Hampta Pass Trek 4 Days & 3 Nights
Overview
Hampta Pass Trek
Hampta Pass trek is the most beautiful trek around Manali and can be done by anyone who is reasonably fit. Hampta Pass lies on the beautiful Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas and is a small corridor between Lahaul and the Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh. Shepherds of the lesser Himalayan region frequently use the Hampta pass, seeking high-altitude grassland in the dry cold desert of Lahaul during summertime. Numbers of wildflowers and varieties of herbs can be found at an altitude between 3000 to 3800m. Setting off from Manali we drive to Sethan village 2700m and continue to Panduropa – Jobri (2800 m), the starting point of the trek.
Setting off from Jobri first we cross the ford on Jobri Nala originating from Deo Tibba massif. The route from Chikka to Jobri passes through the forest of Deodar, Oak, walnut, and Birch trees. Gradual climb to Juara and Balu ka Ghera. The final ascent leads through boulder and scree to the Hampta pass. The spectacular views of Mount Indrasan (6221 m) and Deo Tibba (6001 m) peak only can be seen with a clear sky. Crossing the river near Shea Goru camp we descend to the river bed and follow the left bank of Chandra River to Chatru where the trek ends.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Manali (1,950m) to Jobri (2,800m) 18 km, 1:20 hours drive, trek to Chikka (3,100m), 3 km, trek 2-3 hours.
Day 2: Chikka (3,100m) to Juara (3,450m) – Balu Gera (3,600m), 5 km, trek 6 hours.
Day 3: Balu Gera (3,600 m) to Hampta Pass (4,268m) – Shea Goru (3,900m), 9 km, trek 7 – 8 hrs.
Day 4: Shea Goru (3,900 m) to Chatru (3,320m), 5 km, trek 4-5 hours. Chatru – Atal Tunnel – Manali, 63 km drive 3 hours.
What is included in the price
– All ground transportation to & fro as per the itinerary. Pick up from your hotel to drop at the hotel in Manali. – 3 nights camp with all camping facilities. 3 men spacious 4 season tents for 2, sleeping bags + liners, foam mattresses, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, trekking poles & safety gear. – All meals during the trek – from bed tea/coffee to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and post-trek snacks; from Indian, Tibetan, and Chinese to continental cuisine. – Support staff: Qualified trekking guide, cook & trekking horses, Forest camping fees, Goods and services tax, First aid medical kit & oxygen bottles.
What is not included in the price
× Hotel in Manali, Day 1 breakfast and Day 4 dinner, Travel insurance, Soft or hard drinks, Personal tipping to staff: Guide, cook, camp crew, horsemen, porters, driver. Personal tipping to guide, cook, camp crew, horsemen, and porters.
Itinerary
Day 1: Manali (1,950m), Drive to Jobri (2,800m), 18 km, 1:30 hours, Trek Chikka (3,100m), 2-3 hours.
Setting off from Manali we drive to Jobri (2,800m). An early departure from Manali, we drive 3 km south of Manali on the left bank of the Beas River to Prini village. Continue to drive through the Prini to Hampta and Sethan village. Sethan village is a small settlement of early horsemen known as Khampas of Tibetan origin. En suite road goes through the alpine forest to the Panduropa (2,700m), Panduropa is known for the small paddy field – where Pandavas of Mahabharata during their exile, spent a part of their time in this region and are said to have cultivated crops at Panduropa. Continue until reaching Jobri.
Our starting point of the trek. Jobri at the first crossing of the bridge on Jobri Nala.
Beginning the trek from here the trail passes through the thick forest of Deodar, Oak, walnut, and Birch trees to Chikka, which has beautiful meadows. Soon along the left bank for a few minutes then along the right bank of Hamta River to Chikka. (3,100m). Around Chikka fantastic views of the Rocky Mountains.
Day 2: Jobri (2,800 m), Trek to Balu ka Ghera (3,600 m), 5 km, trek 6 hours.
After crossing the second bridge we climb gently to Juara for 2 hrs along the right banks of the Hamta River. We will pass beneath the waterfall. The next adventure is going to be a stream crossing just before Juara. A beautiful meadow awaits at Juara. From Jwara trail gently climbs to Balu ka Gera. From here we will have the first view of the Hamta pass. It’s a beautiful campsite close to crystal clear water. Be aware of bears in this area by early-season trek and late-season trek. The area itself is known as Bears Den.
A gradual climb begins after Bhalu ka Gera. Balu ka Gera is known for wildflowers, rocks, and caves. From here we will have the first view of our next day crossing of Hamta Pass. It’s a beautiful campsite close to crystal clear water.
Day 3: Balu ka Ghera (3,600 m) – Trek Hampta Pass (4 268m) – Shea Goru (3 900m), 9 km, 7-8 Hrs.
An early departure from camp, as there is a long walk today and crossing of Hampta pass. The gradual climb begins soon after leaving Balu Ghera. It may take three to four hours to reach the Hampta pass. From Hampta Pass a fantastic view of Deo Tibba (6001m) and Indrasan peak (6220m). After crossing the Hamta pass a steep descent to Shea Goru plains for overnight camp. Crossing Hampta Pass the landscape changes dramatically from lush green to the barren semi-desert of Lahaul. This pass is located on the easternmost part of the Pir Panjal range.
Day 4: Shea Goru (3,900 m), Trek to Chatru (3,320m), 5 km, trek 4 hours. Chatru to Manali. 63 km, 3 hours drive.
Today we cross-stream near the camp and follow the right bank until it joins with the Chandra River. Soon after crossing the stream relatively easy descent to Chandra Valley floor. We pass beneath the huge rocky mountain and the trail goes through moraines and boulders. Arriving at the valley floor and crossing the stream by a bridge, an easy trail along the Chandra River until reaching Chatru and back to Manali.
