refunds are available once a booking is confirmed. Your reservation is final, and modifications or reschedules can't be accommodated. In case of cancellation, a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
  • Unforeseen Circumstances : This activity requires good weather. In cases of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions leading this activity cancellations, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • Refund Process : Refunds will be credited to the original booking payment source within 10 business days, and cash refunds will not be issued

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