Marahni Ridge Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route

Detailed Route

Marahni Ridge Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps

A 3-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

3 Days

Total Distance

22 KM

Max Altitude

12,200 FT

Trek Type

linear

Permits Required Before You Go

Permit Cost

450

Where to Get

Base Checkpost Office

Documents

Aadhar/Passport Copy, 2 Passport Photos, Medical Certificate, Disclaimer Form

Foreign Nationals

Foreign nationals require standard valid visa and passport copies for logging at forest checkposts.

Foreigner Process

Standard permits, no ILP usually required for this ridge.

Nearest Embassy Hub

New Delhi

Day by Day Breakdown

Day 1
6 Hrs
10 KM
trek

Camp Alt

8,500 ft

Day Gain

+3,300 ft

Reach Lower Ridge Camp

Banjar TownLower Ridge Village Camp

Climb from Banjar through the terraced apple orchards and mixed village-forest landscape. Camp at a flat section with village homestead nearby.

Key Landmarks

Banjar Valley ViewsVillage Apple OrchardsForest Entry

Staying At

Lower ridge village camp or flat section

The trail follows the mountain river corridor through a narrow, forested gorge, moving past traditional settlements into increasingly dense dense forested valleys.

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Day 2
5 Hrs
6 KM
trek

Camp Alt

10,500 ft

Day Gain

+2,000 ft

Today's Objective

🔭 Reach Marahni Ridge

Lower Ridge Village CampMarahni Ridge Crest Camp

Climb to the ridge crest. Afternoon sunset photography and panoramic exploration. Camp on the sheltered ledge below the western face for wind protection.

Key Landmarks

Forest Exit to Open RidgeMarahni Ridge CrestDual Valley Viewpoint

Staying At

Marahni Ridge Crest Camp (sheltered below crest on western side)

The forest canopy transitions onto the Marahni Ridge above the treeline.

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Day 3
6 Hrs
14 KM
trek

Camp Alt

6,400 ft

Day Gain

-4,100 ft

Sunrise at Marahni Ridge & Descend to Gushaini

Marahni Ridge CampGushaini / Banjar (choice)

Dawn session on the ridge — Deo Tibba glow, valley shadow below. Descend the Tirthan side for a valley crossover, arriving at Gushaini for vehicle pickup — or retrace to Banjar.

Key Landmarks

Dawn on RidgeTirthan Valley DescentGushaini Village

The Marahni ridge descends steeply back into the dense forested gorge of the Tirthan valley.

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Trek Extensions & Add-ons

Tirthan Valley Crossover

+1 Day

Descend from the Marahni ridge to Gushaini on the Tirthan side for a valley-to-valley crossover with vehicle logistics at both ends.

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