Pin Bhaba Pass Trek
Start End Point
Shimla - Shimla
Base Camp
Kafnu
Trek Distance
51 Km.
Duration
8 days
Difficulty Level
Moderate to Difficult
Altitude
4865 meters (15,957 feet)
Brief Description of Trek
The Pin Bhaba Pass Trek is a mesmerizing journey through the remote valleys of Himachal Pradesh, India, combining the lush greenery of the Kinnaur region with the barren landscapes of Spiti. This trek is renowned for its diverse landscapes, including alpine meadows, dense forests, and high-altitude deserts.
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Detailed Pointwise Description of Trek
Scenic Beauty
- Picturesque landscapes ranging from lush green Kinnaur valleys to arid Spiti deserts.
- Views of snow-capped peaks and glacial streams along the trail.
Flora and Fauna
- Diverse flora including alpine flowers like blue poppies and orchids.
- Wildlife sightings such as Himalayan ibex and snow leopards in their natural habitat.
Villages and Culture
- Cultural insights into the traditional lifestyle of Kinnauri and Spitian communities.
- Visits to ancient monasteries and remote villages.
Campsites
- Serene campsites amidst alpine meadows and beside crystal-clear mountain streams.Camping under starry skies with views of towering peaks.
- Kafnu - Mulling - Kara - Phustirang - Pin Bhaba Pass - Baldar - Mudh - Kaza
Key Highlights
- Traverse the high-altitude Pin Bhaba Pass, connecting lush green valleys to barren deserts.
- Views of the majestic Kinnaur Kailash peak during the trek.
- Visit the picturesque village of Chitkul, the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibetan border.
Best Time to Trek
- Mid-June to September
Preparation
- Moderate to high physical fitness required due to long trekking hours and challenging terrain.
- Prior trekking experience in high-altitude regions recommended.
Logistics
- Essential trekking gear including sturdy trekking shoes, warm clothing, and rain gear.
Safety
- Obtain necessary permits from local authorities for trekking in Kinnaur and Spiti.Local guides with knowledge of the terrain and cultural nuances.
- Proper acclimatization schedule to prevent altitude sickness.Carry adequate supplies of food, water, and emergency medications.Stay updated with weather forecasts and be prepared for sudden changes.
Features
- Experience a diverse trekking journey from green valleys to high-altitude deserts. Explore the rich cultural heritage of Kinnaur and Spiti through interactions with local communities. Capture stunning vistas of the Himalayan landscape and enjoy serene camping spots under the open sky.
Features
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Day: 1
Trek: Arrival in Shimla
Description: Arrive in Shimla and transfer to your hotel. In the evening, explore the Mall Road and Ridge. Club Himalaya guides will brief you about the trek.
- Hospitality: Dinner at the hotel.
- Scenic Beauty: Mall Road, Ridge.
- Time Taken: Evening.
- Altitude: 2205m.
- Precautions: Stay hydrated and prepare for the trek briefing.
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Altitude: 2205
Day: 2
Trek: Drive from Shimla to Kafnu
Description: Drive from Shimla to Kafnu via Rampur. Enjoy the scenic drive through lush green valleys and apple orchards. Club Himalaya guides will arrange accommodation and dinner at Kafnu.
- Hospitality: Breakfast, lunch, accommodation, dinner.
- Scenic Beauty: Green valleys, apple orchards.
- Time Taken: 7-8 hours drive.
- Altitude Gain: 2400m.
- Precautions: Take breaks during the drive to avoid fatigue.
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Altitude: 2400
Day: 3
Trek: Trek from Kafnu to Mulling
Description: Start trekking from Kafnu to Mulling through dense forests and along the Bhabha River. The trail is moderate with gradual ascents. Club Himalaya guides will set up the campsite at Mulling and provide dinner.
- Hospitality: Breakfast, packed lunch, campsite dinner.
- Scenic Beauty: Forests, river.
- Time Taken: 6-7 hours.
- Altitude Gain: 3100m.
- Precautions: Pace yourself and stay hydrated.
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Altitude: 3100
Day: 4
Trek: Trek from Mulling to Kara
Description: Trek from Mulling to Kara. The trail offers stunning views of alpine meadows and waterfalls. Club Himalaya guides will set up the campsite at Kara and provide dinner.
- Hospitality: Breakfast, packed lunch, campsite dinner.
- Scenic Beauty: Alpine meadows, waterfalls.
- Time Taken: 5-6 hours.
- Altitude Gain: 3500m.
- Precautions: Ascend gradually and take breaks.
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Altitude: 3500
Day: 5
Trek: Trek from Kara to Phutsirang
Description: Continue trekking from Kara to Phutsirang. The trail is steeper and requires careful navigation. Club Himalaya guides will set up the campsite at Phutsirang and provide dinner.
