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Trek Portfolio

Guided treks that trace shepherd trails and monastery paths

Each itinerary is crafted with acclimatization days, community stays, and margins for mountain weather. Trek with locals who keep the pace intentional and the stories flowing.

Tents pitched on Triund meadow with the Dhauladhar peaks glowing at sunset
1 night / 2 daysModerate

Triund Trek (1N/2D)

A classic cedar-forest ascent that delivers sunset campfires on Triund ridge, starry skies, and sunrise chai with the Dhauladhar glowing gold.

Elevation
2,850 m
Distance
18 km return
Starts at
Dharamkot • 1,770 m
Route
Gallu Devi Temple → Triund Top → Dharamkot

Highlights

  • Trail briefing and warm-up stop at Gallu temple
  • Campfire dinner with local folk stories
  • Sunrise meditation facing the Kangra Valley
Trekkers walking across snow-dusted meadows en route to Snowline above Dharamkot
1 night / 2 daysModerate

Snowline Trek (1N/2D)

Extend the Triund experience with a bivouac at Snowline, glacier views, and a dawn walk to the Laka ice fields before descending to Dharamkot.

Elevation
3,300 m
Distance
20 km return
Starts at
Dharamkot • 1,770 m
Route
Triund Top → Snowline Meadows → Laka Glacier spur

Highlights

  • Evening chai at the Snowline hut
  • Blue hour photography of the glacier basin
  • Optional detour to Laka Glacier viewpoint
Hiker cresting a rocky ridge with high Himalayan peaks in the background
3 nights / 4 daysChallenging

Indrahar Pass Trek (3N/4D)

Push past the treeline into the high Dhauladhar, crossing snow gullies and scree to reach Indrahar Pass with sweeping views of the Ravi Valley.

Elevation
4,342 m
Distance
34 km return
Starts at
Dharamkot • 1,770 m
Route
Triund → Lahesh Cave → Indrahar Pass

Highlights

  • Technical training refresh at Snowline
  • Night under the stars at Lahesh Cave camp
  • Summit prayer flags at the Indrahar ridgeline
Kareri Lake reflecting surrounding peaks under a clear alpine sky
2 nights / 3 daysModerate

Kareri Lake Trek (2N/3D)

Follow pine forests and wooden bridges to the sacred Kareri Lake, staying with village hosts and sharing stories of the glacial temple site.

Elevation
2,950 m
Distance
28 km return
Starts at
Kareri Village • 1,800 m
Route
Kareri Village → Reoti Meadows → Kareri Lake

Highlights

  • Homestay welcome dinner in Kareri village
  • Lunch stop with Gujjar shepherd families
  • Golden hour reflections at the lakeside temple
Craggy spires of Moon Peak catching the first light of dawn
4 nights / 5 daysChallenging

Moon Peak Trek (4N/5D)

Traverse the Dhauladhar spine through Lahesh Cave and Chatta Paro to summit Moon Peak for 360° views stretching to the Pir Panjal range.

Elevation
4,650 m
Distance
42 km return
Starts at
Dharamkot • 1,770 m
Route
Triund → Lahesh Cave → Chatta → Moon Peak

Highlights

  • Glacier traverse practice beyond Lahesh
  • Summit sunrise above the Kangra cloud deck
  • Optional descent to the shepherd hamlet of Chatta
Emerald alpine lake surrounded by boulder fields and high ridgelines
5 nights / 6 daysChallenging

Seven Lake Trek (5N/6D)

A pilgrimage across seven alpine tarns linking Nag Dal, Lam Dal, and Kareri Lake with ridge walks, moraine crossings, and shepherd camps.

Elevation
4,050 m
Distance
58 km point-to-point
Starts at
Dharamkot • 1,770 m
Route
Dharamkot → Snowline → Nag Dal → Lam Dal → Kareri

Highlights

  • Sunrise reflections at Nag Dal
  • Ridge traverse between Lam Dal basins
  • Celebratory descent into Kareri village
Trekkers resting beside the turquoise waters of Nag Dal with jagged peaks behind
3 nights / 4 daysChallenging

Nag Dal Trek (3N/4D)

A focused alpine journey to the turquoise Nag Dal crater lake with ample acclimatization and storytelling evenings under the Milky Way.

Elevation
4,000 m
Distance
32 km return
Starts at
Dharamkot • 1,770 m
Route
Snowline → Nag Dal amphitheatre → Snowline

Highlights

  • Dhauladhar geology session at Snowline
  • Overnight beside the sacred Nag Dal waters
  • Stargazing and myth sharing with local guides
Trail winding into the lush Chamba Valley with layered ridges fading into the horizon
6 nights / 7 daysChallenging

Chamba Valley Trek (6N/7D)

Cross the Dhauladhar into the Chamba Valley, linking shepherd shelters with remote villages and finishing amid cedar groves near Choli.

Elevation
4,350 m
Distance
72 km point-to-point
Starts at
Dharamkot • 1,770 m
Route
Dharamkot → Triund → Lahesh Cave → Chatta Paro → Kwarsi → Choli

Highlights

  • Camp beneath Lahesh Cave's granite overhang
  • Trail blessing at Kwarsi's temple
  • Celebratory feast with Lamu and Choli villagers

Trek-ready protocols

Daily routine

Sunrise vitals check, trail brief with terrain highlights, and evening weather huddle with contingency planning.

Guest prep

Pre-departure gear audit via video call, hydration guidance one week out, and emergency contact registration for every trekker.

Gear redundancy

Each expedition carries backup communication (VHF + satellite), medical kits stratified for altitude ailments, and layered shelter systems.

Planning notes

How big are the trekking groups?

We keep groups intimate with a maximum of eight trekkers and two certified guides, ensuring personal attention and safety margins.

What gear do you provide?

We supply tents, sleeping systems, technical equipment, and communal gear. You bring personal clothing layers; rentals are available on request.