pin parvati Trekking



15D/14N

PIN PARVATI TREK :


REGION : Manali, khirgnga, pin parvati, Lahoul spiti.
SEASON : July to August.
MAX. ALTITUDE : (5300m).
GRADING : Moderate.
Duration : 15 DAYS.
AGE GROUP : ABOVE 15 YEAR.

INTRODUCTION

Few high passages across the main Himalayas spine provide the variety and rewards of high level trek as does the Pin Parvati trek, connecting the tributary of the Beas which it joins near the Bhunter and the Pin which flows into Spiti. With extreme difference in climate, Pin valley is much more rugged and barren than the Parvati valley. This cold desert valley with its snowy crags, cliff and crevasses, jagged rocks and other fossils make Pin valley a unique geological lab. Winter plays havoc here as ferocious blizzards and snowstorms send the glaciers cracking, ravaging the valleys rugged moonscape. But its long rain free summer is a prime time for the adventurers to see wild life in motion when the predatory snow leopard, red fox, marten, weasel, Himalayan Pika, bearded vulture, golden eagle, lynx and Tibetan wolf roam in the park- (area is conserved as a national park since 1987).

EXPEDITION DETAIL

Day 1Delhi toManali

On arrival in Manali,you chek in to a hotel,rest for a while if you wish to and then proceed on a sightseeing trip for the day with one of our team members/guides.This could also include a village tour or similar activities,if you so choose.

Day 2Manali -Manikaram -Barshani Kalga / Pulga 5hrs.

(Drive by car)

Day 3Barshaini to Khir Ganga (5/6)hrs.

Trek leads through coniferous forests, waterfalls and various villages, camp at Khirganga. An open meadow and hot springs at the distance of 100m up the meadow.

Day 4Khir Ganga to Tunda Bhuj (5/6) hrs..

There is a steady ascend out of the gorge, the valley then widens and trail crosses several delightful pastures supporting a variety of wild flowers in the summer. Camp at Tunda Bhuj there are fine alpine views down the valley and waterfalls tumbling down the cliffs on the opposite side of the valley.

Day 5Tunda Bhuj to Thakur Kuan 5 hrs.

Trek through birch grooves, rocks and dense vegetation then trail descends to the riverbank. Cross Parvati River on a newly wooden bridge and climb gently for 1:30 hrs Just before campsite again cross river by cable, overnight camp at Thakur Kuan.

Day 6Thakur Kuan to Odi Thach 5/6 hrs..

Trail passes through several Gaddi encampments before crossing a side river a natural rock bridge.Just above this natural rock bridge called Pandu Bridge. According to Hindu mythology the bridge commemorates the retreat of the Pandva brothers to the Spiti and Tibet. Our campsite is at just below the Kullu Eiger.

Day 7Odi Thach to Mantalai 7 hrs.

The trail then ascends gradually through a series of flowered meadows intercepted with boulder field brought down by many side streams. Just before Mantalai, 200mt. Ascend over the boulders field to abroad plateau. Camp at Mantalai.

Day 8 Mantalai to base camp 6 hrs.

Trek is now through boulder and scree out of the main valley. The trail crosses a series of meadows before a further steep climb leads to base of Pin Parvati pass.

Day 9base camp to Pin Parvati pass camp by the river (7/8 hrs).

Today steep ascend over boulders to a large snowfield below the pass. Then trail step up to the Pin Parvati pass over snowfield. The pass provides magnificent view snowcapped ranges. Descent from the pass is a gradual over a snowfield initially; it becomes steep in many places, camp by the river.

Day 10Pin Parvati pass to Tiya (5/6 hrs).

Today we descend slowly along the left banks of Pin River, walking on the loose rocks and many small streams to cross. Trail then leads small plateau above the valley then it leads down to a grassy campsite of Tiya. Pin valley is a national park known as land of Ibex and Snow Leopard. The most interesting to see is Chamurti horses, which are popularly called the camel of cold desert. The lifeline of this difficult terrain, Spiti and Chamurti are among the six recognized finest breeds of horses in India. Pin valley is protected area, with Rupi Bhaba wild life sanctuary to its south and Great Himalayan National Park to its southwest.

Day 11 Tiya to Mud (3600m) 5 hrs, drive to Dankhar Kee – Kibber – Rangrik camp..

Trail goes down to the valley is gradual walk. Just before reaching Mud it is little bit difficult. Reaching Mud we say goodbye to our porters and drive through Pin River valley crossing villages of Sagnum, Kungri, Mikkim . We drive to visit Dankhar, located on top of small hill. Dankhar the traditional capital of Spiti kingdom, now road continues to Lalung – last village in Lingti valley. We drive back to Lingti where Pin and Lingti joins the Spiti. We continue to drive to Kaza and at first we visit Kee, 10 kms to Kibber and finally we drive back to Rangrik camp.

Day 12Mud to Losar – Kunzom la – Rohtang pass (3978m) - Manali..

Today leaving early we drive to Losar – last village in Spiti valley, after Losar road climbs up to Kunzum la pass (4551m.), which connects Lahoul with Spiti. The panorama as viewed from the top of the pass is enthralling and inspiring. 8 km. Walking gradually downwards to the lake of moon-Chandertal lake. A vast meadows around the lake carpeted with alpine flowers, is an ideal place for camping. Crossing Kunzom we drive along the Chandra River to Gramphu and road climbs up to Rohtang pass. Manali is 51 kms from, overnight hotel.

Day 13Losar Leisure at Manali. Visit touristic sites in around Manali.

Hidimba devi temple, Manu temple, Vashisht hot spring, Naggar Castle and Nicholas Roerich art gallery.

Day 14Morning visit local market, after noon departure to Delhi.

PACKAGE INCLUDES

  • Accommodation in tents sharing while camping during trekking .
  • All meals – breakfast ,Lunch & dinner. lunches would be packed.
  • Services of an experienced trekking route guide.
  • Cook & attendant during the trekking.
  • Dinning tent for more tent.
  • Sleeping bags.
  • Toilet tent during trekking .
  • Kitchen tent fitted with kitchen equipment.
  • Ponies or potter during trekking to carry camping equipment , like food tents material, etc.
  • Entrances to places of visit, camping fee.
  • Presently applicable taxes .
  • bone fire during camping .
  • First aid kit entire tour .
  • Oxygen cylinder in entire tour .

PACKAGE EXCLUDES

  • Any airfare / Bus fare / train fare or airport tax .
  • Meals other then mentioned.
  • Trekking Shoes and clothing.
  • Any kind of insurance, Medical evacuation charges.
  • Travel insurance, repatriation charges, Damages/ claims of any nature, Expenses of personal nature like telephone calls, Laundry, Any kind of hard or soft drinks, Any kind of personal clothing, Any other expense not mentioned in the cost include column.