Hampta Pass Trek

🏔️ Day 1: Manali → Jobri → Chikka

Begin your Himalayan adventure from our Trekking Lens Base Camp in Manali. After a short scenic drive of approximately 16 km to Jobri, your trek towards Chikka begins.

🥾 Trek: Jobri → Chikka
📏 Distance: Approx. 3 km
⏱️ Trek Duration: 2–3 Hours
🌲 Trail: Pine Forests • River Crossings • Himalayan Landscapes

The trail takes you through beautiful pine forests, crossing small mountain streams and offering refreshing views of the surrounding Himalayan landscape. After a comfortable hike, arrive at Chikka, a picturesque riverside campsite surrounded by lush greenery, with a nearby waterfall and magnificent views of Deo Tibba.

🏕️ Settle into your campsite, relax amidst nature, and enjoy evening tea and snacks. As the sun sets over the mountains, unwind under the clear Himalayan sky and spend a peaceful night surrounded by the wilderness.

🍽️ Meals Included: Pack Lunch • Evening Snacks • Dinner
🏕️ Overnight Stay: Chikka Camp

🏔️ Day 2: Chikka → Balu Ka Ghera

After a hearty breakfast at Chikka, begin your trek towards Balu Ka Ghera, following the beautiful river valley deeper into the Himalayas.

🥾 Trek: Chikka → Balu Ka Ghera
🏔️ Terrain: Riverbank • Rocky Trails • Stream Crossings • Alpine Meadows

The trail gradually gains altitude as you trek alongside the Hampta River, crossing multiple mountain streams and navigating rocky sections and boulder-strewn paths. With every step, the landscape becomes more dramatic, offering spectacular views of the majestic Indrasan and Deo Tibba peaks.

After a rewarding day on the trail, arrive at Balu Ka Ghera, a scenic high-altitude meadow traditionally associated with a glacier bed. Surrounded by towering mountains and rugged Himalayan terrain, it is the perfect place to rest and prepare for the challenging Hampta Pass crossing ahead.

🏕️ Settle into your campsite, enjoy some well-deserved evening snacks, and soak in the peaceful mountain atmosphere.

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast • Pack Lunch • Evening Snacks • Dinner
🏕️ Overnight Stay: Balu Ka Ghera Camp

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🏔️ Day 3: Balu Ka Ghera → Hampta Pass → Shea Goru

Rise early and prepare for the most thrilling and rewarding day of the Hampta Pass Trek. After breakfast, begin your challenging ascent towards the magnificent Hampta Pass at approximately 14,100 ft.

🥾 Trek: Balu Ka Ghera → Hampta Pass → Shea Goru
🏔️ Altitude: Approx. 14,100 ft at Hampta Pass
⛰️ Terrain: Steep Ascents • Snow Patches • Scree & Moraine

The trail becomes steeper and more rugged as you climb towards the pass. Navigate rocky terrain, snow patches and thrilling mountain sections, with every step taking you closer to the summit.

Upon reaching Hampta Pass, take a moment to admire the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks and valleys. The dramatic change in landscape makes this one of the most memorable sections of the trek.

After celebrating the summit, begin the descent towards Shea Goru, traversing loose scree and moraine-covered terrain. Gradually, the lush green landscape transforms into the stark and beautiful cold-desert landscape of Lahaul.

🏕️ Arrive at Shea Goru, settle into camp, and relax after an exhilarating day in the mountains. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and a spectacular evening beneath towering Himalayan peaks.

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast • Pack Lunch • Evening Snacks • Dinner
🏕️ Overnight Stay: Shea Goru Camp

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🌙 Day 4: Shea Goru → Chhatru → Chandratal Lake → Chhatru

After breakfast, begin your descent from Shea Goru towards Chhatru, enjoying the dramatic transition from the high-altitude cold desert to the rugged Himalayan valley.

🥾 Trek: Shea Goru → Chhatru
📏 Trek Distance: Approx. 6 km
🚙 Drive: Chhatru → Chandratal → Chhatru, approx. 70 km

Cross mountain streams and navigate rocky trails as you make your way down to Chhatru. Once there, freshen up, relax, and enjoy some well-deserved time at the local roadside dhabas.

Next, embark on a scenic drive towards Chandratal Lake, famously known as the Moon Lake. 🌙🏔️
The visit to Chandratal is subject to road and weather conditions.

Spend time beside the crystal-clear alpine lake, admire its breathtaking surroundings, and capture the magical reflections of the surrounding mountains. Take in the serene atmosphere before returning to Chhatru.

🏕️ Arrive back at Chhatru and settle into your riverside valley campsite. Relax under the vast Himalayan sky and enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by spectacular mountain landscapes.

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast • Hot Lunch • Evening Snacks • Dinner
🏕️ Overnight Stay: Chhatru Camp

🏔️ Day 5: Chhatru → Manali | Trek Ends

After breakfast, bid farewell to the majestic mountains and begin your scenic return journey from Chhatru to Manali, passing through the spectacular Atal Tunnel.

🚙 Route: Chhatru → Atal Tunnel → Manali
📍 Trek Ends: Manali Base Camp
⏱️ Arrival: By Afternoon

Enjoy the dramatic transformation of the Himalayan landscape as the rugged, barren terrain of Lahaul gradually gives way to the lush green valleys of Kullu and Manali. 🌲🏔️

Upon reaching our Trekking Lens Base Camp in Manali, freshen up and relax at the Trekking Lens Camp / Relaxing Café. ☕🏕️ Take some time to unwind, share stories with fellow trekkers, and celebrate the completion of your adventure.

🏆 Trek Completion Certificates will be provided, where applicable.

📸 Finally, capture the moment with group photographs and take home unforgettable memories of your Hampta Pass & Chandratal adventure.

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast Only
🎒 Trek Ends: Manali Base Camp