This trail again leads the path to Kugti pass and is a very
arduous trek. After enjoying the fine views of the towering peaks of
Lahaul and Zanskar from the summit, one plummets once again to the head of
Khardu glacier.
ITINERARY
| Day–1 |
Dalhousie
to Khajjiar, 1,951m Distance 20-km. Either
via Kalatop or direct through thick forests and the wild life sanctuary.
|
| Day-2 |
Khajjiar to
Chamba, 9,96m, Distance
18-km. Descend and enjoy a good view of distant mountains and Ravi
valley down below. |
| Day-3 |
Chamba
to Bharmour, the Base Camps situated at
2,195m. Distance 64-km by bus via Rakh, Durghati and other villages.
Visit old temples and other buildings of old capital of Chamba. |
| Day-4 |
Bharmour to
Hadsar, 2,317m, Distance
13-km. The route is along different terra up and down through forests. |
| Day-5 |
Hadsar
to Kugti, 2,640m, Distance 14-km. The route is along the Budhil stream
with many ups and downs through green forests. |
| Day-6 |
Kugti to Duggi Caves, 3,354m, Distance
13-km. Amidst the green valley and panoramic view, Kartic temple at
Keling is worth a visit. Kailash peak is also visible from here. Cave is
sufficient for 15 persons. |
| Day-7 |
Duggi to Alyas, 3,660m, Distance 12-km is
a tough route. At Kudi there is a big grassy plateau and a stone hut. |
| Day-8 |
Alyas to Khardu, 3,550m, Distance 15-km. A
steep ascent to Pass and then steep descent after the Pass. |
| Day-9 |
Khardu to Shansha, 2,950m, Distance 14-km.
A rough trek over stones and loose boulders. From here either go to
Keylong or return to Udaipur via Triloknath. |
| Day-10 |
Shansha to Keylong, 2,050m, Distance
7-hours jouney by bus. Visit Kardang Monastery and meet the tribal
people. |
| Day–11 |
Keylong to
Manali , 2,050m,
Distance 7-hours journey by bus. |
