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Description:
Quick Look
Day 1 Manali to Jobri Drive & Trek to Chikka (3000m)
Day 2 Chhika to Balu Gyra (3300m), 5-6 hrs trek
Day 3 Balu Gyra to Shea Gahru (3700m) over Hamta Pass (4200m), 6-7 hrs trek
Day 4 Shea Gahru to Chhatru (3360m), 2-3 hrs trek, Side trip to Lake Chandratal
Day 5 Chhatru to Manali, 76 kms (1950m), 5-6 hrs drive
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Manali to Jobri Drive & Trek to Chikka (3000m)
Reporting at HIMALAYAN FRONTIERS office at Old Manali, as per the shared location. After briefing, drive to Jobri Nallah (1h 30min). The zig-zag drive high over Manali offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas and the valley. Pass through the Khangpa village of Saten, inhabited by people migrated from Spiti. The trek starts from the road end, following a flat, easy trail through forests and meadows for 1.5 hours. The campsite is set in a scenic open valley. Night in camp.
Day 2 Chikka to Balu Gyra (3300m) – 5-6 hrs trek
The trail begins with an easy, slightly uphill walk across pasturelands, covered with grass and stone slabs. Wildflowers, including Rhododendrons (seasonal), bloom along the route. Some sections have steep riverbanks and high cliffs. You may need to cross chilled streams under the supervision of expert guides (carry sneakers for safety). The gradual ascent leads to the breathtaking alpine site of Balu Gyra at the base of Hamta Pass. Night in camp.
Day 3 Balu Gyra to Shea Gahru (3700m) via Hamta Pass (4200m) – 6-7 hrs
An early start is advised for the long trek. During early seasons, expect compact snow (carry gaiters for fresh snow). The summer trail is adorned with wildflowers. The ascent follows a zig-zag trail through boulders and stony paths leading to the mighty Hamta Pass. From the top, enjoy spectacular views of Lahoul-Spiti Valley and peaks like Deo Tibba and Indra Asan. The landscape changes from lush greenery to rugged terrain. A descent for about an hour leads to the campsite at Shea Gahru near a glacier, where chilled winds lower the temperature. Night in camp.
Day 4 Shea Gahru to Chhatru (3360m) – 2-3 hrs trek & Chandratal Lake Excursion
The trail descends along a cold mountain stream. Depending on the bridge's condition, you may cross it or take an alternative route. After 2-3 hours of trekking, reach the beautiful Chhatru campsite at the Manali-Spiti road junction. Post lunch, drive to Chandratal Lake, a mesmerizing crescent-shaped lake surrounded by CB and Barashigari mountain ranges. After enjoying the stunning landscape, return to the camp. Night in camp.
Day 5 Chhatru to Manali – 76 km (5-6 hrs drive)
Drive back to Manali via Atal Tunnel, passing through breathtaking landscapes, waterfalls, and picturesque valleys. Drop-off at the Himalayan Frontiers campsite or Manali town for onward travel.
Cost
Hampta Pass Trek cost is based on Minimum 4 Person
COST INCLUDE
Pick up and drop from HIMALAYAN FRONTIERS camps
Vehicle- Tata sumo/Tempo Traveler
All meals during trek (breakfast/lunch/dinner)
Lunch will be served packed during trek
Boiled water during trek
Mules/ Porters Qualified mountaineer guide
Accommodation in tents on 2/3 sharing
Sleeping bag & Mattress
Dinning tent, Toilet tent, chairs & table Basic
Kitchen Team with all necessary item
First aid kit with portable oxygen
Forest permits and camping charges
Technical equipment
GST 5%
COST EXCLUDE
Personal expenses
Beverages
Insurance cost of emergency evacuation / travel insurance
Personal trekking equipment
Lunch in Manali
Monument entry fee if any
Bus / Flight / Train tickets
Tipping to staff
Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances: Road blocks, landslide, bad weather
Refund to any unused services
Extra charges arose on dropping the trek in the middle
Map
Landmark/Highlights
Awesome view of Kullu Valley while driving toward Jobari
Dense forest and meadows filled by verities of wild flowers
Sheer cliffs and waterfalls along the trek and while driving
Stunning beauty of snow-capped mountains and glaciers
Challenge to Cross the chilled mountain streams
Blue Chandra tal lake amidst rugged terrain
General Information
By air: Bhuntar at the distance of 50 kms from Manali, taxi can be booked on arrival and local bus station is at proximity of airport. please note that by bus 1h30 to 2 hours of journey.
