Pin Parvati Pass Trek

Pin Parvati Pass Trek

QUICK FACTS

Trek Start/ End Location - Parvati Valley to Spiti Valley, HP

Trek Duration - 9 days (including travel)

Trek Distance - Approx. ~85 to 90 km

Trek Altitude - 5,319 m (Pin Parvati Pass)

Trek Difficulty - Moderate to Difficult

Trek Best Time - July to Mid-September

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Kasol to Barshaini, trek to Kheerganga

Trek Distance: 10 km, Trek Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Altitude: 2,960 m
Meals: Lunch, Dinner Stay: Camping at Kheerganga

After a small drive from Kasol, start your Pin Parvati pass trek from Barshaini. The mark of Kheerganga takes you through cedar forests, waterfalls, and small wooden bridges. Kherganga is well known for its natural hot springs, where trekkers often bathe comfortably. This day also marks the onset of the Kheerganga to Pin Parvati trek stretch.

Day 2 - Kheerganga to Tunda Bhuj

Trek Distance: 10 km Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Altitude: 3,280 m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay: Camping at Tunda Bhuj

Trek through dense forests and alpine grasslands, with sometimes scenes of surrounding snow-covered peaks. This long trek has a mark rich in soft climbers and Himalayan Flora, which is gradually preparing you for the challenges of high-altitude mountain passes. Tunda Bhuj is a huge meadow and a picturesque campsite, which is ideal for considering this demand in the Himalayas.

Day 3 - Tunda Bhuj to Thakur Kuan

Trek Distance: 12 km Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Altitude: 3,560 m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay: Camping at Thakur Kuan

The trail becomes more rugged, including a boulder walk and a river crossing. Natural rock bridges add enthusiasm to this segment. As you go deep in the forest, the mark provides a mixture of raw adventure and beauty. This phase of the Pin Parvati trek journey program brings you to a remote area with limited vegetation.

Day 4 - Thakur Kuan to Odi Thach

Trek Distance: 10 km Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Altitude: 3,800 m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay: Camping at Odi Thach

The mix of open grasslands and glacier-fed rivers defines today’s mark. Odi Tachch is a significant grazing ground surrounded by high mountains and rocky peaks. The camp in the approach to PIN Parvati near Odi Thach provides perfect solitude and unmatched Himalayan scenes.

Day 5 - Odi Thach to Mantalai Lake

Trek Distance: 11 to 12 km Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Altitude: 4,110 m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay: Camping at Mantalai

Reach the holy Mantalai lake, which is believed to be the origin of the Parvati River. The lake is surrounded by the Morine and Glassel region, one of the most spiritual and beautiful camp sites on the trek. This is a crucial acclimatization day before achieving further height.

Day 6 - Mantalai Lake to Parvati Base Camp

Trek Distance: 10 km Trek Duration: 6 hours
Altitude: 4,700 m appr.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Stay: Camping at Base Camp

Today’s trek is tough, which has a standing climb on rocks and ice. The base camp is kept high in the mountains just before the nearest. This can actually be cold, air, and sometimes wet, so make sure you are properly packed and ready for the season. Most Pin Parvati trek packages include a comfort day here to help the trekkers adjust to the height before crossing it safely.

Day 7 - Base Camp to Pin Parvati Pass, descend to Pin Base Camp

Trek Distance: 12 km Trek Duration: 8 to 10 hours
Altitude: 5,319 m (Pass)
Meals: Bf, Lunch, Dinner, Stay: Camping on the Pin Valley side

This is the most physically demanding day. An early morning start is required to cross the snowbound Pin Parvati Pass. Use of technical equipment like ropes or microspikes may be necessary depending on snow conditions. The views from the top are panoramic and breathtaking. You officially complete the trek from Parvati to Spiti Valley upon crossing into the Pin side.

Day 8 - Pin Base Camp to Mudh Village

Trek Distance: 17 km Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Altitude: 3,810 m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay: Homestay at Mudh

Descend through the barren and colorful landscape of Pin Valley National Park, known for its rare wildlife and dry, wind-swept beauty. Arrive at Mudh, the first village on the Spiti side. Mudh is a traditional Spitian village with homestay options and friendly locals.

