Pin Bhaba Pass Trek
Himachal Pradesh
8 Days
Max Altitude
16,100 FT
Grade
Moderate
Duration
8 Days
Trekking KM.
51 KM
| Suitable for: | 10+ years |
| Experience: | First timer can apply, previous trekking experience is more appreciated. |
| Fitness: | cover 5 km of distance in 30 minutes without a stress. |
19,800 /Person
- +5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Shimla to Manali | included transport
- Rs 16,300 Trek Cost & Rs 3,500 Transportation (All included in the cost)
Overview
Trek Info
- Trail Type A cross over trail through passes.
- Rail Head Kalka is the nearest railhead to Shimla
- AirportJubbarhatti airport, which is 22 km away from Shimla
- Base CampKafnu
- Best Season
- Monsoon Treks (Jul - Aug)
- Autumn Treks (Sep - Mid Nov)
- SnowBest Season: Jun to October
- Services fromShimla to Manali | Included Transport
- MealsMeals while on trek & at Kafnu guesthouse (Veg & Eggs)
- StayCamping (Twin sharing) & Hotel/Guesthouse
- Region - Himachal Pradesh
- Duration - 8 Days
- Grade - Moderate
- Max Altitude - 16100 Ft.
- Approx Trekking Km - 51 Kms.
Why Pin Bhaba Is A Must-Do Trek?
We always keep hearing about the Pin Bhabha Pass as a comparison to the Pin Parvati Pass Trek. In reality, they are extremely different treks. Though they have only Pin Valley in common. Pin Bhabha Pass is the confluence of the Pin and Bhabha valleys. That also means it is the perfect mixture of Himalayan greenery and aridness.
The Bhabha side of the trek is a cruise to livelihood. It is filled with dense alpine forests of Pine, Oak, and Silver Birch. The beginning of the trek is through long dense trees alongside the Bhabha River. Very rarely is there long trudging through pine forests. Slowly as you gain height huge grasslands flourished with vibrant blossoms come into the picture. Most of the campsites are on pastures with the Bhabha River and lakes beside the tents. Kara grasslands are the most popular amongst shepherds. Goats, horses, etc. can be seen in abundance here.
The more you rise above, gradually the vegetation is lost to scree, snow, and moraines. The path to the Pin Bhabha Pass will test endurance just like any other pass trek. But the moment you reach the Pass, it is a complete contradiction to the sights seen until now. Suddenly the brown, yellow, and red mountains pop up while entering Pin Valley. This marks the start of Spiti. This turning of scenery is awesome and remains in my memories forever.
The Spiti is astoundingly astonishing and mindblowing. One will be amazed by nature. And the surprises don’t stop even after you reach Kaza. One last element of the trek is the Rohtangs pass on the road toward Manali.
About The Trek
The Pin Bhaba Pass Trek is a passage between two distinct Himalayan worlds. The green and lively Bhaba Valley gives way to the arid and resilient Pin Valley in this wonderful trek. The trek starts from the village of Kafnu near Shimla and on the first day, we will pick you up from the Old Shimla bus stand and drive to Kafnu, your base for the Pin Bhaba Pass Trek. From Kafnu, the next day it is a trek to Mulling, en route you will get to spot the Bhaba Hydro Project, India’s first underground dam.
From Mulling its a steady ascent to Kara with waterfalls, rivers, and meadows on the way. From Kara, it’s a comparatively short trek to Pushtirang, and after crossing the Bhaba River, you will begin to see a gradual change in scenery as you head toward the Pin Bhaba Pass. From here, you can see great Himalayan Peaks like Nimish Khango, Hansbeshan Peak, Tari Khango, and Pin Bhaba Pass. From Pushtirang, we will trek to Mangrungse via the Bhaba Pass. It’s a steep ascent to the pass followed by a steep descent for some time and gradual descent to the Mangrungse Campsite.
From Mangrungse we will head to Kaza in Spiti Valley, you can breathe in the beautiful sceneries of Spiti. The raw and resilient side of the Himalayas is a different experience altogether. After spending a day acclimatizing at Kaza (acclimatization only if needed), we will return to Manali.
What Can You Expect At The Trek
Pin Bhaba is a moderate to difficult trek with certain parts of the trek challenging your skills and endurance seriously. We usually recommend this trek for those who have had prior Himalayan trekking experience. Pin Bhaba is also one of those few treks that can be done in monsoon when the beauty of the Himalayas is all the more exquisite. If you are a monsoon person and also have a thirst for adventure, this is the right option for you.
