BRIEF ITINERARY
- Day 1: Manali- Jobri(Drive)- Chikka ||(16Km Drive&3 Km Trek)
- Day 2: Chikka -Balu ka Ghera ||(7 Km Trek)
- Day 3:Balu ka Ghera – HamptaPass Summit – Shea Goru ||(10 Km Trek)
- Day 4: Shea Goru – Chattru – Chandertal(Drive)-Return Chattru ||(5 KM Trek&70 Km drive)
- Day 5: Chattru – Manali Base camp (80 Km Drive)
Day 1 : Manali – Jobri (Drive) – Chikka || (16 Km Drive & 3 Km Trek)
- Arrival at our Base Camp in Aleo, Manali, start with a short drive to Jobri (approx. 16 km).
- Begin your trek from Jobri to Chikka (around 3 km, 2–3 hours).
- Enjoy scenic trails through pine forests and river crossings.
- Reach Chikka – a lush green campsite with a waterfall and views of Deo Tibba.
- Reach camp, have evening tea/snacks, and spend the night under the stars.
Day Meals: Pack Lunch, Snacks & Dinner
DAY 2: Chikka – Balu ka Ghera || (7 Km Trek)
- After breakfast, start trekking along the riverbank and across rocky terrain.
- Cross multiple streams and boulders as you gain altitude.
- Witness the stunning views of Indrasan and Deo Tibba peaks.
- Reach Balu ka Ghera – a high-altitude meadow used as a glacier bed.
- Settle at the campsite and prepare for the challenging day ahead.
Day Meals: Breakfast, Pack Lunch, Snacks & Dinner
DAY 3: Balu ka Ghera – Hampta Pass Summit – Shea Goru || (10 Km Trek)
- Wake up early and begin the ascent to Hampta Pass (14,100 ft).
- Navigate steep trails, snow patches, and thrilling climbs.
- Reach the Hampta Pass top and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views.
- Descend towards Shea Goru through scree and moraine.
- Camp overnight in Shea Goru – a cold desert campsite surrounded by peaks.
Day Meals: Breakfast, Pack Lunch, Snacks & Dinner
DAY 4: Shea Goru – Chattru – Chandertal (Drive) – Return Chattru || (6 KM Trek & 70 Km drive)
- Begin your descent with a 6 km trek to Chhatru, crossing streams and rocky terrain.
- Freshen up and take a break at Chhatru roadside dhabas.
- Drive 70 km to Chandratal Lake, also known as the Moon Lake (weather permitting).
- Spend time at the lake capturing its magical reflections and serene vibe.
- Return to Chhatru and stay overnight in tents near the valley.
Day Meals: Breakfast, Hot Lunch, Snacks & Dinner
DAY 5: Chattru – Manali Base camp (80 Km Drive)
- After breakfast, begin your return journey to Manali via the Atal Tunnel.
- Enjoy the drastic landscape changes from barren Spiti to green Kullu Valley.
- Reach Manali base camp by afternoon and collect certificates (if applicable).
- Refresh and Chill in Star Adventure Camp or relax in café.
- End your unforgettable trek with cherished memories and group photos.
Day Meals: Breakfast Only.
INCLUSIONS
- Travel Arrangements
- Local transport from Aleo Base Camp to Jobri and Chhatru to Manali in a tempo traveler or similar.
- Accommodation
- Stay in tents (triple/quad sharing) during the trek.
- High-quality camping gear: tents, sleeping bags, mats.
- Meals
- All veg meals during the trek (Day 1 Lunch to Day 5 breakfast).
- Nutritious and hygienic food with evening snacks, soup, and desserts at campsites.
- Trek Equipment
- First-aid kit and oxygen cylinder for emergency use.
- Toilet tents (Dry Washrooms) for hygienic sanitation.
- Trek Team
- Certified and experienced trek leaders and local guides.
- Supporting staff including cooks, helpers, and porters for logistics.
- Permits, Fees & Certificate
- All necessary permits and entry fees for Hampta Pass and camping.
- Trek completion certificate from The Star Adventure.
EXCLUSIONS
- Personal Expense
- Meals during transit or stay in Manali (other than mentioned).
- Mineral water, soft drinks, energy bars, snacks, etc.
- Charges for cloak room, personal porters or offloading backpack.
- Unforeseen Expenses
- Costs incurred due to roadblocks, weather delays, landslides, strikes, or natural calamities.
- Additional accommodation or food during delays.
- Insurance & Medical Expenses
- Any kind of travel, trek, or personal insurance.
- Expenses arising due to medical issues, evacuation, or accidents.
- Expenses for treatment in case of acute mountain sickness or other personal health issues.
- Chandrataal Entry fee if open
BOOKING PROCESS
| CAMP SHARING | PRICE |
| QUAD SHARING | Rs. 4,999/- |
| TRIPLE SHARING | Rs. 5,499/- |
Note: Kindly Deposit 1,000/- pp advance to confirm your slot, rest of the amount will be collected at base camp in Manali
OUR REGISTRATION PROCESS IS VERY SIMPLE, SUBMIT BELOW MENTIONED DETAILS ON MIDLIFEHOLIDAYS@GMAIL.COM OR +91-9317562301
Things To Carry
- Essential Trekking Gear
- Backpack (50-60 Litres) – Comfortable with good support straps.
- Daypack (10-20 Litres) – For short hikes or during summit day (optional but handy).
- Trekking Shoes – Sturdy, waterproof, with good ankle support.
- Trekking Pole(s) – For balance and support on uneven terrain.
- Headlamp/Flashlight – With extra batteries.
- Clothing (Layering is Key)
- Base Layer – 2-3 moisture-wicking t-shirts.
- Insulation Layer – 1-2 fleece or light woolen sweaters.
