Triund trek

INTRODUCTION:

Triund is the crown jewel of dharamshala , situated in the laps of dhauladhar mountains, it has the perfect view of the dhauladhar mountains on one side and kangra valley on the other. Triund is a very popular trekking spot . Triund attracts a lot of tourist every year from India and all over the world .   

Triund  trek can be described as a tranquil trek which can be easily accomplished by almost all age groups . Triund has an unambiguous byway which goes through a beautiful mixed forest of oak, deodar and rhododendron . Trek is fairly easy for the first five kilometers but the last one kilometer may require a bit of toil , the last one kilometer is popularly know as the “22 curves” as it has 22 tiring  curves before you finally reach Triund. Along the way there are many small  chai shops where one can refresh during the hike. The traipse is worth it as the panorama when you reach triund is awe-inspiring and exhilarating .Triund is come-at-able for most part of the year except for when the byway to triund is cut off by heavy snowfall in the months of  January and February . Trip to triund can be planed diversely.

DETAILS:

The Triund trek is rather an easy and short trek. Triund is at the foot of the Dhauladhar range. The trail follows the route taken by the shepherds of Kangra and Chamba. The trek trail also passes through Dharamkot. This trail also enchants you with its beautiful sceneries.

The path is well laid and you will not need a guide to get to the destination. Along the route you will be able to view the Hanuman ka Tibba peak, which is the highest point of the Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas. You may also come across mountain goats on your way! The terrain may not seem as lush as the other trails in Himachal trekking, but the greenery is more calm and soothing.

Best Season: August - October
Max. Elevation: 2975m
Duration of the Trek: 4 days

HOW TO REACH TRIUND:

The starting point of triund trek is galu , however there are many options  to reach galu. Either you can hire a taxi from Mcleod Ganj till galu or you can start the trek right from Mcleod Ganj . Trek can also be started from Bhagsu Nag . From galu there is an unambiguous byway which goes through a beautiful forest of oak, deodar and rhododendron. Although it is best if you can hike all the way but if you can not hike all the way then you can hire a horse /pony and enjoy the ride .

BEST TIME FOR TREK:

Triund is come-at-able for most part of the year except for when the byway to triund is cut off by  heavy snowfall in the months of  january and february . The best time for trekking is from March till May in first part of the year and September till December in the second half of the year. Though it is rainy in June and July but still trekking is possible ,the meadow is lush green presenting out of this world vista

ITINERARY FOR TRIUND TREK:

Trek Duration : 2 Days 1Nights

Destinations Covered during Triund Trek : Mcleodganj, Dharamkot, Triund

Cost per Person: Rs 4000 + 3.6% service tax per person (minimum 3 trekkers) 

(Ex Dharamshala)

Cost per Person: Rs 3500 + 3.6% service tax per person (minimum 3 trekkers) 

(Ex Dharamshala)

ESSENTIALS:

Accommodation during Trek(Camping)

Meals while on trek(Veg)

Permits

First aid medical kits

Qualified and experienced Trek Guide and support staff.

Triund Trek Itinerary Detail

Triund    (Triund Trek)           DAY 1

Arrive at Mcleodganj

Trek till Dharamkot or take an Auto-rickshaw, Dharamkot to Mcleodganj is a km. Start your trek from Dharamkot, the triund peak is 7kms from here. Follow this lush green trail reaching out to Triund with an unpopulated sky. Along the trail of Triund Trek you will find some of the unique cafes like The Shivcafe and Magic Café.

Triund is situated at an altitude of 2827m. We will reach the peak till evening. Explore the region. An overnight stay in tents awaits you at Triund.

Mcleodganj (TRIUND TREK)       DAY 2

TREK FROM Triund TO Mcleodganj

After a good session of morning exercise followed by a heavy breakfast, we trek back to Dharamkot via Bhagsunag getting a glimpse of Bhagsu waterfall through the well laid trekking trail.

