Pin Parbati Pass Trek | Himalayas Adventure

Region	: Himachal Pradesh Himalayas
Duration	: 11 Days
Level	: difficult
Trekking distance	: 90 Kms.
Max Altitude	: 5319 Meters
Pickup Point	: Manali
Best Season	: September-October

Pin Parbati Pass is a mountain pass in Himachal Pradesh, India, at 5,319 meters It was first crossed in August 1884 by Sir Louis Dane in search of an alternate route to the Spiti valley. This pass connects the fertile and lush Parbati valley on the Kullu side with the Pin valley on the Spiti side.

High Himalayas pass, high altitude Mantalailake, dry cold dessert of Spiti valley, Himalayan wildlife. The trek over Pin Parvati Pass is one of the most difficult and adventurous trek. It requires lot of physical stamina and mental strength to complete such a trek. This trans-himalayan trek connects the lush green kullu valley with the dry dessert of Spiti valley of Himachal Pradesh. You will also notice a change in the culture and religion of the two places-Kullu area is mainly dominated by the hindus and spiti is a Buddhist dominant are with many ancients Buddhist monasteries in the region.

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Day 01 : On Manali- Manikaran - Barsaini - Khirganga (2960M) 2 hours drive and 6 hours walk

After a short drive Barsaini above Manikaran, we start walking towards Tosh Nullah. After the Nagthan village walk is along the river parvati and then through the dense forest to Khirganga, amidst the forest, it is a very beautiful campsite. There is a natural hot spring here, so an ideal points after whole days of trek to wash away your fatigue. Campsite offers a wonderful sunset in the evening.
Day 02: Khirganga - TundaBhuj (3500 M) 5 hours walk

A beautiful walkthough the forest and green meadows takes us to TundaBhuj, the beautiful camping place.
Day 03: TundaBhuj to Thakur Kuan(3570 M), 3 hours walk

This short stage in included in order to get acclimatize before we get to more higher elevation on the trek . Today the glacier that eventually feed Parvatiriver starts to appear. Camp for overnight stay.
Day 04: Thakur Kuan to Odi Thatch (3620 M)

The glaciers start to appear, the landscape begin to change-from lush green forest and meadows we now start to enter into the mountains, glaciers and moraines. Camp here for night stay. We get beautiful view of the high mountain peaks.
Day 05: Odi Thatch to Mantalai (3700M) 6 to 7 Hours walk

A gradual ascent takes us to a vast glacial moraine. Mantalai Lake, the source of river Parvati is a glaciated lake in the middle of a vast moraine. From here you have beautiful view of the high Himalayan peaks
Day 06: Mantalai to Base of Pin Parvati Pass (4300 M)

Steep ascent for 6 to 7 hours takes us to the base of Pin Parvati Pass. Camp here for overnight stay. From the camp we get beautiful view of the Himalayan peaks and Parvati glacier.
Day 07: Base- Pin Parvati Pass (5200 M) - Base II

Steep ascent walking over the glacier takes us to the top of the pass. After crossing the pass we enter into the Spiti valley. Here you will notice a great change in the landscape-the green side of the Kullu valley is suddenly replaced by dry dessert of Spiti valley. There is rich in wildlife and has been declared as a National Park with the habitat for snow leopard, musk deer and Ibex. You can see the ibex in big hards. Walk down to the other side of the pass to camp at the base.
Day 08: Base camp II to Wichurang Thatch (3600 M)

6 to 7 Hours walk to get down to the area where we will start to see some signs of Human habitation.
Day 09: Wichurang Thatch to Mud village (3500M)

After 4 to 5 hours we start to see an oasis in the middle of the dessert. This is Mud, the first villagMud Village to Kaza 4hours drivee in Spiti valley. Camp here for overnight stay.Trek Ends Here.
Day 10: Mud Village to Kaza 4hours drive

Drive to Kaza and check in Hotel. Afternoon visit Ki Monatery few kms above Kaza. Also visit Kibber, one of the most highest permanently inhabited village in the world. Overnight stay in Hotel in Kaza.
Day 10: Kaza - to Manali : 7Hours drive

This day you enter from Spiti to Kinnaur valley. From Kalpa we have the beautiful view of the holy KinnerKailash Mountain.

Inclusions

Accommodation (Camping /Guest house/Home stay/Hotel).
All Meals during trek (Veg.)
Qualified & experienced trek Leader, Guide and Support staff.
Transportation during the trek program.
Trek equipments (tent, sleeping bag, matters etc).
Permits & entry fees.
First aid medical kit.

Exclusion

Any kind of personal expenses.
Insurance.
Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Inclusion”.

Things to Carry

Photo ID Proof
Rucksack/Backpack (40 to 50 Litre) & Rucksack cover (Waterproof)
Daypack- one small day pack (15-20 L) with you during the walk.
Trekking Shoe- A good quality rubber sole shoe.
T-shirt Dry fit/Quick dry type
Warm Jacket-Warm Fleece Jacket/Synthetic fill
Windproof Jacket/Wind Cheater
Thermal wear
Trek pants
Raincoat/Poncho
Woolen cap
Hat/Bandanna
Under garments/Inner wear
Warm Socks
Woolen gloves
Waterproof gloves
Walking Sticks/Trekking Poles
Water bottle/Hydration pack
Sunglasses -UV protected
Torch/Head Lamp with extra batteries
Sunscreen lotion
Sanitizer
Wet tissue paper
Small Towel
Anti-Fungal Powder
Camera with extra cells
Medications and a first-aid kit

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Trekking, Tour and adventure actives in Himalayan region carry an inherent risk to life and goods. The natural calamities may cause injury and loss of life, which is beyond any control. Himalayas Adventure does its best to minimize all types of risks, discomfort and hazard to the best of their ability, yet there are chances of accidents, mishaps and deficiency in service.

Advisory:

Any delay from the customer’s side will lead to cancellation of trek/ tour/ adventure activities.
Trekking maybe cancelled due to some unavoidable circumstances i.e- weather condition, govt. notification, land sliding or any other natural calamity.
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Total decided package cost will not be affected if there is any reduction in the number of persons
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Cancellation Policy

If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 25% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellations are made 10-30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellations are made within 0-10 days before the start date of the trip, 75% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled and in such cases, we will try our best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.

Refund Policy

The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days or can be adjusted in other trek or adventure activities.

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Pin Parbati Pass

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