Gunas Pass Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route

Detailed Route

Gunas Pass Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps

The Gunas Pass Trek is a 5-day journey starting from Sarahan, Sutlej Valley, peaking on Day 3 at the highest camp.

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

56 KM

Max Altitude

15,800 FT

Trek Type

circuit

Day by Day Breakdown

Day 1
7 Hrs
14 KM
trek
10,500 FT
Sarahan (7,200 ft)Forest Camp

Sarahan to Forest Camp

Climb from Sarahan through exceptional cedar forest. Temple visible behind on descent ridge.

Key Landmarks

Bhimakali Temple Departure ViewCedar Forest ZoneOak-Rhododendron Mix

Staying At

Forest clearing camp
Day 2
7 Hrs
10 KM
trek
13,800 FT
Forest CampHigh Alpine Camp

Forest to High Alpine Camp

Climb out of forest to high alpine zone. Camp on a level shelf with pass visible above.

Key Landmarks

Forest Exit to Open MeadowFirst Snow ZoneHigh Camp Shelf

Staying At

High Alpine Camp (13,800 ft)
Day 3
10 Hrs
12 KM
summit
13,000 FT
High Alpine CampKinnaur Side Descent Camp

Cross Gunas Pass (15,800 ft)

4am start on crampons. Pass delivers extraordinary views — Shimla green world behind, Kinnaur brown world ahead. Descend far side.

Key Landmarks

Gunas Pass Col (15,800 ft)Kinnaur Kailash ViewRain Shadow Transition

Staying At

Kinnaur descent camp
Day 4
9 Hrs
20 KM
trek
9,000 FT
Kinnaur Descent CampBaspa Valley Road

Descent to Baspa Valley Road

Long descent to the Baspa valley road. Vehicle pickup pre-arranged.

Key Landmarks

Kinnaur VillagesBaspa RiverRoad Access

Staying At

Village homestay or road camp
Day 5
1 Hrs
rest
8,930 FT
Baspa RoadSangla Village

Buffer / Sangla Exploration

Drive to Sangla. Rest day and apple harvest experience in October or Fulaich festival in September.

Key Landmarks

Sangla Village

Staying At

Sangla guesthouse

Trek Extensions & Add-ons

Sarahan Cultural Day Pre-Trek

+1 Day

1 day at Sarahan for Bhimakali Temple, local crafts market, and forest walk before starting the trek.

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