It is a high-altitude trek of moderate intensity. It passes through the remotest, virgin, and un-spoilt scenic region of Himanchal Pradesh with trails cutting across mountain rocks, wooden bridges, icy gradients, Green meadows, fir, oak forests, and snowfields.

What to Expect

Trek leaders qualified in mountaineering course, very well trained in rescue procedures, and certified in first aid.

Personalized attention to each and every participant.

Paramount concern for the safety of all the participants and staff members.

Certified equipment.

No repeat in the food menu.

Campsites at vantage locations.

Neat and clean camping sites.

Hygienic, nutritious, and variety in meals.

Small number of participants in the group.

The pristine glory of high-altitude water falls.

Surrounding intrigue and customs of villages on the trail.

Great concern for the environment and its preservation during each step of the trek.

Carpeted meadows, snow-capped mountain peaks, chirping of birds, and numerous varieties of flowers.

Employment generation for local population though sustainable tourism.

Departure & Return Location

Departure from Shimla New Bus Stand and the Trip Calls off at Shimla New Bus Stand.

Departure Time

6.30 AM.

Itinerary

Day 1. Shimla-Chanshal Pass-Kwar/Jiskun village: 8,700 Feet.

Early morning assemble at New Bus Stand of Shimla for the scenic journey in the exclusive vehicle to Kwar village/Jiskun through Chanshal Pass and Dodra village. It will be a long journey, and we will be reaching Kwar in the evening. On the way, we will have a lunch break. There is a brief halt at Chanshal Pass to enjoy 360 degrees of panoramic views of the carpet of meadows, various flowers, and changing colors of mighty peaks. Evening tea will be at Dodra village, with ample time to visit unique temples there.

Dodra village: It is a highly serene and stunning village nestled in a remote area of Himanchal Pradesh above 2500mts sea level. We will be visiting the Jakha Dev Temple, known for its extraordinary rituals and artistic beauty. After spending time here, we’ll be moving to Kwar /Jiskun village for an overnight stay.

Kwar village: This village is the center of this region. The first bus entered this village in 2009, and it was the first time that villagers enjoyed the journey in a bus speaks loudly about the remoteness of this place. The plans were approved in 2004 to build a road from Rohru to Kwar Village. The Devta (Village deity) refused permission for this plan resulting in s delay in construction. The concept of life is such that one should have four sons. One duty is grazing the livestock, second for agriculture, third for looking after the household’s daily needs, and fourth for as a reliever if anything goes wrong with the other three sons.
Beautiful temples and green fields of the villagers are soothing to the eyes and souls apart from the picturesque surroundings of the village. After visiting this enchanting village, an overnight stay will be in Kwar/Jiskun village.

Day 2. Kwar/Jiskun-Jakha: 6 kms. Trek,5 hours,8700 feet

After breakfast, we will be undertaking breathtaking trekking to Jakha village, around 6 km from Jiskun/Kwar. The First three km up to the wooden bridge on River Rupin is downhill, and the next three km are uphill to Jakha Village. We will be passing through forests of Oak, Walnut, Pine, and Fir trees. It is a challenging trek but also rewarding as you look back from where you started. Beautiful scenery with Rupin River flowing besides is an experience of a lifetime. Small shops selling eatables are available on this part of the trail. Lunch and overnight stay will be in the Jakha village.

Day 3. Jakha- Dandreyas Thatch (Lower Water Fall) 11 km. Trek, 8 Hours, 11680 feet.

On this day, the trail is 11 km long but not so complicated, and it will take us to an altitude of 11,580 meters to lower the waterfall in eight hours. On this day we will have a packed lunch. It will pass through Snow Bridge along with the Rupin River. Rhododendron, in all its beauty in white, purple, and pink colors, will be scattered all over the trek. The chirping of birds synchronizes with the sound of the Rupin River flowing beside the trek, creating a fantastic symphony of nature throughout the trek. Water bottles filled from the river. Overnight stay will be in camps at lower waterfall/ Dandreyas Thatch.

Day 4. Dandreyas Thatch-Upper Water Fall: 3.5 km trek, 3.5 Hours, 13,120 feet.

On this day, we will proceed to Upper Water Fall. This part of the trail is the most picturesque of the whole trek, with snow patches all around, streams coming down from melting glaciers, pure water, air, and captivating sceneries all around. It is an ascending trek throughout but most rewarding. Lunch at the campsite and further details shared for the next day’s summit by the trek leader, Do’s, Don’t, and How to proceed.

Day 5. Upper Water Fall-Rupin Pass-Ronti Gad: 9 Kms Trek, 10 Hours, 13420 feet.

It is the most exciting day of the trek as we will attempt to cross Rupin Pass and proceed to Ronti Gad. The trek is quite steep, and 250 meters of Rupin Gully demands maneuverability. On this day, instructions from the trek leader will come in handy with the knowledge and experience of the trek leader guiding at every step we will cross Rupin Pass. From there, it is a steep descent to Ronti Gad. On the way, we will have a packed lunch and will reach Ronti Gad campsite for a night stay in the evening.

Day 6. Buffer Day Ronti Gad-Sangla Kanda-Sangla: 12 km Trek, 6 Hours, 8,800 feet.

This day is of deep descent to Sangla. With amazing views of Kinner Kailash, the trail passes through green meadows, blue pine forest, and Sangla Kanda Lake. We will be halting at the lake to appreciate the beauty of the surroundings. The view of small villages with children going to school is a feast to the eyes. The trail descends till Sangla through Sangla Kanda. Overnight stay will be in Sangla.