While the climb to the pass may be extremely strenuous but from the pinnacle point, you can see two distinct scenery on both sides of the pass, a very surreal sight to behold. Starting from Kafnu in Kinnaur Valley and Mudh in Spiti Valley, you get to witness a multitude of diverse sceneries in 8 days.
As you travel from one side of the mountain to the other you will get to see a distinct difference in lifestyle, cultures, mode of livelihood, and architectural style as well. You will get to experience how communities and cultures are a product of their surroundings.
During June, the snow starts to melt near the Bhaba Valley giving way to an ample amount of green forests, Kara is especially beautiful during that time offering panoramic views of picturesque grasslands. If you plan to do the trek post-monsoon, that is during September, the clouds will be gone and the skies will be clear, giving clear views of the surroundings.
The trek is primarily a monsoon trek and you can do it anywhere between June to September. The weather in Pin Bhaba Pass fluctuates every day. From mid-May to June, Pin Bhaba is trek friendly. It is sunny during the day and cold at night and you can expect snow in summer too. During the monsoon, from July to August, its windy and cold as it drizzles during the day and it is extremely cold at night. Post-monsoon the sky is clear, it is a little sun during the day and at night the temperature is cold. In October there is extreme snowfall and cold. This is why the trek is closed after October.
Who can participate
- Age; 10 years.
- First timer can apply; previous trekking experience is more appreciated.
- The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 4 km of distance in 30 minutes without a stress.
- The climber should be able to carry a 10-15 kg backpack.
- Pulse rate at rest must be in between (60 to 90 beats per minute)
- Blood Pressure Reading must be in between (DIASTOLIC 75 – 85, SYSTOLIC 100 - 130 mm Hg)
- Respiratory rate at rest must be in between (12 to 20 breaths per minute)
- Should not have Liver and kidney issues
- Should not have Diabetes Mellitus, Bronchial Asthma, Epilepsy, Heart problems, Very High blood pressure etc
- No pacemaker implant
- People with the Sinus issues please contact to trek coordinator before booking the trek
- If your BMI is not normal, Please contact our Trek coordinator before Trek booking.
- Junior trekkers (below 15 years) should have a company of parent/guardian.
- Trekkers between 15 to 18 years can come solo with the disclaimer form signed by parent/guardian.
Health Awareness
Government Employees {SCL}
Government Employees can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave (SCL) when you join us for a trekking expedition. As per the rules of the Pay Commission, Special Casual Leave can be availed for up to 30 days in a calendar year for trekking/mountaineering expeditions through a registered organization. Trek The Himalayas is a registered adventure tour operator by Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) and Ministry Of Tourism (MOT)
Trekkers have to apply for leave at least 20 days before trek departure date.
Note
Itinerary
Day 1 : Shimla to Kafnu
• Altitude: Kafnu 2,400m/7,900ft.
• Distance: 200km, 7 hours Drive.
• Pick-up: Shimla Old Bus Stand at 6.30 am.
• Transportation is included in the cost.
• Breakfast and lunch excluded, dinner included.
• Attraction: Hydro electric power project on the Bhaba river.
• Keep fleece jacket handy while travelling to Kafnu.
• Stay in Guest house. .
Once you arrive at the famous Shimla, get ready to start a long journey to Kafnu. It is a serene village, remotely situated, almost 200km away from Shimla. The ride will be 7 hours long but the road comes with beauty and a joyride of turns and twists. Kafnu is a known village of Kinnaur due to the Hydroelectric project. There is good connectivity through buses from Rampur.
On the way, you can sight Indias first underground Hydroelectric project. A stunning blue lake is formed near the dam. The moment you get closer to the village you can find views of Bhabha Valley. Rest in your hotel for the night, because a wonderful trek is awaiting you.
Day 3 : Mulling to Kara
• Altitude: Kara 3,550m/11,700ft.
• Altitude difference: 300m/1000ft.
• Trek: 6km, 4-5 hours.
• Easy walk on rocky terrain, last 1km is steep ascent.
• Enough water sources available on the way.
• Camp near by the Lake.
• Hot lunch at campsite.
• Stay in tent.
