Peakends on Weekends Travel

Day : 1 Manali (1950m), Drive Jobri (2800m) 1 hr, Trek Chikka (3100m), 3-4 hrs
Setting off from Manali we drive to Jobri (2800m). An early departure from Manali, we drive 3 km south of Manali on the left bank of Beas River to Prini village. Continue to drive through the Prini to Hamta and Sethan village. Sethan village is a small settlement of early horsemen known as Khampas of Tibetan origin. En suite road goes through alpine forest to the Panduropa (2700m), Panduropa is known for the small paddy field – where Pandavas of Mahabharata during their exile, spent a part of the time in this region and said to be cultivated crops at Panduropa. Continue until reaching Jobri.
Our starting point of the trek. Leaving Jobri at the first crossing of the bridge on Jobri nallah.
Beginning to trek from here the trail passes through the thick forest of Deodar, Oak, walnut, and Birch tree to Chikka, which has beautiful meadows. Soon along the left bank for few minutes than along the right bank of Hamta nallah to Chikka. (3100m). Around Chikka some fantastic views of the Rocky Mountains.

Day 2 : Trek Jwara 3450m – Balu Ghera 3600m, 6 hrs.
After crossing the second bridge we climb gently to Jwara for 2 hrs along the right banks of Hamta nallah. We will pass beneath the waterfall. The next adventure is going to be a stream crossing just before Jwara. Beautiful meadows at Jwara. From Jwara trail gently climbs to Balu ka Gera. From where we will have the first view of Hamta pass. It’s a beautiful campsite close to crystal clear water. Be aware of bears in this area by early-season trek and late-season trek. The area itself is known for Bears Den.
A gradual climb begins after Bhalu ka Gera. Balu ka Gera is known for wildflowers, rocks, and caves. From where we will have the first view of our next day crossing of Hamta pass. It’s a beautiful campsite close to crystal clear water.

Day 3 : Trek Hamta Pass (4268m) – Shea Goru (3900m) 7-8 Hrs
An early departure from camp, as there is a long walk today and crossing of Hamta pass. The gradual climb begins soon after leaving Balu Ghera. It may take three to four hours to reach the Hamta pass. From Hamta pass fantastic view of Deo Tibba (6001m) and Indrasan peak (6220m). After crossing the Hamta pass steep descent to Shea goru plains for overnight camp. Crossing Hamta pass the landscape changes dramatically from lush green to barren semi-desert of Lahaul. This pass is located on the easternmost part of the Pir Panjal range.

Day 4 : Shea Goru to Chatru (3320m), trek 5-6 hrs. Chatru – Manali, 63 km drive 3 hours.
Today we cross-stream near the camp and follow the right bank until it joins with the Chandra River. Soon after crossing the stream relatively easy descent to Chandra valley floor. We pass beneath the huge rocky mountain and the trail goes through moraines and boulders. Arriving at the valley floor and crossing the stream by bridge, easy trail along the Chandra River until reaching Chatru, back to Manali.