Tirthan Valley – Great Himalayan National Park Trek

Description

Tirthan valley is a lesser-known nook of Himachal that is slowly gaining popularity. Accessible from Tirthan, Great Himalayan National Park is one of the most pristine bio-diverse forests of India. It happens to be the only national park that allows overnight camping. This easy, beginner-level trek takes you from Gushaini to Shilt Thatch, a lovely view-point within the park that offers panoramic views of snow-clad peaks, and back.

2 nights of luxurious stay, 2 nights of camping in the forest, gushing free-flowing Tirthan river that keeps you company and hikes to a lovely waterfall and an awe-inspiring 7-storied ancient temple tower that has withstood the test of time add up to make it an experience of a life-time.

Itinerary

• Day 1Your city - Gushaini, Tirthan

  Try to reach Gushaini in Tirthan valley by noon. Check into a comfortable riverside homestay, have lunch and then set off on a 3.5 km hike to Chhoie waterfall. Explore the nearby villages on the way back to the homestay.

• Day 2Gushaini (1600 m) - Rolla campsite (2100 m)

  The trail toward Rolla campsite is initially along a motorable road. Then it crosses a few fields up to Ropa village. The last 3 km stretch is through a dense forest inside Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP). The campsite is a lovely meadow set amidst dense forests and is situated on the banks of Tirthan river.

• Day 3Rolla - Shilt Thatch (3000 m) - Rolla

  After breakfast set off on the 5 km hike to Rolla. It is a gentle ascent up to the turn off towards Shilt. Further on it is a fairly steep climb all the way up to Shilt view point. Do stop occasionally to catch your breath, to admire splendid views of the mountains and to do a bit of birdwatching. Enjoy a packed lunch at Shilt view point and return to the campsite.

• Day 4Rolla - Gushaini

  After breakfast set off towards Gushaini. The 12 km hike shouldn’t take more than 4 to 5 hours even at an easy pace. So take your time, soak in the sights and do some birdwatching while inside the national park. Those interested, can do some sustainable angling in the afternoon.

• Day 5Gushaini - Chehni Kothi - your destination

  After breakfast, check out and drive to the starting point of the hike to Chehni Kothi near Banjar. Chehni Kothi is a marvelous, ancient, 7-storied temple based on traditional Himachali architecture that uses stone and wood. The trip ends after the hike. Take a taxi or get dropped at a bus-stop to catch a bus to your next destination.

Inclusions

• – 2 nights stay at a luxurious homestay in Tirthan
• – 2 nights camping inside Great Himalayan National Park
• – All meals starting with lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 5
• – Ground transport – Aut to Tirthan Valley and from Tirthan Valley to Jalori pass
• – Porterage for personal luggage – one 12 kg bag per person
• – Trekking permits
• – Guide charges

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