SAR PASS TREK
Sar Pass is a perfect trek for beginners. It’s apt for those who want to experience all kinds of terrain. Forests,meadows,quaint villages,or snow-covered mountains,this trail offers a gamut of experiences to trekkers.
Location : Kasol, Parvati Valley
Duration : 6D/5N
Level : Moderate
Height : 13,800 ft
Pick Up/Drop : CHANDIGARH Station
Batch Size : 30
SAR PASS TREK
Day 1:
Reaching Kasol base camp.
Once all the participants have reported at base camp they will undergo through registration procedure after breakfast and freshening up. Post lunch acclimatization walk to Chalal village. Orientation will be given in the evening.
Once all the participants have reported at base camp they will undergo through registration procedure after breakfast and freshening up. Post lunch acclimatization walk to Chalal village. Orientation will be given in the evening.
Day 2:
Trek to Grahan village (4-5 hours)
Trek will commence at 7 am from Kasol to Grahan. The trek starts from the centre of Kasol and keeps to the true left of the Grahan nalah. The trail is easy and frequently used by locals.The trail goes through lovely pine forests. The ascend is gentle and easy. One can effortlessly cover much distance in a couple of hours. After Grahan nalah the trail becomes rocky and climbing uphill, away from the right bank of the river. Buras (Rhododendrons) grows in the forest here. After a steep climb of about an hour, one reaches the village of Grahan, situated at the top. Overnight stay in tents at Grahan.
Trek will commence at 7 am from Kasol to Grahan. The trek starts from the centre of Kasol and keeps to the true left of the Grahan nalah. The trail is easy and frequently used by locals.The trail goes through lovely pine forests. The ascend is gentle and easy. One can effortlessly cover much distance in a couple of hours. After Grahan nalah the trail becomes rocky and climbing uphill, away from the right bank of the river. Buras (Rhododendrons) grows in the forest here. After a steep climb of about an hour, one reaches the village of Grahan, situated at the top. Overnight stay in tents at Grahan.
Day 3:
Grahan to Mung Thach (5-6 hours)
In the morning we climb towards the north of camping ground at Grahan. Villagers can be seen using this path for Mung Thach. After walking for a while, one can see Mung Thach, Nagaru, and Sar Top on the mountain to the right. The trail also becomes steeper and leads into the woods. The slope becomes steeper and the path is confusing in some places. After crossing the forest we arrive to Mung Thach. Overnight in tents at Mung Thach..
In the morning we climb towards the north of camping ground at Grahan. Villagers can be seen using this path for Mung Thach. After walking for a while, one can see Mung Thach, Nagaru, and Sar Top on the mountain to the right. The trail also becomes steeper and leads into the woods. The slope becomes steeper and the path is confusing in some places. After crossing the forest we arrive to Mung Thach. Overnight in tents at Mung Thach..
Day 4:
Mung Thach to Nagaru (4 hours)
Trek from Mung Thach to Nagaru is a short but difficult part. The slope falls steeply to the valley. After crossing steep slope for a couple of hours, one finally reaches Nagaru campsite. Facing north, one can see magnificent mountains across the Parvati valley. Night is very cold due to the chilling wind. It is advisable to sleep early to avoid cold and the next day involves an early start.
Trek from Mung Thach to Nagaru is a short but difficult part. The slope falls steeply to the valley. After crossing steep slope for a couple of hours, one finally reaches Nagaru campsite. Facing north, one can see magnificent mountains across the Parvati valley. Night is very cold due to the chilling wind. It is advisable to sleep early to avoid cold and the next day involves an early start.
Day 5:
Nagaru to Biskeri Thach via Sar Pass (7-8 hours)
Next day we have to make an early start, as the climb is steep through the snow. Sar pass and the elevated peaks of the Tosh valley are now visible.
As one reaches the top, the view is exhilarating. After that the slide is the most fun and completely safe as long as some precautions are taken. The slide takes one as far as a kilometre to a gentler slope of the valley. Valley arrives after walking for an hour from Sar Pass. We will then continue the trek through some dense rhododendron bushes towards Biskeri Thach campsite. Overnight stay in tents at Biskeri Thach.
