Pin Parvati Pass Trek

Drive from Kaza to Mudh Village:

• Altitude: 12,795 ft

• Distance: 49 km

• Duration: Approx. 2 hours

• Activity: Explore nearby tourist spots before the drive.

Arrival at Mudh Village:

• Notable for its picturesque whitewashed houses and terraced fields.

• Offers guest houses for trekkers exploring Pin Valley.

Trek from Mudh Village to Tiya:

• Duration: 2-3 hours

• Activity: Trek through scenic landscapes to reach Tiya Campsite.

Overnight Stay:

• Location: Tiya Campsite

• Mudh Village is known for sightings of snow leopards and ibex.

• Final village on the trek before reaching Kheerganga.

• Start Time: Begin the trek promptly after breakfast to allow sufficient time for the day's journey.

• Initial Trek: Walk along the left bank of the Pin River, navigating through loose sedimentary rocks.

• Glacial Streams: Cross multiple glacial streams some may cause numbness in the feet. Refill water bottles at drinkable streams.

• River Descent: Descend to the Pin River and prepare for a river crossing.

• Ascent: Climb up the opposite side after crossing the river.

• Shepherd's Campsite: Reach Shia, a campsite used by shepherds with limited camping space.

• Camp Setup: Find a suitable spot among the rocks and shade to set up camp.

• Landslide Precautions: Be cautious, as the area is prone to landslides.

• Start of the Day: Begin the trek by crossing the Pin River. If the river is too high or unsafe, take an alternate route over the glacier, adding approximately 2 km to the journey.

• Ascent to Pin Base Camp: Face a challenging climb with a steep ascent of 1,700 ft, making this part of the trek physically demanding.

• Glacier Walk: Navigate a long stretch of glacier terrain, requiring careful footing and endurance.

• River Crossings: Tackle two difficult river crossings. If the water levels are too high, consider alternative safe routes.

• Stream Crossing Caution: Exercise extreme caution while crossing the stream, as its strong flow could potentially sweep trekkers into the valley below. Team members will need to be roped up for safety.

• Arrival at Pin Base Camp: Reach the stark and rocky moorland of Pin Base Camp, situated 1,000 ft below the Pin Pass and nestled below the Pin glacier.

Base Camp to Mantalai (13,440 ft) via Pin Parvati Pass (17,460 ft)

• Early Start: Begin the trek early to take advantage of favorable weather conditions.

• Steep Ascent: 3-4 hour challenging climb to Pin Parvati Pass.

• Descent through Crevasses: Tough 3-3.5 hour descent through Crevasses to Parvati Base.

• Steep Descent to Mantalai: Final 4-hour steep descent to reach Mantalai.

• Scenic Views: Experience a dramatic change in landscape after reaching Pin Parvati Pass.

• Panoramic Viewpoints: Enjoy stunning bird's eye views of Pin Valley and Parvati Valley with majestic unnamed peaks.

• Key Landmarks: Spot notable peaks such as Parvati South Ridge, Snow Peak, Ridge Peak, Pyramid Peak, Kullu Makalu, and Bara Shigri.

Trek from Gadtar to Tosamaidan:

• Distance: 9 km

• Time Taken: Approximately 5 hours

Route Description:

• Start from Gadtar campsite.

• Cross rivers and ascend through grasslands.

• Alternate between ascending and descending the ridge.

• Cross two more streams.

• A small ascend before reaching Tosamaidan after the descent.

Travel from Tosamaidan to Srinagar by Road:

• Distance: 80 km

• Time Taken: Approximately 3 hours

Description:

• Upon reaching Tosamaidan, board the vehicle.

• Enjoy a scenic drive to Srinagar.

Mantalai to Odi Thach (12,520 ft):

• Start Point: Begin your journey at Mantalai.

• Trek Duration: Approximately 4 hours of trekking.

• Distance: Enjoy a scenic 9 km downhill trek.

• Follow the River: Walk along the right side of the river bank.

• Reach the Ridge: Ascend to a ridge filled with moraine.

• Breathtaking Views: Take in stunning views of the Parvati River.

• Veer Left: Follow the path that curves leftward, tracing the valley contours.

• Scenic Highlights: Experience one of the most beautiful days of the trek.

• Odi Thach Arrival: Arrive at Odi Thach, adorned with vibrant red, blue, and purple flowers, creating a natural tapestry.

Start the Trek:

• Depart from Odi Thach early in the morning.

Meander Across Meadows:

• Enjoy a gradual path across lush meadows, soaking in the beautiful surroundings.

Descent into the Valley:

• Begin the steep descent into the valley, navigating boulder-strewn fields.

Stream Crossings:

• Cross a couple of streams; prepare for potentially tricky river crossings.

Ledge Walks:

• Experience ledge walks, adding an adventurous element to your trek.

Scenic Views:

• Take in views of cascading waterfalls on your right and the flowing Parvati River on your left.

Sightseeing:

• Spot Mt. Kullu Eiger on your left, framed by unnamed peaks and glaciers.

Reach Pandu Pul:

• Arrive at Pandu Pul, a natural bridge formed by large boulders over the river.

Continue to Tunda Bhuj:

• Continue trekking toward Tunda Bhuj, navigating the challenging terrain.

End of Day:

• Arrive at Tunda Bhuj, concluding a rewarding day of trekking.

Tunta Bhuj to Kheerganga (9,120 ft) | Trek: 4 Hours

• Start Point: Depart from Tunta Bhuj.

• Trail Overview: Begin your trek with a gradual descent towards the gorge.

• River View: Enjoy the scenic views of the majestic Parvati River on your right.

• Pasture Lands: Walk through beautiful pasture lands lined with silver birch trees.

• Waterfalls: Experience the captivating waterfalls cascading down the mountain walls to your right.

• Arrival: Reach Kheerganga after approximately 4 hours of trekking.

Kheerganga to Barshaini Trek

• Trek Start: Begin at Kheerganga (9,120 ft).

• Duration: Total trek time is approximately 3 hours.

• Difficulty Level: Moderate.

Initial Descent:

• Steep descent for about 40 minutes.

Undulating Trail:

• Follow an undulating trail for approximately 1 hour.

Final Descent:

• Conclude with another steep descent.

Trek Distance:

• The total distance covered is 7 km.

Estimated Arrival:

• Reach Barshaini (7,250 ft) around 11 am, marking the end of the trek.