Maximum altitude: 17320 feet
Grade: Difficult
Duration: 7 days
Trekking distance: 90 kilometers
Trail type: Steep trek
Railhead: Dehradun & Rishikesh
Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
Snow Season: Winters
Service from: Dehradun
Base camp: Harsil
Best season: Mid-May to Mid-October
Region: Garhwal Himalayas
Who can participate: A few previous Himalayan treks are at the very least required for the Lamkhaga Pass trek. For beginners, Trek is not recommended.
Chitkul to Dumti (Trek)
Dumti to Gundar (Trek)
Gundar to Lamkhaga Pass Base Camp (Kinnaur Side) (Trek)
Lamkhaga Pass Base Camp (Kinnaur Side) to Lamkhaga Pass Base Camp (Gangotri Side) (Trek)
Lamkhaga Pass Base Camp (Gangotri Side) to Kyarkoti (Trek)
Kyarkoti to Harsil (Trek) Harsil to Gangnani (Drive)
Keeping in mind the Lamkhaga pass trek difficulty, we urge trekkers to bring only what is absolutely necessary when it comes to packing efficiently so that you have the most flexibility and the least amount of weight. Packing unnecessary items may stress mules and porters and reduce the likelihood of successfully completing a challenging high-altitude trip like Lamkhaga pass trekking:
Medical Kit- Avomine motion sickness pills- Combiflam pills for pain management- Digene pills for indigestion or acidity- Diamox strip for severe alpine sickness- Dolo 650 pills for fever and minor discomfort or any injury- Packs of ORS to replace lost salts when hiking
By Air: The closest airport to Dehradun is Jolly Grant Airport which is 27 kilometers away from the city of Dehradun. There are flights from every state to Dehradun, and you may purchase tickets online.
By Train: Travel from Delhi to Dehradun via night train. Nanda Devi Express to Dehradun (Train No 12206 Departure from Delhi at 11:30 PM Arrive at Dehradun at 5:45 AMDehradun Express to Dehradun (Train No 12687 Departure from Delhi at 9:10 PM Arrive at Dehradun at 5:00 AM
By Road: Buses departing from (Delhi) Kashmiri Gate ISBT will take you to Dehradun from Delhi.
Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh - Harshil - Kayarkoti - Lamkhaga base camp - Lamkhaga pass - Gundar - Dumti - Rani Kanda - Chitkul - Sangla - Shimla - Chandigarh - Delhi
How difficult is the Lamkhaga pass?
The Lamkhaga pass trekking continues to be somewhat challenging so that those who enjoy hiking can get the most out of it. Beginners may find the trek challenging because it takes about five days to complete and requires daily treks of seven to eight kilometers. Every novice must also have a basic understanding of trekking to ensure that they complete the entire trek.
What is the Best Time to do Lamkhaga pass Trek?
The best season to do Lamkhaga pass trekking, which is a high-altitude pass trek, is in the summer (May-June) or the post-monsoon season in September when the weather is most stable and the views are clear.
What is the highest altitude of Lamkhaga pass Trek?
The highest altitude of Lamkhaga Pass Trek is 17,320 feet which takes you through a vast area of Jalandhari Gad and Baspa Glacier snowfields.
Is it possible to trek Lamkhaga Pass solo
No. It is not possible to trek Lamkhaga Pass solo as it is the toughest and most challenging trek of the Himalayan range. We advise taking a guide who can aid you with the paths.
Where is Lamkhaga pass located?
Lamkhaga is a high mountain pass that connects the northeastern Garhwal region to Kinnaur, and it is situated at an elevation of 17320 feet on the Indo-China border. It is difficult to get to the pass; one must navigate across rocky moraines, and treacherous glaciers, and even get authorization from the border police.
Can I do the Lamkhaga pass in May?
From the third or fourth week of May to the month of September, you can go on a trip to the Lamkhaga Pass. Trekkers are welcomed by flowering pink rhododendron flowers in Jalandhari Gad and Kyarkoti valley of Harsil during the spring (late April and May months), which is a magical experience that should be included in the bucket list.