Chanderkhani Pass Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route

Detailed Route

Chanderkhani Pass Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps

A historic trading route starting from Naggar, crossing the pass, and descending towards the isolated village of Malana.

Standard RouteThis is the standard mountain pacing for this trek. Specific operators may add an acclimatization day or alter the starting point. Check individual operator schedules for their exact logistics.

Duration

5 Days

Total Distance

36 KM

Max Altitude

12,000 FT

Trek Type

linear

Altitude Profile

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10,000 ft · Caution ZoneD1D2D3D4D512,000 ft4,200 ft
TREK / CAMP
ACCLIMATIZATION
VEHICLE SEGMENT
BUFFER / OPTIONAL

Points show end-of-day camp altitude. Summit days show peak altitude reached.

Permits Required Before You Go

Permit Cost

200

Where to Get

Naggar Forest Office

Documents

Aadhar Card / Passport, Medical Fitness Certificate

Foreign Nationals

No restrictions.

Foreigner Process

N/A

Nearest Embassy Hub

New Delhi (500km away)

Day by Day Breakdown

Day 1
0 Hrs
acclimatization
5,800 FT
NaggarNaggar

Arrive at Naggar

Acclimatize in the historic capital of Kullu.

Key Landmarks

Naggar CastleRoerich Art Gallery

Staying At

Naggar Homestay
Day 2
6 Hrs
8 KM
trek
10,200 FT
NaggarChaklani

Trek Naggar to Chaklani / Rumsu

Steep steady climb passing through the traditional wooden village of Rumsu, breaking out onto the Chaklani meadows.

Key Landmarks

Rumsu VillageAncient Pine Forests

Staying At

Chaklani Tents
Day 3
7 Hrs
10 KM
trek
9,800 FT
ChaklaniNagroni Camp

Trek Chaklani to Chanderkhani Pass and descend to Nagroni

Climb to the pass. Enjoy sweeping views. Begin the long descent down the other side of the valley towards the Malana watershed.

Key Landmarks

Chanderkhani Pass SummitDeo Tibba Viewpoint

Staying At

Nagroni Tents
Day 4
5 Hrs
8 KM
trek
8,700 FT
NagroniMalana

Trek Nagroni to Malana

Descend into the heart of the deeply restrictive Malana village. Follow strict guide instructions.

Key Landmarks

Malana Village Outskirts

Staying At

Malana Outskirts Tents
Day 5
2 Hrs
4 KM
mixed
4,200 FT
MalanaKullu

Trek Malana to Jari Dam, Drive to Kullu

Short rapid descent to the roadhead. Take a taxi back to Kullu/Bhuntar.

Key Landmarks

Malana Dam Roadhead

Trek Extensions & Add-ons

Kheerganga Push

+2 Days

After reaching the Malana Dam, take a taxi deeper into Parvati Valley to hike up to the Kheerganga hot springs.

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Last Verified: May 2026

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