Wilderness Trek – Hampta, Chandratal & Baralacha – Overview
A long wilderness loop from Manali over the Hampta Pass (4,270 m · trekking pass) to Chandratal, the Lake of the Moon, and on to the Baralacha La (4,890 m), returning by the same valley.
🗓️ Duration 17 days ⛰️ Max altitude 4,890 m (Baralacha La) 💪 Grade Strenuous 🌤️ Best time July – September 📍 Start – end Manali – Manali 🥾 Trek distance — 🪪 Permits Forest permit 💰 Price On request – depends on group size and dates. Ask on WhatsApp →
Wilderness Trek – Hampta, Chandratal & Baralacha Itinerary – Day by Day
Day 1 Manali (1,928 m) – Chika (2,960 m), 13 km Views of the Tokru – Shakru peaks. Day 2 Chika – Hampta Pass (4,270 m) – Chhatru (3,360 m), 16 km Day 3 Chhatru – Chhota Dara (3,740 m), 16 km Day 4 Chhota Dara – Batal (3,960 m), 16 km Day 5 Batal – Chandratal (4,270 m), 18 km Lake in an edelweiss meadow. Day 6 Chandratal – Tokpo Yongma (4,320 m), 12 km Day 7 Tokpo Yongma – Tokpo Gongma (4,640 m), 11 km Day 8 Tokpo Gongma – Baralacha La (4,890 m), 10 km Day 9 – 14 Return via Chandratal and Batal to Chhatru Six days back down the Chandra valley by the same route, with different campsites. Day 15 – 17 Chhatru – Rohtang Pass (3,978 m) – Manali Three days crossing back to the Kullu valley over the Rohtang Pass to Manali. Altitudes and distances are approximate. Stages can change with weather, snow and the group’s pace – your guide decides on the day.
Wilderness Trek – Hampta, Chandratal & Baralacha Route Map – Altitude & Distance
📏 About 112 km · ⛰️ Highest point 4,890 m
🚶 about 112 km on foot
🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 🚶 13 km 16 km 16 km 16 km 18 km 12 km 11 km 10 km 1,928 m Start Manali 2,960 m Day 1 Chika 4,268 m Hampta Pass 3,360 m Day 2 Chhatru 3,740 m Day 3 Chhota Dara 3,960 m Day 4 Batal 4,270 m Day 5 Chandratal 4,320 m Day 6 Tokpo Yongma 4,640 m Day 7 Tokpo Gongma 4,833 m Day 8 Baralacha La 3,360 m Day 14 Chhatru 3,978 m Day 16 Rohtang Pass 1,928 m Day 17 Manali ← Swipe on mobile to see the whole route → Distances and altitudes are approximate. 🚗 = by vehicle · 🚶 = on foot.
Wilderness Trek – Hampta, Chandratal & Baralacha on the Map
The full Himachal road map from our Manali taxi rates page . Bold black line = by vehicle on the road · brown dotted trail = on foot. Trek camps are not on the road map, so they are placed approximately along the trail.
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Wilderness Trek – Hampta, Chandratal & Baralacha – map Road map from Manali drawn from real coordinates (true compass directions; distances compressed away from Manali): local sightseeing, Sethan and Hampta; Chandigarh via Mandi, Bhuntar Airport and Kullu; Kasol, Manikaran, Tosh and Malana; Jibhi, Shoja, Jalori Pass to Rampur Bushahr; Rohtang Pass to Khoksar; Solang, Atal Tunnel and Sissu; Leh via Baralacha La or via Zanskar; Udaipur, Trilokinath, Killar and Chamba; Dharamshala and McLeodganj via Palampur; Pathankot, Dalhousie, Khajjiar, Chamba, Bharmour and the Mani Mahesh trek; Jammu, Katra and Amritsar; the Spiti – Kinnaur circuit via Atal Tunnel, Batal, Kunzum Pass, Kaza, Tabo, Nako, Reckong Peo and Kalpa to Rampur Bushahr, and on to Shimla via Luhri, Narkanda and Kufri; the Karsog valley road from Sundernagar or Pandoh to Luhri. Boundaries not shown.
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What is Included
✅ Included Experienced trek guide (and cook on camping treks) Tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, dining & toilet tents All meals on the trek (veg) Porters / mules for common luggage Transport to the trek start and from the end point as per itinerary First-aid kit ❌ Not included Personal porter / extra mule Insurance, rescue and evacuation costs Hotel stay before / after the trek unless mentioned Personal expenses, tips and anything not mentioned in inclusions
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Wilderness Trek – Hampta, Chandratal & Baralacha
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What to Carry
Trekking shoes with good grip Rucksack (40 – 50 L) and day pack Down / fleece jacket, thermals and rain jacket Cap, sunglasses, sunscreen and lip balm Water bottle, torch and personal medicines Original photo ID
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time for the Wilderness Trek – Hampta, Chandratal & Baralacha? July – September. The highest point is 4,890 m (Baralacha La).
How many days does the Wilderness Trek – Hampta, Chandratal & Baralacha take? 17 days from Manali to Manali.
Do you provide trekking equipment? Yes – tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, dining and toilet tents, cooking gear and first aid are provided on all camping treks. Bring your own rucksack, shoes and warm clothes.
How do I book a trek? Send your dates and group size on WhatsApp (+91-98162-56954). We confirm the itinerary and the all-inclusive price in writing; an advance confirms the booking.
Is the itinerary fixed? No – every trek can be shortened, extended or combined with a Manali stay or tour package. Weather and snow can change the daily stages.
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