Kheerganga Trek, Himachal Pradesh
Region :- Himanchal Pradesh
Duration :- 2 Days
Grade :- Moderate
Max Altitude :- 9,680 Ft.
Approx Trekking Km :- 12 Kms.
Reward yourself with a long soothing dip in the natural sulphur hot water springs after a visually enchanting trek up the mountains. Kheerganga has much to offer to the avid traveller – panoramic views, quaint camps, amazing hill flora, mesmerising starry skies and YES awesome kheer.
Located deep in the Parvati Valley, Kheerganga presents to the trekkers a wealth of memorable experiences! Kheerganga’s history is said to date back thousands of years when it was Lord Shiva’s abode.
You will be staying in camps, overnight, in Kheerganga. Experience campfire, tents and sleeping bags, like never before, during this adventure. The music and bonfire session to be organized at the campsite is the cherry on the top! During the upcoming holidays, plan a trip to Kheerganga and make your vacations extraordinary!
Inclusions / Exclusions
Price Includes
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Accommodation. (Camping)
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Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
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Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook and Support staff.
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All necessary permits and entry fees.
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First aid medical kits
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Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils
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Activities: Music/Bonfire
Price Excludes
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Any kind of personal expenses
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Food during the transit
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Insurance
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Mules or porter to carry personal luggage
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Any kind of emergency evacuation charges
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Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Pickup at Barshani
Pick up will be arranged from Barshani. There you will meet our trek leader who will brief you about the trek to Kareri lake. You can keep your extra luggage downhill so that there is no extra load to carry ahead.
The trek:
From Barshani, you will start the 12 km long trek to Kheerganga. The estimated time to cover this trek is 5-6 hours.
The beginning of the trek is a gentle incline, the path lined with beautiful apple orchards. As the trek progresses, massive Deodars and oaks also become a common sight. You can hear the constant roar of the river Parvati flowing nearby, easily visible from Barshaini.KheerGanga: The Campsite
Upon reaching, you can relax for a while at the camp set up at Kheerganga.
Once you’ve unloaded, you can jump straight into the Parvati Kund, the hot water spring – a highlight of the trip. The sight of the snow-capped mountains, easily visible in the distance, are almost comical in their direct contrast to the warm water flowing around you.
After your tiredness from the trek has been washed away, you are welcome to enjoy the scrumptious meal prepared for you, before retiring to your tents for the night. Lights out!DAY 2: Trek down to Barshani
Wake up to the serenity of the mountains and the slight chill in the air that always comes with altitude.
After breakfast, you will start your trek back to Barshaini, in the Parvati Valley. This time, do make sure to explore this charming little town and go back with a lot of amazing memories & experiencies.ADVISORY
1. Avoid trekking during the nights
2. Before undertaking the trek, consult a physician
3. Though medical facilities are available at every campsite, participants are suggested to carry their own medication (if any)
4. The trek takes place through eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.THINGS TO CARRY
1. Warm & comfortable clothes, Wind cheaters
2. Trekking shoes
3. Backpack & rain cover
4. Caps/ Sunglasses
5. Torch
6. Personal medicines, Energy bars etc.
7. Power bank
8. Toiletries