Next day we have to make an early start, as the climb is steep through the snow. Sar pass and the elevated peaks of the Tosh valley are now visible.
As one reaches the top, the view is exhilarating. After that the slide is the most fun and completely safe as long as some precautions are taken. The slide takes one as far as a kilometre to a gentler slope of the valley. Valley arrives after walking for an hour from Sar Pass. We will then continue the trek through some dense rhododendron bushes towards Biskeri Thach campsite. Overnight stay in tents at Biskeri Thach.
Day 6:
Biskeri Thach to Barshaini and drive back to Kasol base camp ( 4-5 hours). Departure from Kasol.
Biskeri presents a sublime view of the pine forests, the majestic mountains and the lovely grasslands. From Biskeri we will descend towards Pulga village. The descend is easy and takes around 4-5 hours to reach Pulga. From Pulga we will continue to descend to cross Parvati river and then climb to reach village Barshaini. Jeep ride to Kasol base camp. Participants can take departure by 5 PM from Kasol base camp.
Biskeri presents a sublime view of the pine forests, the majestic mountains and the lovely grasslands. From Biskeri we will descend towards Pulga village. The descend is easy and takes around 4-5 hours to reach Pulga. From Pulga we will continue to descend to cross Parvati river and then climb to reach village Barshaini. Jeep ride to Kasol base camp. Participants can take departure by 5 PM from Kasol base camp.
TOUR INCLUDES:-
➢ Accommodation : Stay will be in tents on triple sharing basis at all
camps. Stay for male and female is separate.
➢ Meals : Breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. We provide simple,
nutritious veg/Jain food on all days of the trek.
➢ Rucksack : A 60 litre bag with rain cover is provided for using in
trekking. You can deposit your extra luggage with your bags at our
campsite.
➢ Camping charges : All trekking permits and forest camping
charges are included.
➢ Trekking equipment : High quality tents and sleeping bags in all
the camps. Sleeping bags can withstand temperatures as low as -
10 oC.
➢ Gaiters: It prevent snow from entering inside your shoes.
Including SL train tickets and Bus travel from Chandigarh station
to Kasol Base Camp.
➢ Safety equipment : First aid kit, oxygen cylinders, oximeter etc.
will be with guide/trek leader and at campsite as well to deal with
emergencies.
➢ Expert trek Leaders : All our trek leaders are at least qualified in
basic/ advanced mountaineering and first aid course.
➢ Expert Trek support team: The mountain staff on this trek consists
of certified guides, cooks, helpers and porters.
➢ HAPO Chamber bag [Only for Expeditions]
➢ GST 5%.
TOUR EXCLUDES:-
➢ Cost of Emergency.
➢ Bottled water.
➢ Any personal expense.
THINGS TO CARRY:-
➢ Trekking shoes: Carry water proof trekking shoes with good grip
and ankle support. Do not carry spots shoes.
➢ Jackets: Carry three jackets - a hard shell type that can protect you
against rain and cold wind, a warm jacket padded type for the
camp and a fleece as an additional layer for warmth during the
trek.
➢ Three trek pants: Carry a minimum of 2 trek pants and 1 cotton
pant. Trek pants should be quick dry material. Denim/jeans and
shorts are not suitable for trekking.
➢ Three trek t-shirts (quick dry/dry-fit): Full sleeved t-shirts that
prevent sun burns on the neck and arms and are quick dry will be
recommended.
➢ Thermals: Carry thermal base layer (top and bottom).
➢ Sunglasses: Sunglasses are mandatory. There will be lot of snow
on the trek and can cause snow blindness.
➢ Sun Cap: At high altitude, the sun is extra harsh so carry a cap to
protect yourself. A woollen cap or scarf can be quite helpful for
the cold nights.
➢ Water proof hand gloves: Carry water proof gloves. Avoid woollen
gloves as they will get wet if you touch snow.
➢ Cotton Socks: (3-4 pairs) and a pair of woollen socks.
