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Shatul Pass Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
A 5-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
5 Days
Total Distance
56 KM
Max Altitude
15,200 FT
Trek Type
linear
Permits Required Before You Go
Permit Cost
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 entry rules.
Nearest Embassy Hub
New Delhi
Day by Day Breakdown
Camp Alt
10,500 ft
Day Gain
+2,700 ft
Chirgaon to Forest Camp
Climb from Chirgaon apple orchards through the oak-cedar forest.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
The team holds position within the alpine meadow basin, monitoring weather patterns and adapting to the thinning atmosphere.
Camp Alt
13,400 ft
Day Gain
+2,900 ft
Reach High Meadow Camp
Break above treeline into open alpine meadow. Camp with pass visible above.
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
13,400 ft
Day Gain
0 ft
Today's Objective
🏔 Cross Cross Shatul Pass
5am start. Cross pass, explore far side inner pastures, return to high meadow camp.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
The alpine meadows transition into a rocky ridge crossing at Shatul Pass.
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
10,500 ft
Day Gain
-2,900 ft
Return to Forest Camp
Leisurely descent with full appreciation of the autumn forest color corridor.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
The team holds position within the alpine meadow basin, monitoring weather patterns and adapting to the thinning atmosphere.
Camp Alt
7,800 ft
Day Gain
-2,700 ft
Return to Chirgaon
Final descent through the apple orchards. Chirgaon by midday. Optional Jubbal palace visit.
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
Jubbal Palace Cultural Day
+1 Day1 day at Jubbal Palace (former Jubbal princely state royal residence, partially open to visitors) before starting the trek.
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