Day 7. Sangla-Shimla: 220 kms, 10 Hours.

On this day, after early breakfast, we will leave for Shimla. We reach Shimla by 4.00 pm. Trip concludes.

(Buses for Delhi can be boarded up to 11.00 p.m. in the night from Shimla Bus stand.)

Inclusions

Transport : From Shimla to Kwar and from Sangla to Shimla, it can be cruiser, Bolero, Tempo Traveller, or minibus depending on the number of participants.
Accommodation: Home Stay/Camping/Hotel on twin sharing basis
Meals: All simple vegetarian meals during the trek starting from dinner at the Kwar to breakfast at Sangla.
Taxes: All transport permit charges and accommodation taxes.
• Trek Leader: The services of the professionally qualified and well-trained in rescue procedures throughout the trek.
Permits: All forest permits charges.
Camping Charges: All camping charges.
Safety Equipment: First aid kit, medical kit, oxygen cylinder, stretchers, etc.

Included Activities

Shimla: Meet and greet interactive session.
Shimla: Introductory session on overall nature of the trek.
Kwar: Village Walk, to understand the way of life and beliefs of the villagers and to get the feel of the place.
The session on the basics of trekking and sustainable trekking.
Lower Water Fall: Training on how to pitch a tent.
Lower Water Fall: Session on acclimatization and how to avoid AMS.
Upper Water Fall: Session and training on Rappelling and Snow slide.

Exclusions

Meals during transfer to the Kwar/Jiskun from Shimla and return from Sangla.
Backpack offloading charges-Rs 1800 plus 5 percent GST for the full trek for up to 9 kg backpack. Last minute offloading Rs 400/- per day.
Expenses of personal nature
Tips and gratitude.
Only meals as mentioned in inclusions.
Any Insurance.
Services not specified above.
Any cost incurred due to inclement weather or medical condition.
5% GST.

Dates & Availability

Available dates for booking: 2022-05-07, 2022-05-08, 2022-05-14, 2022-05-15, 2022-05-21, 2022-05-22, 2022-05-28, 2022-05-29, 2022-06-04, 2022-06-05, 2022-06-11, 2022-06-12, 2022-06-18, 2022-06-19, 2022-06-25, 2022-06-26, 2022-09-03, 2022-09-10, 2022-09-17, 2022-09-24, 2022-10-01, 2022-10-08

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FAQ

Q 1. Where is Rupin Pass trek in India?

Ans. Rupin Pass trek starts from Jiskun Village in Shimla district. It ends at Sangla in Kinnaur District in Himachal Pradesh. The altitude of Rupin Pass is 4650 meters.

Q 2. What is the best time to do Rupin Pass trek?

Ans. The best time to do the Rupin Pass trek is May-June and September-October. One should not venture in this trek in the Monsoon months, torrential rains lashing the Rupin valley during this period. After October, heavy snow engulfs the trail, making it complicated. The September-October months are best to undertake this trek. After the monsoon, the sight of abundant waterfalls makes the trekkers delighted. The weather is also quite pleasant. The sky is much clearer. The presence of greener meadows recently fed with monsoon is ecstatic and a paradise for photography.

Q 3. The best route to do Rupin Pass trek?

Ans. There are two routes to do the Rupin Pass trek. One starts from Dhaula-Sewa-Jiskun-Jakha-Lower Waterfall-Upper Waterfall-Ronti Gad-Sangla. The second one starts from Jiskun itself then follows the same route as mentioned earlier. For the first route, one must travel 220 km from Dehradun to Dhaula by road from where trekking starts. In the second route, one must travel 220 km by road from Shimla through Chanshal Pass to Jiskun, from where the trek to Rupin Pass begins. Out of these two routes, the second route from Jiskun is much more rewarding due to the facts:-

• This trek is shorter in duration. Instead of seven days, it takes five days.
• It also covers Chanshal Pass, from where sunsets are a world-famous surreal experience.
• The ride from Shimla to Jiskun Village is far more exciting than from Dehradun to Dhaula Village. The Chirgaon-Jiskun stretch of road is most gratifying. The sight of multicolor flowers, frequent waterfalls, green meadows, dancing clouds, colorful skyline, and shifting topography is the just out of the world experience.
• You don’t have to walk on the coal tar road in scorching heat to reach Jiskun village on the second day of the trek, as in route one from Dhaula village.
• The time taken by road from Shimla to Jiskun Village is less than the Dehradun to Dhaula Village.

Q 4. Is Rupin Pass trek difficult?

Ans. Rupin Pass trek is moderately complex. Up to the upper waterfall campsite, it is moderate. From there up to the crossover of Rupin Pass, it is a little bit difficult, as one has to walk on snow and it is slippery. Good trek organizers provide crampons and other equipment for this particular stretch.

Q 5. What about ATM availability during Rupin Pass Trek in India?

Ans. No. ATM facilities are not available during the trek. ATM facilities are available in Shimla and Rohru only. One shall carry enough personal cash for this trek.

Q 6. What kind of clothes are to be carried for the Rupin Pass trek in India?

Ans. Heavy woolens loose enough for comfortable trekking, raincoat, and trekking pole to be carried for this trek.

Q 7. Is the Rupin Pass trek worth doing?

Ans.Yes. On this trek, every day, there is a change of scenery due to the vibrant topography. Meadows, virgin valleys, waterfalls, dense forests, and very hospitable people are some of the highlights of this trek.

Rupin Pass Trek through Chanshal Pass

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