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Kalihani Pass Trek Overview
Quick Facts of Kalihani Pass Trek
Max Altitude: 4800 m/15750 ft
Duration: 8D/7N
Grade: Moderate
Trail Length: 70 Km
Snow Season: December to February
Best Season: June to October
Rail Head: Joginder nagar railway station
Airport: Bhuntar Aiport, Kullu
Starting Point: Manali
Region: Himachal
Kalihani Pass Trek Itinerary
Reach Manali and stay overnight in Vashisht.
Reach Manali by noon at your convenience.
Check into the guest house at Vashisht at 6725 ft.
The guesthouse offers you beautiful views of the hill town.
You can explore Vashisht’s attractions like the popular temple-bearing hot springs.
Witness the breathtaking beauty of Jogini Waterfalls.
Enjoy your multi-cuisine dinner for the night and take a peaceful sleep in the guesthouse.
Trek from Vashisht to Lamadugh
Trek Distance: 10 Km
Trek Duration: 6-7 hours
Start trekking from Vashisht to Lamadugh.
The trail welcomes you with tall trees of Deodars, Maples, and Walnut-dense forests.
Ascend for three hours and reach a green flatland-like area.
Have a tasty lunch and witness the beauty of Kullu Valley.
Start trekking through the steep trail for 2.5 hours.
Enter the dense forests of Lichens and Mosses while gaining altitude.
Follow the trail along a water pipe for 400-500 meters.
Reach Lamadugh and prepare your tents.
Trek from Lamadugh to Riyali Thatch
Trek Distance: 11 Km
Trek Duration: 6-7 hours
Wake up early in the morning to start trekking through the stony trail.
Catch the beautiful sight of Chandra Bagga Ranges.
Approach Khanpari Pass at 12,000 ft and witness the beauty of Mount Indrasan, Mount Deo Tibba, and Mount Aliratani Tibba.
Reach the Khan Pari Tibba Peak to witness the beauty of Mount Hanuman Tibba and the Dhauladhar Range.
Move through steep meadows covered with trees.
Take a gentle walk followed by a steep descent for 1.5 hours to reach Riyali Thach and prepare for the tents.
Trek from Riyali Thatch to Kalihani base
Trek Distance: 9 Km
Trek Duration: 5-6 hours
Wake up early in the morning and start descending the overgrown trees.
Follow the kilometer-long trail of repeated ups and downs.
Enter the Bugyal area and witness the beauty of the Kaliheni Pass.
Get on the descending path to witness the first river crossing of the trek. Cross carefully as the river flows fast.
Take a difficult climb across the grassland and follow the narrow path.
As the ridge ends, you follow the foggy trail to reach Kaliheni Base Camp and rest for the night.
Trek from Kaliheni base to Kalihani Pass and back
Trek Distance: 12 Km
Trek Duration: 7-8 hours
The trek starts early in the morning as you climb the Kaliheni Base to Kaliheni Pass round-trip.
The trail follows rocky terrain with small and medium-sized rocks.
Witness the stunning views of Sanghor Jot.
Ascend through the steep ridge and gradually check the incredible sight of ice fields.
Reach the Kaliheni Pass and indulge in its mesmerism of icy fields with rocky ridges.
Look down to see the beauty of glacial lakes incoming from Kaliheni Pass, mounted on a glacier.
Take a downward descent and reach the moraine zone again to test in the campsite.
Trek from Kaliheni base to Dor Nullah via Riyali Thatch
Trek Distance: 15 Km
Trek Duration: 6-7 hours
Wake up early in the morning to start the trek from Kaliheni Base. You keep on retracing to the same path via Riyali Thach.
Trek for 10 minutes to take the main trail.
Descent through the trail slowly down the steam.
Witness a vibrant gorge with colorful rocks surrounded by mosses and lichens.
Trek through the green Dor Nullah Meadows.
Reach the campsite and doze off for the night.
Trek from Dor Nullah to Mailee
Trek Distance 8 Km
Trek Duration: 4-5 hours
Get up early in the morning to start the trek from Dor Nullah.
Descend through the meadows towards Sangchur.
Witness the unique fauna of mountains- the Golden Eagles and Griffons at the end of the meadow.
Descend for hours and have a look at the trees starting to touch the meadows.
Take a steep descent through a bushy trail for an hour.
Catch the striking beauty of Kullu Valley and prepare your camps for the night.
Trek to Sangchur and Drive to Manali
Trek Distance: 6 Km
Trek Duration: 3 hours
Drive Distance: 30 Km
Drive Duration: 2 hours
Wake up early in the morning and have a scrumptious meal. Start trekking as it is the last day of the trek.