Baralacha Chandertal Trek

Introduction:    

The Chandratal-Baralacha Trek takes the trekkers all over the majestic Himalayas to explore the cold and dry mountain desert of Spiti and Lahaul Valley while passing across Bara Shigri Glacier, the biggest glacier in Himachal Pradesh. The route further takes us through the beautiful Chandratal Lake at an altitude of 4270 meters. Chandratal, which means the Lake of Moon, is shaped like a half moon and is set on a large meadow of edelweiss within a lower ridge and the main Kunzum range. The trek to Chandratal, the “Moon Lake" is almost like going to the moon and the region brings the feeling as if the explorer has been to a new place for the very first time. And the most eligible reason for such feeling is that the landscape and the environment of the whole region keep on changing with every sighting much better than before. And once you are at the lake the world just stands still and the trekkers faint into another world.  The lake truly magnetizes anyone and a glorious trek to this region is moderately difficult type and brings an opportunity to ascent across an altitude of 4800 m without much difficulty. 
The Chandratal- Baralacha trek ends on top of the Baralacha Pass (4830 m), which marks the highest point of the trek. From there, the tourists can go back by jeep and can have a stopover in Keylong (optional). This is a perfect trek during monsoon time, since there is no rain in this fascinating valley.

DETAILS:

Chandertal is at an altitude of 4270 metres and lies between the main Kunzum ridge and low ridge. The lake is believed to be the source of the river Chandra and is also called the 'Moon Lake'.

The trek from Baralacha to Chandertal is comparatively an easier trek and the beautiful vistas that open up as you gain altitude present such magnificent views of the lake bounding with turquoise blue and crystal clear waters that you have an out-of-the-world feeling.

The lake at Chandertal is surrounded by the majestic Chandrabhaga and Mulkila massifs and provides for a serene and sublime atmosphere. This trek, being a relatively easier one, allows you to ascend to a height of 4,800 metres without much hardship.

Best Season: April - October
Max. Elevation: 4890m
Duration of the Trek: 4 days

CLIMATE:

 VERY COLD DURING WINTERS , SOMETIMES IT DECREASES TO -20 DEGREE LEVEL
 Do not forget to take heavy woolen clothes, anytime it can become your essentiality.

ITINERARY:

Day 1   Arrive Delhi 
On arrival met our representative and then transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 2  Delhi - Manali 
In the morning half day sightseeing and in the evening drive to Manali by AC Volvo coach. 

Overnight journey.

Day 3   Manali 
Arrival at Manali by morning. On arrival transfer to hotel for relax. At leisure visit Hadimba Devi 

Temple, old Manali, Tibetan Monastery and the mall. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 4  Manali - Keylong 
Morning after breakfast drive to Keylong (115 kms/4 - 5 hrs approx) via Rohtang pass

 (3980 mts/13055 ft) for acclimatisation purpose. Go on short hikes around Keylong. Keylong is the 

capital town of Lahaul and has numerous cultivated fields bordered with willow and poplar trees, 

in-between the surrounding barren landscape. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 5   Keylong - Batal 
We will drive to Batal from Keylong in the morning. Arrive in Batal for lunch. We will go on an 

acclimatising hike from here. Return to the camp in the evening. Dinner & overnight stay in tents.

Day 6  Batal - Chandratal 
Today we will trek 18 kms to reach Chandratal and it will take us about 5-6 hrs, while on this trek we

 will get a nice view of the Lahaul range, peaks like Minar(6172 M), Talagiri(6279 M),

 Tara Pahar(6227 M) and Mulkila (6517 M). Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 7   Chandratal 
The day is for exploration the surroundings. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 8  Chandratal - Manali 
After breakfast drive for Manali via Batal, Chatru and Rohtang Pass. Over night stay at Manali.

Day 9   Manali - Delhi 
The day at leisure. In the evening drive to Delhi by AC Volvo coach. Overnight journey.

Day 10  Delhi 
Arrival at Delhi by morning. On arrival transfer to hotel for relax. In the evening drive to international 

airport to catch onwards flight Trip ends here...