Hampta Pass and Chandratal Lake Trek
Manali to Lahaul, Himachal Pradesh
Grade
Easy to Moderate
No of Days
Maximum Altitude
4275m
Price
INR 11500/- Per Person Manali to Manali
Available Date
15th June to 20th June 2025
13th July to 18th July 2025
🌿 Hampta Pass Trek with Chandratal Lake – The Ultimate Himalayan Adventure for 2025! 🏔️✨
If you’re looking for an epic Himalayan trek that offers lush green valleys, thrilling river crossings, dramatic mountain passes, and the stunning Chandratal Lake, the Hampta Pass Trek is a must-do! This high-altitude crossover trek in Himachal Pradesh takes you from the verdant Kullu Valley to the barren yet mesmerizing landscapes of Lahaul-Spiti.
🏕️ Why Choose Hampta Pass Trek?
✔️ Dramatic Landscape Transitions: The trek starts at Jobra Nalla, passing through dense forests of birch, oak, cedar, and maple, leading into lush green meadows and finally reaching the rocky, glacial moraines and arid desert landscapes of Lahaul-Spiti. 🌲🌿🏔️
✔️ Altitude & Thrill Factor: Reaching a maximum elevation of 14,100 ft, trekkers witness the stunning Indrasan, Deo Tibba, and Indrakila peaks while navigating both gentle ascents and steep descents.
✔️ Adrenaline-Pumping River Crossings: Experience icy cold glacial stream crossings, making the trek one of the most thrilling Himalayan adventures. 🌊
✔️ Chandratal Lake – The Perfect Grand Finale: This breathtaking high-altitude lake, situated at 4,250m, is famous for its turquoise-blue waters, vibrant prayer flags, and surreal reflections of the surrounding mountains. The name Chandratal (meaning "Moon Lake") comes from its crescent-shaped form. The moment you stand by this pristine alpine lake, all exhaustion vanishes, leaving you in awe of nature’s beauty. 🏞️✨
🌼 Best Time for Hampta Pass
📅 June to mid-October is the best season for the Hampta Pass Trek.
🔹 June – Early July: Best for snow-covered trails & frozen streams.
🔹 July – September (Monsoon Season): Lush green meadows, blooming wildflowers, and stunning views—the best time for photographers! 📸🌺
🔹 September – October: Clear skies, golden autumn landscapes, and crisp mountain air—ideal for trekking in perfect weather conditions.
🎒 Who Can Do the Hampta Pass Trek?
✅ Beginner-Friendly: One of the best treks for beginners in India!
✅ Adventure Enthusiasts: Perfect for thrill-seekers who love river crossings, high passes, and dramatic landscapes.
✅ Nature Lovers & Photographers: The varied terrains, meadows, glaciers, and Chandratal Lake make this trek a paradise for nature enthusiasts.
Itinerary
Day 01
Day 02
Day 03
Day 04
Day 05
Day 06
Reporting at Manali, the reporting place and hotel will be informed prior to the group. On arrival in Manali, briefing and registration to be completed by every trekkers and participants. Spend your leisure day in Manali. Overnight stay at Hotel/Homestay.
After morning breakfast drive to Jobra Nallah, then trek to Chikka, which is approximately 4KMs. The trail is mostly gradual ascent through small meadows and forest and Hampta Nallah on the side of the trails. Trail runs through deodar trees, wild roses, irises and chestnut Overnight stay at camp.
After early morning breakfast trek to Balu Ka Ghera(3727M), which is approximately 7KMs. The trail is mostly gradual ascent through small boulder zones, meadows and forest. Trail runs through deodar trees, wild roses, irises and chestnut Overnight stay at camp.
After morning breakfast,trek to Shea Goru ,altitude 3,860m. via Hampta Pass(4275 M) of distance 8km, this is the longest day of the entire trek, the trail is Moderate to gradual ascent and descent.An hour of gradual ascent after which the trail becomes steep uphill till the pass, interspersed with short descend, 2 hours of steep descent from the pass, easing off into a flat walk. One witnesses the amazing view of the high mountains and meadows and one starts to spot Indrasan, Deo Tibba, Hanuman Tibba, Indrakila. Overnight stay in camp.
After morning breakfast, trek to Chattru, which is at an altitude of 3,272m. of distance 7 km. The trail is of moderate of 3 hours of walking on moraine and loose rocks on gentle inclines, followed by a descent across couple of glacial flows. After reaching Chattru drive to Chandrataal Lake, and loose yourself in the magical essence of serenity and beauty. The Lake adds an immense magical flavour to the entire trek.
Visit Chandrataal and return to Chhatru camp.
After morning breakfast drive to Manali via Rohtang Pass. Expect to reach Manali by 1-2PM, we will leave you to Manali bus stand, our journey ends here, take only memories leave only footprints.
(**Visit to Chandratal lake can be done on this day depends upon the weather condition**)(One can stay in Manali at his/her own cost, or can make further travel plans)
"What included"
First Day stay in Manali (one night)
Transportation from Manali to Manali
Cost of Fooding while on trek (Morning and evening Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner- meals will be provided. Breakfast-Roti, Sabji/Maggi, etc., Lunch/Dinner-Rice/Roti, Sabji, Dal, Achar, etc.).(Day 1:- Dinner to Day 6:- Breakfast)
Technical Camping equipments:- Tents(sharing basis), Sleeping Bag, Mattress, Utensils, Microspikes, Technical climbing equipments
Guide,Support staff,cook, Supporting crew.
Cost of Permit fees.
"What not included"
Cost of Personal expenses.
Cost of emergency due to bad weather conditions.
Cost of personal porter for offloading
Meals during transit i.e. meals while on road or travelling will not be provided. No meals will be provided in Last day (Day 6)
Anything which is not mentioned in the inclusion.
Booking Policy:
To book your trek, you need to pay 30% of the trek fees as advance. Rest 70% to be paid in cash when you reach the basecamp, to be collected by the team leader.
One can pay the amount online(Net Banking, GPay, UPI ID).
Details to be shared on request.
Cancellation Policy:
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30 days before the trek date, full refund of the paid amount
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15 days before the trek date, 50% refund of the paid amount.
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Cancellation less than 15days to the start date of the trek, no refund possible
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In case Himalayan Passion cancels the trek or trip, full refund will be paid.
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One has option to send another person on their behalf.
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One has option to adjust the paid amount on any other trek, if a person cannot join the trek he/she paid for.