Barua Pass Trek

Walking through the lush green Buran Ghati and Crossing over the Barua Pass to enter into Kinnaur from the Pabbar Valley

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Duration
7 days, 6 nights
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Altitude:
4550m
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Grade:
Moderate+
how we grade
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Best Time:
May June Sep Oct
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Temperatures:
-2 tp 14 degrees
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Starts From:
Janglik
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Airport:
Jubbarhatti Airport, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
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Railway:
Kalka, Himachal Pradesh

Key Geographical Highlights

3 High Passes:

Buran Pass ( 4540m ), Gunas Pass ( 4927m ), Sharangchu Pass ( 4728m )

1 Lakes:

Chandranahan Lake ( 3975m )

1 Rivers:

Pabbar River

2 Villages:

Janglik, Barua

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Daywise Itinerary For Buran Ghati Trek

(click to read detailed route briefing, elevation graph, altitude time info and photos from the day)

▼ Day 1Arrival DayJanglik 2700m
Arrive In Janglik
Overnight In: Janglik (2700m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Cost Of Transport Included: YES
Where and How To Reach Janglik
We will pick you up from Shimla, from the old Bus Stand and then drive towards Janglik via Rohri and Chirgaon
Day 1
2205 - Shimla
Day 1
1560 - Rohru
Day 1
1780 - Chirgaon
Day 1
2700 - Janglik
125Km, 8 - 9hrs.
▼ Day 2Trekking DayDayara Thatch 3465m
From Janglik (2750m ) To Dayara Thatch (3465m ) - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dayara Thatch (3465m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today we start our trek after morning breakfast. A beautiful trek through the high rising conifers and small openings in the thick and thin forest, following up the Pabbar river. You cross a few shepherd's huts on the way. Dayara is a beautiful expanse of loft green meadows in the valley encircled sparsely by conifers. The flock of sheep grazing around with their shepherds and humps of mountains rising high on both sides make it a picturesque location. Early in the season pre-monsoon, snow can add a different element of beauty to the sight. It makes a perfect campsite. We spend the rest of the day exploring the site and soaking in the view, through our eyes and camera. Do have conversations with the shepherds you meet. It will enlighten you a lot on their perspective of the world.
Day 2
2750 - Janglik
Day 2
3465 - Dayara Thatch
5hrs.
▼ Day 3Trekking DayLitham Thatch 3600m
From Dayara Thatch (3465m ) To Litham Thatch (3600m ) - 3 Hrs.
Overnight In: Litham Thatch (3600m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
A short day today but a beautiful one. We start lazily and would like to reach our next campsite for lunch. We follow the Pabbar river with a constant view of the mighty Gunas pass ahead of us. A gentle traverse on the grassy mountain with mixed climb on the meadow through occasional forests and multiple stream crossing brings us to the Litham thatch.

Enjoy the rest of the day. This will be our campsite for the 2 nights and plays a very important role in the better acclimatization for successful crossing of the Barua Pass.
Day 3
3465 - Dayara Thatch
Day 3
3600 - Litham Thatch
3hrs.
▼ Day 4Acclimatization DayLitham Thatch 3600m
Explore Chandranahan Lake & Nearby. - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Litham Thatch (3600m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Morning, we start our trek to explore the other valley on our left towards Chandranahan lake. Chandranahan is a lake system fed by glacier and underground spring water. Its a very pious place for the locals and legend has it that the local God of Rohru - Shikru Devta is supposed to have taken birth here. As per the rule, we are not supposed to venture closer to the lake with shoes or slippers, or anything leather.

The stream originating from the lake is a tributary of the Pabbar and also named Chandranahan nala. The trek up is a good one and early in May can have good amount of snow cover. Otherwise, its a walk up on a moderately rough terrain with occasional flat meadows, requiring to cross streams multiple times. Snow covers the lake, but if open, you can see upto 3 lakes, which are not too big or deep either.

We return back to Litham for the day.
Day 4
3600 - Litham Thatch
Day 4
3600 - Litham Thatch
Day 4
4025 - Chandranahan Lake
Day 4
3600 - Litham Thatch
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 5Trekking DayDunda 4100m
From Litham Thatch (3600m ) To Dunda (4100m ) - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dunda (4100m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
The penultimate day before the crossing of the pass tomorrow. The trek climbs up moderately to the base of the Buran pass where the two passes - Buran and Gunas pass offers you a tempting challenge to undertake. Behind your back, the view of the entire valley is a beauty !! To your right on the other side of the mountain divide runs the Rupin valley and the trek to the Rupin Pass.

