Chandrakhani Pass
Region: Manali, Himachal Pradesh | Grade: Moderate | Max. Altitude: 12,100 Ft | Duration: 06 days (Manali to Manali)
Chandrakhani Pass is one of the most beautiful and serene pass, at an altitude of 3660 m located in the Kullu valley. Chandrakhani Pass offers fabulous views of the DeoTibba peak, PirPanjal and Parbati range of mountains. The trek begins from the village of Naggar. The landscape through the trek varies from the alpine forests at the start of the trek to the alpine meadows. The scenic beauty of the Kullu valley, and the mountain peaks that dot that horizon is a treat for the nature lover throughout the journey.
The region is also known as the Valley of Gods. Legend has that Jamlu (the presiding deity at Malana), opened a basket containing the gods of Kullu at the Chandrakhani Pass and the strong winds blew the gods to their present abodes.
ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival at Manali (Naggar) Explore Naggar Village
Day 02: (Trek Start) Naggar to Rumsu
From the village of Naggar, the trek begins with a gradual ascent uptoRumsu. The path is through forested cover of pine, deodar, and chestnut. The trek then breaks out to the alpine meadows at higher altitudes. The view from these meadows of the Kullu valley, Manali, PirPanjal, and Bara Bhangal ranges is spell-binding
Day 03: Rumsu to Chandrakhani Base
A easy climb through forest of conifer to alpine meadows which offers a magnificent view of PirPanjal range and peaks rising above 6000 mtrs. Overnight camp
Day 04: Chandrakhani base to Chandrakhani pass and back to the base
A lovely trail which leads to pass and offers splendid view of Dhauladhar range, Parvati valley and Malana valley. On the top of Chandrakhani Pass one can have a striking view of DeoTibba overlooking the Malana glen and other snow crowned giants on the Spiti border.
Day 05: Chandrakhani base to Naggar (trek end)
Backtracking the same route to Nagar and rest. (Overnight in Guest House)
Day 06: Departure after Breakfast