Shilpadhani Valley & Kaliheni Pass-6N/7D
πΊοΈ Destinations Covered: Manali, Lama Dugh, Riyali Thach, Shilpadhani Valley, Kaliheni Pass, Sangohar
Pickup & Drop:Manali Mall Road or ISBT. Optional: Bhuntar Airport (βΉ1,000 extra/person)
Price: βΉ20,499/- per person (Minimum 10 Pax)
π Tour Highlights
Trek through the untouched Shilpadhani Valley with lush alpine forests-Cross the high-altitude Kaliheni Pass (4,800m) for majestic Dhauladhar views-Offbeat trail near Manali with no tourist crowd-Camp in remote meadows, cross glacial streams & moraines-Ideal for nature lovers, photographers & experienced trekkers
ποΈ Tour Itinerary
πΊοΈ Destinations Covered: Manali, Lama Dugh, Riyali Thach, Shilpadhani Valley, Kaliheni Pass, Sangohar
ποΈ Day 1: Arrival in Manali β Briefing & Acclimatization Walk
- Check-in & orientation at base camp
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Local walk to Hadimba or Vashisht
Stay: Manali guesthouse
π² Day 2: Manali β Trek to Lama Dugh (3,300m)
- Start trek from Dhungri
- Moderate climb through oak, maple, and pine
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Reach beautiful Lama Dugh meadows
Stay: Tent camp at Lama Dugh
β°οΈ Day 3: Lama Dugh β Riyali Thach (3,800m)
- Trek through alpine terrain with valley views
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Reach Riyali Thach, shepherd grazing grounds
Stay: Tented campsite
ποΈ Day 4: Riyali β Kaliheni Base Camp β Shilpadhani Fork
- Tough day with rocky path & glacial streams
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Setup near Shilpadhani Valley junction
Stay: Campsite at base (near 4,100m)
π§ Day 5: Attempt Kaliheni Pass (4,800m) β Return to Base
- Early morning summit push to Kaliheni Pass
- Snow patches, panoramic views of Pir Panjal
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Return to base
Stay: Same campsite
π Day 6: Descend to Riyali β Lama Dugh
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Return trek through lush ridges
Stay: Lama Dugh tent camp
π Day 7: Lama Dugh β Manali & Departure
- Morning descend to Manali
- Refreshments and drop at Mall Road
π³ Payment Policy
- 30% at the time of booking
- 40% 3 days before the tour
- 30% on Day 2
π€οΈ Best Time to Visit
- Mid-June to September
- Snowbound & closed from October to May
β Inclusions
- Pickup/drop from Manali
- 1N guesthouse + 5N tented camping
- All meals (B/D + trek lunch)
- Experienced trek guide, cook, and support staff
- Tents, sleeping bags, mats, permits
- Bonfire (where permitted), medical kit
β Exclusions
- Travel to Manali from your city
- Bottled drinks, snacks, tips
- Mule/porter for personal bags (available on request)
- Emergency evacuation or insurance
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
π Terms & Conditions
- 30% advance to confirm
- Balance 70% before Day 1
- No refund if canceled within 7 days of tour
- Tour subject to weather and local permissions
π Must Carry
- Govt. ID (Aadhar, DL, etc.)
- Trekking shoes, daypack, rain jacket
- Warm clothing (thermals, fleece, down jacket)
- Torch, sunscreen, power bank
- 2 reusable water bottles, energy snacks
π« Doβs & Donβts
β Doβs
- Carry original ID proof
- Stay hydrated & follow trek leaderβs advice
- Pack light but wisely β layering is key
β Donβts
- Donβt litter β carry your waste back
- Avoid loud music or campfire misuse
- No smoking/alcohol during high-altitude days