Pin-Bhaba Pass Trek

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Experience one of the most dramatic crossover treks as you walk from the lush Bhabha Valley into the stark mountains of Spiti

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Highlights

The Pin-Bhaba trek is one of the most spectacular treks for the short duration that it can be done in

One of the most dramatic crossover treks in Himachal Pradesh, the scenery changes every day! Experience the best of two worlds – the lush forests and meadows of Bhaba Valley and the kaleidoscope of colors in the cold deserts of Pin Valley. 

  • Treks through lush coniferous forests and stunning alpine meadows
  • The incredible Bhaba Pass at 16016 ft where we leave the lush green of the Himalayas to enter the cold desert landscapes of the Pin Valley. The contrast is as sudden and spectacular as it can get! 
  • Walk into the brown, pink, and purple colors of Pin Valley till we reach the village of Mudh.
Route

Kafnu – Mulling – Kara – Phustirang – Pin Bhabha Pass – Mangrungse – Mudh

Day 1Kafnu to Mulling
Day 2Mulling to Karah
Day 3Kara to Phustirang
Day 4Phustirang – Pin Bhabha Pass - Mangrungse
Day 5Mangrungse to Mudh

Camping

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5 to 6 Hrs

11 kms

3242 m/ 10637 ft

Lunch & Dinner


Day 1Kafnu to Mulling

The Bhaba Hydro Project at Kafnu – India’s first underground dam
A beautiful day as we walk along the crystal waters of the Bhaba river on one side and enchanting coniferous forests on the other

Camping

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5 to 6 Hrs

6 kms

3552 m/ 11653 ft

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Day 2Mulling to Karah

A subterranean river – keep pace to the sounds of a river you can’t see!
Stunning meadows and a waterfall enroute
Steep ascent to the magical flowers and meadows of Kara, our campsite for the night

Camping

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4 - 5 hours

5 kms

4107 m/ 13474 ft

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Day 3Kara to Phustirang

Prepare for steep ascents and a day of exciting river crossings and humps. Tread with caution as the trail is primarily loose mud and stone
The Phustirang campsite and its magnificent river delta where we camp for the night
Incredible views of 3 mountain passes from camp – Nimish Khango, Tari Khango, and our next destination – Pin Bhabha

Camping

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8 to 10 hours

11 kms

4168 m/ 13674ft

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Day 4Phustirang – Pin Bhabha Pass - Mangrungse

An exciting day as we traverse the magnificent mountain passes that connect the Pin and Bhabha valleys. Brace yourself for steep ascents and descents all day
Dramatic shifts in landscape from the lush green of Bhabha to the stark and stunning desert mountains of Pin Valley
Tread with care and descend slowly since the path is one of glacier, scree, and moraine

Homestay/ Guesthouse

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7 to 8 hours

16 kms

3744 m / 12283 ft

Breakfast & Lunch


Day 5Mangrungse to Mudh

A relatively easy day with no steep descents or ascents. Take in the surreal beauty of the dark mountains and the pink, purple, and brown hues of Pin Valley
Navigate trails of red stones and soil
We keep walking along flat terrain until we spot the quaint Mudh village from a 5 km distance
Cross the Pin River via a suspension bridge adorned with Buddhist prayer flags and walk up to Mudh, where we end the trek

INCLUDES:
  • All accommodation Day 1 to Day 5 on a twin sharing basis
  • Meals Day 1 lunch to Day 5 lunch (lunches will be packed) 
  • Experienced Mountaineering Guide Day 1 to Day 5
  • Support staff, donkeys, trekking equipment (3 season tents +
  • sleeping bags) while trekking
  • Camping fees 
  • I Love Spiti Bottle
  • First aid kit
EXCLUDES:
  • Mineral water and beverages (other than those provided)
  • Tips & Insurance 
  • Expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances, road blocks  or medical emergencies
  • Transfers to start and from end of trek

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