QUICK FACTS
Trek Name: - Buran Ghati Trek / Buran Pass Trek
Region: - Shimla to Kinnaur (Himachal Pradesh)
Duration: - 7 Days
Maximum Altitude: - 4,580 m / 15,000 ft (How high is Buran Ghati Pass?)
Difficulty: - Moderate to Challenging (difficulty level of Buran Ghati trek)
Best Time: - May–June & Sept–Oct (best time to do Buran Ghati trek)
Starting Point: - Janglik
TREK OVERVIEW
The Buran Ghati Trek (also called the Buran Pass Trek) is one of the most untouched Himalayan trails in Himachal Pradesh. Starting from Janglik village in Shimla district, this trek passes through heritage villages, endless meadows, sacred lakes, and finally crosses the high-altitude Buran Ghati Pass (4,580 m / 15,000 ft) before descending into the mystical Baspa Valley Trek region of Kinnaur.
If you’re wondering about the difficulty level of Buran Ghati Trek, it is rated moderate to challenging, ideal for trekkers with prior Himalayan experience. The best time to do Buran Ghati Trek is from May–June and September–October, when the weather is clear and meadows are in bloom.
DAY WISE ITINERARY
Day 1 - Shimla → Janglikh (2,500 m)
- Drive from Shimla to Janglik village (8–9 hours) via Khadapathar / Narkanda / Rohru.
- This route is commonly searched as “Buran Ghati trek from Shimla” since Shimla is the nearest hub.
- Evening briefing, dinner, and overnight stay at Janglikh.
Day 2 - Janglikh → Dayara Thach
- Start the Janglik to Buran Ghati trail with a moderate trek (4–5 hrs).
- Explore the heritage village before heading through forests and meadows
- Overnight stay at Dayara Thach meadow campsite.
Day 3 - Dayara Thach → Litham Thach
- Trek through Dayara meadows with stunning views of Dhauladhar and Gunas Pass.
- Cross streams before reaching Litham campsite.
- Litham offers a 3-sided valley view, perfect for photographers.
Day 4 - Chandranahan Lake Excursion
- Today’s highlight is the Chandranahan Lake Trek.
- Follow shepherds’ trail past waterfalls to reach the sacred lake at ~4,000 m.
- This glacial amphitheatre is a key attraction for anyone searching “Buran Ghati trek itinerary 7 days”
- Return to Litham for overnight stay.
Day 5 - Litham → Nalabansh (3,900 m / 13,000 ft)
- Trek 4 hrs along Rupin Valley cliffs with first glimpses of Buran Ghati Pass.
- Campsite at Nalabansh with breathtaking alpine views.
Day 6 - Nalabansh → Munirang via Buran Ghati Pass (4,580 m / 15,000 ft)
- The toughest yet most thrilling section – crossing Buran Ghati Pass
- At 4,580 m (for trekkers searching “How high is Buran Ghati Pass 4550m”, this is the official altitude).
- Requires rappelling and sliding down snow walls – the most adventurous part.
- Descend to Munirang for overnight stay.
Day 7 - Munirang → Barua Village (Kinnaur)
- Trek through Baspa Valley Trek landscapes to reach Barua, a historical Kinnauri village.
- Trek ends here, with options to continue towards Sangla or return to Shimla.
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SEND ENQUIRYINCLUDES/ EXCLUDES
Price Includes
- Stay in alpine tents and local village homestay during the trek
- Nutritious meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 7 breakfast
- Professional trek leader and experienced local guides
- Support staff including cook and helpers
- Camping setup with tents, sleeping bags, and sleeping mats
- All required forest entry permits and camping fees
- Medical support with basic first aid and oxygen cylinder
- Transport from Shimla to Shimla
Price Excludes
- Any hotel stay before or after the trek
- Personal porter or mule services
- Any kind of personal expenses such as shopping, snacks, or phone usage
- Insurance coverage of any type
- Extra expenses caused by weather delays, road blockage, or emergencies
- Meals during transit and road journeys
- GST or additional taxes, if applicable
- Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions section
HOW TO REACH
Reporting Point: Shimla
By Volvo / Bus
- Overnight Volvo buses are available from Delhi to Shimla
- Reach Shimla by early morning and report at the pickup point
By Train
- Take a train to Kalka
- From Kalka, take a taxi/bus to Shimla or experience the famous Kalka–Shimla Railway
By Flight
- Nearest airport: Shimla Airport
- You can take a taxi to Shimla from the airport
Trek Route
Shimla → Janglik → Dayara Thach → Litham → Chandernahan Lake → Dhunda → Buran Pass → Munirang → Barua → Sangla
Note: Participants must reach Shimla on their own before the trip start time. Pickup details will be shared before departure.
THINGS TO CARRY
- 50–60L trekking backpack with rain cover
- High-ankle trekking shoes with good grip
- Warm jacket (padded/down jacket)
- Waterproof jacket/poncho
- Thermals (upper & lower)
- Trek pants & quick dry t-shirts
- Woollen cap, gloves & extra socks
- Water bottle/hydration flask
- Sunglasses & sunscreen
- Head torch with extra batteries
- Personal medicines, Power bank, Energy bars/dry fruits/snacks
- Government ID proof
CONFIRMATION POLICY
- Within a day of a successful booking, the client gets a voucher of the confirmation through email.
- If the preferred slots are not available, an alternative schedule will be arranged according to the preference of the customer, and a new voucher of confirmation will be sent through email.
- Alternatively, before confirmation, the customer can decide to cancel their booking, and a complete refund will be issued.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancellations made in between 45 days of the start date of the trip will be assessed a cancellation fee of 25% of the total tour cost.
- Cancellations made between 15-30 days of the trip’s start date will be charged 50% of the total tour cost as cancellation fees.
- If you cancel within 0-15 days of the trip’s start date, you will be charged 100% of the entire tour cost as cancellation fees.
- In the event of bad weather or government restrictions, any trips or events may be cancelled. In such a case, the operators will do all possible to give a viable alternative. However, a cash refund is not available on this item.
REFUND POLICY
If you select a refund after canceling your trek, the refund amount will be deposited into the payment account that you had used while making payment to us. It will take ten to twelve working days.
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