12 Days - Bara Bangal Trek
PACKAGE STARTS RS.
Route : Delhi- Manali-Lamadugh-Riali Thatch-Base of Kalihani Pass (4023m)-Meadow Camp-Gaddi Thach-Lambapad-Bara Bangal-Udag-Panhartu- Rajgunda- Billing-Dharamshala-Delhi
This is a beautiful hard and remote trek, passing through the village of Bara Bangal, which is cut off for about 06 months of the year when the passes on both sides are closed. The village is also connected to the Chamba valley via the Ravi, but the path along the river has very steep cliffs, making the route through the high passes preferable. The village of Bara Bhangal is one of the few areas in the country that has been relatively untouched by the vagaries of globalization. The journey takes you through different altitude levels at every hour and crosses several high altitude mountain passes. The steep and strenuous climb becomes worthy when one captures the magnificent view of peaks like Indrasan, Deo Tibba and Hanuman Tibba. Further, the evergreen valley is dotted with several alpine trees and shelters varied species of Himalayan birds and animals, lush green meadows that is crisscrossed by numerous small gushing streams. In season one would encounter nomadic shepherds with their flocks.
Name of Trek : Bara Bangal Trek
Trekking Grade : Hard
Highest Altitude : Kalihani Pass (4725m)
Best Season : June - September
Duration of the Tour : 12 days
Duration of the Trek : 12 days
Outline Itinerary :
Day 01) Manali (trek starts) to Lamadugh (3000m) / Time 04 hrs. trek
Day 02) Lamadugh to Riali Thatch (3414m) / Time 05 hrs. trek
Day 03) Riali Thatch to Base of Kalihani Pass (4023m) / Time 04 hrs.
Day 04) Base to Over Kaliheyni Pass(4725m) to Meadow Camp(4050m) / Time 08-09 hrs. trek
Day 05) Meadow Camp to Gaddi Thach (3577m) / Time 04 hrs. trek
Day 06) Gaddi Thach to Lambapad (3780m) / Time 04-05 hrs. trek
Day 07) Lambapad to Bara Bangal (2,286 m) / Time 05-06 hrs. trek
Day 08) Rest Day
Day 09) Bara Bangal to Udag (4000m) / Time 06-07 hrs.
Day 10) Udag to Panhartu (4000m) Over Thamsar Pass (4,800 mts) / Time 07-08 hrs. trek
A long walk today. The trail slowly emerges from the rocky terrain into the softer landscape
Day 11) Panhartu to Rajgunda (2500mts) / Time 06 hrs trek
Day 12) Rajgunda to Billing (trek ends) - Dharamshala / Time 3 hrs. trek and 03 ½ hrs drive
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QUOTATION INCLUDES:
- Above rates are based on per person basis
- Accommodation in alpine/Dom tents while camping on Double sharing basis
- All Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during trekking. Breakfast & dinner would be hot and lunches would be packed during the trek
- Local Accompanying English speaking Trekking guide
- Cook & Helper during the trekking
- Insulation mats for trekking style camping (Clients are requested to bring their own sleeping bags)
- Dinning tent(if above 04 pax)
- Kitchen tent fitted with kitchen equipment
- Ponies/Porters during trekking to carry baggage, food material, camping equipment
- Accommodation in mentioned or similar category hotels on double/twin sharing basis
- All breakfasts and Dinners in the Hotels
- All transport by air conditioned Vehicle (02-03 Pax in Toyota Etios Car, 04-06 in Toyota Innova) as required in the tour programme
- All Toll taxes, parking fee, state taxes and drivers allowances
QUOTATION EXCLUDES:
- Airfare/Train fare/Bus fare
- Sleeping bags, Trekking Shoes and clothing
- Any other meals
- Any expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, mini bar or drinks during meals, tips to driver, guide, helper, etc.
