TRIP FACTS
Region: Parvati Valley
Duration: 9 Days.
Season: July to September.
Grade: Moderately Challenging.
Group Size : 15 Persons.
Maximum Altitude: 5000m .
Passes: Animal Pass (4560m) , Sara Umga Pass (5000m)& Rohtang La (3978m).
Accommodations: 8 Nights In Camp.
Activities: 8 Days Hiking / 1 Day Explore / 1 Day Drive.
Meals: 8 Breakfasts / 9 Pack-Lunch / 8 Dinners.
Trip Begin: Manali.
Trip End: Manali.
INTRODUCTION
The Tosh is a feeder valley of the popular Parvati Valley which leads to the Pin Parvati Pass. The Tosh Nallah meets the Parvati River at Pulga coming from the North. The Tosh valley is initially narrow but as you progress higher the valley starts to open up and you cross several beautiful meadows. At the head of the valley is the Tosh Glacier surrounded by some well known peaks: Papasura (6451m) & White Sail (6446m). After crossing Sara Umga Pass, you descend into Lahaul valley.
HOW TO REACH MANALI
The nearest airport serving this beautiful hill station is situated at Bhuntar. Known as Kullu Manali Airport, it is at a distance of approximately 60 from Manali.
The road instead since there are some spellbinding picturesque views en route to be enjoyed. The destination has a good connectivity by road with cities like Delhi, Ambala, Chandigarh and Shimla serving as pivotal points. A number of bus services including private services like the very comfortable Volvo ply frequently from Delhi to Manali.
The closest railway station is Chandigarh (315 km) or Pathankot (290 km). You can make your travel bookings till either of these two cities and then take a prepaid bus or a cab till Manali.
DAY 01 - MANALI TO TOSH VILLAGE BY JEEP 3 HOURS (2400M) - TREK FROM TOSH VILLAGE - BUDDHABAN (3020M) 4 HOURS.
The ascent to Barsheni from Manikaran takes about an hour over steep mountain roads. The trail starts from above the Barsheni village, with a commanding view of the Parvati valley dam that is under construction and the confluence of Parvati and Tosh rivers. The walk is a gradual climb from the Tosh village we follow the raging Tosh River through dense pine forests to Buddhaban, a largish meadow with a spring of its own and many rocks.
: Pack Lunch & Dinner.
: Camp.
DAY 02 - BUDDHABAN TO SHARAM THACH (3505M) 7 HOURS TREK.
It's a long day's walk as the path climbs from Buddhaban to cross the tree line. It then continues over meadows and rhododendron clusters to the high altitude meadow at Sharam Thach.
: Breakfast, Pack Lunch & Dinner.
: Camp.
DAY 03 - SHARAM THACH TO SHAMSHI THACH (3800M) 5 HOURS TREK.
An initial steep climb peters out to a narrow path over patches of snow. The Tosh River continues its noisy course throughout. After a short descent, you arrive at Shamshi Thach, beautifully set in a little bowl at the base of the valley. To the north is the Tosh Glacier, to the east the massive face of Kullu Makalu peak and the glacier descending from it.
: Breakfast, Pack Lunch & Dinner.
: Camp.
DAY 04 - EXPLORATORY DAY AT SHAMSHI THACH 5 HOURS TREK.
There is a choice of either going up to Animal Pass (4560m) for the day or hiking upto the snout of the Tosh Glacier (4300m).
: Breakfast, Pack Lunch & Dinner.
: Camp.
DAY 05 - SHAMSHI THACH TO KUTA THACH (4100M) 4 HOURS TREK.
Walk to the snout of the Tosh Glacier and continue up on the path bordering the glacier to the small meadow at Kuta Thach.
: Breakfast, Pack Lunch & Dinner.
: Camp.
DAY 06 - KUTA THACH TO SARA UMGA BASE (4500M) 4 HOURS TREK.
Reach camp early and explore the view of surrounding Peaks.
: Breakfast, Pack Lunch & Dinner.
: Camp.
DAY 07 - KUTA THACH TO SARA UMGA PASS (5000M) TO PUTIRUNI (3800M) 8 HOURS TREK.
