Buran Ghati Trek 7D/6N - Shimla Return
INR 17,500 per person plus 5% GST, including Shimla return transfers, one Janglik homestay night and five trail camp nights.
Himalayan Hikers
Nine-day Markha schedule with Leh acclimatization
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Shimla to Janglik
Shared homestay at JanglikJoin the included 07:30 departure towards Janglik via the Pabbar Valley. The source lists 160 km and conflicting drive estimates of 6-7 and 8-9 hours. A short final approach may be needed from the road head; settle into the homestay for the trek briefing.
Janglik to Dayara Thach
Shared tent at Dayara ThachWalk approximately 4 km in 4-5 hours through village fields, pine/oak forest and open meadow sections. The route includes gradual climbs and descents before the Dayara campsite. This is the Janglik-area meadow, not Dayara Bugyal in Uttarakhand.
Dayara Thach to Litham
Shared tent at LithamContinue approximately 3 km in 3-4 hours through meadow, forest and stream sections. Cross the Chandranahan stream at the guide-selected point before reaching Litham. Rest at the designated campsite in the waterfall basin.
Chandranahan Lake Excursion
Shared tent at LithamMake the approximately 6 km, 4-5-hour return excursion towards Chandranahan Lake. Ascend beside the waterfall and across rough high-basin terrain as conditions allow. Return to Litham for the night; the lake visit is weather and fitness dependent.
Litham to Dhunda
Shared tent at DhundaFollow the upper valley and steeper shepherd trail towards Dhunda, approximately 4 km. The detailed card estimates 4-5 hours while the summary says 6-7; allow the leader to set the pace. Prepare for the next day's pass crossing at the high camp.
Cross Buran Ghati to River Camp
Shared tent at River CampStart early for the approximately 8 km, 7-8-hour stage via Buran Ghati at 4,572 m. Boulder, snow and steep descent conditions may require guide-managed ropes and technical equipment. Descend to River Camp only under the field team's condition assessment.
River Camp to Barua and Shimla
No overnight stayDescend approximately 5 km through changing vegetation and orchards to Barua. Take the included approximately 275 km road transfer to Shimla. The combined day is listed at 10-11 hours, but road conditions can delay arrival; avoid tight onward connections.
What's included vs excluded
Inclusions
- Shared Tempo Traveller transfers from Shimla to Janglik and Barua to Shimla.
- One homestay night and five camp nights; confirm twin/triple allocation.
- Camp meals and refreshments except the stated road-meal exclusions.
- Forest permits and entry charges, subject to actual authorization.
- Trek leader, technical guide, kitchen team, helpers and radios.
- Sleeping/camping equipment, sanitation and dining setup, group first aid/oxygen and required snow gear.
Exclusions
- 5% GST, personal insurance, mandatory medical certificate and personal medicines/toiletries.
- Personal bag porter service INR 3,500 payable at Janglik; clarify the unusual 'minimum 8 kg' wording and actual limit.
- Foreign-national permit supplement INR 2,400; valid passport/visa and permissions required.
- Day 1 road breakfast/lunch, Day 7 road dinner and single occupancy supplements on request.
Transportation & Logistics
Accommodation & Meals
Tent & Stay Setup
1 homestay night and 5 camp nights
Meal Plan
Camp meals; Day 1 road breakfast/lunch and Day 7 road dinner excluded
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://himalayanhikers.in/cancellation-policy . General refunds: 90% at 30+ days, 50% at 21-30 days and none at less than 20 days; clarify overlapping day 30 and missing day 20. Processing is stated at 7-8 business days with bank charges deducted. External cancellation may offer an alternative or one-year voucher; no refund after reaching base camp. Email date-change requests at least seven days ahead; changed bookings become non-refundable under stated terms. Confirm batch-specific applicability.
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