- Any kind of Insurance and medical evacuation
- Any Hotel before starts and after tour ends
- Guides and Monuments Fees
- All other than those listed in inclusive
- GST
We can provide you all other travel services before tour starts and ends
Detail Itinerary :
Day 01) Manali (trek starts) to Lamadugh (3000m) / Time 04 hrs. trek
The first day of the trek goes through cool forests of giant deodar (cedar), alder and oak. The trail climbs gently at first through the Manalsu valley along the Manalsu torrent. Extensive views of the Kullu Valley appear and slowly fade into the distance as the degree of the gradient decreases; the gentle slope of the first campsite in the lush green meadows of Lamadugh is reached. From here beautiful views of the surrounding peaks open up.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 02) Lamadugh to Riali Thatch (3414m) / Time 05 hrs. trek
The trail now begins to ascend steeply through woodland and meadow, with wild alpine flowers strewn all around. On the way brilliant shrubs of Rhododendron and Birch pave the way to the ridge, looking out across spectacular peaks, after which a descent leads to the campsite.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 03) Riali Thatch to Base of Kalihani Pass (4023m) / Time 04 hrs.
A lovely walk through lush green forests to the campsite at the base of the Kalihani Pass (4,725 m). The campsite itself is at an elevation of 4,023 m. The mountain peaks of the Kullu and Lahaul valleys are visible throughout.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 04) Base to Over Kaliheyni Pass(4725m) to Meadow Camp(4050m) / Time 08-09 hrs. trek
The landscape slowly begins to change as forests and meadows give way to rocky outcrops with patches of snow starting to appear. A rather steep climb through glacial debris and snow leads to the top of the pass, from where breathtaking views are available. After a brief halt a descent through glacier and moraine leads to the campsite on the banks of a sparkling mountain stream.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 05) Meadow Camp to Gaddi Thach (3577m) / Time 04 hrs. trek
The trail now leads down into the Sunni River Valley and up to the buff overlooking the river. Camp is set at Gaddi Thach.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 06) Gaddi Thach to Lambapad (3780m) / Time 04-05 hrs. trek
Leaving this lovely campsite, the path winds through rocky terrain soon replaced by meadows again. The river rushes through spectacular gorges and is crossed via a snow bridge. Forests begin to appear and soon the campsite, with an abundance of dry wood next to a sparkling stream is reached.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 07) Lambapad to Bara Bangal (2,286 m) / Time 05-06 hrs. trek
The trail now winds its way down towards the valley floor, after which an almost level walk leads to the camp just before the tiny ancient village of Bara Bangal.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 08) Rest Day
A remote and isolated village, Bara Bangal is open only for five or six months of the year. The inhabitants are the legendary Himalayan shepherds - the Gaddis - who lead a nomadic life, herding their flocks of sheep into high mountain pastures once the snow melts and then returning to their isolated existence in the village.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 09) Bara Bangal to Udag (4000m) / Time 06-07 hrs.
A steady climb, with the scenery changing quite dramatically and the air gets cooler, leads to the campsite at Marhi, at the base of the Thamsar Pass. The evening chill is replaced by the comfortable warmth of a lively campfire.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 10) Udag to Panhartu (4000m) Over Thamsar Pass (4,800 mts) / Time 07-08 hrs. trek
A long walk today. The trail slowly emerges from the rocky terrain into the softer landscape of lakes, meadows and forests. Numerous lakes dot the countryside, interspersed by cascading waterfalls. A descent through green wooded slopes leads to a tiny tea shop and a while later, to the tiny village of Palchak. Camp nearby.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 11) Panhartu to Rajgunda (2500mts) / Time 06 hrs trek
A very pleasant day's walk through a leafy bridal path and soon tiny villages, seemingly hanging on the shoulders of the hillsides, make their appearance. Camp is set near the small village.
Overnight stay at Camps.
Day 12) Rajgunda to Billing (trek ends) - Dharamshala / Time 3 hrs. trek and 03 ½ hrs drive
The bridal path leads to Billing. On the way extensive views of the lush green Kangra Valley open up. From Billing drive to Dharamshala.
Tour Ends But Memories Remains – Always
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