- Outer Layer – Down or padded jacket (must-have for cold nights).
- Rain Jacket/Poncho – Waterproof & windproof.
- Trekking Pants – 2-3 quick-dry and stretchable.
- Thermal Wear – 1 pair for nights.
- Gloves – 1 waterproof & 1 woolen.
- Woolen Cap/Beanie – To keep head and ears warm.
- Sun Hat/Cap – For sun protection.
- Socks – 3-4 pairs (2 woolen + 2 regular).
- Personal Hygiene
- Toiletries – Biodegradable soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, lip balm.
- Wet Wipes & Sanitizer – For freshness & hygiene.
- Towel – Lightweight microfiber.
- Toilet Paper/Tissue Roll – Essential in the mountains.
- Sunscreen & Moisturizer – SPF 30+ and non-oily.
- Health & Safety
- Personal Medical Kit – Basic meds for headache, nausea, cold, fever, etc.
- Diamox – For high-altitude sickness (only if recommended by a doctor).
- Band-aids & Muscle Spray – For cuts, blisters or joint pains.
- Other Essentials
- Water Bottles (2L total) or a hydration pack.
- Lunch Box – For Pack Lunch.
- Snacks – Dry fruits, energy bars, glucose powder, ORS.
- Sunglasses – UV protection (essential in snow).
- Power Bank – No Electricity in camps.
- ID Proof – Mandatory for verification.
How to Reach Base Camp at Manali ?
- By Volvo Bus (Most Preferred Option)
- From Delhi/Chandigarh:
- Regular Volvo and deluxe buses are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate or Majnu Ka Tila (Delhi) and Sector 43 ISBT (Chandigarh).
- Duration: 12–14 hours from Delhi | 8–10 hours from Chandigarh.
- You’ll reach Manali Bus Stand, (You have to come our base camp in Aleo, Manali. Just 2.5 Kms. distance from Volvo stand.
- (Tip: Auto will charge 150 per person on sharing basis)
- By Train
- Nearest railway station: Chandigarh (approx. 290 km from Manali)
- Take a train to Chandigarh, then hire a cab or take a bus to Manali.
- Duration: 8–10 hours by road from Chandigarh
- By Air
- Nearest airport: Bhuntar (Kullu-Manali Airport), 50 km from Manali
- Limited flights from Delhi to Bhuntar. After landing, take a cab or local transport to reach Manali.
- Note: Flights are often affected by weather.
Cancellation Policy
- Registration Charges are non refundable and transferable.
- If cancellations are made within 7 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of tour package amount will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancel 15 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of tour package amount will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancel 30 days before the start date of the trip, 25% of tour package amount will be charged as cancellation fees. In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled and in such cases, we will try our best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same. In case of Lockdown in destination place, credit shell will be released, you can use it in future bookings, after deduction of IRCTC/Airline Cancellation Charges.
- Registration Charges are non refundable. In case of Any Refund, Credit shell will be issued, which can be used further in Any trip within 365 days of issue.
Terms & Condition
- Full Payment of the trip cost must be made before the first day of trip begins. Pending Payments may eventually lead to the Cancellation of the trip.
- Standard check in time 11 AM so early check in subject to availability. Your cooperation will be appreciable.
- Transportation shall be provided as per the itinerary and will not be at disposal( AC will not work on hills ).
- Package rates are subject to change without prior notice, Force Majeure events, strikes, fairs, festivals, weather conditions, traffic problems, overbooking of hotels / flights, cancellation / rerouting of flights, closure of / entry restrictions at a place of visit, etc. While we will do our best to make suitable alternate arrangements, we would not be held liable for any refunds/compensation claims arising out of this.
- Cancel bookings even after the acceptance of the payment without assigning any reason. In this case the company shall refund the money to the guest. Dismiss any guest from the tour for misbehavior especially if it affects the group and Physical or verbal assault to the Tour Manager without any refunds.
- Change hotel and/tour programme due to unavoidable circumstances.
- Registration once booked cannot be cancelled , transferred and exchanged. Travellers have to wait for repair if in case breakdown the vehicle. Travellers are sole responsible for any mishappening, theft, loss, injuries, illegal activities such as carry banned drugs, unlawful activities during the tour.
- No act of misconduct or indiscipline shall be tolerated on the tours. We are a travel company and we aspire to bring to you a hassle free and memorable experience.
- In case of breakdown of the vehicle ,travellers have to wait for repair or other alternate option arranged by the company. , If in case 4by4 pickup vehicle require due to heavy snow or road jam client should pay extra Travelers are sole responsible for any mishappening , theft , loss , injuries ,illegal activities such as carry banned drugs , unlawful activities during the tour.
- Travelers must take care of their luggage & belongings. The management shall not be accountable for missing items along the tour.
- Covid Guidelines must be followed by all travellers .
- Our time of departure is fixed must depart by the stated time & keep their status updated with the trip Manager(s). Anyone missing the bus shall not be eligible for any refunds. We shall call you twice before the schedule departure.
- Travelers can not drink or smoke in the vehicle during the trip. Any kind of misbehavior that happened during the trip, the Trip manager has the whole and sole responsibility to cancel your trip on the same point.
- Virtual Travel Manager will be appointed.
- Midlife Holidays reserves the right to take photographs of participants of a tour with their concerns that may be used for promotional purposes. Participants who would prefer their image not be used must identify themselves to the tour leader/company at the commencement of a trip
- Company has rights to terminate any person during trip due to misconduct / anti social activities / breaching of rules – laws / illegal activities / disrespectful to any person , in this case we will refund amount of the remaining trip.
- The Volvo bus halts for lunch/dinner wherever required are predefined by the vendor and cannot be changed by us as per our convenience.