Hampta Pass is a moderate crossover trek near Manali, Himachal Pradesh, of about 25 km over 4 trekking days, crossing a pass at roughly 4,270 m (about 14,000 ft). It links the forested Kullu valley to the dry, stark Lahaul valley and is usually done between mid-June and mid-October.
About the Hampta Pass trek
Hampta Pass is one of the classic Himalayan crossovers: a few days of forests, meadows and river campsites on the Kullu side, then a climb over the pass with views of Indrasan and Deo Tibba, and a descent into the cold desert of Lahaul.
When to go
Best months: Jun–Oct
- Jannot recommended
- Febnot recommended
- Marnot recommended
- Aprnot recommended
- Maynot recommended
- Junrecommended
- Julrecommended
- Augrecommended
- Seprecommended
- Octrecommended
- Novnot recommended
- Decnot recommended
The season runs from mid-June to mid-October. Early-season treks usually see snow on the pass; late monsoon brings greener meadows on the Kullu side.
How difficult is it?
- Easy
- Easy–Moderate
- Moderate
- Moderate–Difficult
- Difficult
The trek involves two glacial stream crossings on foot and a steep climb and descent on pass day, where snow can linger early in the season. It suits fit beginners and trekkers with some experience.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day 1
Drive from Manali to Jobra, trek to Jwara
- Day 2
Jwara to Balu ka Gera
- Day 3
Balu ka Gera to Shea Goru via Hampta Pass
- Day 4
Shea Goru to Chatru
- Day 5
Optional Chandratal visit and drive back to Manali
How to reach
- Nearest city
- Manali
- Nearest airport
- Bhuntar Airport, Kullu
Common questions
How difficult is the Hampta Pass trek?
It is graded moderate. The pass day is long and steep, and there are two glacial stream crossings, but daily distances are otherwise manageable.
When is the best time for Hampta Pass?
Mid-June to mid-October, when the pass is open and road access to Lahaul is available.
How high is Hampta Pass?
About 4,270 m (roughly 14,000 ft).