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pha konda trek

Duration
5 Days/4 Nights
Altitude
13,950 ft.
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperature
7°C To 26°C
Distance
36 Km
Location
Himachal Pradesh

Pha Konda Trek in Manali

Pha Konda Trek

Pha Konda trek is known to be a really type of trek. Not only this is known to be one of the most rewarding treks but also offers such a great scenic especially for people who love adventure. During the trek, you will get to see beautiful scenes along with lush green forests, small valleys, and some rocky ways when you move further toward the Pha Konda mountain.

Also, the view that you get to see from the top will mesmerize your heart and you will feel on top of the world. You will find snow-capped mountains and hills which are worthy of being captured. 

Best time to do Pha Konda Trek 

Mid of May to November is considered the best time for Pha Konda Trek as the weather this time is not that harsh and perfect for the trekkers out there. There is easy access to several areas that are mostly closed during December due to excessive snow.

Here is a full detailed itinerary for you so that you can understand well how we will be taking you for the Pha Konda Trek.

Short Itinerary

Day 01: Drive Manali Bhanara Trek to Tilgan:

Day 02: Tilgan to Sarotu:

Day 03: Sarotu to Jogi dough via Pha Konda:

Day 04: Jogi Dugh to Khar Mandar:

Day 05: Khari Mandari to Jobri and Driving back to Manali:

Detail Itinerary

Day 1

Day 01: Drive Manali Bhanara Trek to Tilgan

  • Trek Distance- 2km
  • Duration- 3 hours
  • Trail type- Normal Himalayan trail
  • Water Source- Many water sources of clean water    

On Day 1, we will start our journey from Manali to reach Tilgan which is our campsite.  The journey will take approximately 3 hours and upon reaching we will do some warm-up exercise after which you will get some hot breakfast which will make your morning. This day we will be spending at the Tilgan campsite. 

By the end of the day, our guides will train you on how to climb and give you all the information about different types of gear and other equipment. 

Tilgan location

Day 02: Tilgan to Sarotu

  • Trek Distance- 4km
  • Duration- 5 hours approx
  • Trial type- Muddy Himalayan trail
  • Water Source- Many sources of clean water

On Day 2, we will be moving forward from Tilgan to Sarotu which is a trek of overall 5 hours. During the trek, you will get to see a good view of the whole of Kullu and Manali. You will get to see a lot of sheep and shepherds in this location as they are very common here.  Nature is full of lily kind of flower leaves and greenery all around.

We will be staying overnight in our tents amidst nature which will again be a wonderful yet challenging experience.

Way to pha konda

Day 03: Sarotu to Jogi dough via Pha Konda

  • Trek Distance- 4.5 km
  • Duration- 4-5 hours
  • Trail type- Normal Himalayan Trail
  • Water Source- Many Sources of Clean Water

On day 3, you have to make your way through big boulders as we move forward towards Pha Konda Trek. This day will be challenging since your endurance will be tested to a great extent, but at the same time, it will be like a lifetime achievement. You will feel great when you get to see such a magnificent view from the top. 

This trek is full of dense forests where you get to see silver firs, blue pins, and cedar which you will love to see. From Sarotu, we will be moving forward to reach the Jogi Dugh which is a meadow, also considered one of the holy places.

Pha konda

Day 04: Jogi Dugh to Khar Mandar

  • Trek Distance– 7 km
  • Duration- 6-7 hours
  • Trail Type- Normal Himalayan trail
  • Water Source- Many sources of clean Water

Day 4 is going to be a bit of an exciting day since we will move from Jogi Dugh to Khari Mandari which is one of those trekking destinations in Manali which is not known to many trekkers. It is a destination which has a lesser number of trekkers and you will get to see alpine trees everywhere. Khari Mandari is known to be a climb which is a difficult one since there is constant climbing. However,  upon climbing, you also get to see the famous Chandra Bhaga and the Pirpanjal range.

The spectacular view from these ranges will blow your mind and you will feel amazing. 

Way back from the trek

Day 05: Khari Mandari to Jobri and Driving back to Manali

  • Trek Distance- 6 km
  • Duration- 5-6hours
  • Trail Type- Normal Himalayan Trail
  • Water Source- Many Sources of Clean Water

After spending the whole night in the camps, we will be now leaving Khari Mandari to reach Jobri from where we will be driving back to Manali. This drive will be approximately 6 hours. You will get some time here for some shopping if you want and by evening time we will finally depart and take ownership of our locations.

Inclusion And Exclusion

Inclusions:

  1. Food during the trek from day one lunch to day 5 breakfast. 
  2. Transportation from Manali to Manali. 
  3. Tents, sleeping mats, and sleeping bags
  4. Trek guide, leaders cooks, and helpers. 
  5. First aid kit. 
  6. Mule for common Trekking equipments. 
  7. All kinds of safety will be required during the expedition.
  8. Life time sweet memories. 

Exclusions:

  1. Meals day 1 breakfast, and day 5 lunch. 
  2. Travel from chandigarh or Delhi. 
  3. Personal trekking equipments. 
  4. Things not mentioned in inclusions section. 
  5. Porter of personal bags and luggage
  6. Travel insurance 

Things To Be Caried For Pha Konda Trek

• Regular Medicines recommended by a doctor.

• Warm Wollen clothes, gloves, and winter wear.

• Sunglasses

• Trekking shoes or boots of good quality

Some packets of biscuits, munching items or packaged snacks is  

• Water bottle of your own

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