Hampta Pass and Chandratal Trek

Hampta Pass is one of the most beautiful treks. The change in landscape and terrain is beyond beautiful. Hampta Pass Trek- At 14,000 feet Hampta Pass in Himachal Pradesh falls under those rare, dramatic pass crossings in the Himalayas. On one side is the lush green valley of Kullu - with forests, grasslands, and flowers blooming on the side of your trail. On the other is the almost arid, stark landscape of Lahaul, with barren mountains and almost no vegetation.
Hampta Pass trek is considered to be the most convenient and do able treks of Himachal Pradesh. Starting from Manali Valley this trek offers different varieties of landscapes ranging from lush green valleys, beautiful flowers, open pastures, meadows, glacial valleys and finally an exciting climb to the pass. This pass connects the Manali valley to Spiti Valley.
The trail is of easy to moderate grade and hence is suitable for all type of trekkers. This trek offers a complete change of landscape right from green valleys of Manali to rocky valley of Spiti with a glimpse of snow clad peaks and glaciers on the way to the pass. The locals believe this pass as the gateway to heaven.
The changing landscapes is the main feature of this trek; from lush green meadows, barren land, forest, rivers, big boulders, hanging glaciers, flower rich land, view of the high Himalayan peaks. Those who dare to take challenge can go a step further and trek up to the Chandratal lake. Chandratal lake is another level beauty in the Spiti region. The beauty of the region can not be expressed in words you can only feel it when you are present there at the moment.
Itinerary
Day-1: Manali To Chika Via Jobra | Walk Through Forest Cover
Day-2: Chika To Balu Ka Ghera | Stay At A Beautiful Campsite
Day-3: Balu Ka Ghera To Shea Goru | Panoramic Mountain Views
Day-4: Shea Goru To Chatru And Drive To Chandratal | Bask In the Serenity Of The Lake
Day-5: Chatru To Manali | Bid Adieu To The Mountains
Chandratal Lake, it means the lake of the moon, due to its unique crescent shape. It sits at an altitude of around 4,250m near the source of the Chandra River, making it one of the highest lakes in India.
With a circumference of about 5km, the lake sits at the base of snow-capped mountains tucked away from the Manali-Kaza Road in Himachal Pradesh state. Considered to be a sacred lake, with roaming wild Himalayan animals around, the closest accommodation is a few kilometres back in glamping tents.
Despite the rugged and inhospitable surroundings, it is in a protected niche with some flowers and wildlife in summer. It is a favourite spot for tourists and high-altitude trekkers. It is usually associated with Spiti, although geographically it lies in the watershed of the Chandra River of Lahaul. Kunzum La separates Lahaul and Spiti valleys.