Kasol to Chalal Trek
Check into your campsite in Kasol, near River Parvati, on the first day of your 4 days and 3 nights Tosh to Kheerganga trek.
Unwind while soaking in the immortal beauty of the imposing mountains and towering trees.
Set off on your Chalal trek and explore the Hebrew cafes and gift shops to get a sense of the city's vibrant hippie culture.
After a two-hour walk through the dense conifer forest, you will reach the charming village of Chalal.
Explore the vibrancy of the quaint town, then come back to the campsite in the evening to your tent for the night.
Kasol to Kheerganga
Enjoy a beautiful sunrise, eat a filling breakfast, and then get ready to embark on an exciting trek to 9700-feet Kheerganga.
Start your Kheerganga trekking adventure with a beautiful one-hour drive (at your own expense) from Kasol to Barshaini village.
Begin your 5- to 6-hour trekking journey along the 7-kilometre route.
Enjoy the stunning views of the Parvati River, the famous Rudra Nag Waterfalls, and the lush surroundings throughout.
Check in your camp once you've reached the top and take a dip in Parvati Kund's hot springs to wash the day's exhausting hike away.
Enjoy a delicious dinner and a restful night in your cosy tent.
Kheerganga to Tosh
Get up early in the morning to take in the sunrise and the misty mountain view.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast to fuel yourself for your trekking expedition from Kheerganga to Tosh.
Return to Vashisth, the place where your next trek through the Tosh Valley will begin.
Follow the ferocious Tosh River as it bursts through dense pine forests until you arrive at stunning springs and enormous rocks.
Feel refreshed with the stunning views of the lovely surroundings at the summit of the Tosh trek.
Enjoy your delicious dinner and unwind in your cosy tent for a peaceful night.
Tosh to Chahal
Enjoy the picturesque atmosphere on your final day as the bird songs and rising sun amaze you in the morning.
Take some time to unwind and admire the beauty around you.
Relish your breakfast, pack your bags, and get ready to head to Kasol.
On your way back on the Kheerganga and Tosh trek, take in the lovely scenery.
You will arrive in Kasol by 12 pm, then say bye to the enchanted region of the Himalayas and leave the place with cherishable memories.
Backpack (40–60 litres): A sturdy backpack with a rain cover, and strong straps
Balaclavas/Woollen Scarves: To ward against the night weather
Cutlery: A coffee mug, spoon, and a lunch box
Daypack (20 litres): To offload your backpack.
Headlamp/LED torch: Mandatory for the trek
Plastic covers: To compartmentalise items and store wet clothes
Socks: Two pairs of trekking socks and a pair of woollen socks for the evening
Sun Hat and Sunglasses: To protect yourself from the harsh UV sun rays.
Synthetic Hand Gloves: Avoid woollen gloves as they may get wet, carry fleece gloves to wear as the inner layer below the synthetic gloves.
Thermals and Warm clothes: Thermals as it gets chilly at the summit at night and two sweaters and a padded jacket to keep yourself warm during trekking.
Toiletries: Sunscreen, moisturiser, lip balm, light towel, toilet paper, toothpaste, toothbrush, hand sanitiser.
Trekking Footwear: To give good ankle support and grip at long and incline stretches.
Trekking Pants: Three trek pants (including one pair of tights to wear under trek pants in case of chilly weather)
Trekking pole: To navigate the steep sections
T-shirts: Three lightweight, long-sleeved collared t-shirts to shield your arms and neck from the sun
Water bottles: Two 1 litre each
Ziplocks: To take back trash and soiled sanitary napkins with you and discard them properly.
Analgesic Spray (Moov)
Antiseptic Powder
Antiseptic Liquid
Band-Aids
Crepe Bandage
Cotton Roll & Bandage
Knee Cap
Medical Tape (1-Inch)
Micropore Tape
ORS (6 Packs)
Scissors
Tablets for acidity (Omez/Ranitidine, Digene), motion sickness (Avomine), mild pain relief (Combiflam), AMS (Diamox), fever (Crocin), diarrhoea (Norflox TZ & Lomofen), allergies (Avil 25mg)
By Air: Bhuntar Airport, located in the Kullu district, is 31 kilometres from Kasol and is connected with regular flights from Delhi. The journey from the Bhuntar airport to Kasol in a taxi or cab takes about an hour.
By Road: From Delhi, you can take a private bus to Bhuntar, where you can take a taxi or cab to Kasol, or you can take your own car out for a beautiful drive.
By Train: Joginder Nagar, located 144 kilometres from Kasol, is the closest railway station. From Joginder Nagar station, you can travel to Kasol by taxi or bus, which takes 4.5 to 5 hours.
Route 1: Kasol to Kheerganga to Tosh, then back to Kasol
Kasol to Chalal trek, Distance: 3.4 km, Time Taken: 2 hours
Kasol to Barshaini by coach, Distance: 15 km, Time Taken: 1 hour
Barshaini to Nakthan Village to Kheerganga Trek, Distance: 6.5 km, Time Taken: 5 to 6 hours
Kheerganga to Tosh Trek, Distance: 5.5 km, Time Taken: 4 to 5 hours
Tosh to Kasol by coach, Distance: 21 km, Time Taken: 1 hour
Total distance: 55 km approx.
Total Time: 3 nights and 4 days
Route 2: Another route is through Kalga village, which is longer than Nakthan Village route but has an easier ascent. Kalga Village is a short walk from the Barshanini Bridge. After around two hours of hiking through forests and grasslands, you will reach the Parvati River bridge and join the Nakthan trail.
You must keep in mind a few important tips to have a stress-free and memorable Tosh to Kheerganga trek, such as carrying important documents, having first aid supplies on hand, packing minimally, and timing your journey. Despite being a route for easy to moderate hiking, this trek also requires you to-
Be mentally and physically prepared before the trek.
Keep yourself hydrated throughout by sipping a little water.
Wear comfortable hiking shoes for additional ankle support and traction.
Bring extra layers, a lightweight fleece jacket, and a rain cover for unexpected weather.
Carry extra plastic bags to store your wet clothes and bring the trash back with you.
Keep first aid supplies on hand, including all the necessary medications.
Enquire about the weather and the conditions of the roads before starting the hike.
Take some light snacks and sugary treats with you to keep your blood sugar and energy levels up.
Where are Tosh and Kheerganga located?
Tosh and Kheerganga are situated in Himachal Pradesh's Parvati Valley, also referred to as Kullu Valley, at elevations of 7,800 feet and 9700 feet, respectively.
How difficult is the route from Tosh to Kheerganga trek?
The trek to Kheerganga from Tosh is a simple to moderate hike that even inexperienced hikers can complete with ease. The trek rewards your efforts by allowing you to take in the beauty of nature and refresh in hot springs.
What is the best time to do Tosh to Kheerganga trek?
The best time to trek to Kheerganga from Tosh is March through June because of the lush vegetation and clear blue skies. Additionally, it is the ideal time to go camping in the Himalayas.
What is the highest altitude reached during Tosh to Kheerganga trek?
The highest elevation reached on this trek is 13,051 feet, where you'll have the opportunity to soak in a hot spring while taking in stunning views.