Hampta Pass Extended Adventure Trek – 7D/6N

Overview

A moderate 7-day, 6-night trek from Manali across forests, glaciers and high-altitude deserts, culminating at the stunning Chandratal Lake. Best time: mid-June to mid-October.

Highlights

• Acclimatization hike to Jogini or Sajla
• Forest trek to Chika & Balu Ka Ghera
• Summit Hampta Pass at ~14,100 ft
• Cold-desert camp at Siagoru
• Chandratal Lake exploration

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Manali – Acclimatization

Short hike to Jogini Falls or Sajla Waterfall. Gear check & safety briefing. Optional evening river crossing or zipline. Overnight in Manali.

Day 2: Drive to Jobra & Trek to Chika

2-hr drive to Jobra (9,800 ft). 2–3 hr trek through pine/oak forests to Chika (10,500 ft). Camp by the river & light acclimatization walk.

Day 3: Trek Chika → Balu Ka Ghera

5–6 hr trek crossing meadows & rivers to Balu Ka Ghera (~12,000 ft). Glacier views of Dhauladhar range. Bonfire & stargazing at camp.

Day 4: Summit Hampta Pass & Descend to Siagoru

7–8 hr summit trek to Hampta Pass (~14,100 ft). Panoramic Spiti & Lahaul vistas. Descent to Siagoru (12,500 ft) for cold-desert camp.

Day 5: Trek Siagoru → Chatru & Drive to Chandratal

3–4 hr trek to Chatru (valley junction). Off-road drive to Chandratal Lake (14,000 ft). Camp by the moon-shaped lake or return to Chatru.

Day 6: Return to Manali via Atal Tunnel/Rohtang

6–7 hr scenic drive back to Manali. Evening leisure & café hopping. Overnight in Manali.

Day 7: Departure

Breakfast & checkout. Transfer to Chandigarh/Kullu for onward journey.