By Road: Manali is well connected to Delhi. Overnight Volvo buses are run by Himachal road ways transport, Himachal tourism and private tour operators. Online booking facilities are available to book the tickets for the choice of your date.
Arrival time of buses at Manali is between 8-9 am. Hence reporting time at designated place is 10 am.
Briefing of trip will start on 10 am on day of arrival, every participant is requested to be on time. Those missing the briefing will be not repeated for those late arrival.
Those who could not reach timely on reporting day will be considered no show. No show of participant will enforce Himalayan Frontiers to either postponed the trip (if seat and trip available) or cancel their booking. Those who considered non- shown please consult the terms and condition policies applied by company. To avoid such inconvenience, we advise each participant to reach Manali a day earlier the trek start and be on time to avoid delay of trek start.
|
S.No. |
Items |
No. of items |
|
1 |
Water proof jacket type of gore- tax or else |
1. |
|
2 |
Tee -Shirts (full sleeves) |
2. |
|
3 |
Fleece Jackets / woolen sweater
|
1 each |
|
4 |
Thermal inner suite (upper+ lower) |
1 pair |
|
5 |
Trek paint, |
1+1 |
|
6 |
Poncho |
1 |
|
7 |
Sun hate (cap) + Balaclava |
1 |
|
8 |
Trekking shoes. (high ankle recommended) |
1 |
|
9 |
camp shoes or multiuse light plastic sneakers/ shoes
which can be used to cross the mountain stream |
1 |
|
10 |
Gloves |
I fleece, or water proof. |
|
11 |
socks |
3 pairs. |
|
12 |
Sunglasses / Spare glasses or contact lenses, |
|
|
13 |
Head light. (torch or flash light with spare batteries) |
1 |
|
14 |
Sun cream, stick to protect the lips |
1 each. |
|
15 |
toilet kit |
1 |
|
16 |
Camera with spare memory cards and batteries, (battery
Charger can be used only in city/ town) |
You to manage. |
|
17 |
water bottle, |
1 |
|
18 |
walking sticks if one required, |
1 pair. |
|
19 |
personal medical kit as per your medical advisor. |
You to manage. |
|
20 |
A light towel, A toilet paper roll- wet tissue paper. |
1 each. |
|
21 |
A knife (Multifunctional knife)- lighters |
1 each. |
|
22 |
A large plastic bag to protect your clothing from dust
and rain inside the rucksack, |
1+1 spare. |
|
23 |
fanny pack to keep safely
your important doc. as passport, identity card, insurance paper, credit
cards, money etc. |
1 |
|
24 |
Ruck- sack of 60 liters + day sack of 20 to 30 liters |
1+1 |
|
25 |
Dry fruits and energy bars |
as option |
Above mentioned items should preferably be packed in a rucksack that is easier to carry. Please do handle the plastic/polythene bags and don’t carry any disposable items, ornaments and other valuables.
All booking for the tours/treks is made with Himalayan Frontiers, herein
after referred to as ‘the company’ and are subject to the conditions:
the person signing the booking form accepts the conditions and is
hereafter referred to as the client.
The Company cannot be made liable for the consequences of weather
condition, flight cancellations, war or threat of civil war, strikes,
industrial action, political unrest or any other force majeure, unusual or
unforeseen circumstance. The company reserves the right to use alternate
transport, or vary the itinerary if breakdown, sickness or any other force
major. Any additional that result, such as extra hotel accommodation, flight or
road transport will be on your charge and must be paid directly at the spot.
