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Kalihani Pass Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
A 6-day immersive expedition traversing diverse Himalayan landscapes and alpine altitudes.
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
6 Days
Total Distance
62 KM
Max Altitude
15,400 FT
Trek Type
linear
Permits Required Before You Go
Permit Cost
Where to Get
Forest Office, Manali
Documents
Aadhar/Passport, Medical Fitness Certificate
Foreign Nationals
No strict limitations since you technically remain in Kullu/Kangra, but permits must display passport info.
Foreigner Process
Standard forest division pass.
Nearest Embassy Hub
New Delhi
Day by Day Breakdown
Camp Alt
9,400 ft
Day Gain
+2,900 ft
Reach Lamadugh
Start behind Hadimba Temple and climb steadily through thick deodar and oak forests. Break treeline gradually and enter the broad alpine meadows of Lamadugh with expansive views of the Dhauladhar and upper Kullu valley.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Crossing the high-altitude pass bridges two distinct watershed systems, shifting the expedition over the glaciated divide and down into a new river basin.
Camp Alt
11,500 ft
Day Gain
+2,100 ft
Reach Riyali Thach
Ascend grassy ridges above Lamadugh and traverse towards the high alpine grazing grounds of Riyali Thach. The terrain becomes more open with continuous views of the Pir Panjal range.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Tree line disappears as the valley broadens into a spectacular high-altitude alpine meadow basin, replacing the dense forests with expansive grazing pastures.
Camp Alt
13,000 ft
Day Gain
+1,500 ft
Reach Kalihani Base Camp
Move deeper into the upper alpine basin as vegetation disappears and moraine terrain begins. Cross glacial streams and camp near the base of the Kalihani glacier system.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Vegetation gives way to barren glacial debris as the route enters the expansive moraine basin and ablation zone of the glaciated upper watershed.
Field Notes
KEY ACTIONRiver Crossings
Plan to cross early in the day before snowmelt swells the water levels. Unclip backpack waist belts before crossing.
Use Trekking Poles
Trekking poles are highly recommended to save your knees on the descent.
INFOSlower Progress
Progress will be significantly slower and more taxing on your ankles than trail distance suggests.
Camp Alt
13,000 ft
Day Gain
0 ft
Today's Objective
🏔 Cross Kalihani Pass
Begin before sunrise and climb gradually over moraine, snow slopes, and glacial sections to reach Kalihani Pass. The pass offers expansive views into the Bara Bhangal side before descending carefully back to basecamp.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Crossing the high-altitude pass bridges two distinct watershed systems, shifting the expedition over the glaciated divide and down into a new river basin.
Field Notes
Use Trekking Poles
Trekking poles are highly recommended to save your knees on the descent.
INFOSlower Progress
Progress will be significantly slower and more taxing on your ankles than trail distance suggests.
Camp Alt
11,800 ft
Day Gain
-1,200 ft
Reach Riyali Lower
Descend gradually from the harsh moraine basin back into grassy alpine terrain. A recovery-oriented day after summit effort.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
The high alpine meadows narrow into forested river terraces as tree line vegetation reappears in the lower mountain river corridor.
Field Notes
Use Trekking Poles
Trekking poles are highly recommended to save your knees on the descent.
INFOSlower Progress
Progress will be significantly slower and more taxing on your ankles than trail distance suggests.
Camp Alt
6,500 ft
Day Gain
-5,300 ft
Return to Manali
A long descent day dropping continuously through meadows and dense forest back into the Manali valley.
Key Landmarks
The high alpine meadows narrow into forested river terraces as tree line vegetation reappears in the lower mountain river corridor.
Trek Extensions & Add-ons
Bara Bhangal Transit
+7 DaysCross the pass into Bara Bhangal, navigate the river gorges, cross Thamsar Pass, and exit in Bir/Billing.
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