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Trip Introduction
This trekking tour lasts for 4 days sets out near
Prini village 1700 mtrs. 3 kms south of Manali and terminates at Chatru in Lahoul. Considered to be the most beautiful trek
around Manali and can be done by anyone reasonable fit. The trail crosses the small villages of Hamta and Sethan. Hamta pass offers a magnificent view of Deo Tibaa 6001 mtrs and Indrasan 6221 mtrs.
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TRIP
FACTS
Regions:
Kullu, Lahoul,
Best Season:
Mid May to Mid October,
Trek days: 4,
Trek Grade: Easy to Moderate,
Maximum Elevation:
4268 m
Meals: All
meals.
Transportation:
Drop and pick up private taxi.
Group size:
2 to 10 people
Cost and info
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OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01: Manali
(1950m) - Prini (1900m) - Panduropa (2900m) 6 hrs. Trek.
Day 02: Panduropa
- Jwara (3300m) 5/6 hrs. trek.
Day 03: Jwara
Hamta Pass (4268m) Shira Gorh (4000m) 7 Hrs. trek.
Day 04: Shira
Gorh Chatru (3100m) 6 hrs. trek.
Day 05: Chatru
Rohtang Pass ( 3978 mtrs ) Manali (2040 mtrs ) drive.
Tour itinerary
Day
01: Manali (1950m) - Prini (1900m) - Panduropa (2900m) 6 hrs. Trek.
3 km
south of Manali on the left bank by taxi/bus to Prini village. Starting point of trek. By visiting village temple straight
up for 3 hrs. Arrive Hamta village and Sethan village. 45-minute walk through alpine forest to the campsite of Panduropa.
Overnight stay I a camp.
Day
02: Panduropa - Jwara (3300m) 5/6 hrs. trek.
Through
thickly forested area with abundance of flowers. Trail goes to a place called Chikka. Cross Hamta stream by bridge. Another
wooden bridge at short distance. Around Chhika some fantastic view of Rocky Mountains. 2 hrs walks arrive at the campsite
of Jwara, beautiful campsite
Day 03: Jwara Hamta Pass (4268m) Shira Gorh (4000m) 7 Hrs. trek.
A gradual
climb begins, to arrive Bhalu ka gera (bears den). Balu ka Gera that is known for wild flowers, rocks and caves. A further
1; 30 m trail takes you to Hamta pass. From Hamta pass fantastic view of Inderkila, Deo Tibba (6001m) and Indersan (6220m).
Which is superb to see? After crossing the Hamta pass, one enters the Lahoul valley. Walk down to the campsite near by the
stream. Overnight stay in a camp.
Day 04: Shira Gorh -Chatru (3100m)-Manali. 6 hrs. trek. Drive.
Cross-stream
near the camp and follow the right bank until it joins with the Chandra River. Again, cross the same stream by small wooden
bridge. Now follow the left bank of Chandra River. 30 minutes later a motor able bridge to be cross to reach at the campsite
of Chhatru. Overnight stay in camp.
Day
05: Chatru Rohtang Pass ( 3978 mtrs ) Manali (2040 mtrs ) drive.
Drive
back to Manali over Rohtang la pass. Enroute a magnificient view of Hanuman Tibba
peak (5990 mtrs).
Testimonials of Hamta pass trek
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“Thank you very much for organising this great trek. I really enjoyed it and it was fun.
The entire crew was great and did a great job. Guide was Ravinder, who knows very much about the Himalayas. He took care of us and
cook was Chandan, who did very well. I enjoyed every meal. I really can recommend Potala-Himalaya because they organise good
trekking adventures for fair prices. Thank you so much and see you next year”. Mr. Phillip, Cologne.
GERMANY 25th june 2009.
“When i first arrive in Manali, I knew i wanted to experience a trek. The only question
was which company. It is so difficult to put trust into an agency and hope they will come up with the goods. Potala delivered
an excellent trek, Ningbo told us not to worry about
the service provided and he was right. The service was first class. Our guide, cook, porter and horseman did an excellent
job at keeping us fed, happy and safe. We were given the freedom to take different paths if we wanted, which meant we
felt a good sense of control over our trek. The 4 campsite were in beautiful locations and for 3 of those nights
we were the only camp which made it feel authentic. I would definately trek again with Potala because it was the
first ever Himalayan experience for me and everything i could have wished for and more”. Adam A. Birmingham . ENGLAND. 25th June 2009
“I would like to recommend Potala Adventurers for organising an execellent trek over
Hamta Pass.
As I was on my own I was surprised to get such a good rate for my guide / cook. The scenery up to Hampta pass is spectacular
and the places we camped were picturesque. We took the five days Slowly Slowly and you could do it faster. But if you are
interested in taking in what surrounds you. And like to take your time to acclimatise then the Hampta pass trek is for you.
Thanks again for Potala Adventurers for their excellent, advice and for their organisation”. Peter Mallet, Ireland.
“Hamta pass, Lahoul valley 5 days. Prem was the guide. A good guide who knows everything
on Himalayas and local life. Lobsang was the cooker. He is a good cooker. He can make everything
with nothing. Thanks for all”. David Betzinger, France.
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