Chandratal Baralacha Trek
Highlights
Indulge in sight-seeing at Manali and explore the place's sacred ancient temples. Get an opportunity to enjoy scenic vistas at the Rohtang Pass. Get the opportunity for camping at serene and picturesque locations set amidst lush landscapes; Chandratal lakeside camping needs a special mention. Explore the culture of Lahaul/Spiti immersed in Buddhism. Abundance of photographic locales for photographers.
Itinerary
In the evening catch Ac Volvo bus for Manali at 17:00 hrs. An overnight journey.
By Morning arrive at Manali and then transfer to the hotel for relaxing & acclimatisation. At leisure visit the old Manali, the famous Hadimba Devi Temple and the Mall road. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.
In the morning after the breakfast drive to the Batal through Rohtang pass (3980 meters). On arrival at Batal set out the tent. Rest and relax through the night. In the afternoon, take a walk enjoy the nature's marvels. Come back to the camp site in the evening. Dinner & Overnight stay in the tents.
After an early feast, begin the trek to the Chandratal (4250 meters/13940 feet) with a sumptuous meal packed for the lunch. Chandratal enjoys incredible beauty. Nestled amidst the main Kunzum range and a lower ridge, the passage leads through the Chandra River. Come back to camp, take dinner & stay overnight.
After breakfast explore the spectacular surroundings. One can go for a trail or relax nearby the lake. Feast and night stay in the tents.
Right after the breakfast we will hike to the Tokpo Yogma. Enjoy a panoramic view of the stunningly gigantic glaciers and mountain peaks during the trek. After trekking for a while, one arrives at the Tokpo Gongma located at an altitude of 4400 meters. Stop for the ready to eat lunch for a while moving on to Tokpo Yogma. In Tibetan "Tokpo" refers to a river and the meaning of the word "Gongma" is big. Dinner & night stay in the tents.
Today, trek starts towards Tokpo Gongma with packed lunch through Tokpo Yogma River. On this trek we will cross the river streams using ropes. On arrival camps are set out for dinner & overnight stay.
8 Tokpo Gongma to Baralacha (4950 meters/16236 feet) 10 Kilometres/5 hours - Manali (Travel By Jeep)
Today, after a hearty morning feast at the Camp, the day begins by crossing the Upper River by crossing the Tokpo Gongma. The hike of about 10 KM will takes us to Baralacha La. This is a twofold pass located at an altitude of 4950 Meters. It marks the separation between the Lahaul Ranges and the Himalayan Range and also between the Baralacha and the Himalayas stretching towards the North. After enjoying lunch, one moves towards Baralacha located at an altitude of 4883 Meters. This is a stunningly beautiful 8 kilometres long pass and gives ascend to 3 rivers namely Bhaga, Chandra, and Yunam. The meaning of the world Baralacha is 'pass with cross roads on summit'. Roads from Ladakh, Zanskar, Lahaul, and Spiti meet on the zenith of the Baralacha pass. On the arrival at the 'Baralacha Pass', the tour manager will meet you with the Jeeps. After reaching Manali, you can rest at the hotel after a nice dinner.
The day to unwind. In the evening, drive back to Delhi by the AC Volvo coach. An Overnight journey.
Arrival at Delhi by morning in between 07:00 – 08:00 hrs for your onward journey with memories of Your Festigo Journey.
The prices are Inclusive of
- Accommodation on solo/twin/triple sharing Basis.
- Breakfast and Dinner in meal menu
- To & Fro Airport Transfers.
- Transportation by Non A/C Innova/ Scorpio/ Tempo Traveler as per the category opted and number of people.
- All Taxes
The prices are Exclusive of
- Goods & Service Tax as applicable.
- Any Air/train fares
- Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
- Monument Entrances, Rafting & Camel Safari Charges.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the Inclusions.
- Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls.
- Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)
- Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on ount of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
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Cancellation
When Cancellation is made Charges
From your Booking Date
50-31 Days prior to the operation of the booked tour 20% of tour cost
30-16 Days prior to the operation of the booked tour 50% of tour cost
15 - 0 Days prior to the operation of the booked tour 100% of total tour cost
Breakfast: Porridge, muesli, corn flakes, jam, honey, Nutella, pinut butter, puri, paratha, chapatti, eggs, toast, tea, coffee, hot chocolate.
Cold lunch: pack lunch with boiled potatoes, boiled eggs, chapatti, tuna fish, cheese, fresh fruits in summer, chocolate, cold drink.
Hot lunch: similar to dinner.
Dinner: Rice, pasta (made in Italy), pizza, noodles, boiled or fried potatoes, chapatti, momos, vegetable salads, noodle soups, several kinds of soups (mushroom, tomato, asparagus, etc.), several kinds of vegetables (cauliflower, garbage, peas, spinach) in curries or in soups, fresh fruits in summer or caned fruits salad …
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