Overview
If you’re In search of living Himalyan experience, then you’re on the right trek.Hamta circle,in the lap of shirgan hills, it offers life time experience of interdependence of village and the nature at its best.
The bond of interdependence and ever lasting memories that every human being has(who so ever comes in contact with the welcoming living wild at Shirgan Hills).The people,the evergreen pine trees, the deodar,the birch,the rhododendron,the living heritage of shepherd with their sheep & goat, the Gujjars still practicing the old way of shifting in the lap of himalayan meadows, the quietness broken at places by the chirping of himalyan breed of birds,the boulders telling us nature give suprises, with colourful and mysterious rocks(which you feel to take away), the whistling sounds of thick pine forest,the 400 yrs oak trees ,the thinning and growing streams,the calling of shirgan –tungu peak,the Pirpanjal Range,Hanuman tibba ,the Deo tibba ……………,the over view of manali and nagger valley and beyond.
IN BRIEF:
REGION : MANALI.
Best season : May to mid Oct
Maximum Altitude : 4000 mts
LEVEL: moderate
Trek duration: 3N/4D; 5N/6D
: 5N/6D (Jagatsukh-Baggi-Sorotu-Kharmandiyari-Rauli Kholi-Piyang Neru-Jobri)
: 3N/4D (Jagatsukh-Baggi-Sorotu-Kharmandari-Jobri)
Must read:
- Proper conditioning & training of body is required
- Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature
- Shoes are the single most important equipment
- High Altitude requires proper acclimatization.
- Beautiful landscapes so carry good photo gear & Extra battery backup.
- Travel light
- The backpack should not exceed 10 kg.
BRIEF ITINERARY: 5N/6D
DAY 1: Jagatsukh(1900m) to Baggi(2200m) via Bhanara village.
DAY 2 : Baggi(2200m) to Sorotu(2700m)
DAY 3: Sorotu(2700m) to Kharmandiyari (3300m)
DAY 4: Kharmandiyari(3300m) to Rauli Kholi (4000m)
DAY 5: Rauli kholi (4000m) to Piyang Neru(3900m)
DAY 6: Piyang Neru(3900m) to Jobri(2800m)
DAY 1: Jagatsukh (1900m) to Baggi (2200m) via Bhanara (2-3 hrs)
The time has come to explore the hidden treasure ,now leave all worries and its time to let your soul and spirit fly,now lets fly .From manali travelling a 6 km distance, we will reach Jagatsukh,the ancient capital of Kullu. There lay Sandhya Gayatri,Guri –Shankar temple. From Jagatsukh, we will head towards Bhanara village which is about half an hour walking distance.as you climb you will see the rice field terrace (now covered with apple orchards).then will be visiting nag temple(Shirgan Nag) the presiding diety of four villages.There the forest of pine ,deodar are in its prime. Will reach baggi, a lush green place which is our camp site.
DAY 2: Baggi to Sorotu (2700m) (3-4 hrs)
After having breakfast, its time again to let our soul and spirit fly again.Now comes a walk along the thick forest .the true jungle feeling will come where only wild birds ,insects will be welcoming you. After nearly one hour walk,you will see the upper beas valley ,solang valley and all the habitation even Manali town.The various peaks seen ,keep calling you to be with them.Will reach Tilgan (2600m),meadows where the Gujjar and shepherd can bee seen along with their buffalo and sheep respectively. Then a ascend of half hour ,you will be meet with huge boulders of various size ,colour and shape( These are morains ), then a new windows open that of meadows , Pir Panjal . will camp at this mesmerizing place.Brigu peak, just a call away,Friendship peak can be admired. Will camp at this mesmerizing place.
DAY 3 : Sorotu to Kharmandiyari(3300m)(4-5 hrs)
With the call of shepherd ,we wiil leave from one mesmerizing place to other one.While walking we will cover stream, which will be soothing and refreshing. Above tree line , will meet the enticing meadows ,a dream for shepherd and people at large. Hanuman tibba ,and likes can be seen. Come and you will have no words to describe its beauty. Rest your flying feet as we will camp at this site.will have look at birch which is a thin leaved deciduous hardwood tree. Pha Konda peak.phakonda nalla
DAY 4 : Kharmandiyari to Rauli Kholi(3900m )(3-4hrs)
Now with some energetic food ,we will be heading toward the famous large green meadows .In winters you can enjoy skiing here. Here you can have view of Pir Panjal ranges and the view of snowcapped view.If lucky will have ample snow to walk upon. Rhododendron . A first look at Deo Tiba, You will feel its might and adore it.Will have camp at this site.
DAY 5 : Rauli Kholi to Piyang Neru(3800m)(3-4 hrs)
Morning will let you see the enticing peaks ,making a call for you to make a worth walk to have the magnetic bond of men and mountains. Will cross jobri nala ,feel the warmth and cold of the purest water. We will let the flying feet ,flow in the glacial walk,the features of glacial can be viewed likes of medial moraines,arête,pyramidal peak, ablation zone.Late we will camp at Piyang Neru. Clear sky will let you be part of its countless stars.Rhododendron will be glowing for you(depends on the time of trek).
DAY 6 :Piyang Neru to Jobri (2800 m)(4-5 hrs)
After a starful night, in morning after breakfast we will head toward jobri ,where the high rocky mountains make you fell to have a salute to the nature beautiful.Vehicle will drive you back to Manali in an hour drive. Hope you let your soul and spirit fly in the world of unknown potential that benefit your soul and health as you walk through natural herbs. The beautiful tour concludes with sweet memories.
Trip ends here ..hope to meet soon……take the joy and energy...Arise! awake !and stop not till the goal is reached….
INCLUSION
- Transport facility from Manali to Manali
- Forest Permit and entrance fee
- Dom tent on triple Sharing
- All meals: breakfast, packed lunch, tea, coffee, snacks, soup and dinner (All camping gears)
- High quality tents
- Sleeping bags
- Mattress
- Liner
- Pillow
- Separate Toilet tents – Ladies and Gents
- Dining Tent
- Porters
- Helper
- Mules
- Kitchen team
- Good Experience Trek Leader guide and Technical guide
- Medical Kit
- Oxygen Cylinders
- Crampons and Gaiters
- EXCLUSIONS
- Hotel accommodation in Manali.
- Day 1st breakfast and last day dinner.
- Travel insurance.
- Soft or hard drinks.
- Tips for Guide(s), cook(s), camp boy(s), muleteer(s), porter(s) and driver.
- Any unforeseen cost arises by natural hazards rain, snow, road block which cost extra and beyond trip Schedule.
Things to Take
Mandatory Documents
Please carry the documents given below:
- Original and photocopy of government photo identity card- (Aadhar Card, driving license, voters ID, etc.)
● Medical Certificate (first part to be filled by a doctor and second part by the trekker)
● Risk Certificates
Trekkers must bring :
- Strongly built hiking shoes.
● Sandals or slippers to wear in campsite.
● Thick woollen socks, it will keep your feet warm.
● Daily wear socks.
● Thermals are very important.
● 1 shirt, it should be long sleeved.
● Shirts and pants for campsite, should be warm.
● 1 raincoat or poncho.
● Jacket.
● Thick gloves.
● Trek pants.
● Cap and Balaclava (or a scarf)
● Sun glasses.
● Sun tan lotion.
● Lip balm.
● Water bottle.
● Headlamp.
● Personal toiletry items.