Hampta Pass Trek
Hampta Pass is a very beautiful sight and a dramatic trek. At 14,000 feet, it is one of the good height mountain passes in the Himalayas. Hampta Pass is the Himachal’s Harshil Valley. The landscape bears a striking resemblance to that of the Valley of Flowers—a green, narrow valley sheltered by snow-capped mountains but there’s a bonus. Dense pine forests, endless green meadows, gurgling mountain streams, vibrant wildflowers, daunting mountains, beautiful valleys, calm lakes and pools. On one side is the lush green Kullu Valley – with forests, pastures and flowers blooming on the side of your trail.
On the other side is the almost arid, austere landscape of Lahaul with barren mountains and almost no vegetation. The entire route of the Hampta Pass trek is littered with everything you can dream of witnessing on the trek. When you reach the other side of Hampta Pass, you will be amazed at the stark contrast of what you have just left behind. The landscape that stretches before you is the Spiti Valley, known for its barren stretches, rugged terrain and forget-me-not blue skies.
At its highest point, the Himalayas seem to have opened up their deepest secrets for tourists to glimpse. But the journey is not over yet. The dynamic experience continues on the descent to Shea Gore. Here you will find the most challenging part of the trek – a steep descent along narrow, rocky paths. The final treat for the eyes and soul on this trek is Chandratal Lake. It is nestled between the lofty peaks of Pirpanjalat an altitude of 4250 meters.
In short, the Hampta Pass Trek is a must for any nature lover who wants to experience the best of both worlds – from green valleys to arid deserts.
Itinerary
What's Included
- Accommodation – On the trek, you will live in tents/guesthouses on a sharing basis.
- Meals – Breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner. We provide simple, nutritious vegetarian food for all days of the trek.
- Camping Fees – All trekking permits and forest camping fees are included in the price.
- Trekking equipment – Quality tents and sleeping bags in all camps. Sleeping bags withstand temperatures down to -10 ºC.
- Safety equipment – First aid kit, oximeter, etc. will be with the trek guide/leader and also at the camp to deal with emergencies.
- Expert Trek Leaders – All our trek leaders have at least basic/advanced mountaineering qualifications and a first aid course.
- Expert Trek Support Team – The mountain staff on this trek consists of certified guides, cooks, helpers, and porters.
- Transfers – Transport from Manali to Jobra on Day 1st to Chatru to Manali on Day 5th is included.
What's Not Included
- Food is purchased by individuals at local canteens on the trek or while driving.
- Any travel or accommodation costs for early return excluding days as per itinerary.
- Any cost of medical treatment for injuries or accidents before, during or after the trek.
- All cutlery (mugs, spoons, plates, snacks, etc.)