The day starts early as the pass needs to be crossed before noon. From the camp, the climb to the pass is steep over snow and scree. From the top of the pass, you get fabulous views of peaks in Lahaul valley as well as the Tosh valley and other surrounding by-valleys. The descent on the other side takes you down to the meadow at Putiruni.
: Breakfast, Pack Lunch & Dinner.
: Camp.
DAY 08 - PUTIRUNI TO CHOTA DHARA (3700M) 6 HOURS TREK.
Another long day but this time the path is gradual with not too many ups or downs. Chota Dhara on the Manali - Kaza road will be the camp for the night.
: Breakfast, Pack Lunch & Dinner.
: Camp.
DAY 09 - CHOTA DHARA TO MANALI BY JEEP 8 HOURS DRIVE APPROXIMATELY.
Today an early departure from Manali, over land journey by jeep over Rohtang pass 3978m along the Chandra River .
: Breakfast, Pack Lunch.
: No
What is included in the tour
- The services of an educated Himalayan Yeti Adventure representative or escort / guide, well versed with native flora/fauna, topography & culture during the entire trek program.
- During the trek, all camping logistics and mules / porters/ to carry luggage. Participants will be required to carry only their day sacks with their daily essentials etc.
- Camping on twin sharing basis in 2-man tents, with foam mattresses, sleeping bags and kitchen tent, toilet tent etc.
- One Cook and camp helper/s with all necessary kitchen items, utensils etc.
- All transportation as per the itinerary, inclusive of transfers to the roadhead before the trek and transfer from the roadhead to your destination, after the conclusion of the trek.
- Boiled drinking water during the trek and warm water for personal ablutions in the morning.
- All meals during the trek program.
- Wildlife / environmental Permits and Levies, wherever required.
- All camping charges.
- Trek Briefing / debriefing & guides charges.
- Charges for following the global ‘Leave No Trace’ protocol.
- Insurance of the trekking staff
- Good medical / first aid kit with Oxygen Cylinders.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Any accidental, travel or medical insurance. It is advisable for the participants to get themselves comprehensively insured before the tour.
- Any expenses of a personal nature.
- Any and all evacuation charges (medical or otherwise), or hospitalization or physicians consultation charges. Your own insurance policy should also, ideally, cover this.
Insulated, waterproof boots are best. They have thick soles, rubber/leather uppers and insulation. Flip Flops/ Crocs.
Wool or synthetic socks with wicking liners promote warm, dry feet. (this item is to be bought by the clients themselves)
Layer your clothing so it can be adjusted to your activity level and the weather. Avoid cotton.
Base layer: Synthetics and wool retain warmth even when wet. Wear long underwears (top and bottem) that wicks away moisture, insulates well and dries quickly. Choose from microlight, lightweight or midweight versions based on the temperature and your activity level. A zippered top lets you adjust body heat as you stop and go. (this item is to be bought by the clients themselves, easily available in Decathlon Stores)
Upper Insulating layer: Polyester fleece makes a good insulating mid-layer since it retains heat when wet and breathes as you exercise.
Outer layer: A waterproof, breathable shell jacket and pants keep you dry and fend off wind.
Down feather jacket: - Can be used while relaxing or walking outside in the camp area.
Hat, Gloves and Accessories.
Keep your head and hands covered to prevent loss of body heat and to protect from sunburn.
A wool or synthetic hat, headband or balaclava retains heat; a wide-brimmed hat or a ball cap can shade your eyes on sunny days.
Sunglasses and sunscreen will protect you from burning UV rays which are especially intense when reflected off of snow.
COTTON SCARF good for dust and to protect neck from sunburn ,WATER BOTTLE, HYDRATION BAG.
Head Lamp & spare batteries.
CAMERA dustproof cover and spare batteries and memory card, GOPRO IS JUST GREAT.
MONEY BELT or secure portion of bag.
PERSONAL TOILETRIES including lip cream, hand wash (alcohol-based), sunscreen and TOWEL.
PENKNIFE , JOURNAL, SKETCH PAD, PLAYING CARDS, BOOK, READING LIGHT, SEWING KIT, etc.
Small PADLOCK for stored bag.
Trekking Day Bag upto 65 to 85 Ltr.
