Hamta Pass is one of the most amazing treks for beginners to Himalayan trekking.The pass at an elevation of 14,280 ft has been a very old trade route, connecting Lahaul’s Chandra Valley and Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh, India. The trek also offers a contrast from the lush green valley of Kullu to the dry and arid valley of Spiti. The visit to Chandratal Lake completes another satisfying element in terms of view to the trek.
- Enjoy a high-spirited trek to Hampta and challenge yourself to map the daunting altitudes.
- Drive through the panoramic views of Manali.
- Soak in a quiet time at Hampta away from the urban chaos.
- Explore the unexplored sites midst small forests and streams.
- Enjoy nutritious meals and a serene retreat close to the nature at campsite.
Your day to day activity during the trek
Day 1 Rumsu Base Camp Alt. 6,500 feet Report at Rumsu base camp by 10 AM. Freshen Up and Registration on arrival. Post lunch acclimatization walk to Pulag village. Orientation for the trek in the evening. Overnight stay at Rumsu base camp.
Day 2 Trek to Chikka Alt. 9,500 feet Commence the day with a jeep ride for Hamta Dam, the starting point of the trek. The trek to Chikka starts from the Dam and takes around 2-3 hours to complete it. Chikka represents one of the most majestic experiences of river side camping surrounded by huge mountains and waterfalls. Overnight stay in tents at Chikka.
Day 3 Trek to Balu ka Ghera Alt. 11,900 feet Commence the trek by 7 AM for Balu Ka Ghera camp after breakfast. The initial part of the trek goes through the bank of the river crossing a few rock boulders followed by a river crossing. The trek happens to be a moderate level as it goes above tree line scaling to an altitude of 11,900 feet. Balu ka Ghera is a large plain ground on the bank of the river and camping at this spot is a dream in reality. One can spot Indrasan, the highest peak of Manali valley from here. Overnight stay in tents at Balu Ka Ghera Camp.
Day 4 Trek to Shia Goru via Hamta Pass Alt. 14,200 feet Start early by 4 am for the pass to take advantage of hard snow. The trek starts with a moderate climb for 4 hrs until one reaches the Pass at 14,000 ft. The aerial views of Spiti valley from Hamta Pass is quite breathtaking. The descent from the pass falls steep and takes around 4 hours to reach Shia Goru Camp (12,800 ft) Overnight stay in tents at Shia Goru.
Day 5 Trek to Chatru and drive to chandratal Alt. 10,900 feet The day starts after morning breakfast for Chatru and takes around 3 hours. Once at Chatru, after some hot lunch continue with a jeep ride(3 hr) for Chandratal. Chandratal at 14,280 feet never fails to impress one from it’s stunning beauty and the view of the amazing mountain landscapes surrounding it. Ride back to Chatru for overnight stay. Note: Members will receive their extra luggage at Chatru, if deposited on the starting day at base camp
Day 6 Chatru to Manali Alt. 6,500 feet Start the day in a bit relaxed way, for we would be left with just a ride to take us back to Manali. The ride from Chatru to Gramphoo falls off-road followed by the traverse through the famous Atal Tunnel to Manali. Departure from Manali by 4 PM.
What is included in the tour
Accommodation (3 sharing tent) | 2 sharing on extra cost of Rs 1000/person Meals (Breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner) Rucksack (60L + rain cover) Camping charges (forest and camping permissions) Trekking equipment (High quality tent, sleeping bag etc) Gaiters (to protect your shoes from snow) Safety equipment (advance first-aid kit) Expert trek Leaders (certified trek and camp leaders) Expert Trek Support Team (cook, helpers etc) GST 5% Personal Insurance (via Asego Travel )
What is NOT included in the tour
Transportation and food to and from the base camp Backpack offloading charges Any Personal Expenses Cost of Emergency
Trekking shoes : Carry water proof trekking shoes with good grip and ankle support. Do not carry sports shoes.
Three layers of warm clothes : Carry two or three-layer jackets, fleece jackets and a padded jacket.
Two/Three trek pants : Carry light cotton trek pants. Denim/jeans and shorts are not suitable for trekking.Three t-shirts (collared/dri-fit) : Full sleeved t-shirts that prevent sun burns on the neck and arms. Carry one or two dri-fit t-shirts.Thermals : Carry thermals (top and bottom).Sunglasses : Sunglasses are mandatory. There will be lot of snow on the trek and can cause snow blindness.Cap : At high altitude, the sun is extra harsh so carry a cap to protect yourself.Water proof hand gloves : Carry water proof gloves and avoid woollen gloves as they will get wet if you touch snow.Socks (3-4 pairs) and a pair of woollen socks : Apart from two sports socks, you can take a pair of woollen socks for the night.Headlamp/LED torch : MandatoryRaincoat/Ponchos : At high altitudes, snowfall and rain are quite common and it’s mandatory to carry a poncho so that you don’t get wet. The trek will continue as planned even during rainfall.Lunch box and water bottle : Every participant should have their personal lunch box and a water bottle [insulated type].
