For those wishing to experience the ethereal beauty of Himachal
Pradesh, the Bhaba Pass trek is an ideal trekking expedition to venture
on to. The pass lies at an altitude of 15,200 ft. and connects the
contrasting valleys of Kinnaur and Spiti in Himachal.
Area : Himachal Pradesh
Duration : 11 Days (5 days travelling/6 days trekking)
Best Season : Mid June - Mid October
Grade :Tough
Altitude : 5260mts/17250ft
Total Trekking : 86 K.M
One of the most alluring treks in the Himachal region, the Bhaba Pass
trek unfolds a new mystery at every turn and provides you with all the
thrills and adventures you are looking for in this trek. Though, the
trek is not a very challenging one but, it still requires a good
understanding of snow conditions and a fair amount of physical fitness.
To reach the pass, you will have to be mentally prepared to cross
gurgling rivers, climb steep and snowy slopes, walk on glacial beds and
pass through narrow gorges and rocky moraines. Needless to say, the
divine beauty of snow-clad mountain peaks, charming hamlets, stunning
apple orchards, dewy meadows, carpets of alpine flowers, virgin forests
and gorgeous landscapes following you through the route will make your
journey easy and rewarding. Once you reach the Bhaba Pass, breath-taking
vistas of surrounding mountains, Kinnaur and Spiti valleys and
Pin-Parvati Pass, will make you speechless and you will want to stay
here till eternity. Descent from the Bhaba Pass takes you through the
Pin valley that lies on the periphery of the Pin Valley National Park,
giving ample opportunities to have a glimpse at rare Himalayan birds and
animals including snow leopards, ibex, and Himalayan fox.
The Bhaba Pass trek, besides offering you an opportunity to soak your
souls in exquisite scenic beauty and wildlife adventures, also offers
you chances to interact with local Himachali people living in extreme
cold conditions sometimes even braving atrocities of weather. You will
also have an opportunity to witness a dramatic shift in landscapes,
cultures, language, and people as you move from end of the pass to the
other, leaving you amazed and astounded.
Usually commencing from the hill town of Shimla and ending at Manali
via Kaza, Kunzum La and Rohtang Pass, the Bhaba Pass trek can be
completed in 8-10 days.
Bhaba Pass Trekking Tour Highlights
Opportunity for sight-seeing at Shimla and Manali.
Opportunity to visit famous Buddhist monasteries like Tabo and Ki monasteries.
Opportunity to have Yak rides, watch Bhuchen performances and learn the basics of indigenous pottery at Spiti valley.
Opportunity to get an insight in Himalayan village life.
Opportunity to stay in overnight camps along flowing river streams amidst deep silence and serenity.
Opportunity to have glimpse at rare Himalayan wildlife species.
Best Time to Visit Bhaba Pass Trek
The Bhaba Pass can be trekked anytime between May and October but,
the ideal time is after the end of monsoon season that lasts from June
till August. Though May does not face monsoon showers but, you can find
snow along the route making the path slippery and tough to climb.
Where is the Bhaba Pass Trek
Bhaba Pass is the gateway between Kinnaur and Spiti valleys in
Himachal Pradesh and is frequently used by local shepherds to crossover
between two valleys.
How to Reach Bhaba Pass Trek?
The trek starts from Shimla, so one needs to reach this beautiful hill town to begin with the expedition.
By Air: You can book a domestic flight from Delhi or
Chandigarh to the 'Jubbarhati Airport', located in Shimla.
Private/shared taxis can be easily availed from the Shimla airport to
reach Kafnoo, from where the actual trek begins.
By Rail: Kalka is the nearest railway station
connected through Delhi and Chandigarh railway stations. To reach
Shimla, Himachal state run buses or taxis can be hired from outside the
Kalka station. A toy train also runs between Kalka and Shimla. If time
permits, do take this option to have a memorable experience of a train
journey that passes through winding hilly trails and tunnels.
By Road: Volvo, Himachal state run buses, Delhi tourism buses and taxis can be directly hired from Delhi and Chandigarh up till Shimla.