Today will be a little shorter day compared to yesterday but will be filled with bigger surprises. The start will be with a gradual ascent and rocky route. Make your way through rocks for 1.5 km until you arrive at an amazing waterfall. There are huge meadows forming a different yet picturesque landscape.
The ascent continues for another 1.7km. You will be stunned as you arrive at this point because you will hear the sounds of the gushing river but see nothing. This is a natural phenomenon called the subterranean river, where the river flows underground. Take the most of this exceptional phenomenon. Now there will be a steep ascent for another 1.5 km.
There is a small stone bridge to cross a stream. After the steep ascent, you will be welcomed by another serene meadow. The grasslands have blossomed with vibrant flowers. Feel lucky to walk between these flowers for a kilometer, unless you reach your campsite.
The campsite is somewhat similar to the last days. However, there is a lake that boasts a reflection of the surrounding. You can find many Shepards with their cattle on Kara grassland. On open meadows, beside lake and grazing animals, sleep well in your tents.
Day 5 : Pushtirang to Mangrungse via Bhaba Pass
• Altitude: Mangrungse 4,150m/13,600ft, BhabaPass 4,900m/16,100ft.
• Altitude difference: 800m/2,600ft.
• Trek: 12km, 10-12 hours.
• Day is difficult and tiring.
• Continuous steep ascent till Pass, after Pass steep descent for 3km and then gradual descent till campsite.
• Limited water sources near by the pass.
• Start early in the morning.
• Pin River can be seen from the pass.
• Scenery will change, lush green to cold desert.
• Keep flotters/flipflop handy to cross the river.
• Packed lunch for the day.
• Stay in tent.
Finally, wake up with a lot of enthusiasm and energy. The most awaited day of treading to the pass is a few hours away. Today you will notice a drastic change in the views from vegetation to the cold desert of Spiti.
There will be a continuous steep ascent until the pass. Begin by walking on the loose scree. There will be a cold stream crossing followed by a steep climb up toward flat ground. Most of the people set up high camps here. Walk up the steep hill until you reach the pass. You can see that the pass is the lowest point between the mountains. The pass is a confluence of Pin and Bhabha Valley, hence the name.
If you look back towards the Bhabha side you can see the greenery from which you rose. And if you look at the Pin Valley side, you can find dry, beige mountains. You will soon enter the Spiti.
The descent is steep and risky. Be careful and take your time to climb down. The descent is for 2 km until the slope gets gradual. Again there will be a river and stream crossing. You will arrive at Mangrungse campsite after a 5 km walk. The campsite is next to Tiyaand the confluence of 3 rivers. You will notice the difference in the landscapes you saw in the previous days. The mountains are brown, red, and colorful. Spend your night in the majestic sights.
Day 8 : Kaza to Manali
• Distance: 200km, 9-11 hours.
• Leave early in the morning.
• Breakfast and lunch on the way (not included in the cost).
• You’ll reach Manali between 6:00pm and 7:00pm.
• Drop to Manali is included in the cost.
And the final day of the trek that takes you back to Manal. The journey will be long of 9-11 hours. But the views will be astounding. You will cross the famous Rohtang pass to reach Manali.
How To Reach
- Pick Up Place
- Drop Place
- Note
First of all everyone has to reach Shimla
Meeting Place : Shimla old bus stand, Time : 6:00 AM
After that TTH will take care of your further travel plan.
It is advisable to reach Shimla a day before to avoid any kind of delays.
Options to reach Shimla
1 Take an overnight bust to Shimla, and then take a cab to the pickup point.
We always recommend to go for the govt. Buses over the private ones outside the bus station as based on the experience we have found that there are very high chances of delay involved with private buses. Also, govt. Buses are always more reliable. Whichever bus you choose, just make sure to reach Shimla at least by 05:30 am positively.
2 Take a Train to Kalka and drive to Shimla, one can take the pleasure of toy train, if coming by Train then come one day early.
3 Take flight to Shimla airport (Jubbarhatti airport) (22 km, 50 min), if coming by flight then come one day early.
- TTH’s Tata Sumo, Tempo Traveller or similar vehicles will pick-up you.
- Pick-up is included in the cost of the trek.
- If you wish to upgrade the transport service, please contact the Trek Coordinator.
