Naggar-Malana over Chandrakhani Pass
Chandrakhani Pass is one of the most beautiful and serene pass, at an altitude of 3660 m located in the Kullu valley. Chandrakhani Pass offers fabulous views of the Deo Tibba peak, Pir Panjal and Parbati range of mountains. The trek is one of the most beautiful treks that introduces the traveler to the remote, hilly cultures of Himachal Pradesh. Legend has that Jamlu (the presiding deity at Malana), opened a basket containing the gods of Kullu at the Chandrakhani Pass and the strong winds blew the gods to their present abodes. Below the Chandarkhani pass of the Kullu valley lies a small cluster of around two hundred stone roof houses constituting a village called Malana. Its inimitable culture and the temple of Jamlu distinguish the village. Malana stands out as an autonomous self-sufficient unit whose inhabitants claim Greek ancestry. Malana is connected to Kullu by three mountain passes - it can be reached from Parbati valley crossing over the 3180 metres rashol pass and via Naggar over the 3600 metres beautiful Chanderkhani pass. For the outsiders, there is a long list of do's and don'ts to be followed in the village. The people are friendly but outsiders are told to keep distance and not to touch anything in the village. Kanashi, the language of Malana, does not resemble any of the dialects spoken in its neighbourhood but seems to be a mixture of Sanskrit and several Tibetan dialects. Two important festivals are celebrated in Malana. One called Badoh Mela is celebrated in august and the other called Fagdi mela in February.
Trek Itinerary
Day 1 - Naggar-Rumsu-Naya Thapru- 2200 Meters (4-6 hours)
Naggar is famous for it's castle, old pagoda temple of Tripura Sundari and Roerich Art Gallery. From the village of Naggar, the trek begins with a gradual ascent upto Rumsu. The path is through forested cover of pine, Deodar, and Chestnut. Climb is steep and tiring until we reach our campsite with plenty of availability of wood and a nearby water stream. We camp here tonight among beautiful green pastures.
Day 2 - Naya Thapru - Chandrakhani Base Camp - (4-6 hours)
It’s a beautiful camping site surrounded by forest with a small patch of grass in between. The entire trek till Chandarkhani Base camp that is almost 6-7 Kms from Rumsu is uphill. Most of it is through the jungle which blocks the view on both sides. There are some open patches in between but most of it is through the dense forest till you reach the base camp. The campsite is a view to behold, fog filled valley in the front and imposing Chandrakhani on the far right.
Day 3- Chandrakhani Base Camp-Chandrakhani Pass-Malana-(10-12 hours)
Today will be a long and tiring day, so its better to leave early. The climb is not so tiring. The pass offers panaromic view of Pir-Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. However descent is steep and risky and takes very long over loose scree thus exhaust the trekker till we reach the guest house in Malana. We stay here in village guest house and relish tasty food and a good night sleep.
Day 4- Malana-Jari-Manali
Manala (2652 meters) comprise of two villages about hundred yards apart. The village has peculiar customs and one should not touch village articles and objects as they oppose a fine over touching village articles and famous temple of Jamlu Devta. From here there is a two hours descend across a bridge over river stream and then a steep ascent on a well paved path on Malana-Jari Road. Our Cars will be waiting for you to to transport you back to your hotel in Manali.
End of Trek
Day 1 - Naggar-Rumsu-Naya Thapru- 2200 Meters (4-6 hours)
Naggar is famous for it's castle, old pagoda temple of Tripura Sundari and Roerich Art Gallery. From the village of Naggar, the trek begins with a gradual ascent upto Rumsu. The path is through forested cover of pine, Deodar, and Chestnut. Climb is steep and tiring until we reach our campsite with plenty of availability of wood and a nearby water stream. We camp here tonight among beautiful green pastures.
Day 2 - Naya Thapru - Chandrakhani Base Camp - (4-6 hours)
It’s a beautiful camping site surrounded by forest with a small patch of grass in between. The entire trek till Chandarkhani Base camp that is almost 6-7 Kms from Rumsu is uphill. Most of it is through the jungle which blocks the view on both sides. There are some open patches in between but most of it is through the dense forest till you reach the base camp. The campsite is a view to behold, fog filled valley in the front and imposing Chandrakhani on the far right.
Day 3- Chandrakhani Base Camp-Chandrakhani Pass-Malana-(10-12 hours)
Today will be a long and tiring day, so its better to leave early. The climb is not so tiring. The pass offers panaromic view of Pir-Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. However descent is steep and risky and takes very long over loose scree thus exhaust the trekker till we reach the guest house in Malana. We stay here in village guest house and relish tasty food and a good night sleep.
Day 4- Malana-Jari-Manali
Manala (2652 meters) comprise of two villages about hundred yards apart. The village has peculiar customs and one should not touch village articles and objects as they oppose a fine over touching village articles and famous temple of Jamlu Devta. From here there is a two hours descend across a bridge over river stream and then a steep ascent on a well paved path on Malana-Jari Road. Our Cars will be waiting for you to to transport you back to your hotel in Manali.
End of Trek
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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.
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