Trek to Deo Tibba base camp with Ravi Thakur

Akash Narayanan
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4 min readApr 3, 2019

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Trek Altitude: 13775m
Trek Level: Moderate
Trek Duration: 7 days
Trek Region: Uttarakhand
Trek Distance: 40kms

Day1- Reach Manali and camp at Prini(3kms)

Situated in south of Manali, Prini is a quiet and green village that is home to Alpine forest. Glaciers, wide valleys, and gushing waters make Prini a preferred, and perfect holiday destination for travellers. Prini is a remote village. A cab will be provided to trekkers from Manali to Prini. Trekkers will be able to relish local Manali food and camp at Prini.

Day 2 : Start from Prini -Drive to AD Hydro Project Tunnel Point — Trek to Chikka (Approx. 3350m)

Report to Manali at 8 AM, and meet up with your fellow trekkers, then go on drive for 12km to the AD Hydro Project Tunnel point. You then resume your trek from Khanol, that follows a gradual ascent through thick pine forest that opens at Chikka, our campsite for the day. There is a Nag Mandir at this spot. Overnight stay in camps. Packed lunch will be served on the way. Chikka will be the first campsite in your trek.

Day 3 : Trek from Chikka to Dudu Pathar (Approx. 3600m)

Today’s trek will be a gradual one, along the bank of Jagatsukh river which then enters thick forests, giving way to boulders and carpet of wildflowers. We are then introduced to the meadows of Dudu, which is at a distance of 4km from Chikka. At Dudu, Overnight stay in camps.

Day 4 : Trek from Dudu to Seri (Approx. 3800m)

Today’s trek will be a gradual ascent towards your third campsite at Seri, which is at a distance of 4km from Dudu. From Seri, which was once a glacial lake, you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the Jagatsukh peak. The camping site has many small and big streams along with Tainta waterfall in the background.

Day 5 : Trek from Seri to Chandrataal Lake-Deo Tibba Base Camp (Approx. 4480m)

Today’s trek starts right after breakfast, and proceeds through terrain covered in moraine, to the small lake of Chandrataal, which is at the base of the 6000m Deo Tibba Peak. Today we begin our trek by walking on the meadow and then stream crossing which is the grub to Jagatsukh Nala. The trail now consists of steep climb through the boulders and leads to the moraines field. This is also the birthplace of the river Dhugan. After spending some time at the lake, you retrace your steps back to the camp at Seri.

Day 6: Trek from Seri — Chikka

Today, We will retrace our way back to Chikka through the meadows of Seri, to party along with your new friends from this eventful journey. In the evening, fun games will be held around a bonfire, along with delicious food to treat your taste buds. Overnight stay in camps at Chikka.

Day7 : Chikka- Jagatsukh-Manali (4–5 hours)

Today, you shall descend towards the AD Power Project Tunnel Point, where four wheeler would be waiting, to drive you to Manali, via Jagatsukh village. From Manali, you shall proceed with your journey back home, with a sack full of fond memories of your great Himalayan adventure.

Cost: INR 9000 for a group of 15

Inclusions:

- Expert trek leader, cooking and support team

- Accommodation in tents

- All meals(vegetarian)

- Sleeping bags

Highlight: Different food menu for all days. 2 local dishes will be served providing the trekkers a flavor of Manali.

Points to note:

- Offloading Charges — INR 300 per day

- Trekkers are requested to carry their own cutlery, preferably a small tiffin box, spoon and coffee mug.

- 2 to 3 toilet tents will be setup at each campsite

- The trek is suitable for all first time trekkers

This trek is organized by Ravi Thakur in association with Hampta View Adventures.

Ravi Thakur hails from village Banara. When you click ‘Contact’ on his Sherpafeet profile, and enter your details. You will get his phone number on SMS/Email. Ravi will also receive your phone number by SMS.

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