Bir-Barot-Kullu Over Sari Pass
f you are in Dharamshala and want to cross over to Manali through a trek, Sari Pass is your best bet. It's the easiest trek which takes you from the Mighty Dhauladhars to Pir Panjal Mountain Ranges through beautiful forests and greenery and natural views with amazing wild life, rhodendron, oak and many different kind of forests, beautiful villages and tribes, rivers, streams and lakes.
Sari Galu, as Sari Pass is known locally, is one of the few passes which connect the Kangra and Kullu valleys. Set in deep jungles, far away from civilization, Sari shows the untouched beauty of the Himachal Himalayas. The trail starts at Lohardi, 31 km off the highway, in the watershed of the Uhl river. The jungles are lush green, dense and beautiful. On the western side, the trail runs all along the Lohardi/Sari stream. Camping along the stream under an umbrella of spruce trees is one of the must dos for any nature lover.
On the eastern side, it is colder, sparsely populated and a different culture. If you are amongst those interested in ancient cultures, a stay at Tiun can be memorable. If you are capable of experiencing a culture without judging it, Tiun is a must. From atop Sari Pass, you can see portions of the Dhauladhars towards the west, passes to Lahaul and Spiti towards the East, parts of Kalihani pass and Pir Panjal ranges towards the North.
An added incentive for going to Sari Pass is the glacial, religious lake called Dainasar. It opens around May and is a 2-3 hour trek from the pass towards the North along the same ridge. This trek can take you to Manali from Lohardi in as less as 5 days.
Sari Galu, as Sari Pass is known locally, is one of the few passes which connect the Kangra and Kullu valleys. Set in deep jungles, far away from civilization, Sari shows the untouched beauty of the Himachal Himalayas. The trail starts at Lohardi, 31 km off the highway, in the watershed of the Uhl river. The jungles are lush green, dense and beautiful. On the western side, the trail runs all along the Lohardi/Sari stream. Camping along the stream under an umbrella of spruce trees is one of the must dos for any nature lover.
On the eastern side, it is colder, sparsely populated and a different culture. If you are amongst those interested in ancient cultures, a stay at Tiun can be memorable. If you are capable of experiencing a culture without judging it, Tiun is a must. From atop Sari Pass, you can see portions of the Dhauladhars towards the west, passes to Lahaul and Spiti towards the East, parts of Kalihani pass and Pir Panjal ranges towards the North.
An added incentive for going to Sari Pass is the glacial, religious lake called Dainasar. It opens around May and is a 2-3 hour trek from the pass towards the North along the same ridge. This trek can take you to Manali from Lohardi in as less as 5 days.
Trek Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrival at Barot and Lohardi
The small village is located on both sides of Lamdug River. The scenic grander of Lohardi to some extent resembles to that of Manali. On both sides are high hills with thick forest, below in the valley are orchards. This area presents a very rugged beauty and has un-explored treks unvisited. It is a trekkers paradise and one finds oneself completely lost in admiring the natural beauty all around.
Day 02 : Lohardi to Lahesh - 3200 mts, 6-7 hrs trek
It is a well defined trek which weaves through forested ridges along the lohardi nullah. There are shepherd encampments on the route. It is a very interesting trek with a lot of greenery for about 11- 15 Km. with moderate ascent. This is a familiar trek for the villagers to walk with their animals. Sheep and goats for for grazing pupose.
This trek is visited by shepherds and trekkers frequently to cross over Sari Pass.
Day 03 : Lahesh to Danser Lake and Sari Pass- 4280 mts, 5-6 hours
Lahesh Cave to Danser Lake cross over Sari Pass (3700m) Distance: 12 Kms. It is a moderate trek that climbs to cross sari pass (3760m). this trek is will identified one but might need the service of guide sari pass is not very high and has green meadows on top of it where shepherds with there flocks of sheep and goats stay for a long time during the summer months. After a few hours of crossing Sari Pass we will reach Danser Lake at 4150 meters, it's very cold so advisable to carry good clothes for temperatures of well below zero degree celsius. We will camp here tonight.