Please understand, there are certain hazards involved in your
adventurous and culture holidays which you must accept at your own risk. The
company will not be liable for any illness major or minor injury, death
sustained during neither the trip, nor it will be liable for any uninsured
losses of your property and other losses during the trip.
This is mandatory for all clients travelling on any tour/ trek or
independent itinerary arranged by us. You are responsible for obtaining
adequate insurance covering expenses of unexpected as mentioned in liability
paragraph. the loss of baggage, medical expenses, helicopter (air or ground)
rescue, injury, death, repatriation, cancellation and curtailment of the
itinerary.
*It is strongly advised that clients take out insurance to cover the
unexpected and cancellation charges.
No refund will be made for any unused services included in the tour / trek cost. No refund will be payable to any client who voluntarily or obliged to leaves a trip enroute, clients are responsible to bare their own expenses, expenses of such as escort, transport, hotels and other related services occurred due to such circumstances.
For foreign nation participants additional charges will be add on to buy the foreign currency, (hence buying the currency charges has to be borne by clients) bank transfer (wire transfer) charges and other administrative paperwork to be completed which is quite long exhausted process, we request you to understand and co-operate with. We will do our best possible to deal such cases respecting the present circumstances.
Client agree to accept the authority and the decision of the tour/ trek leader or escort appointed by the company whilst on tour with the company. If in the opinion of the tour/ trek leader, any client’s behaviour is detrimental to the safety, welfare or harmonious state of the group as a whole, the client may be asked to leave the tour / trek without any right of refund and all extra expenses caused will be on his/her charge.
The organisers or any individual connected with the camp shall not be held responsible of any accident or any unforeseen natural calamity
Last moment changes on programme will not be acceptable. Final decision on any dispute will be taken by HIMALAYAN FRONTIERS Pvt. Ltd. only.
Participants are not allowed to go out of campsite without permission of Himalayan Frontier authorities.
Participants are expected to be in discipline. One can be dismissed from the programme/camp who found to be misbehaving with any individual or staff members, without prior notice.
Remember there are certain challenges in your adventure holidays, during the trek you may encounter bad weather, your co-trekkers may injure or tired, you should not hesitate to give hand to those who are seeking for help.
You will encounter mountain stream which has to be cross by human chain or by other relevant method under supervision of our expert and experienced tour guide / trek leader. Every participant is advised to follow their instruction to the safety and welfare of everyone. Remember that every hazardous situation can be successfully dealt when we work in team, so please keep the team spirit alive at every instant.
Note: Multiuse light Plastic sneakers or shoes which can be easily dry are advised to carry to cross the mountain streams and also can use as camp shoes.
Himalayan Frontiers is very sensible about environments concern. This is
our extreme responsibility together to take serious care of our surrounding. If
we expect / appreciate to travel in trash free zone, it’s very important to let
the zone trash free to others. We request every participant to not litter any
single wrapper, any items of non-biodegradable, such items should be brought
back to the camp site everyday and dispose at the dust bin of camp or the best
will be to bring down to Manali at the Himalayan Frontiers camp site, hand over
to the team members on arrival who will further care of it very responsibly.
Contribution of each participant to this initiative will be highly appreciated.
Our slogan is: “Leave the foot prints behind but not the trash”.
40% of total programme cost should be deposited in advance for booking.
Balance payment should be made at least 7 days before the tour begins.
The amount paid once is not transferable to any other programme /tour or
to any other individual(s)/group or for any other service.
No refund shall be made if participant(s) drop/terminate from program at
any point due to any reason.
One has to take care of his/her individual luggage. In case of loss or
damage customer himself will be responsible for the same.
The organizers or any individual connected with the tour shall not be
held responsible of any accident or any unforeseen natural calamity.
Bank charges has to be paid by the Client.
|
S.No. |
Cancellation Period (Before the
Tour Begins) |
Refund% |
|
1 |
30 days |
100% |
|
2 |
15
days |
50% |
|
3 |
7 days |
15% |
|
4 |
Less than 7 days |
Nil |