➢ Headlamp/LED torch: Mandatory
➢ Raincoat/Ponchos: At high altitudes, snowfall and rain are quite
common and it’s mandatory to carry a poncho so that you don’t
get wet. A poncho is made from a watertight material designed to
keep the body dry from the rain. It covers the whole body with the
backpack. We rent a Poncho at 300 INR per person.
➢ Plastic Packet/Garbage Bag: Carry a minimum of 3-4. These can be
quite helpful to give an extra protection to your clothing against
getting wet during the rain. These can be also used to store
garbage.
➢ First Aid Kit: It is advisable to carry a basic medical kit comprising
items like Cotton, Blister tape, savlon, antiseptic cream, band aids,
crepe band aid, pain spray and few medicines like Diamox,
Dexmethasone, Disprin and few antibiotics.
➢ Toiletries: Carry a minimum of items like mouth wash, sun’s
cream, hand sanitiser and a small towel.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:-
➢ Emergency during trek: In case of any emergency Kailashrath will
take necessary measures for your return to the base camp. A staff
will accompany you. He may not be some trained personnel.
Doctors do not go along with a team. ‘Kailashrath Treks’ leaders
are trained to administer first aid and know how to deal with
issues related to the mountains. Registering for this trek is an
understanding that you are aware of AMS, HAPE and HACE related
difficulties on a high-altitude trek.
➢ Route change/postponement/delay/completing the trek earlier:
Under some extraordinary circumstance, your trek may end a day
earlier or start a day later due to inclement weather, snow and ice
conditions, political restrictions or any other cause. In the event of
a change, postponement or delay, participants have no right to
refund of the trek or other compensation for any injury, loss or
damage.
➢ Drinking and smoking: Smoking and drinking are strictly
prohibited. Buying drugs or any illegal material is strictly
prohibited, the participant will be detained and handed over to
government authority.
➢ Safety: Our camp leaders will conduct routine health checks at all
camps to measure oxygen saturation, bp. Camp leader reserves the right to exclude any trekker from climbing higher on the trek
without refund if the trekker’s vital readings are below accepted
norms for that altitude.
➢ These norms are available with our camp leaders. Your trek leader
will also be carrying medical kit which includes basic first aid and
high-altitude sickness medicines and will also be
carrying an oxygen cylinder throughout the trek.
➢ Note: Any dispute between the company and party (seeking
services from the company), which are related to jurisdiction, are
subjected to Kullu High Court.
CANCELLATION POLICIES:-
➢ If the guest decides to cancel the tour for any reason whatsoever then she/he shall give a written application to the company within a specified time limit along with the original receipt issued by the Company. Such cancellation will attract the cancellation charges stated hereunder.
➢ Cancellation charges will be calculated on Total Tour cost and the cancellation charges shall depend on date of departure & the date of cancellation.
➢ Cancellation charges for any mode of transport ticket are applicable as per the rules of the concerned authority.
➢ Air ticket issued on special fare are non-refundable and the guest shall bear cancellation charges.
➢ Any refund payable to the guest will be paid after the company receives refund from the respective authorities. The company deducts processing charges from the refund which is to be paid to the guest.
➢ Booking amount is Strictly non-refundable.
60 and more days prior to the departure: 25% of the tour cost is deducted.
31 days to 60 days prior to the departure: 50% of the tour cost is deducted.
16 days to 30 days prior to departure tour: 75% of the tour cost is deducted.
15 days prior to the departure: 100% deduction will be done.
CHANGES IN THE ITINERARY:-
➢ The Company reserves the right to modify or alter the tour itinerary in case of force majeure conditions. Changes shall be informed to the guests as soon as possible. Any additional charges, if applicable, are to be paid by the guest.
➢ The Company reserves the right to change (addition/deletion on exchange) sightseeing places for betterment of the tour programme.
➢ If sightseeing timings aren't adhered to, or if an any add-ons are required then the same will be borne by the guests.
➢ Sightseeing days and closing of a particular sightseeing place are not in our hand, but we try our level best to cover all the sightseeing listed in the tour program. Sightseeing of adventurous types is totally dependent on weather.