Early may can be difficult depending on the amount of snow. Its better to bank on the experience of the local guides on location to camp for the day so that pass crossing becomes easier and successful the next day.
Day 5
3600 - Litham Thatch
Day 5
4100 - Dunda
5hrs.
▼ Day 6Pass Crossing DayMunirang 3625m
Cross Buran Pass And Reach Munirang - 6 - 7 Hrs.
Overnight In: Munirang (3625m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Finally we have brought ourselves to the closest to our objective and today we face the challenge. All our previous days were meant to acclimatize ourselves to the maximum capacity and get in sync with the mountains. Today we tackle the steep climb to the top of the Buran Pass.

A steadily increasing intensity of climb up on snow takes us to the top. We reach in about 2 hours to the top. Rest and feel the place where you have trekked yourself to.. its amazing.

We start to descend the pass to the other side. Its steep and here comes the expertise of your trekking skills and the guide. We use our safety ice traction crampons, ice axes and rope to descend down the pass. Its a quick descend all the way down to the greens of Munirang
Day 6
4100 - Dunda
Day 6
4550 - Buran Pass
Day 6
3625 - Munirang
6 - 7hrs.
▼ Day 7Departure DayShimla 2205m
From Munirang (3625m ) To Shimla (2205m ), Via - Barua (2007m ) - 3 Hrs.
Accommodation: None
Meals Included: Morning tea, Breakfast
Cost Of Transport Included: YES
Today we end our beautiful trek. We start early as we are to reach Shimla. It takes about 3 hours of descend to get us to Barua Village and the roadhead. From here, we drive to Shimla.

Day 7
3625 - Munirang
Day 7
2010 - Barua
Day 7
2205 - Shimla
3hrs.

Buran Ghati Trek - An Elaborate Description

The Buran Ghati Barua Pass Trek is a hidden gem in the Himalayas, offering an unparalleled trekking experience. This trek is a perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty, making it a must-try for every trekking enthusiast.

Location and Duration

The trek starts from Janglik in Himachal Pradesh and ends at Barua village.
It typically takes about 6 days to complete, covering a distance of approximately 26 kilometers.

Scenic Beauty

The trek offers a diverse range of landscapes, from lush green meadows to snow-covered peaks.
The trail passes through dense forests of oak and pine, across stunning rivers, and over high altitude grasslands.
The highlight of the trek is the Buran Pass, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.

Difficulty Level

The Buran Ghati Barua Pass Trek is considered moderate to difficult, making it suitable for trekkers with some prior experience.
The highest point of the trek is at an altitude of 15,000 feet, requiring physical fitness and acclimatization to avoid altitude sickness.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to undertake the Buran Ghati Barua Pass Trek is from June to October.
During these months, the weather is generally stable, providing clear views of the surrounding peaks.

Preparation

Proper preparation is crucial for the Buran Ghati Barua Pass Trek. This includes physical fitness training, packing the right gear, and understanding the trail.
It’s also important to respect the environment and local culture during the trek.

In conclusion, the Buran Ghati Barua Pass Trek is a captivating journey that promises an unforgettable adventure. Its stunning landscapes, challenging trails, and the sense of accomplishment it offers make it a bucket-list-worthy experience for every trekker. So, lace up your boots, pack your bags, and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Buran Ghati Trek - Why Its A Must-Do

The Barua / Brua Pass: The Barua Pass, also known as Brua Pass, has played a significant role in shaping the prosperity of the Pabbar Valley. It served as a crucial trade route between the people of the Baspa Valley and the Pabbar Valley, fostering economic growth and cultural exchange.
Trade Exchange with Kinnaur: The Pabbar Valley flourished due to its trade with Kinnaur, which was part of the ancient Silk Route. This trade helped the hard-working people of the Pabbar Valley, who have mastered the art of living in the dense jungle, to prosper.
Janglik Village: Janglik, the base village of this trek, is the last village in the Pabbar Valley. Its proximity to the Jaunsar region of Uttarakhand and easy access to Shimla via Rohru have influenced the mixed cultural beliefs and rituals of its people.
The Pabbar River: The Pabbar River, originating from the melting glaciers of the high passes of this valley (Barua Pass, Gunas Pass, Shathal Pass, and Sharangchu Pass), is the lifeline of this region. It meets the Tons river near Tuini and drains its water into the Yamuna river and ultimately the Bay of Bengal.
Chandranahan Lake: This region is home to many high-altitude lakes, including the Chandranahan Lake, which is considered sacred by the locals.
Dayara and Litham Thatch Meadows: The lush green meadows of Dayara and Litham Thatch are a visual treat, especially after the snow recedes or immediately after the monsoons. They are the growing ground for a variety of wild, tiny, colourful flowers.
Wildlife: This region is home to many wild animals, including the Leopard and Himalayan Black Bears, adding to the thrill of the trek.
Crossing the Buran Pass: The experience of crossing the Buran Pass is thrilling, especially the descent on the other side negotiating the snow slab.
Geographical Significance: This region is geographically significant as the rivers on one side of the Pass drain their water to the Bay Of Bengal, while on the other side, they drain to the Arabian Sea.
Starting Point - Chirgaon: The trek starts from Chirgaon to make the first day of travel to Janglik easier. Chirgaon has direct buses from Shimla and Rohru, making it easier to reach without the need for a private car.

