Detailed Route
Kalihani Pass Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
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
60 KM
Max Altitude
15,500 FT
Trek Type
linear
Altitude Profile
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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
Trek Manali (Hadimba Temple) to Lamadugh
Start right behind the famous Hadimba temple. The trail climbs violently upward through incredibly thick cedar and oak forests. Break treeline to reach the grassy bowl of Lamadugh.
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Trek Lamadugh to Riyali Thach
Ascend a steep ridge towards Khanpari Tibba. For the first time, the massive snowy peaks of Kalihani become visible in the distance. Descend slightly and traverse to the beautiful grazing grounds of Riyali Thach.
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Trek Riyali Thach to Kalihani Basecamp
The grass disappears. Enter the harsh, shattered rock environment of the upper sub-alpine basin. Cross icy streams fed directly by the Kalihani glacier. Camp on cold, flat rocks directly beneath the icefields.
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Summit Kalihani Pass (15,800 ft) and Return to Basecamp
Start at 3 AM. Rope up (if in early summer) and step onto the vast expanse of the Kalihani Glacier. It is a slow, grueling walk over miles of blue ice and snow to the 15,800 ft saddle. Pay respects at the altar, take in the 360-degree view of the Pir Panjal, and hastily descend before the snow softens.
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Buffer Night or Transfer Basecamp
A slower day recovering from the summit. Begin the long retreat back towards Manali, camping lower to immediately sleep better and relieve altitude pressure.
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Trek Sangchar to Manali via Old Path
A brutal, knee-destroying 6,000 ft descent dropping practically straight down the mountain ridges back into the oxygen-rich, bustling civilization of Manali.
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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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