Day 04 :Danser to Teun- 2700 mts, 4-5 hrs trek
Danser Lake to Teun Now we have an option of going back to Barot via Maradh retracting our steps via the same route or crossing over Kullu. In case we choose to go to Kullu we would proceed to Teun village at 2700 meters. Teun is a primitive village of Rajput families who usually dont like outsider interference so it's best to stay in tents and keep reasonable distance.
Day 05 : Naghol to Kullu , 3-4 hrs trek.
Teun to Naghol - 2700 mts, 4-5 hrs trek This trek is well marked and passes though many villages all along the Sari Nullah. One can also reach Samalag Village from Teun which is 0nly 7 Km. and then trek to Salang the last bus head of the Lag valley.
Why choose us?
We will provide trained Hindi and English speaking guide and proper backup and safety along with great food and camping. Please inquire and fill the form below to book.
Per day cost will be upwards of 2000/-per person on per day basis and can be negotiated based on group size and facilities.
Click Here to know... what to carry along for the trek and what is included in your package tour.
Day 01 : Arrival at Barot and Lohardi
The small village is located on both sides of Lamdug River. The scenic grander of Lohardi to some extent resembles to that of Manali. On both sides are high hills with thick forest, below in the valley are orchards. This area presents a very rugged beauty and has un-explored treks unvisited. It is a trekkers paradise and one finds oneself completely lost in admiring the natural beauty all around.
Day 02 : Lohardi to Lahesh - 3200 mts, 6-7 hrs trek
It is a well defined trek which weaves through forested ridges along the lohardi nullah. There are shepherd encampments on the route. It is a very interesting trek with a lot of greenery for about 11- 15 Km. with moderate ascent. This is a familiar trek for the villagers to walk with their animals. Sheep and goats for for grazing pupose.
This trek is visited by shepherds and trekkers frequently to cross over Sari Pass.
Day 03 : Lahesh to Danser Lake and Sari Pass- 4280 mts, 5-6 hours
Lahesh Cave to Danser Lake cross over Sari Pass (3700m) Distance: 12 Kms. It is a moderate trek that climbs to cross sari pass (3760m). this trek is will identified one but might need the service of guide sari pass is not very high and has green meadows on top of it where shepherds with there flocks of sheep and goats stay for a long time during the summer months. After a few hours of crossing Sari Pass we will reach Danser Lake at 4150 meters, it's very cold so advisable to carry good clothes for temperatures of well below zero degree celsius. We will camp here tonight.
Day 04 :Danser to Teun- 2700 mts, 4-5 hrs trek
Danser Lake to Teun Now we have an option of going back to Barot via Maradh retracting our steps via the same route or crossing over Kullu. In case we choose to go to Kullu we would proceed to Teun village at 2700 meters. Teun is a primitive village of Rajput families who usually dont like outsider interference so it's best to stay in tents and keep reasonable distance.
Day 05 : Naghol to Kullu , 3-4 hrs trek.
Teun to Naghol - 2700 mts, 4-5 hrs trek This trek is well marked and passes though many villages all along the Sari Nullah. One can also reach Samalag Village from Teun which is 0nly 7 Km. and then trek to Salang the last bus head of the Lag valley.
Why choose us?
We will provide trained Hindi and English speaking guide and proper backup and safety along with great food and camping. Please inquire and fill the form below to book.
Per day cost will be upwards of 2000/-per person on per day basis and can be negotiated based on group size and facilities.
- All necessary paper works and permits.
- Healthy and Tasty Meals including Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Soups and Snacks
- Bonfire
- Porters and Mules
- Travel & Rescue arrangements
- Medical Kits
- All government and local taxes if necessary.
- World Class Equipment
- Best Quality Tents, Sleeping Bags, Camping Equipment, Ropes, Ice Axe (Where required).
Click Here to know... what to carry along for the trek and what is included in your package tour.