Each of these elements contributes to making the Buran Ghati Barua Pass Trek a truly unforgettable adventure. Whether it’s the historical significance of the Barua Pass, the cultural richness of Janglik village, the divine beauty of the Chandranahan Lake, or the thrilling experience of crossing the Buran Pass, there’s something for every trekker to enjoy.

How We Grade Our Treks and Expeditions

Easy

Usual daily walks of 4 - 5 hours in altitude below 4000 meters. The sleeping altitude on these treks are below 4000 meter and the trails are gradual involving no steep ascent or descent. Sometimes, the trail may be longer, but on level trails. The duration of trek may be a week or lesser than it. The trek is not too remote and evacuation might be possible from almost any point of the trek

Moderate

The trek duration each day may span from 4 - 5 hours, but on some days, it may push up to 8 - 9 days. The trail might involve steep ascents or descents on occasions This kind of treks demand good fitness, and trekkers must involve themselves in cardio exercises regularly to do these treks comfortably. Sleeping altitude are below 4000 meters or little above it, but the trail might go as high as 4500 - 5000 meters. The trek is bit remote and evacuation might be possible from almost all, but not all campsites

Moderate+

This type of treks are bit more demanding than the moderate ones. It might involve few days of very long walks at higher altitude, or serious gradients, exposures, more remote or involves sleeping at higher altitudes for more days.

Strenuous

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Good fitness are demand of these treks, and trekkers must involve themselves in cardio exercises regularly to do these treks comfortably. Sleeping altitude may go above 4000 meters or little above it on couple of days, but not more than that. The trail might go as high as 4500 - 5200 meters. These trek are remote and evacuation might not be possible from all the campsites

Challenging

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 or even more than that on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Crossing a glacier or a scree zone might be a feature of these treks. You might on some occasions, require technical equipment like rope, ice axe and snow stacks etc to complete these treks. Good fitness are demand of any treks, but these treks demands strong character. Sleeping altitude may goes well above 5000 meters on some days. The trail might go as high as 5000 - 6000 meters. These trek are high or remote or both. The trek usually might be a week long.

Sometimes irrespective of altitude and distance, a trek may ge graded Challenging if the route is treacherous, which might demand some footing skills or assistance of ropes and other equipment

Challenging+

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 or even more than that on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Negotiating glacial moraines, scree zones, crossing them, camping on them etc are features of these treks. You might also require technical equipment like rope, ice axe and snow stacks etc to complete these treks. Good fitness are demand of any treks, but these treks demands strong character. Sleeping altitude may goes well above 5000 meters on some days. The trail might go as high as 5000 - 6000 meters. These trek are high and remote. A good technical support team and knowledgeable local guide is a must. Only experienced trekkers are advised to do these treks. The trek goes over 2 week and may be longer than that.

Sometimes irrespective of altitude and distance, a trek may ge graded Challenging if the route is treacherous, which might demand some footing skills or assistance of ropes and other equipment

Page Cost Inclusions and Exclusions For The Buran Ghati Trek

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN PRICE

Duration: 7 Days / 6 nights of trek cost from Shimla to Shimla
Accommodation In Base Village (Jiskun): 1 night in a standard hotel in Jiskun.
Accommodation On Trek: Spacious, sturdy and High-Quality Dome Tents will be provided on twin sharing basis.
Sleeping In Tents: Thick Waterproof Mattress complemented with Sub Zero Sleeping bags supported with Warm Fleece Sleeping Bag Inners For Extra Hygiene and Warmth will be provided by us
Dining On Trek: We will provide Dining and Kitchen Tents with camping stools and table for extra hygiene and comfort.
Toilet On Treks: Dry eco-toilet will be set up with a toilet tent and toilet seat.
Meals: All meals starting Evening Tea in Chirgaon on Day 1 till Breakfast in Kanda Sangla on Day 8 morning. 3 meals (B,L,D) suited for high altitude with evening snacks, soup, hot drinks and extra energizers/juice for summit days
Trail Safety: Gaiters, Anti Slip Crampons and Ice Axe depending upon snow conditions.
Communication: For efficient management of the trek, the team will be communicating with each other and trek base with the help of long-range wireless sets.
Medical Safety: Oxygen cylinder, Pulse Oximeter, Thermal temperature scanner and Emergency Medical Kit accompanied with a trek leader knowledgeable on high altitude medicine and physiology
Trek Leader and Guide: Experienced and Well Equipped English/ Hindi Speaking Trek Leader maintaining guide to trekker ratio of 1:6. That is 1 guide for every 6 trekkers.
Local Support Staffs: Expert and Knowledgeable local guide with cooks, helpers, porters, mules, etc
Permits: All required forest entry permits and camping fees as per the rules of the land
Transfers: All transfers ex Shimla for the trekking team and support crew.
Max Team Size: Small group of not more than 12 members.

