Shephered Trail Gaddi Trek

Day 1: Arrival Chandigarh and Drive to Kasol

Upon landing, you will be heartily welcomed by our representatives who will assist you to transfer at the hotel in Manali. On arrival, check-in at hotel and enjoy your day at leisure.

Overnight stay at Hotel in Manali.

Day 2: Trek to Lama Dugh

The trek to Bara Bhangal will be considerably challenging with high altitude climbing. After an early breakfast, start trek to Lama Dugh. Follow the trail that passes through the thick forests and picturesque meadows. The climb goes on till we arrive at a point from where we get clear views of different faces of Indrasan, Deo Tibba and peaks of Bara Shigri glacier. After about 2-3 hours, the path will turn right, and a sharp ascent will lead us through a ridge to the Lama Dugh meadow which is a lovely meadow ringed by Maple, spruce and Oak while stands of Silver Birch are further up in the Hillside.

Dinner and Overnight at the camp.

Day 3: Trek to Dohra Nalla

After breakfast, we start for Dohra Nalla. A steep ascend through the woodlands and meadows with wild alpine flowers strewn all around will  take us at  Khanpari Pass after which a descent leads to the campsite at Dohra Nalla.

Dinner and night stay at the camp.

Day 4: Trek to Sangohar

After an early breakfast, we begin for Sangohar. Today, a short ascent through a lush forest and over the debris of glaciers leads to the campsite at Sangohar. Enjoy the surrounding mountain peaks of the Kullu and Lahaul Valleys from the campsite.

Dinner and night stay at the camp.

Day 5: Trek to Gaddi Gate

Today is another day of moderate trekking. After breakfast at leisure at your camp, we start for Gaddi Gate. A steep climb through glacial debris and snow take us to the top of the pass. Enjoy the enchanting views of surroundings from the top and capture the scenes that we get from up here, and thereafter start descending over glaciers and moraines which will then lead us to the campsite on the bank of the sparkling mountain stream.

Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Day 6: Trek to LambaPhad

The trek today will be reasonably an easy one.  Today,the trail will be lead us down to Soony River via Devi Gate where there is a small temple constructed by the shepherds (Gaddi’s) for the protection of the sheep and themselves from natural catastrophes.  After pay homage to the goddess, we continue trek to LambaPhad which will be our campsite for the day.

Dinner and night stay at the camp.

Day 7: Trek to Soony

Once we leave this beautiful campsite, the path winds through rocky terrain which will soon be replaced by meadows again. The trail ascends to a forest that begins to appear as well as a river that rushes through spectacular gorges. As soon as we cross via a snow bridge or temporary wooden bridge, we will have reached the campsite.

Dinner and night stay at the camp.

Day 8: Trek to Bara Bhangal

The day’s hike will start with a steep ascent but was mostly downhill for rest of the day. The trail will wind its way down towards the valley, after which a gradual walk take us to the camp just before the little antiquated town of Bara Bhangal.

Overnight in Camps.

Day 9: Bara Bhangal

Today is a well deserved rest day!! Explore village and surrounding areas.

Overnight at Camps.

Day 10: Trek to Mardh

After spending the previous day at leisure, today we start climbing towards the next big pass, Thamsar. Firstly we cross the Ravi River and then ascend the trail to the right of the waterfall before crossing the river to a series of meadows which will lead us at Madh.

Dinner and Night stay at the camp

Day 11: Trek to Plachak via Thamsar Pass

Today we walk on the rocky path along the Thamsar Glacier till we reach the summit of the approximately 16000-feet high Thamsar Pass. From the top of Thamsar, we will get our first glimpse of the lush Kangra valley. On the other side of the pass, it’s a steep, long descent till we reach the campsite at Plachak, well below the tree line.

Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Day 12: Trek to Rajgundha

The trek today will be reasonably an easy one. After an early breakfast, start trek to Rajgundha by following the trail through pine forests with many mountain streams. The valley widens and you get great views of the open Kangra valley. The campsite is just ahead of the village Rajgundha.

Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Day 13: Trek to Billing and Drive to Dharamshala

Today is the last day of Shephered Trail Gaddi trek. After nutritious Breakfast, walk down to Bir, from where, our chauffeur picks you up and takes you at your pre-booked hotel in Dharamshala. Check into the hotel upon reaching and Relax.

Overnight stay at Hotel in Dharamshala.

Day 14: Dharamshala

After morning leisurely Breakfast, go for local sightseeing. Today, you will be visiting Norbulingka Institute, war memorial,  Dalai Lama Temple,  Kangra Art Museum, and Cricket Stadium.

Evening is free for shopping. Overnight at Hotel in Dharamshala.

Day 15: Drive to Chandigarh

In the morning after sumptuous Breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Chandigarh.  Check into the hotel upon reaching and enjoy your leisurely refreshments.

Later the day, go for boating at Sukhna Lake.

Overnight at hotel in Chandigarh.

Day 16:  Explore Chandigarh and Transfer to Airport

After morning scrumptious Breakfast, head out to visit Rose Garden and Rock Garden. Thereafter, you will be transferred at Chandigarh Airport to catch your flight back to Home

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