- Hospitality: Breakfast, packed lunch, campsite dinner.
- Scenic Beauty: Mountain views, rugged terrain.
- Time Taken: 5-6 hours.
- Altitude Gain: 4000m.
- Precautions: Take breaks, stay hydrated, and acclimatize properly.
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Altitude: 4000
Day: 6
Trek: Trek from Phutsirang to Pin Bhaba Pass and then to Mangrungse
Description: Trek to Pin Bhaba Pass and then descend to Mangrungse. The day is challenging with steep ascents and descents. Club Himalaya guides will set up the campsite at Mangrungse and provide dinner.
- Hospitality: Breakfast, packed lunch, campsite dinner.
- Scenic Beauty: High passes, panoramic views.
- Time Taken: 8-9 hours.
- Altitude Gain/Loss: 4865m gain, 3865m loss.
- Precautions: Ascend gradually, take breaks, and stay hydrated.
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Altitude: 4865
Day: 7
Trek: Trek from Mangrungse to Mudh
Description: Continue trekking from Mangrungse to Mudh. The trail is relatively easier with beautiful landscapes. Club Himalaya guides will arrange accommodation and dinner at Mudh.
- Hospitality: Breakfast, packed lunch, accommodation, dinner.
- Scenic Beauty: Beautiful landscapes, Spiti valley.
- Time Taken: 5-6 hours.
- Altitude Gain: 3600m.
- Precautions: Enjoy the views and descend carefully.
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Altitude: 3600
Day: 8
Trek: Drive from Mudh to Kaza
Description: Drive from Mudh to Kaza. Explore the local market and monasteries in Kaza. Club Himalaya guides will arrange accommodation and dinner at Kaza.
- Hospitality: Breakfast, lunch, accommodation, dinner.
- Scenic Beauty: Local market, monasteries.
- Time Taken: 2-3 hours drive.
- Altitude Loss: 3800m.
- Precautions: Take breaks during the drive to avoid fatigue.
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Altitude: 3800
Day: 9
Trek: Drive from Kaza to Manali
Description: Drive from Kaza to Manali via Kunzum Pass and Rohtang Pass. Enjoy the scenic drive through high mountain passes. Club Himalaya guides will assist with transfers and accommodation in Manali.
- Hospitality: Breakfast, lunch, accommodation, dinner.
- Scenic Beauty: High mountain passes, scenic drive.
- Time Taken: 8-9 hours drive.
- Altitude Loss: 2050m.
- Precautions: Take breaks during the drive to avoid fatigue.
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Altitude: 2050
Who Can Participate
- Moderate Trekkers
- Scenic Enthusiasts: Ideal for enthusiasts looking to explore the diverse landscapes of Himachal Pradesh.
- Physical Fitness: Requires moderate physical fitness due to some steep ascents and rugged terrain.
- Adventure Seekers: Provides a moderate trekking challenge with rewarding views and experiences.
How To Reach
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- Once you have reached Shimla, Club Himalaya will manage the rest of your travel arrangements. If you have opted for Club Himalaya's pick-up service, you can select this option during the booking process by adding it as an add-on.
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Cost Terms
- Items can be supplied upon request and availability, with an additional cost for participants.
- 1- Walkie Talkie: A walkie talkie is a handheld, portable two-way radio transceiver that allows for instant voice communication over short distances. They are commonly used for coordination and communication in various activities such as trekking, camping, and events where mobile phone service might be unreliable. Walkie talkies are durable and provide a reliable means of staying in touch in outdoor and remote environments.
- 1- Satellite phone/set phone A satellite phone is a type of mobile phone that connects to orbiting satellites instead of terrestrial cell sites. This enables it to provide communication in remote areas where traditional cell service is unavailable. Satellite phones are essential for ensuring connectivity in isolated regions, making them valuable for emergency situations and outdoor adventures.
- 2- Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Bag) The Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag is a portable hyperbaric chamber designed to treat acute mountain sickness (AMS), also known as altitude sickness. By simulating lower altitudes through increased air pressure, it helps alleviate symptoms such as headaches, nausea, and dizziness, providing a critical aid for high-altitude trekkers.
- 3- AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) - AEDs are portable, life-saving devices designed to treat sudden cardiac arrest, a condition where the heart stops beating unexpectedly. These devices analyze the heart's rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electric shock to help restore a normal heartbeat. AEDs are user-friendly and can be operated by non-medical personnel, making them vital for emergency response.
- Club Himalaya offers helicopter services on demand, providing a swift and efficient way to navigate the majestic landscapes of the Himalayas. This premium service is designed to enhance your trekking experience by offering unparalleled convenience and safety.
