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Bara Bhangal Grand Traverse Expedition Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
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Duration
12 Days
Total Distance
85 KM
Max Altitude
16,000 FT
Trek Type
linear
Day by Day Breakdown
Trek Manali to Lamadugh
Ascend sharply from civilization into the thick Deodar forests overlooking the Kullu Valley.
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Trek Lamadugh to Riyali Thach
Cross the high ridges separating the Kullu watershed from the Kalihani approach.
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Trek Riyali Thach to Kalihani Basecamp
Ascend into the pure rocky alpine zone directly below the Kalihani Headwall.
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Summit Kalihani Pass (15,800 ft) and Descend to Devi Ki Marhi
Cross miles of crevassed blue ice. Summit the pass and drop heavily down the northern face into the true wilderness away from Kullu.
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Trek Devi Ki Marhi to Dal Marhi
A wild river walk. Navigating deep gullies and unnamed streams as you head deeper into the Ravi river catchment.
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Dal Marhi to Bara Bhangal Village
The canyon widens. Suddenly, architecture appears out of nowhere. Arrive at Bara Bhangal, the legendary lost village of Himachal.
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Rest and Re-Supply at Bara Bhangal
Mandatory rest day. Explore the ancient wooden houses, interact with the Gaddis, and prepare physically for the second pass.
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Trek Bara Bhangal to Mardh
Leave the village and immediately begin the punishing climb toward Thamsar Pass. The altitude gain today is massive.
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Trek Mardh to Thamsar Basecamp
A shorter acclimatization push. Camp directly beneath the imposing, icy headwall of Thamsar Pass.
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Summit Thamsar Pass (15,500 ft) and Descend to Panihartu
The final major hurdle. Climb the icy Thamsar pass. Looking south, civilization finally reappears in the hazy Kangra valley. A steep, knee-crushing descent drops into Panihartu.
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Trek Panihartu to Rajgundha
Walk deep into the lush Uhl river valley. Re-enter the heavy pine forests, arriving at the picturesque, pastoral village of Rajgundha.
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Trek/Drive Rajgundha to Bir
Walk the final forest track to Billing, then board 4x4s for the descent into the vibrant paragliding hub of Bir. The expedition concludes.
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