Pin Bhabha Pass Trek

Trek form Kafnu – Mulling (3,100m)

• Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and then commence your trek along the Bhabha Pass trek route.

• Trek through scenic apple orchards and forested lands along a trail that is moderate in nature.

• You will reach Mulling meadows in about 6 hours. Take the rest of the day to enjoy the spectacular surrounding beauty and abundant natural splendor here.

• Spend the night on the meadows in sleeping tents.

Trek from Mulling – Kara

• On this day the exhilarating Bhabha Pass trek will include some river crossings and walks through natural bridges.

• Soak in the surrounding beauty, and sights of stunning alpine blossoms. You may also come across local villagers and shepherds attired in traditional garments.

• After a steady upward trek, you will reach Kara. From here, the sights are simply breathtaking as you witness majestic peaks that are located on the border of Kinnaur and Spiti.

• Spend the night under a starry sky in your sleeping tents.

Trek from Kara (3,550m) - Phustirang (4,000m)

• Start you day at Kara and trek along the river’s left bank to reach Phustirang all the while enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding nature.

• At Phustirang, you will be able to get a glimpse of the magnificent Hansbeshan Peak that towers at a height of 5,840 meters.

• You will reach the camp ground around early evening which will give you time to unwind and relax.

• Spend the night in tents on the camping ground.

Trek from Phustirang (4,000m) -Bhabha Pass (4,850m) - Baldar (3,900m)

• Start the day with an ascent along steep paths and brave heavy snow until you reach the Bhabha Pass. The snowy areas can take more time than usual and will require some strength and effort.

• Catch stunning views of magnificent mountains around you once you reach the top.

• You can also get glimpses of famous mountain ranges like the Pin Parvati Pass.

• Make a short halt here and then descend along the Spiti side. You will reach the beautiful valleys after a few hours of descent.

• Spend the night in tents amid a mix of grasslands and mountains in a riot of colors.

Trek from Baldar (3,900m) - mudh (3,740m), Drive from Mudh - Kaza (3,800m) (2hrs)

• Embark on a light trek to the charming village of Mudh along breathtaking terrains and marvelous landscapes

• You can view purple hued mountains as you go along and see the Pin river curving through vast open spaces.

• Once at Mudh, you will be driven to Kaza.

• At Kaza, you will be put up in a hotel where you will spend the night.

Drive from Kaza (3,800m) to Chandratal (4,270m) via Kunzum La (4,550m)

• Drive through picturesque hamlets and enjoy viewing distinctive mountain cultures along the way to Kunzum La.

• Explore the views at Kunzum La and drive all the way to Chandratal Lake.

• At Chandratal you will experience a stark change in landscape with mesmerizing views of crystal clear waters surrounded by high mountains.

• Spend the night in tents surrounded by stark pristine beauty.

Chandratal (4,270m) – Manali (2,000m) (Trek and 6-7 Hours Drive)

• Based on the situation of the road on the final day, you will have to trek to the road head for anything between 30 minutes to 3 hours.

• Once at the road head, you will be driven to Manali via the popular Atal Tunnel.

• This brings you to the end of your Bhabha Pass Trek.

• Original and photocopy of government photo identity card
• Disclaimer certificate

Trekking shoes: You need to carry sturdy shoes with a good grip, great ankle support, and one that can handle snow

Backpack: A trek such as the Bhabha Pass calls for a backpack with a capacity of at least 50 to 60 liters. Ensure that you pick a backpack that has good shoulder support, hip support, and great access pockets

Clothes: What will keep you most comfortable and warm in the high altitudes is layers. This will also give you the best protection against the elements. Moreover, as you find the weather changing continually in the mountains, it is easier to take off layers when required.

1. The base layer should comprise 3 t-shirts of which you should wear one and carry 2. Carry full sleeves dri-fit T-shirts which are collared if possible. This will keep you from getting sunburnt.

2. Insulation layers will comprise 4 warm layers of 1 pair of inner thermals, light fleece layers, 1 light sweater and 1 padded jacket.

3. Two quick dry trek pants with zippered cut-offs at the thighs should be enough. Wear one and carry another in case it rains.

• Sunglasses

• Sun cap

• Woolen cap

• 3 pairs socks

• A pair of trekking poles

• Headlamp

• Rain wear and cover for your backpack

• A day pack with water bottle, rainwear, snack, emergency medicines, and a warm layer

• Toilet kit

• Cutlery

• Plastic covers

• Synthetic hand gloves

You have to first reach Shimla and then take an onward journey to the base camp at Kafnu.

Reaching Shimla

• By Bus: To reach Shimla you can take an overnight bus, preferably a government bus as they are most reliable and chances of delay are less. It Takes approximately 10 to 12 hours to reach Shimla by bus from Delhi. By Train: You can also take a train to Kalka which is the closest rail head and drive down to Shimla. If you are coming by train, it is best to keep a day in hand. The Kalka Mail leaves the Old Delhi Railway Station at around 9:25 PM and the Kalka Shatabdi leaves from New Delhi Railway station at about 7.40 AM

• By Air: Shimla is well connected by air with the rest of the country and you can take a flight to Jubbarhatti airport which is about 22 km from the main city of Shimla

Reaching KafnuThe base camp of Kafnu in the Bhabha valley of Kinnaur is about 205 km from Shimla. You can reach here in about 6 hours by bus or cab from Shimla Old Bus Stand. It is best to start your journey early morning around 6:30 AM or 7:00 AM so that you reach in time for adequate rest before your trek the next day

July and August: This is the time when the entire valley turns green and covered with wildflowers in full bloom. The transition point at Phutsirang and further up the alpine regions has scarce vegetation but is in stunning contrast with the rest of the trek.

September: By this time the skies are much clearer with most of the intermittent showers having passed. You will find the trail beginning to change color during this time, especially the Phutsirang campsite which gets covered in various shades of yellow, red, and orange. While the middle of September is a great time to trek, by the end of the month it starts receiving snowfall blocking all accesses to the Spiti region.