Trekkers will be dropped at Manali Gov Bus Stand by 05:00 PM, for onward journey from Manali it is advised to make arrangements after 08:00 PM.
Cost Terms
- Inclusions
- Exclusions
- Note
- Tour Fee
- Cancellation Policy
1. Accommodation: (as per the itinerary).
• Guest house in Kafnu on Day1 (twin/triple sharing basis).
• Guest house in Mudh/Kaza on Day 7.
• Camping during trek Day 2 to Day 6.
2. Meals (Veg + Egg):
• All meals Kafnu to Mudh
• Day 1 Dinner to Day 7 Dinner.
3. Trek equipments:
• Sleeping bag, Mattress, Utensils.
• Trekkers tent (twin sharing), Kitchen & Dinning tent, Toilet tent.
• Ropes, Ice axe, Micro spikes.
4. First aid:
• Medical kits.
• Stretcher.
• Oxygen cylinder.
5. Support:
• 1 Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader.
• Guide (Number of guides depend on the group size).
• 1 High Altitude chef.
• Support staff.
6. Transportation: (as per the itinerary)
• Shimla to Kafnu (Day 1).
• Kaza to Manali (Day 8).
7. All necessary permits and entry fees, Upto the amount charged for Indian nationals.
8. Porters and Mule to carry the central luggage.
9. Services from Shimla and return.
1. Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Insurance.
3. Food during the transit.
4. Any kind of emergency evacuation charge, hospitalization fee or etc.
5. Mule or porter to carry personal luggage.
6. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
Things can be provided on demand and availability (participant has to pay extra for these things)
1- Satellite phone/setphone - is a type of mobile phone that connects via radio links via satellites orbiting the Earth instead of terrestrial cell sites like cellphones. Therefore, they can operate in most geographic locations on the Earth's surface.
2- Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Bag) - is a unique, portable hyperbaric chamber for the treatment of acute mountain sickness (AMS), also known as altitude sickness.
3- AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) - are portable life-saving devices designed to treat people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, a medical condition in which the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly
Normally TTH expect to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.
Charges of offloading backpack:
INR 3,000/- if you make an online payment, 10 days in advance.
INR 3,300/- if you inform us after reaching Base Camp.
The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kg. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.
Special Offers
Make a single payment and trek the number of times you want.
If you book a trek with Trek The Himalayas and are unable to complete the same or you have successfully completed that trek and want to do it again, you can repeat it multiple times without paying the cost of the trek.
Terms and conditions
- This offer is a non-transferable.
- This offer is valid for Trek The Himalayas limited fixed departures.
- This offer is valid for 5 years from the date of booking.
- This offer is not valid if the participant has received a cash refund or voucher at the time of cancellation.
- Participants don’t have to pay for the trek cost but have to pay for the transport cost.
The fee can be paid by online transfer/Check deposit/Cash deposit/Demand draft. Instruction for
payment will be forwarded along with your confirmation email. When your transfer is done, please
e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can follow up your reservation efficiently.
Cancellation terms:
For the cancellation of services due to any avoidable/unavoidable reasons, Trek The Himalayas must be notified of the same in writing at [email protected] At the time we receive your written cancellation, refunds based on the total fare are as follows.
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund options
- 5% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for any trip till one year
Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
Refund options
- 30% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 85% cash voucher for any trip till one year
Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
Refund options
- Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch
- 50% deduction of trek fee
- 80% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 70% cash voucher for any trip till one year
Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek
Refund options
- Transfer your trek (same trek, same batch) to your friend
- No cash refund
- 20% cash voucher for the same trip till one year
- 10% cash voucher for any trip till one year
If by a rare consequence TTH calls off/cancels a trek:
At TTH, we almost never call off or cancel our treks. But in the rare event that we do call off or cancel a trek due to any unforeseen circumstances or natural catastrophes like continuous rain or snow, thunderstorms, snowstorms, landslides, floods, earthquakes, or any other natural calamity that prevents us from carrying out a trek in a safe manner, unforeseeable circumstances like local riots, curfews, pandemics, lockdowns, government orders, or any such situations that prevents a safe trekking experience, TTH will issue a voucher summing up to the same amount as your trek fee. The voucher can be redeemed on any of the treks over a period of the next year.
