Trek

Hampta Pass Trek

Himachal Pradesh, India

5 (2 reviews)easy35 km6 days

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35 km

Total Distance

6 days

Duration

14100 ft

Max Altitude

easy

Difficulty

Jun – Sep

Best Season

Jobra

Start Point

Overview

Trail Highlights

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Trekking shoes, 2L water, Headlamp1
Trekking shoes, 2L water, Headlamp
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Trekking shoes, 2L water, Headlamp

What Makes This Trek Special

What truly makes this trek unforgettable is the thrill of crossing the 14,100 ft Hampta Pass, surrounded by panoramic Himalayan views. Combined with scenic campsites, river crossings, and the optional visit to Chandratal Lake, it delivers an adventure that's perfect for both first-time trekkers and experienced hikers.

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Hampta Pass Trek is one of India's most popular winter treks, offering snow trails, pine forests and a summit with 360° Himalayan views. The Hampta Pass Trek is one of India's most spectacular Himalayan crossover treks, connecting the lush green valleys of Kullu with the barren landscapes of Lahaul. Rising to an altitude of 14,100 feet, the trek offers an incredible variety of scenery, including pine forests, alpine meadows, glacial streams, snow-covered slopes, and dramatic mountain passes. Over five to six days, trekkers experience changing landscapes, high-altitude campsites, panoramic views, and the thrill of crossing Hampta Pass before descending into the beautiful Lahaul Valley. The journey often concludes with an optional visit to the stunning Chandratal Lake, making it one of the most memorable trekking experiences in Himachal Pradesh.

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Itinerary 3 Days

Day 1Manali to Jobra, Trek to Chika3 km \ 3 PM

The trail starts with a scenic drive through pine and maple forests, followed by a gentle, acclimatisation-friendly trek alongside the Rani Nallah stream to reach the Chika campsite.

Day 2Chika to Balu Ka Ghera7–9KM / 3:30am

This is the most demanding and rewarding day. You'll ascend steep, snowy or rocky slopes to the pass for panoramic views of the Pir Panjal range. The descent brings you into the cold, stark landscape of Lahaul & Spiti to camp by the glacial river of Shea Goru.

Day 3Shea Goru to Chhatru & Excursion to Chandratal7 km \ 4 PM

You will trek down to the Chhatru campsite, which serves as a basecamp. From there, your group will take a scenic, rugged drive across the high-altitude pass to visit the stunning, crescent-shaped lake, Chandratal, before returning to Chhatru for the night.

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