- 1. Quick Transportation:
- Helicopter services significantly reduce travel time, allowing you to reach remote locations quickly and comfortably. This is especially useful for those on tight schedules or looking to maximize their time exploring.
- 2. Emergency Evacuations:
- In the event of medical emergencies or unforeseen circumstances, our helicopter service provides rapid evacuation to the nearest medical facility. This ensures that you receive timely and appropriate care, enhancing your safety during the trek.
- 3. Scenic Flights:
- Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas from above. Our scenic helicopter flights offer a unique perspective, allowing you to witness the grandeur of the mountain ranges, valleys, and glaciers from the sky.
- 4. Customizable Itineraries:
- Tailor your trekking adventure with customizable helicopter itineraries. Whether you wish to start your trek from a remote location or require a pickup after completing your journey, our helicopter service can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
- 5. Comfort and Convenience:
- Enjoy a comfortable and hassle-free journey with our well-maintained helicopters, operated by experienced pilots. This service ensures that you travel in style and comfort, making your trekking adventure even more enjoyable.
- 5% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend
- 30% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 85% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
- 50% deduction of trek fee
- 80% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 70% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
- No cash refund
- 20% cash voucher for the same trip till one year
- 10% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend
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The issuance of a voucher is not applicable in situations where you are required to descend from the trek for any reason. The trek leader may decide to send you down from the trek due to factors such as insufficient fitness level, symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), high blood pressure, exceeding the designated turn-around time, health concerns, or if you are found smoking, drinking, or violating the rules set for the trek. In such cases, the provision of a voucher does not apply.
- Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch.
- In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by Club Himalaya.
- Club Himalaya holds the right to change/cancel the policies without prior notice.
- Cash refund is applicable only in case of bookings made without using any promotional offer code or vouchers.
- This is a non-transferable voucher
- The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Club Himalaya.
- The voucher is valid for treks booked directly with Club Himalaya in India.
- To avail the voucher, please use your registered phone number or email ID.
- All other terms of booking a trek with Club Himalaya are applicable to the voucher.
- Club Himalaya holds the rights to add/remove any of the terms and conditions without prior notice.
Helicopter Service on Demand by Club Himalaya
Key Features:
Booking and Availability:
Our helicopter services are available on demand, subject to availability and weather conditions. To arrange a helicopter service, please contact our support team well in advance. Note that this premium service incurs additional costs, which will be communicated during the booking process.
Elevate your trekking experience with Club Himalaya's helicopter service, offering unparalleled convenience, safety, and breathtaking views of the Himalayas.
Cancellation terms
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund options
Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
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Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
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Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek
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Note on Voucher and
Discount Code Policies :
If
a booking is made using a voucher or
discount code, the policies related to
vouchers and discounts cannot be modified.
In the Unlikely Event that Club Himalaya Cancels a Trek:
While it is extremely rare for Club Himalaya to cancel a trek, unforeseen circumstances or natural disasters may occasionally require us to do so before the scheduled departure. Such circumstances could include continuous rain or snow, thunderstorms, snowstorms, landslides, floods, earthquakes, or any other natural calamity that poses a risk to the safety of our trekkers. Additionally, unforeseeable events such as local riots, curfews, pandemics, lockdowns, government orders, or any similar situations that compromise the safety of the trekking experience may also necessitate a cancellation.
In the event of such a cancellation, Club Himalaya will provide you with a voucher equivalent to the amount you paid for the trek. This voucher can be redeemed for any of our treks within the next year, allowing you to still enjoy an adventure with us at a later date.
Note :
In the Uncommon Event that Club Himalaya Reschedules a Trek :
We would like to emphasize that weather conditions in high-altitude areas are highly unpredictable and can undergo sudden changes at any time. Additionally, circumstances beyond our control, such as natural disasters, political unrest, pandemics, and lockdowns, may impact the feasibility of conducting a trek. In cases where we are unable to proceed with an event due to such circumstances, we will make every effort to provide you with an alternative trek that is safer and more suitable.
In such situations, we will issue a voucher to offset the cost difference between the originally scheduled trek and the alternative trek. This voucher can be redeemed at any time within one year from the date of issue. Please note that a refund fee or reimbursement of the cost difference is not applicable in these cases.
Note:
Cash Voucher Terms:
Itineraries are based on information available at the time of planning and are subject to change. Club Himalaya reserves the right to change expedition dates, people, or itineraries as conditions warrant. If a trip must be delayed or the itinerary changed due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, airline schedules, sickness, or other contingencies for which Club Himalaya or its agents cannot make provision, the cost of delays and/or other changes are the responsibility of the participant. Club Himalaya reserves the right to decline or accept any individual as a trip member for any reason whatsoever.
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