Hampta Pass Trek with Chandratal Lake Overview

About Hampta Pass Trek

One of Manali, Himachal Pradesh’s best and easiest treks is Hampta Pass Trek. A trek through Hampta Pass will guide you toward various attractions comprising valleys of wildflowers and conifer alpine meadows and rock walls and waterfalls as well as snowy glaciers. You can enjoy affordable Himalayan experience through this guided circling trek of Hampta Pass. The awe-inspiring nature of Pir Panjal mountain ranges remains pristine throughout the five-day trek along the Hampta Pass.

Hampta Pass Trek Quick Facts

The trek starts from Jobra as its initial and final points.
4,270 meters (14039 feet)
Time: 5 Days, 4 Nights
Total 15 kilometers covers the Hampta Pass trek.
Moderate level of difficulty.
The daytime temperatures in winter from 12°C to 18°C yet the nighttime temperatures decrease to -6°C to 4°C.
The most suitable season for Hampta Pass trekking begins with October.
Joginder Nagar serves as the most convenient train station for the area.
Bhuntar Airport operates as the nearest airport service in the area.

Day 01 :

Drive from Manali to Jobra (1 hour) Trek to Chika (2 hours) | 10,100 ft

The trek's elevation is 9,379 feet (2,859 m).
The trip takes three hours, including a one-hour drive from Manali to Jobra and a 2 hour hike from Jobra to Chika.
Meet our guide when you arrive at Old Manali by 10 a.m. The main concepts and technical requirements about the trekking path must be learned together with route information and training preparation.
Trekking together with your fellow trekkers will continue for five days so make friends during the orientation session.
Put yourself in SUVs and prepare to travel to Jobra. Manali is 16 kilometers, or one hour, away in Jobra. Jobra is 3,000 meters (or 9,482 feet) above sea level. You trek to Chika's base camp from here.
Chika is a straightforward two-hour hike of approximately 2 km. The altitude of Chika reaches 10,100 feet which corresponds to 3,078 meters. The necessity of dinner emerges as a requirement for all visitors who spend the night at Chika destination.
Sleep well the night before as we trek to Balu Ka Ghera the following day!
Detail: Cross the road after getting out of the car and walk a short distance to the pine forest. The pine forest occasionally contains maple trees. Plentiful green maple leaves will now exchange the existing vegetation and enhance the landscape. You reach a curved path at a thirty-minute mark which provides a stone vantage point to view a grassy area filled with pebbles. People can choose to camp at the attractive grasslands during their stay. From its origins the Rani Nallah cuts through and borders both sides of the rocky mountain walls. Sheep together with cows graze this region along with the meadow.
Select between crossing through the meadow or scaling up the left hill. Shorter distance will result when you choose to climb up. A stream flows throughout this middle region of the valley. Here, rest!

Day 02 :

Trek from Chika to Balu Ka Ghera (5.8 kms or 5 hours) | 12,000 ft

Five hours have been allocated for the expedition while hikers will walk 5.8 km.
The challenge comes in with a trek that ascends at a moderate to easy rate. The trek has two hours of climbing, including a section on rocks, and one to two and a half hours of descending. After that, there is a short walk through the meadow and another section of rock that leads to a path made of loose rocks.

Bring plenty of water with you from Chika. Tourists can access river water to replenish their drinking bottles throughout the trail. Water bottles must stay at your constant reach.
A refreshing slumber at your lovely campsite should be followed by preparations for your trek to Balu ka Ghera.
The group gathers to eat breakfast while preparing their bags for upcoming day instructions that lead toward Balu ka Ghera.
From Balu ka Ghera one can observe Dhauladhar peak through a five-hour mountain trek that leads through mountain valleys full of greenery with small flowing streams. Throughout your path through lovely Jwara valley with its blooming plants you will walk across the waterfall.
Reaching the 3,657-meter elevation point (12,000-foot elevation) you will reach Balu Ka Ghera. A hot meal service is available there. Relax in the surreal beauty of your mountains as you settle in and take it all in!
As the most exciting day awaits you the following day, relax, sing, and have a restful evening.
Take a leisurely dinner with your fellow trekkers and go to bed early to be ready for the next day.

