Bara Bhangal Trek 10N/11D

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The alpine terrain between the Kullu Valley and Dharamshala is one of the most spectacular and little known regions of…

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The alpine terrain between the Kullu Valley and Dharamshala is one of the most spectacular and little known regions of the Western Himalaya. The Bara Bhangal trek takes one from the lush green Kullu valley to the steak landscapes of Bara Bhangal range. The Bara Bhangal trail, crossing the Dhauladhar range to connect the Kullu and Kangra valleys, is one of the most challenging routes starting from the Kullu Valley. The long and isolated route involves crossing two high altitude passes – Kalihani Pass at 4725 m and Thamsar Pass at 4875 m – and descending to the remote Bara Bhangal village – at least two days’ walk away from civilization by any route and cut off from the rest of the world for the better half of the year. This trek is challenging and thus must be attempted by experienced trekkers only. The trail takes you across green grasslands, flower-laden campsites, meandering rivers, numerous waterfalls, moraines and glaciers, glacial lakes and some of the most outstanding scenery. The passes give you epic views of the some of the prominent peaks of the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal range of Himalayas. The best time to do this trek is in the pre-monsoon month of June or in the post-monsoon months of mid-September and October.

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Day 1

Manali to Sangchar (2343 m) - 30 km Drive. Sangchar to Jammu Paani (3000 m) - Trek

Report at Manali ISBT at 8 AM. After freshening up & breakfast in Manali, our vehicles will take you to Sangchar, 1.5 hours drive. The trek starts from the village of Sangchar with a continuous zig-zag trail. The trail leaving behind the entire town of Manali with splendid views of the Pir Panjal range. With a continuous ascent of around 2000 ft, the trail is decent in terms of difficulty. From the very first day itself, you will be gifted with a spectacular spread of colourful flowers like Anemone and Gearanium, a sight to behold for sure. With the trail taking you through tall blades of grass, thick bushes and meadows, we reach today's campsite, Jammu Paani which is a clearing surrounded by oak trees on one side and dense bushes on the other. Retire for the night. Overnight in tents.

Day 2

Jammu Paani (3000 m) to Pani Dhar

Today's trek will be a long one so we start early. The trail leads you through Maheli Thatch with dense oak trees on one side and meadows on the other. The left side of the valley presents you with spectacular valley openings and views of snowclad passes. A little beyond this point will be our lunch spot where you can enjoy the packed lunch provided to you. We ascend and descend a few times on the lush meadows before we reach Pani Dhar, a beautiful meadow campsite. Overnight in tents.

Day 3

Pani Dhar to Riyali Thatch (3647 m)

Today’s trek is relatively easier. With a small section of a steep ascent crossing a gateway of rocks supported by a rocky mountain and a stream piercing through it, the trail leads you to the campsite of Riyali Thatch. With lush slope of the mountain on one side, the Riyali Thatch campsite has a gigantic display of colorful pretty flowers. Overnight in tents.

Day 4

Riyali Thatch (3647m) to Saghor - Kalihani Pass Base (4000m)

Today's trek is an easy one. Leaving behind the Riyali Thatch campsite we will descend towards a snow bridge over a stream that is fed by the Kalihani glacier. The trail becomes steep until we reach a ridge. With the mesmerizing ridge walk with lush green meadows and bushes along with a wide variety of flowers etched on a mountain slope on either side of the ridge. On the right season, this section has an unparalleled display of 7 different types of flowers along with Juniper trees which add to the beauty of the landscape. The ridge ends with a zig-zag trail, a continuous ascent towards the Saghor campsite. With unobstructed views of the Pir Panjal range in front of you and the wonderful snow-capped passes behind you, the Saghor campsite is a sight to behold. This will be your Kalihani Pass basecamp. We will let our bodies acclimatize at this altitude as the proceeding day will be spent in climbing the pass. Overnight in tents.

Day 5

Shingor [Kalihani Pass Base] to Devi Ki Marhi (3850 m) via Kalihani Pass (4725 m)

The initial part of today’s trail is through moraine followed by steep ascent through scree. Cross another moraine section before reaching the Kalihani glacier and starting the steep climb to the pass. After the pass, the trail crosses another glacier and four alpine lakes. From here, walk along the Kalihani nallah on the moraine field till the campsite.

Day 6

Devi Ki Marhi - Dal Marhi (3900 m)

The trail first crosses over the Kalihani Nullah and descends into the oak and birch forests. Most of path then is flat with few ups and downs.The path crosses a few streams that were joining the main Kalihani Nala. There is short section affected by landslide that needs to be negotiated with caution. Just before the end of day though is a steep climb before you arrive at the Dal Marhi campsite.

Day 7

Dal Marhi to Bara Bhangal (2900 m)

The trail today starts with a short ascent and then descends gradually along the Ravi river. Once the path descends across the tree line, it goes through forests of rhododendron, birch and pine before reaching Bara Bhangal. Bara Bhangal is a charming isolated village with a government school, a small hydel power project, satellite phone and fields of corn, rajma and cannabis. The only way to reach civilisation from here is either to cross Thamsar or Kalihani pass or negotiate the dangerous Ravi river gorge.

Day 8

Bara Bhangal to Mardh (3830m)

Today we will start climbing towards the next big pass, Thamsar. The trail winds up through pine, deodar and birch forests with mountain streams to break the monotony. The campsite at Mardh is near the base of the Thamsar glacier.

Day 9

Mardh to Plachak (2721m) via Thamsar Pass (4875 m) m) – Billing (2400 m)

Another day of steep ascent over morraine, scree and glacier. The climb is broken by a small lake just below the pass. From on top of Thamsar, you will get your first glimpse of the lush Kangra valley. On the other side of the pass, it's a steep, long descent till you reach the campsite at Plachak, well below the tree line.ay of the trek so far. The path is flat and easy, passing through pine forests with many mountain streams. The valley widens and you get great views of the open Kangra valley. A vehicle will pick you up at Billing and drop you to Bir or Dharamshala. Or you can choose to fly from Billing to Bir on a tandem paraglider.

Day 10

Plachak to Rajgundha (2440 m) to Billing (2400 m)

The easiest day of the trek so far. The path is flat and easy, passing through pine forests with many mountain streams. The valley widens and you get great views of the open Kangra valley.

Day 11

Reserve Day

Reserve a day in case weather does not permit us to cross the pass. If a reserve day is used then participants will have to pay INR 5000 + 5% GST on spot to the trek leader.

Food as per menu on the trek
Forest Permits/Camping Charges, if any (upto the amount charged for Indian nationals)
Tents, Sleeping bags, Sleeping mats
Safety Equipment includes static rescue rope, seat harness, carabiners, pulleys
Trek guide, cook, helpers, and porters for carrying common supplies
Mountaineering course certified Trek Leader with Wilderness Emergency Responder & Rescue. course from NIM Uttarkashi

Whats Not Included?

Portage of personal bags during the trek
Cost of any kind of Travel Insurance.
Any Expense of personal nature.
Any Expense not specified in the inclusions list.
Meals during road journeys

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