Saru Lake with Chanshal Pass

6 Days   5 Nights

Tucked away in the remote Himalayan Region of Himachal Pradesh Lies the Beautiful Pubber Valley which becomes the gateway to some amazing Himalayan Treks of Buran Ghati, Rupin Pass & Chander Nahan Lakes. Here a comparatively easier and less travelled trek of Chanshal Pass with a Beautiful Alpine Lake Saru Tal is a delight for trekkers novice and experienced alike. The Chanshal Pass is also the only road connectivity to the remote village of Dodra & Kawar which remains disconnected from rest of the Himachal for almost 6 Months a year. The view from the pass includes the entire Yumnotri Massif with famous peaks of Swargarohini, Black Peak & Bandar Poonch. This trek is a unique short trek for a quick getaway in the mountains.

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1: Shimla to Mandli
We assemble at a predesignated point on the day of departure and board our transport* towards Rohru region of Himachal Pradesh. The drive takes you from Shimla towards the erstwhile region of Kotkhai, Jubbal, Hatkoti and Rohru some 10 Km ahead of Rohru we stay at our campsite net to Pubbber River. Have tea & Snacks upon arrival followed by Dinner. Post Dinner Briefing regarding the trek and Overnight at Mandli Camp Site. (*Transport from Shimla to Mandli is on Sharing Basis, You can manage on your own or we can arrange a vehicle for you. Cost per vehicle is ₹6500/- One Way which will be Bourne by all the members of the group. Upto 12 Pax can accommodate in the Jeep)

Meals: Evening Snack & Dinner

Day 2: Mandli Day for Adventure Activities
Wake up early in the morning after having tea we head out for a Jog to a nearby ground, we assemble there for an exercise routine and have some team building exercises. After about an hour we walk back to the camps and enjoy hot breakfast. Later we divide 2 Groups of The Participants and involve in some Adventure Activities like Rappelling & River Crossing both the activities will be conducted under the guidance of qualified instructors and experienced support staff. During the day Lunch is served followed by Evening Snacks & Dinner. Overnight at Mandli camps.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks & Dinner

Day 3: Mandli to Gumma Drive – Trek to Kharshyali
Post breakfast we start our journey towards Gumma. As Today is a short trek we start late and reach Gumma Bridge by early afternoon. We begin our climb from here passing through the village we cross a small meadow by the Govt. School to again enter the tree line. The Climb is steep and takes around 2 Hours to reach the Campsite. The Dense Devdar Forest is full of Himalayan Flora & Fauna with a wide variety of Birds singing along the way. Hot Lunch is served at the camp. Visit the Old Temple next to the campsite. The Belief is that this is Native of Hatkoti Mata the Local Deity. Beautiful temple has a small Pond next to it and has its own folklore from the Time of Mahabharata. Explore the surroundings for sometime. Evening snacks are served with tea followed by dinner. Overnight at Kharshayali Campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks & Dinner

Day 4: Kharshyali to Chanshal Pass via Saru Tal
Today by far is the longest and most beautiful day of the trek the trail climbs gently through the forest till we reach a link road. Following the road we again reach the forest canopy from here the trail climbs steeply in the forest. A Beautiful forest of Devdar changes to Fir Pine to Maple to Golden Oaks and Silver Birch which leads to a beautiful section of Dwarf Rhododendrons once we pass through this section we come upon a vast flat meadow with a beautiful views of Chander Nahan Region and Peaks of Baspa Range can be seen from here on one side and lower Hills of Uttrakhand Can be seen on the other side. Another Steep Ascent from here takes you to beautiful Saru Tal which lies in a Natural Bowl Shaped Meadow. We spend sometime at the lake before heading out towards Chanshal Pass. The Climb from here gradual with small steep sections along the way. The Entire trails is on the sides of this vast endless meadow. About 2 Hours Later we reach the Chanshal Pass Zero Point with Panoramic View of Greater Himalayas including the Peaks from Baspa Range and Yumnotri Massif consisting of Swargarohini, Black Peak, Bandar Poonch, Gangotri I & II after spending sometime here we walk along the road for another 2 Kms to reach the campsite just below the road. Enjoy Hot Snacks with tea followed by dinner. Overnight at Chanshal Camp Site

Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Evening Snacks & Dinner

Day 5: Chanshal to Larot Trek Drive back to Mandli
Today marks the last day of the trek. We have a leisurely start today. As it’s a 2 Hour Descent. Post Breakfast we savour the view one last time before climbing down the Dense Forest Canopy. We keep Crossing the Road again and Again before reaching Larot. Here we board our Vehicles and drive back to Mandli Campsite. Upon Arrival Enjoy Hot Lunch. Rest of the evening is at Leisure. Post Dinner Overnight at Mandli Campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,Evening Snacks & Dinner

Day 6: Mandli to Shimla
On the last day of this epic Adventure we wake up at the camps for one last time have breakfast and check out from the camps. Board your transport* and head back towards Shimla. On the way Visit Hatkoti Mata Temple. Reach Shimla by Evening. Trip ends with a drop at Shimla (*Transport from Mandli to Shimla is on Sharing Basis, You can manage on your own or we can arrange a vehicle for you. Cost per vehicle is ₹6500/- One Way which will be Bourne by all the members of the group. Upto 12 Pax can accommodate in the Jeep)

Meals: Breakfast