Descend through steep, stony, and muddy trails. The low-gradient trail continues for an hour.
Reach the Sangchur Village at 7050 ft.
Spend some time there and have lunch.
Transfer to Manali via Patlikuhl as the trek ends.
What to Pack for Kalihani Pass Trek?
Make sure to wear trekking shoes that are suitable for all types of terrain and feature a good grip and ankle support.
Carry extra winter clothing like thermals, gloves, socks, jackets, and sweaters are necessities.
Biking gears.
Bring a raincoat with you just in case because the weather can change at any time.
Backpack of 50–60 L.
Sunscreen, a sun cap, and sunglasses are all good sun protection measures.
Bring a headlamp instead of a single-beam torch so that it can illuminate a larger area.
Medical and first-aid kits.
Cutlery, water bottles, packed food, and toiletries.
To separate dirty garments from new ones, take three or four plastic covers.
Know Before You go to Kalihani Pass Trek
By Air: The nearest airport to Manali is the Kullu-Manali Airport, located 50 km away in Bhuntar. The airport has connectivity with flights from the airports of major cities like Delhi, Chandigarh, and many more. Upon arrival, you can take a direct bus or taxi to reach Manali.
By Train: Board a train and get down at Joginder Nagar railway station, the nearest railhead to Manali at a distance of 145 km. From there, you can take a bus or taxi to reach Manali.
By Bus: Board any state or private bus to reach Manali as it is accessible to many popular cities like Delhi, Shimla, Leh, and many more.
There is an alternate trekking route that starts from Alyas Base Camp.
Devi ki Marhi to Alyas Base Camp: Take the 4 km long trek and take on the steep climb across the glacier and witness the breathtaking beauty of Glacial lakes.
Alyas Base Camp over Kaliheni Pass and back again: The 10 km long trek is dependent upon climatic conditions as you need to walk on the snow slopes on the upper glacier. Such heights are known to offer tough snow terrain and views of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar Ranges. The same day you descend to the base camp to continue your trek the next day to Riyali.
Visit a doctor before the Kaliheni Pass trek to test your fitness levels and get other mandatory check ups done. Once you start the trek, follow the instructions of your trek leader for a safe journey. Moreover, it is a high pass trek that takes you above 4800 meters, make sure to practice acclimatization to avoid allude sickness.
Avoid planning Kaliheni Trek during monsoons as rain can make you uncomfortable and cause landslides.
Refrain from trekking during the night as it can be dangerous at high altitudes.
Don’t litter near the campsite, save water, and don’t use plastic bags as Kaliheni Trek is an eco-friendly trek.
Carry a 50-60 liter backpack to keep all the important items.
Keep cash with yourself as there is no ATM or UPI facility in the entire trekking route beyond Manali.
Don’t carry any luxurious items and keep the luggage minimum.
Avoid using earphones as it might hinder your hearing abilities.
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FAQs of Kalihani Pass Trek
How much time is required to do the Kalihani pass trek?
Kaliheni Pass Trek is a short trek of 8-days and 7-nights. The trail distance is a whopping 70 km which needs to be covered during this time.
Where is Kalihani Pass located?
Kaliheni Pass is located in the Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh. Most of this high pass altitude is unexplored. The trekking trail of Kaliheni Pass offers scenic views and thrills. You can start this trek from Manali to reach one of the highest altitude roads of Himachal Pradesh.
How difficult is the Kalihani pass trek?
The Kaliheni Pass trek ranges from moderate to difficult as it follows a zig-zag trail. The trek offers continuous ascents up to 610 meters. But in general, the trail is relatively easier to trek through. Moreover, Kaliheni Pass Trek is a high-altitude trek that takes you to a height of 4800 meters. First-time trekkers can experience this trek with prior training.
What is the best time to do a Kalihani pass trek?
The best time to experience the Kaliheni Pass Trek is from months between Mid-June to Mid-October. This is because the trail would be covered with snow, making the views even more delightful. August witnesses less snow but there is an adequate amount of snow that offers thrill and the best views instead of making the trail extremely difficult. The temperatures during this time are cold, ranging from -2 to 6°C.
Is Kalihani pass worth visiting?
Yes, Kaliheni Pass is worth your time because it is one of the highest passes in Himachal Pradesh. The trek is also known as the “Valley of Flowers” in Himachal Pradesh as it offers you the beauty of snow mixed with the blooming wildflowers of Lamadugh.
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