Rupin Pass Trek 7D/6N - Bawta to Sangla
Seven-day route via Bawta, Jakha, waterfall camps and Rupin Pass, ending at Sangla. INR 22,000 per person plus 5% GST; transfer scope requires written confirmation.
Himalaya Shelter
Village homestays and a Nimaling alpine camp
Know before you go
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Shimla to Bawta
Shared homestay/guesthouse at BawtaThe itinerary begins with approximately 195 km of driving from Shimla to Bawta over 8-10 hours. Confirm the pickup point, time and transfer charge because the cost sections conflict. Settle into the village homestay or guesthouse and prepare for the trail.
Bawta to Jakha via Jiskun
Shared homestay at JakhaWalk approximately 6-7 km over 4-5 hours through Jiskun and onward to Jakha. The route follows village paths, forest and terraced landscapes while gaining altitude. Spend the night in the listed homestay.
Jakha to Saruwas Thatch
Twin-sharing tent at Saruwas ThatchContinue through forest towards the upper Rupin Valley and Saruwas Thatch. The day card gives approximately 6 km and 4-5 hours, climbing from 2,700 m to 3,300 m. Camp in twin-sharing alpine tents at the designated site.
Saruwas Thatch to Dhanderas Thatch
Twin-sharing tent at Dhanderas ThatchFollow the river through meadow, rocky and stream sections towards the waterfall basin. The detailed source does not specify this day's distance or duration, so neither is invented here. Overnight at the designated Dhanderas camp beneath the cliffs.
Dhanderas Thatch to Upper Waterfall Camp
Twin-sharing tent at Upper Waterfall CampMake the short but steep climb beside the waterfall towards the higher camp. Distance and duration are not specified in this day card. Arrive for rest and leader-directed acclimatization; the following day's card places the starting camp around 4,020 m.
Cross Rupin Pass to Ronti Gad
Twin-sharing tent at Ronti GadClimb through snow or rocky terrain to Rupin Pass and descend into the Ronti Gad valley. The operator lists approximately 12 km over 8-10 hours, reaching 4,650 m. The crossing remains dependent on weather, snow stability and the team's condition.
Ronti Gad to Sangla Kanda and Sangla
No overnight stayDescend approximately 6 km in 3-4 hours to Sangla Kanda, then follow the listed 25 km, 1-2-hour drive to Sangla. Confirm that vehicle access and its charge apply to the chosen departure. The published itinerary ends at Sangla, without a Shimla return or overnight stay.
What's included vs excluded
Inclusions
- Two village accommodation nights and four twin-sharing tent nights as shown in the day cards.
- Vegetarian meals with eggs from Day 1 dinner to Day 7 breakfast; Jain/vegan on prior request.
- Camping equipment, sleeping bags, foam mattresses and technical gear when required.
- Trek leader, local guides, kitchen staff and porters/mules for common gear.
- Standard Indian-national forest fees, subject to permissions; group medical kit, oxygen and stated cloakroom facility.
Exclusions
- 5% GST and any separately quoted transfers: 'Shimla to Sangla' wording conflicts with paid-transfer exclusions; obtain written scope.
- Mandatory trek insurance charged separately; current amount and coverage not verified.
- Personal backpack offloading INR 500 per bag per day, up to 12 kg; single sharing INR 5,000 extra per person.
- Foreign-national permit supplements, personal gear, tips, medicines, unlisted meals and onward travel from Sangla.
Transportation & Logistics
Accommodation & Meals
Tent & Stay Setup
2 village stays and 4 camp nights
Meal Plan
Vegetarian with eggs; Jain/vegan on request; Day 1 dinner to Day 7 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 refund or 50% voucher. Personal-cancellation vouchers are valid two years; clarify overlapping boundary days. External operator cancellation, including permit denial, excludes cash refunds and offers future trekking within 18 months subject to availability and committed third-party deductions. Obtain written batch-specific terms.
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