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Kheerganga Trek

Camping • Himalayan Treks • Local Treks
Location Barshaini
Duration 2 Days  1 Nights 
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Situated at a height of 9600 ft and deep in the Parvati Valley, Kheerganga trek is a well-known experience in Himachal Pradesh. This trek neither requires previous experience nor too much time to explore making it a perfect weekend experience to go for. The trek starts from Barshaini, situated at a distance of 17 km from Kasol. Often called a nature paradise, Kheerganga trek route takes you to a journey through verdant oak trees, waterfalls, and majestic landscapes of Himachal. Once you reach Kheerganga, take a dip in the Parvati Kund(natural hot water springs) while you gaze at the snow-peaks of Himalayas. Spend your night under the star studded sky with Kheerganga camping. Note- If you are a group of 3 or more people, the trek can be organized anyday. Quick info:- Kheerganga trek distance: 24 km Kheerganga trek temperature: Day- 8 degrees to 15 degrees, Night- 0 degree to 3 degrees Kheerganga trek height: 9,650 ft Kheerganga trek difficulty level: Easy Kheerganga trek best time: Whole year except monsoon.

Highlights

Experienced Trek Leader Camping Bonfire under the sky full of stars Holy dip in Hot water Spring

Who should attend?

Anyone who loves challenges Anyone who has limits to push Anyone looking for an adventure Anyone fit enough for this thrilling experience

Trek

Tents

Lunch, Dinner

Get ready to be picked up from Kasol main market in the morning. Reach Barshani in approx 1 hour and meet your guides. This 12 km will take you around 5-6 hours to complete. Start your trek after a briefing session from the guides. Trek through the forest with the company of Parvati river. Reach the campsite and relax for a while. Head towards Parvati Kund, which is the highlight of this trek. Have lunch with the breathtaking view of the Himalayas. Explore the surroundings in the evening. Have dinner and retire for the night.

Trek

Stay Not Applicable

Breakfast

Have breakfast and start your trek back to Barshaini. Get transferred to Kasol and end your Kheerganga trekking experience.

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goSTOPS India’s fastest-growing backpacker hostel brand, goSTOPS predominantly aims to provide quality travel experiences and make living spaces accessible to the youth - millennials and Gen Z. Founded in 2014 by a Delhi-based couple - Pallavi Agarwal and Pankaj Parwanda, the brand not only provides accommodation, but it enhances the experience of its guests. Whether it is the quality of stay, facilities, amenities, or the things we, as humans, crave for like safety, human interaction, and a sense of belonging- goSTOPS takes care of all of it. So far, there are 25 active hostels, housing around 2,000 beds all over the country. The target is 55 hostels with 3,000 beds by March, 2022. The company has a geographical footprint in all the major tourist spots in the country like Agra, Alleppey, Amritsar, Bir, Dalhousie, Delhi, Goa, Jaipur, Kasar Devi, Kochi, Leh, Manali, McLeod Ganj, Mukteshwar, Mumbai, Munnar, Mussoorie, Naggar, Nainital, Palampur, Pushkar, Rishikesh, Udaipur, and Varanasi. So far, goSTOPS has hosted more than 4,00,000 travelers across its 25 properties. The target audience is usually between the ages of 18 and 30, comprising a cross-section of solo travelers, group travelers, backpackers, digital nomads, and individuals seeking interesting stay and workation options. It is a full-stack operator brand that leases and transforms budget hotels and operates them as backpacker hostels. goEXPERIENCES goEXPERIENCES is the ‘experience division’ of goSTOPS, launched to inspire travelers to enhance their travel experiences. The founders believe that trips can be taken to the next level if they are planned and managed by experts on the ground. goSTOPS offers customized trekking and sports activities like cycling tours, snowboarding, rappelling, boulder climbing, etc. in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Apart from this, travelers are introduced to new and offbeat destinations in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, and other cities.