Day 03 :

Trek from Balu Ka Gera to Hampta Pass to Siagoru (7 Kms or 8 Hours) | 14,100 ft

Your daily trek requires high energy because you have chosen this picture-perfect valley to wake up in before having a satisfying breakfast.
When you reach Lahaul and Spiti valleys you must expect picturesque surroundings along with the lack of vegetation.
The most thrilling section of your journey will be reaching Hampta Pass which stretches to 4,270 meters or 14,000 feet. After exploring this area you can stumble upon Hampta Village allowing it to name this trek. Take a break here and enjoy the splendor of your destination!
After that, the steep ascent to Sia Goru (12,300 feet or 3,750 meters) will begin. Admire the snow-covered carpets and the Deo Tibet peak.
Meet some locals, take in the serene setting of the valley, and look out for some shepherds at the high altitude pass. At Siagoru, your camps will be set up.
Reach the peak excitement zone on your trek after which you should take pleasure in your lunch.
Rest and enjoy Siagoru and its beauty.
Prepare for a trek down to Chatru after dinner with your fellow trekkers.
The next day you will descend further to 1900km, a downhill journey taking you through exciting mountain ridges, a group of Pir Panjal ranges of the inner Himalayas encircling you, and slippery slopes. 2-3 hours later, you will notice the Chandra River flowing below and a road that goes by its side. A succession of over two glaciers becomes visible along the route. Chatru serves as the following camping site that stands beyond the Glacier.
The journey to Hampta Pass provides separate stages from the ongoing trek along with the descent to Shea Goru. Shea Goru descent follows a challenging slope downward. The trail to reach Hampta Pass demands a moderate difficulty. You must stop for brief rest after reaching the summit point. By lunchtime, set your goal. After completing your lunch period the descending phase should start. From Balu Ka Ghera the path extends its course toward the mountain range. Watch out for the harmonious arrangement of yellow and pink flowers which meander along the river route. These scenic features will create an outstanding view throughout the path. Continue for an hour along the road beside the river. The trail is not very good, and it may disappear at times. So take care. Always stay with other trekkers and follow the guide's instructions. Avoid getting lost. The climb begins after an hour and is the first severe incline on the Hampta pass trek. The first plateau emerges after climbing for thirty minutes granting visibility to Deo Tibba peak. During early summer all areas become fully covered by snow. The mountain experiences little monthly snowfall throughout the seventh month cycle starting from July extending until June. Commence the following climb after taking a quick rest. The slope features two different areas which conclude at the ridge point. It requires twenty to thirty minutes to traverse from starting point to the summit of the ridge peak. From the top each direction forward remains visible. The Hampta Pass can be seen just around the bend from the top of the second ridge. Cross the first ridge several times through walking before descending to reach the second ridge. You will obtain a perfect panoramic shot because the mountains create a breathtaking view visible during every direction. Start ascending vertically for 20 minutes after your descent concludes. Several aspects of snow conditions determine the difficulty level of descent as it proves to be harder than ascent. Sliding stands as the best choice when descending paths covered with snow. After you reach the pass you should continue straight to view the Lahaul side. The right side of the mountain range should be your route of movement. Walking hazard exists because you must cross slippery rocks and soil during the traverse. The first downhill segment concludes within thirty minutes of journey time. The descent to reach below the pass requires a U-turn. Continue ahead on a descending path with your group members. Two options exist for traversing the zigzag path which will guide you swiftly toward the valley in a single and a half hours. All three sides of your view present mountains with snowy peaks that stretch into the distance. Shea Goru can be reached by following the simple trail path. Traveling to Shea Goru requires no tremendous effort. Walks to Shea Goru are straightforward but maybe draining for certain individuals. You can observe a river from your right side along the journey. Choose a campsite close to the river when you get there and rest.

Day 04 :

Trek from Siagoru to Chatru (6 kms or 4.5 hours) Drive to Chandrataal (3 hours)

At Siagoru, get up and have a delicious breakfast.
At an elevation descent from 12,300 feet to 10,898 feet the hiking trail leads from Siagoru to Chatru. The journey from Siagoru to Chatru will require 4.5 hours to cover 6 km of terrain.
At the magnificent camping site of Chatru these three passes named Hampta and Rohtang and Spiti unite.
Unwind with lunch at Chatru. The stunning Chandratal lake is only 4.5 hours away from Chatru. One finds this location at exactly 14,000 feet above the sea level.
The delightful river comes with magical views throughout summer when visitors can explore it. Viewers experience a stunning reflection of the Himalayan mountaintops from the lake surface.
Immerse yourself in Chandrataal's splendor.
Stay and eat at the Chandrataal and Chatru camps.

Day 05 :

Drive from Chatru/Chandrataal to Manali (4-5 hours)

At the Chatru/Chandrataal camps, get up and have breakfast.
By late evening, you will be back in Manali after a ride of four to five hours. This is the end of our journey! You have the option of taking a train or exploring Manali!