Day 1 :
Reporting and Acclimatization. Receiving at Rumsu
base camp. Registration and orientation. Aclimitization walk to Naggar
town, and then trek back to Rumsu base camp. The trek route from Naggar
to Rumsu resort is very informative and interesting. The trek covers
many famous places like Gowrishankar temple 11th-century old shiva
temple, Tripura sundari temple, Naggar castle and Roerich art gallery.
Naggar's glory is reflected in many famous temples in the vicinity of
Castle Fort. This old castle is a marvelous medieval building. A
further walk lead us to Tripura Sundari temple which is a beautiful
example of Pahadi style Temples. Later on one could also see Roerich
Art Gallery on their way. Orientation regarding the trek will be given
by the chief organizer in the evening. The orientation will cover
information like ruck sack packing, marching/walking technique and
general awareness about the trek route. Overnight stay at Rumsu.
Day 2 : Drive to Kasol, trek to Grahan village ( 4-5 hours)
The trek starts from the centre of Kasol and keeps to the true left of
the Grahan nalah. The trail is easy and frequently used by locals.
The trail goes through lovely pine forests. The ascend is gentle and
easy. One can effortlessly cover much distance in a couple of hours.
After Grahan nalah the trail becomes rocky and climbing uphill, away
from the right bank of the river. Buras (Rhododendrons) grow in the
forest. Rhododendron petals can be eaten whole and the syrup can be
mixed with water to make a refreshing drink. After a steep climb of
about an hour, one reaches the village of Grahan, situated at the top.
Overnight stay in tents at Grahan.
Day 3 : Grahan to Min Thach ( 4-5 hours)
In the morning we climb towards the north of camping ground at Grahan.
Villagers can be seen using this path for Min Thach. After walking for a
while, one can see Min Thach, Nagaru, and Sar Top on the mountain to
the right. The trail also becomes steeper and leads into the woods. The
slope becomes steeper and the path is confusing in some places. After
crossing the forest we arrive in Min Thach. Chandrakhani stretch and
other ranges are visible clearly from here.
Day 4 : Min Thach to Nagaru (4-6 hours)
Trek from Min Thach to Nagaru goes into the woods. It is difficult part
of the trek, the slope falls steeply to the valley below and the snow
may be slippery. After crossing steep slope for a couple of hours, one
finally reaches Nagaru campsite. Facing north, one can see magnificent
mountains across the Parvati valley, the town of Manikaran is also
visible. Night is very cold due to the chilling wind. It is advisable
to sleep early to avoid cold and the next day involves an early start.
Day 5 : Nagaru to Biskeri Thach via Sar Pass ( 6-8 hours)
Next day we have to make an early start, as the climb is steep through
the snow. Sar pass and the elevated peaks of the Tosh valley are now
visible.
As one reaches the top, the view is exhilarating. After that the slide
is the most fun and completely harmless as long as some precautions are
taken. The slide takes one as far as a kilometre to a gentler slope of
the valley. Valley arrives after walking for an hour. This is the
campsite of Biskeri Thach, which is reached after crossing a few
streams.
Day 6 : Biskeri Thach to Barshaini and drive back to Rumsu base camp ( 4-5 hours)
Biskeri presents a sublime view of the pine forests, the majestic
mountains and the lovely grasslands. From Biskeri, a path goes down
steeply across a plot of land with fencing all around. After crossing
the dense forest for a good time, one spots a crossing on a stream, with
a campsite across. The path to the village of Pulga goes to the left of
the campsite. The twin villages of Pulga and Tulga are separated by a
stream. From Tulga, we have to cross a bridge on the river Parvati, to
reach the village of Barshaini. Jeep ride to Rumsu base camp.
Day 7 : Departure
After breakfast participants can take departure from Base camp.
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