Note
- The voucher is also not issued if for any reason you have to come down from the trek. The trek leader may send you down from the trek, owing to reasons like lack of fitness, AMS, blood pressure, turn-around-time, health issues, or if you are found smoking/ drinking, or breaking the rules of the trek. Vouchers are issued only when the whole trek is cancelled or called off on behalf of TTH.
In the rare event that TTH shifts a trek:
As we mention always, weather conditions at high altitudes are extremely unpredictable and can change at any time of any day. Also, situations like natural calamities or political unrest, pandemics and lockdowns, etc are out of our control and if an event cannot run under any such circumstances that we do not directly have control over then we will try to give you an alternative trek, which means your trek will be shifted from one trek to another, which will be safer and more favourable.
In these cases, a voucher is issued to mitigate the difference in cost between the two treks. You can redeem the voucher at any time over a period of one year from the date of issue. A refund fee or refund of the difference is not applicable.
Note:
- Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch
- In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by TTH
- TTH holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice
- Cash refund is applicable only in case of bookings made without using any promotional offer code or vouchers
Cash Voucher Terms:
- This is a non-transferable voucher
- The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Trek The Himalayas
- The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Trek The Himalayas in India
- To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id
- All the other Terms of booking a trek with Trek The Himalayas are applicable to the voucher
- Trek The Himalayas holds rights to add/remove any of the Terms and Conditions without prior notice
Itineraries are based on information available at the time of planning and are subject to change. "Trek The Himalayas" reserves the right to change expedition dates, people or itineraries as conditions warrant. If a trip must be delayed or the itinerary changed due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, airline schedules, sickness, or other contingency for which TTH or its agents cannot make provision, the cost of delays and/or other changes are the responsibility of the participant. TTH reserves the right to decline, or accept, any individual as a trip member for any reason whatsoever.
Trek Essential
- Basic Gear
- Clothes
- Personal Utilities
- Head Gears
- Foot Gears
| Back pack & rain cover | (50 - 60 ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps |
| Day pack + rain cove | 20 - 30 ltr (If hire a mule or porter) |
| Walking stick | Advisable (At least one) |
| Water bottle/Hydration pack | 2 bottles of one liter each, People who use hydration pack 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter, Carry at least one thermos flask. |
| Personal Medical Kit | Consult your doctor |
| Snacks | Energy bars, dry fruits, electral/ors |
| T-shirts | 4 Full sleeves (Non-cotton) |
| Fleece T-shirts | 1 Nos. |
| Fleece jacket | 1 Nos. (Alternative: a woolen sweater) |
| Down feather / Hollofil jacket | 1 Nos. |
| Wind & waterproof (jacket & pant) | 1 Pair |
| Trek pants | 3 Synthetic (avoid shorts, fitting denims, capris) |
| Fleece/woolen gloves | 1 Pair |
| Poncho | 1 Nos. |
| Sunscreen cream | Moisturiser |
| Hand sanitizer | Antibacterial powder |
| Toothbrush and toothpaste | Lip balm / Chapstick |
| Toilet Paper & wipes | Quick dry towel |
| Head torch | 1 Nos. (Avoid Hand torch) |
| Woolen cap | 1 Nos. |
| Balaclava | 1 Nos. (Optional) |
| Neck-gaiters | 1 Nos. |
| Sunglasses | Dark with side cover, it should be U/V protected, People who wear spectacles- (A)- Use contact lenses. (B)- Photo chromatic glasses. |
| Trekking shoes | 1 Pair (Waterproof, high ankle with good grip) |
| Floaters/flip-flops | 1 Pair |
| Cotton socks | 6 pairs |
| Woolen socks | 1 pairs |
| Gaiters | 1 Pair (TTH will Provide) |
Fitness
Fitness regime for:
| Moderate |
Calculate Your BMI :
Your BMI value is
24.22
Congratulations, your body is in good conditions!
| BMI Range | Category |
|---|---|
| Less than 16.5 | Serverely Underweight |
| 16.5 - 18.5 | Underweight |
| 18.5 - 25 | Normal |
| 25 - 30 | Overweight |
- If your BMI is normal, you can plan your fitness regime as mentioned.
- If your BMI is not normal, consult your trusted physician before you plan your fitness regime.
- If you're suffering from any chronic illnesses consult a medical practitioner.
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19,800 /Person
- +5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Shimla to Manali | included transport
- Rs 16,300 Trek Cost & Rs 3,500 Transportation (All included in the cost)
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