Add-On Services ( At Extra Cost)

Personal Porterage: Rs. 4000

Private Accommodation On Trek: Rs. 10000

These services can be availed at extra cost. Please enquire to know more

Equipment Available On Rent At Extra Cost

High Ankle Waterproof Trekking Shoes (Quechua): Rs 1000
20 degrees Down Jackets: Rs. 1200
Windproof/Waterproof Jackets: Rs. 600
Windproof/Waterproof pants: Rs. 600
Headlamps: Rs. 250
Poncho: Rs. 250
Trek Pole: Rs.. 250
Rucksack: Rs. 500
Waterproof Gloves: Rs 250
Headlamp: Rs. 250

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

PERSONAL PORTERAGE: (check add-on services)
Personal Travel Insurance
Personal Purchases
Food Purchased Outside Our Menu
Personal Gears (check add-on services)
Anything not mentioned in the inclusion list

Cost Terms For The Buran Ghati Trek

Cost Terms

The above-mentioned cost is in the range of minimum to maximum per-person cost for this trek as per 1 - 12 people team.PackageInclusions as per this cost can be read below.
5% GST (goods and service tax) is applicable for all our purchases.
We follow dynamic pricing as per the actual team size on the trek. Going by our standardized service, appropriate safety measures, quality equipment, and ecologically sustainable - small group commitment, a higher team size will lower the cost whereas a lower team size will significantly increase the cost.
Group segmented pricing if not provided here, please write to us using the contact page or text us on Whatsapp number +918017216725.
You may choose to keep the trek open or make it private depending upon your requirements or choice. The actual per-person cost of the trek is subject to the actual team size joining the trek. If you make any customizations that drastically change the itinerary and cost as mentioned here, then it will mandatorily have to be a private group only.
If we have dates listed on our website on Our Upcoming Treks and it is not marked as private, it means other people have booked this trek for that date and have opened it up for other members to join to lower the cost. If your dates and choices match, you may join these treks
You may join an existing open group listed on our website or create your own group as per your convenient dates and choose to either keep it private or open it up to lower the cost if other members join the trek.
At any point, the team size cannot be more than 12 members ( 10 for challenging treks) unless there is a unique exception requested or agreed upon by all the team members.

International Guests

Trek cost for foreigners is slightly higher than the cost for our Indian guests, mainly due to the higher permit fee applicable for admission to National Parks or protected forest areas. Sometimes, it may be higher due to higher local crew wages and other specific arrangements we make to ensure a safe, comfortable and enriching travel experience in India. However, we absolutely DO NOT 'hyper-charge' our International Guests ever and at the same time, ensure that we meet all the standards for highly qualified trek leaders and guides, safety, medical preparation, evacuation strategy, rescue arrangements, eco-sensitive travel, high-value knowledge sharing about the area and customs of the locals.

Extra Cost For International Trekkers Rs. 5000 per person.

Booking Process

Booking can only be done after multiple communication via email / Whatsapp / Calls. After connecting with us and discussing your needs, we finalize the trek and its requirements. After finalization, partial booking fees can be paid online or through direct bank transfers after which we trigger our preparations and arrangements for your trek. International Trekkers can pay the partial booking fees using PayPal, Wise, Western Union or Direct Wire Transfer.

Customized Private Group For Buran Ghati Trek

Trekking is a very personal activity and is perhaps one of the very few activities that give you enough time to indulge with yourself or your beloved people, a group of special friends, or close family members. It helps you transform personal bonds to the next level as it brings out everyone's best and truest self. Trekking is most enjoyed when it is done in a small private group, personalized to serve your specific needs. The Himalayas are best experienced when there is silence and solitude around and when you are surrounded only by your best people. Your trek is most enjoyable when all the pain of arranging a smooth trek is taken care of by us, and you focus just on your trek and yourself. Most importantly, a small private trekking group is very flexible, personalized, and more enjoyable, is the safest, and follows the principles of Sustainable and Responsible Tourism. Most trekkers book us for arranging personalized private treks catering to their specific and unique requirements - Customize This Trek

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We work exclusively on Personalized Private Groups – its perfect for solo climbers, couples, families, friends or teams.

We keep it small for low ecological footprint, better experience, flexible itinerary, highest safety standards and superior success rate on the summits. Team size: 1 to 10 max.

Enquire for detailed pricing based on your preferences and group size.

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