ShirganHills
Overview
Region : Kullu – Manali & Parvati Valley.
Located at a height of 3600 meters above the sea level, it offers some jaw-dropping views of snow-laden peaks, green and flowering meadows,with evergreen trees. This trek is the traditional way of reaching the mysterious village of Malana before the road to Malana was built. It is a perfect trek for the beginners and can be classified under "Easy" in terms of difficulty level..
Enjoy great views of the Pir Panjal range, Dhauladhar range,Parvati valley and Malana valley. Malana trek starts from the ancient village of naggar, Legend has that Jamlu devta/jamdagni rishi (the presiding deity at Malana), opened a basket containing the local gods of Kullu at the Chandrakhani Pass ,incidently a strong winds came by and blew the gods to their present abodes.thus let your soul and spirit fly….Malana is one of the oldest standing democracies of the world, with the small village managing it's own affairs even today. This primitive land shadowed by the majestic peaks of Chandrakhani and Deotibba has always been, fiercely and silently guarding it's own culture. The Malanese people believe that they are descendants of Alexander.
- 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:
Day 01: Naggar - Rumsu (2150m) - Stelling (1350m) (Trek / 4-5 hrs)
Day 02: Stelling - Base camp Chiklani (3450m) (Trek /4- 5 hrs)
Day 03: Base camp Chiklani - Chanderkhani Pass (3650 m) - Nagruni thach (2800m) (Trek / 5 - 6 hrs)
Day 04: Nagruni Thach - Malana (2600m) (Trek / 4-5hrs)
Day 05: Malana - Jari - Kullu(Trek / 2 - 3 hrs) (Drive / 1 - 2 hrs)
Day 01: Naggar - Rumsu (2150m) - Stelling (1350m) (Trek / 4-5 hrs)
We will drive from Manali to Naggar from where we will start our trek.. Naggar is an ancient town in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, It was once capital of the Kullu kingdom.,latter capital shifted to present day kullu( sultanpur,). Naggar Castle, the official seat of kings for centuries. The Russian painter and explorer Nicholas Roerich settled in Naggar in the early 20th century. The Roerich Estate, his two-floor house, is now a museum and key attraction of the town featuring a collection of his popular paintings.
The trail leads through the village of Rumsu and then winds through wonderful meadows and forests to a pasture above the tree line. Stelling pastures, the camp site for today.
Day 02 : Stelling - Base camp Chiklani (3450m) (Trek /4- 5 hrs)
After breakfast, will head toward chiklani , Initially a steep ascend through forest with typical flora of the himalya with pine, Oak and birch trees and then a gradual ascend on a grassy pastures to reach at Chaklani camp. Overnight stay at Chaklani, base camp.
Day 03: Base camp Chiklani - Chanderkhani Pass (3650 m) - Nagruni thach (2800m) (Trek / 5 - 6 hrs)
Today, will start early, from chiklani, you will keep climbing through the mountains till you reach Chanderkhani Pass, which is situated at an elevation of 3650 m, pass covered with snow till may end. From here, the great views of Bara Bangal range in the west, Pir Panjal to the north and Parvati in the east will make your soul and spirit fly,after spending few lovely moment ,will head toward camping ground of nagruni,overnight stay at this beautiful place .
Day 04: Nagruni Thach - Malana (2600m) (Trek / 4-5hrs)
After breakfast,time to go into the land of people who always claimed to have descended from Alexander the Great’s soldiers, Malanis point to their age-old election system to prove they are among the oldest democracies in the world. The Malana Nullah, which flows through the valley, comes from Deotibba, snow-covered peak that overhangs the village. Overnight stay near malana village.
Day 05: Malana - Jari - Kullu(Trek / 2 - 3 hrs) (Drive / 1 - 2 hrs)
After knowing malana will trek till Jari from here we drive to Manali. Reach Manali , the trek concludes …
Trip ends here ..hope to meet soon……take the joy and energy...Arise! awake !and stop not till the goal is reached….
Items that are included in the cost of trek price.
- 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.
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.