Escape to the natural wonders of Great Himalayas, just south east of Manali, for an unforgettable experience. Hampta Pass trek is the beginners delight in every way easy access, dense pine forest, beautiful meadows, adrenaline pumping river crossings and a high altitude mountain pass called Hampta. It got its name from the Hampta village and shepherds and villagers used this pass to enter in Lahaul Spiti valley of Himachal. This was traditional alternative route between Lahaul and Kullu Valley before the road was made over Rohtang Pass.Hampta Pass is a moderate trek with a scope of mixing lot of other adventure activities to suit varying duration and interest of trekkers. It starts from the Prini village and takes us to the majestic foothills of The Great Himalayas, the Pir Panjal Range which is the largest range of the lower Himalayas. Over this trek one will see different hues of nature as you gain altitude from thick green pine forest to awe inspiring view of Mt. Deo Tibba and Mt. Indrasan and their snaking down glaciers to the barren landscape of Lahaul and Spiti valley.
This trek connects two valley Kullu and Lahaul, so one can get different sort of landscapes. Kullu is full of vegetation and greenery and in contrast, Lahaul valley is completely rocky and sandy with brown mountains with snow-clad peaks. Here scenario of nature changes every day.
You will arrive in Manali at 6:00 AM. Thereafter, you will move to Hotel and take rest till Lunch. After lunch, you will go for little acclimatize walk around Manali. During evening time you are free to visit market. Overnight stay will be at the Hotel.
Next day when leaving Manali, we drive 3 km south of Manali on the left bank of Beas River to Prini village. This is the starting point of our trek and we will pass through the Prini village and temple located above the village. We will climb gradually for 3 hrs. untill we arrive at Hamta village and Sethan village. Sethan village is small settlements of early horseman known as Khampas of Tibetan origin who are mainly dealing with trekking on mules. We will then have a 45-minute walk through alpine forest to Panduropa which is known for the small paddy field - where Pandavas during Mahabharata era during their exile, spent a part of time in this region and are said to be cultivate crops at Panduropa. We trek 1 hrs. horizontally through thickly forested area with abundance of flowers until we reach the campsite of Chikka.
Today we leave Chikka and follow the left banks of Hamta. Later we cross Hamta stream by bridge. There will be another wooden bridge at short distance. Around Chhika some fantastic view of Rocky Mountains will be evident.
After crossing the second bridge we climb gently to Jwara for 2 hrs walks. Here we will pass beneath the waterfall and the next adventure will be going to be a stream crossing just before Jwara. With the help of Guide you may cross the stream. Now the trail gently climbs to Balu ka Gera campsite. This is the place from where we will have first view of our next day crossing of Hamta pass. It’s a beautiful campsite and has crystal clear water. Be aware of Bear in this area if you trek early season trek or during late season trek. The area itself is known for Bears Den. Keep exploring surrounding of yours for a rare view of Bear.
A gradual climb begins after Bhalu Ka Gera (bears den). Balu ka Gera is known for rich vegetation, wildflowers, rocks and caves. A further two hours trail takes you to Hamta Pass. From Hamta pass you will have a fantastic view of Inderkila, Deo Tibba (6001m) and Indersan (6220m). Crossing over the Hampta Pass, you will see Lahaul Valley. Trek down the trail to the campsite nearby a stream and stay for the night at the camp.
On this day trek descends through the Hampta valley with easy descent, as you move closer to the road, the descent gets a little tricky. The stream beside your camp will merge into the Chandra River. Cross this stream and follow the other bank till you see a small wooden bridge. Cross this bridge and follow the left bank up to the Chandra River. The entire route till Chattru campsite is surrounded by magnificent peaks of the Pir Panjal range and mountains of Spiti. You will find a fork at Chattru which Divides to Rohtang Pass, Hampta Pass and Spiti. See for the clearance of weather and proceed to Chandra Tal campsite after lunch. Stay for the night at Chattru.
If trekkers camp in Chandratal campsite then just after breakfast begin trek for Chandra Tal which takes one and half hour, come back to the campsite before lunchtime and after lunch drive to Manali which takes 7 hours. If trekkers had been camping in Chatru then just after breakfast drive to Manali over Rohtang pass. On the way, have a look at the Hanuman Tibba peak (5990 meters). Stay for the night at the hotel.
It is your last day in Manali. You are free to visit by own. At Evening time leave Manali by Volvo bus for Delhi.
Accommodation on Double room for 02 nights in above mentioned hotel on First night on Full board basis while Last Night on Half board basis Accommodation in tents on double sharing basis Sleeping bags and mattresses during trek All meals as per itinerary. During the trek we will give you packed Lunch and provide evening snacks when you will reach camping area. Local Guides will be accompanying the group Staff: Guide, cook, helpers, trekking mules/horse or porters. All pre established camp sites as per the itinerary Camping & forest fees etc Medical first aid supply.
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks. Personal laundry, Personal insurance. Personal Tipping to staff. Any unforeseen cost which arises by natural hazards.