Day 9 - Mudh to Kaza to Manali (Drive)

Drive Distance: 200 km approx. Duration: 8 to 9 hours
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Not included

Your journey ends with a long but beautiful drive from Mudh to Manali through Kaza. Enjoy the peaceful attraction of the stunning desert landscape, river valleys, and the peaceful charm of Spiti. Based on the road conditions, return to Manali via the Atal tunnel.

INCLUDES/ EXCLUDES

Price Includes:-

1. Trek Cost & Booking: The Pin Parvati Pass Trek cost is ₹31,999 per person (9 Days/8 Nights, Barshaini to Manali). Book your Pin Parvati Pass trekking slot with a ₹10,500 token per person.

2. Accommodation: Stay in the guesthouse and Alpine tents during the trek.

3. Meals: Provided vegetarian meals from Day 1 Dinner to Day 9 Breakfast as per the itinerary.

4. Trekking Equipment: Comfortable Tents with sleeping bags and mats, as well as small spikes for snow trekking.

5. Safety Measures: Essential First aid kits with oxygen cylinders and trek guides for emergencies.

6. Trek Leader: Services of an expert trek leader which are qualified in Basic and Advanced Mountaineering Courses

7. Transportation: Trek offers shared vehicle transportation as per the itinerary.

8. Permits: All necessary legal permits, including forest entry fees and camping charges.

9. Guides and Staff: All necessary legal permits, including forest entry fees and camping charges.

Price Excludes:-

1. Taxes: 5% GST (Service Tax).

2. Personal Expenses: Snacks, beverages, mineral water, or additional food items outside the meals provided.

3. Insurance: Covered Personal travel insurance and medical insurance.

4. Personal Items: Trekking shoes, warm dress, backpack, water bottles, thermos, and toiletries.

5. Porter Charges: An Additional charge is taken in case somebody is enlisted to carry individual sacks.

6. Individual Investing: Snacks, drinks, bottled water, or any additional food not part of the included suppers.

7. Crisis Costs: Any costs in case of health issues, protection, or taking off the journey early.

8. Other Startling Costs: Any additional charges due to the terrible climate, delays, or exercises not recorded within the arrangement.

HOW TO REACH

Starting Point: Barshaini (near Kasol, Himachal Pradesh)

By Road:

-Take an overnight Volvo bus from Delhi or Chd to Bhuntar (12–14 hrs).
-From Bhuntar, drive or take a local taxi to Kasol, then continue to Barshaini (16 km).

By Air:

-Nearest airport: Bhuntar (Kullu-Manali), 50 km from Barshaini.
- Limited flights are available from Delhi and Chandigarh.

By Train:

-Nearest broad-gauge station: Chandigarh
-From Chandigarh, continue by road to Bhuntar → Kasol → Barshaini

Ending Point: Mudh Village (Spiti Valley)

After crossing the Pin Parvati Pass, the trek ends in Mudh, a remote Spiti village.

-From Mudh, drive to Kaza (2–3 hrs)
-From Kaza, travel to Manali (8–10 hrs) via Kunzum La or Atal Tunnel (seasonal route)

For smooth transport arrangements and trek support from Barshaini to Manali, Himalaya expert can assist you as part of your trek package.

Cancellation Policies

1 . All the cancellations must be communicated in written.

2. Token amount is nonrefundable in any cases.

3. Cancellations made 15 Days prior to travel date will attract cancellation charges.

4. Cancellations charges will vary from 25 % - 50% of the total tour package cost.

5.100 % Retention charges will be levied for bookings cancelled within 15 days of travel date or

6. No show scenarios.

7. No refunds will be given in case of missed or unused services. This includes Flights, Trains Hotel stays, meals, sightseeing, transfers, entry ticket, permits or any other HIMALAYA EXPERT services.

8. HIMALAYA EXPERT have the right to cancel your Invoice due to insufficient Advance Amount i.e. 50% of the total tour Package Cost.

7. In case, clients are suspected to indulge in any kind of illegal activity or violent behavior, HIMALAYA EXPERT will immediately stop the services while holding all the refunds.