Pin Bhaba Pass Trek 8D/7N - Kafnu to Kaza Route
From INR 19,000 per person plus 5% GST; insurance INR 1,500 and transport INR 3,400 displayed separately. Transfer inclusion conflicts require a written quote.
Himalaya Shelter
Village homestays and a Nimaling alpine camp
Know before you go
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Shimla to Kafnu
Shared guesthouse/homestay at KafnuThe route begins with approximately 200 km driving in 7-8 hours via Narkanda, Rampur and Wangtoo to Kafnu. Confirm pickup and transfer charges because the page's cost sections conflict. Settle into the shared homestay or guesthouse for dinner.
Kafnu to Mulling
Twin-sharing tent at MullingTrek approximately 11 km in 7-8 hours, initially on the hydro-project access route before entering the forest trail. Continue beside the river and through changing woodland to the Mulling campsite. Expect a substantial first-day altitude gain.
Mulling to Kara
Twin-sharing tent at KaraFollow approximately 6 km in five hours through scattered forest, small boulders and stream-cut meadows. A river crossing near the confluence leads towards Kara. Use the field team's chosen crossing and pace rather than assuming a fixed bridge or water level.
Kara to Phutsirang
Twin-sharing tent at PhutsirangAscend approximately 5 km in 4-5 hours to Phutsirang. The day begins with multiple river channels before the climb. Rain upstream or later-day flow can make crossings harder, so the guide determines timing and whether the route remains passable.
Acclimatization at Phutsirang
Twin-sharing tent at PhutsirangRemain at high camp to rest, recover and acclimatize before the pass stage. The operator suggests a short optional walk towards the river delta less than a kilometre away. Follow the leader's health assessment and prepare for an early start.
Cross Pin Bhaba to Baldar
Twin-sharing tent at BaldarCover approximately 18 km via the pass and descend towards Baldar. Start before dawn for scree, possible snow and a long Pin-side descent. The time field is mislabeled '10-12 km'; the narrative describes several hours ascending followed by 5-6 hours descending, so confirm the full-day duration.
Baldar to Mudh and Kaza
Shared guesthouse/homestay at KazaWalk approximately 12 km in 6-7 hours through the changing colours of Pin Valley and down to Mudh. Continue approximately 50 km by road to Kaza, listed at three hours. Stay at the included shared guesthouse or homestay; transport charges require clarification.
Kaza to Manali Road Journey
No overnight stayAfter breakfast, the published route continues approximately 200 km to Manali in 6-7 hours via high-road passes. Confirm the actual road alignment, opening status and paid/included transfer agreement; weather and road damage may extend the journey substantially.
What's included vs excluded
Inclusions
- Shared guesthouse/homestay nights at Kafnu and Kaza, plus five twin-tent nights.
- Vegetarian/egg meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 8 breakfast; Jain/vegan on prior request.
- Sleeping/camp equipment, condition-dependent technical gear and group first aid/oxygen.
- Trek leader, local guides, kitchen team, common-equipment porters/mules and Indian-national forest fees.
Exclusions
- 5% GST and mandatory insurance displayed at INR 1,500; confirm coverage and taxes.
- Transport metadata lists INR 3,400 despite specific transfer inclusions; do not assume free transfers without written clarification.
- Personal bag offloading INR 500 per bag/day up to 12 kg; single sharing INR 5,000 extra per person.
- Used buffer day, foreign-national supplements, personal equipment/expenses, transit meals outside stated coverage and unlisted services. No cloakroom available.
Transportation & Logistics
Accommodation & Meals
Tent & Stay Setup
2 guesthouse nights and 5 camp nights
Meal Plan
Vegetarian/eggs; Jain/vegan on request; Day 1 dinner to Day 8 breakfast
Safety & Cancellation Policy
Medical & High-Altitude Safety
Confirm guide qualifications, activity-specific equipment, emergency arrangements, and insurance requirements directly with the operator before booking.
Cancellation Terms
Source: https://www.himalayashelter.com/cancellation-policy . Himachal schedule: 35+ days, 90% refund or 100% voucher; 35-25 days, 70% refund or 90% voucher; 25-7 days, 50% refund or 70% voucher; within seven days, no cash refund or 50% voucher. Clarify overlapping boundaries. Personal vouchers last two years. External operator cancellation offers future trekking within 18 months rather than cash, subject to availability and committed third-party deductions. Confirm selected batch and transport terms.
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