Chandratal Baralacha Trek

BEST SEASON: JULY TO MID OCTOBER

CATEGORY: TREKKING

REGION: HIMACHAL

PARENT RANGE: Himalayan

BASE VILLAGE: MANALI

GRADE: EASY

MAX ALTITUDE: 4950 m

BEST SEASON: JULY TO MID OCTOBER

Chandratal Baralacha Trek

Overview

Mostly referred as Moon Lake, the moment you start trekking here it feels like walking on the moon. This pass is located at an altitude of 4950 m above sea level. Stroll on the ice land and witness the shimmering sunset, lush green landscape, water streams, colorful orchids and various other things that will make your journey beautiful and a trip that you will never forget. While trekking at Chandratal Baralacha, one can enjoy the great view of the high mountains and Baralacha glacier, which is the source of the Chandra River. The trek commences at Batal and heads toward the Baralacha Pass. Throughout the journey, one can enjoy the panoramic view of Lahaul range. This trek passes through various peaks like Mulkila at 6,172 meters, Minar at 6,172 meters, Talagiri at 6,279 meters & Tara Pahar at 6,227 meters. In between the trekking, you can take a short break at Suraj Tal which is a high altitude and sacred lake in the Indian Himalayan region

Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival at airport met our representative and then transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 02: Delhi - Manali(525 Kms/12 - 14 Hrs)

In the morning take a half day guided sight seeing at Delhi. In the evening drive to Manali by AC Volvo coach. Overnight journey.

Day 03: Manali

Arrival at Manali by morning and then transfer to hotel for relax & acclimatisation. At leisure visit Hadimba Devi Temple, old Manali and the Mall road. Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 04: Manali - Batal(100 Kms/ 4hrs)

Morning after breakfast drive to Batal via Rohtang pass (3980mts). On arrival at Batal set out tent for overnight stay. In theafternoon take a hike for acclimatisation. Return to the camp in the evening. Dinner & Overnight stay in tents.

Day 05: Batal - Chandratal (18 Kms/6 Hrs)

After an early breakfast trek to Chandratal (4250 mts/13940 ft) with packed lunch. Chandratal is of exquisite beauty between a lower ridge and the main Kunzum range, the outlet being into Chandra River. Dinner & overnight stay in camp.

Day 06: Chandra Tal (4250 Mts/13940 Ft)

After breakfast explore the surroundings. One can go for a hike or chill out near by lake. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 07: Chandra Tal - Tokpo Yogma (4350 Mts/14300 Ft) 12 Kms 6 Hrs

After breakfast we will trek to Tokpo Yogma. Enjoy a good view of the mountain peaks and glaciers throughout the trek to reach Tokpo Gongma (4400 m). Stop for Packed lunch on the way to Tokpo Yogma. Tokpo means river in Tibetan and Gongma means big. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 08: Tokpo Yogma - Tokpo Gongma (4650 Mts/15250 Ft) 10 Kms/5 Hrs

Today we will trek to Tokpo Gongma with packed lunch via Tokpo Yogma River. In this trek we will use ropes for crossing the streams. On arrival set out camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 09: Tokpo Gongma - Baralacha (4950 Mts/16236 Ft) 10 Kms/5 Hrs - Manali (By Jeep)

Breakfast at the Camp, Today We start the day by crossing Tokpo Gongma (upper river). On this day we will have to hike for 10 kms to reach Baralacha La. Baralacha La (4950 M) is a double pass. It marks the divide between the Himalaya and Lahaul Ranges and also between the Himalaya and the Baralacha Range extending to the North. Packed lunch on theway to Baralacha, Baralacha (4883 m) is an interesting 8kms long pass and gives rise to three rivers viz Chandra,Bhaga and Yunam. Baralacha means 'pass with cross roads on summit '. Roads from Zanskar, Ladakh, Spiti and Lahaul meet on top of the pass. Upon arrival at Baralacha Pass our tour escort will meet you there with the Jeeps and drive straight to Manali for Dinner and Overnight stay.

Day 10: Manali - Delhi (525 Kms/12-13 Hrs)

The day for relax. In the evening drive to Delhi by AC Volvo coach. Overnight journey.

Day 11: Delhi

Arrive at Delhi by morning. On arrival transfers to hotel for relax. In the evening drive to international airport to catch onwards flight.

In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled or change of dates might happen, and in such cases the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.

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It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organizing your trip at least three months in advance. Please contact us for more information. Payment for booking your experience: The fee can be paid by Online Bank Transfer(NEFT)/Cheque deposit/ Demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your booking confirmation details via email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can secure your reservation efficiently and make further arrangements to logistics. In the event of cancellation of your booking due to any avoidable / unavoidable circumstances at your end, we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the date we receive the advice in writing, and cancellation charges would be as follows: -

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    As adventurous as it may seem, the trek can get dangerous at times if you are not precautionary enough. So it is advisable for a trekker to gear up with all the significant things such as :

    · Glares/Glasses for the eyes, keeping in mind the snowy and windy weather one faces during the trip.
    · Snowshoes, often known as crampons, with a perfect grip,
    · Facemask for the face.
    · Thermals and warm clothes for trekking in minus temperature.
    · Medical kits are a must.
    · And most importantly, get well acquainted with the ice layer conditions. It's a lot better to have a guide along. The safety lies in the numbers, larger the group, better the safety.

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    Experience of any high altitude trek at least 1 trek

    · The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance in 45minutes without a stress.
    · The climber should be able to carry a 10 kg backpack.
    · Heart problem, high blood pressure, asthma, and epilepsy cannot be reconciled on this mission. The climber must not have the conditions mentioned above.

    Back pack & rain cover (50 - 60 ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps
    · Day pack + rain cover 20 - 30 ltr (If hire a mule or porter)
    · Walking stick Advisable (At least one)
    · Head torch 1 Nos.
    · Water bottle/Hydration pack 2 bottles of one litre each
    · People who use hydration pack
    · 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter
    · Carry at least one thermos flask
    · Snacks Energy bars, dry fruits, electral/ors
    · Personal Medical Kit Consult your doctor
    · T-shirts 2 Full sleeves (Non-cotton)
    · Fleece T-shirts 1 Nos.

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