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Inclusions

Accommodation in camps(double/triple sharing) Breakfast and dinner Trekking with certified guides

Exclusions

Any kind of personal expenses Any food item or other purchases made during the trek Any food item or other purchases made during the drive Mules or Porters to carry personal luggage and other items on trek

Things to carry

  • Rucksack (Min 55 Ltrs with rain cover)
  • Trekking Shoes, Floaters or Sandals
  • Quick Dry Tees
  • Track Pants
  • Cotton socks
  • Pair of woolen socks
  • Rain jacket or Poncho 
  • 1 Full Sleeves Sweater or Fleece Jacket,1 Heavy Jacket, 1 Pair of Thermal
  • Quick-dry towel
  • Windproof Jacket
  • Woolen Cap
  • Gloves
  • Sun Cap
  • Scarf
  • Lip Balm
  • Cold Cream & SunScreen (SPF 40+)
  • Packed food
  • Water Bottle 1 
  • Powerbank
  • Headlamp or torch with fresh pair of batteries
  • Personal Toiletries 
  • Personal Basic Medical Kit
  • Sunglasses
  • People who use spectacles (Use Photochromic glasses instead of contact lenses)
  • Trekking Pole
  • Extra Polythene

PICKUP LOCATIONS
HOW TO REACH

Trains: The nearest railway stations from Kasol are Pathankot and Joginder Nagar. After getting off at these railheads, you will have to board a bus or hire a taxi to Kasol. Flight: Bhuntar Airport near Kullu is the nearest from Kasol. You can take a domestic flight from Delhi till the Bhuntar Airport and then complete the remaining journey by bus or a taxi. Road: This is the fastest and direct way to reach Kasol. Many governments and private bus services ply from all parts of India, including Delhi to Kasol. You can also hire a direct taxi from Delhi.

  • If cancellation is made 30 days before the date of travel, 25% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation is made 15 to 30 days before the date of travel, 50% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation is made 0 to 15 days before the date of travel, 100% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.
Frequently Asked Questionss

Q: What is the best time to go for the Kheerganga trek package?
A: Kheerganga trek best time is all around the year except the months of July, August, and September because of monsoons.

Q: How long is the Kheerganga trek?
A: Kheerganga trek distance is 24 km(both ways) which takes 2 days to complete.

Q: What kind of weather will be there while trekking to Kheerganga?
A: In summers(March to June) the temperature ranges from 13 degrees to 35 degrees. In winters(October to February) the temperature ranges from -4 degrees to 10 degrees.

Q: What is the Kheerganga trek difficulty level?
A: Going to Kheerganga is a commendable choice as it is a fairly easy trek with some patches ranging to a little moderate in difficulty. A person must be in good physical and mental state.

Q: What are the equipments required for Kheerganga trekking?
A: The trek requires you to come fully prepared, and so the things and equipments that you must definitely carry with you are - an ideal sized backpack to carry all your essentials and still be light, hiking or trekking shoes with good grip, water bottle, a jacket and a pullover to keep you warm, comfortable clothes, track pants, toiletries and personal medication, some snacks, pocket charger, torch with extra batteries, camera, pocket knife and other small tools.

Q: What type of shoes are required for this trek?
A: The best suited shoes for the Kheerganga trek route are the ones that are breathable and light in weight. Also, ankle support is also a very important thing to take care of while buying the perfect pair of shoes. You can go for brands like- Decathlon, Wildcraft, Quechua, etc. In the winters, you’ll require gators or gumboots which you can rent from the base village

Q: Is there snowfall on this trek?
A: Kasol witnesses snow-fall in the winter from November till February. In these months, many areas of the village get covered in snow, which makes it a little difficult to explore the place.

Q: What is the Kheerganga trek height?
A: The highest altitude of this trek is 9950 ft and the total distance covered will be 24 km.

Q: Is the Kheerganga trek package available all around the year?
A: Yes, the trek is available all around the year because of its pleasant weather all year. Although it’s advised to not opt for this in the months of monsoons, the trek will also be available for a few days at the time of heavy snowfalls in winter.

Q: What are some of the important tips for Kheerganga trek?
A: Follow all the instructions from your guides. The stay will be in camps on double/triple sharing so one must not expect any luxuries. The trek is easy but still, trekkers need a basic level of fitness for this trek. The climatic conditions in the mountains can change from time to time, so please pack your bags accordingly.

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