- Duration: 2 Nights 3 Days
- Start Point/ End Point: Sethan, Manali
- Max. Altitude: Chikka 3100 m/10,100 ft.
- Program Type: Guided Experiential Hike
- Best Season: January to March
- Grade: Easy-Moderate
- Group Size: 2-9 people
Hampta Valley Snowshoeing Trek 2023-24
2 Nights 3 Days Sethan Village, Manali
₹12,500.00
Snowshoeing In The Hampta Valley
Experience the Thrill of Snowshoeing in Hampta Valley: A 3-Day Trip with a Memorable Stay in Sethan Village. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the snow-covered landscapes as you trek through Hampta Valley wearing specialized snowshoes. As the sun sets, retreat to the comfort of Sethan Village where warm hospitality and cosy accommodations await. Indulge in delicious local cuisine, engage in cultural interactions, and unwind by the fireside, swapping stories with fellow adventurers.
The Route
Highlights
- Snowshoeing in the hampta valley, step into snowshoes for an incredible snow trek
- Explore Sethan, the last village of Kullu valley cast in ethereal white
- Bonfires and BBQ
- Make your own pizza evening.
- Glimpses of the indigenous lifestyle in the extreme winters.
Detailed Itinerary
Check-in at “The Wilderness Lodge” in Sethan Village, Manali
- Experience the highest village of Kullu valley
- Stay in a warm mud house with modern facilities.
- Visit Panduropa as part of your acclimatization hike.
- “Make your own Pizza”
- Have a nutritious dinner over a bonfire
Snowshoeing in Hampta Valley to Chikka (10100 feet, 4-5 hours)
- After breakfast, meet your guide for the day, get familiar with the gear.
- Snowshoeing to the vast meadows of Chikka, a shepherd’s encampment in summers
- Soak in the remarkable Hampta valley and witness panoramic views of the Pir-panjal and Dhauladhar mountain ranges.
- Enjoy a hot dinner over a bonfire at the lodge and sleep in warm comfortable beds for the night.
Explore Old Manali and Departure
- Check-out from “dA base” after breakfast by 11 am.
- Since most Volvo buses depart from Manali in the evening, you can explore Manali and try any of the fancy cafes in Old Manali
Inclusions
- Pick and drop at Manali bus stops
- Accommodation in comfortable tents on all nights
- All meals during the trek
- Well-trained and qualified guides and support staff to take care of the safety and services
- Wildlife/environmental or any other permits required
- First aid medical kits
Exclusions
- Any kind of personal expenses
- Food during the transit
- Insurance
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Price Includes”
Additional Activities
- You can stay at VanVaas to have a rejuvenating experience of Forest Bathing before or after this trip
- If you want an adrenaline rush, then there are multiple options of paragliding and zip lining for you to choose from
Stay Facilities
Comfortable Rooms with Heating at ‘The Wilderness Lodge’ in Sethan village. (instagram.com/the.wildernesslodge)
Items to Carry
Clothing
- Thermals – warm inner layer, vest, and leggings (2 pairs)
- Socks (4 pairs)
- Headgear- Balaklav/ Woolen Cap (1)
- Woolen Gloves (1 pair)
- Base layer- Shirts (4)
- Track pants/ Trekking pants (2 pairs)
- Sweatshirt (1)
- Sweater/ Jacket (1)
- Raingear- jacket, trousers/ poncho (1 pair)
- Muffler (1)
- Undergarments (5 pairs)
Miscellaneous
- Torch
- Whistle
- Trekking Pole (optional)
- Sunglasses and Sun Cap
- Sunscreen and Chapstick
- Comfortable hiking shoes (preferably waterproof)
- Water bottle
- Any personal medication
Note: We advise you to carry all the belongings in a rucksack so that it is easy to move around in case of any emergency.
How to reach Manali
- Delhi to Manali – Volvo Bus
- Chandigarh to Manali – Volvo Bus
- Delhi to Bhuntar – Flight (we’ll arrange for a pickup at the airport on request)
*If you need any assistance with your travel bookings, let us know and we’ll be happy to help!
Safety@Yoloo.Life
Safety & Adventure Sports
The most basic yet prominent principle of indulging in any adventure activity is to take all the necessary precautions for safety.
We at Yoloo.Life, keep it all in account and ensure maximum safety measures to pre-plan the trip and minimize any kind of risk. We plan to mitigate the risk of high altitude-related problems by preparing and acclimatizing well and staying in comfort.
We strongly suggest you keep yourself adequately hydrated- possibly double your water intake.
- Ensure that you take all your medications along to avoid any health issues.
- Inform your friends and family before you depart for the trip and let them know that this will be a ‘No-Network’ zone.
We will be your point of contact throughout the entire trip. Our complete staff is trained and certified, including our wilderness first responders on the programs. So in any case, we will be there to help you out.
