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Indrahar Pass Trek

Indrahar Pass Trek

Expert3-4 DaysApprox. 4,342 m

₹11,000 / person

Duration

3-4 Days

Distance

Approx. 28-32 km round trip

Max altitude

Approx. 4,342 m

Best season

Late May-June, mid-Sep-Oct (subject to 2026 district rules)

Overview

Indrahar Pass is the big one above McLeod Ganj. From Gallu Devi temple the route climbs to Triund, follows the rocky ridge past Snowline and Laka Got below the Laka glacier, and camps at the Lahesh caves, the old Gaddi shepherd shelters at approx. 3,500-3,600 m. Summit day starts around 4 or 5 am and climbs a long boulder-and-scree slope to the narrow notch of the pass, where on a clear morning you see the Kangra Valley on one side and the Pir Panjal and Mani Mahesh Kailash range on the other. Our standard trip goes out and back to McLeod Ganj; the crossing to the Chamba side via Chhata and Kuarsi can be arranged on request with extra days and transport. This is a difficult, high-altitude trek, not "Triund plus a bit". It suits fit trekkers who have done at least one multi-day Himalayan trek and are comfortable on boulders. Please note: in January 2026 the Kangra District Disaster Management Authority banned trekking above 3,000 m in the district, and we could not confirm whether that order has been relaxed for the autumn season. We run this trek only when it is permitted and confirm the current position before taking any payment. Our guides follow a strict turn-around rule (at the pass by about 11 am, or we turn back), and every trekker on the Triund route pays the refundable Rs.500 waste deposit at the forest checkpost.

Itinerary

Day 1: Gallu Devi to Triund

Meet in McLeod Ganj or Dharamkot and start from Gallu Devi temple (approx. 2,100 m). Climb 6-7 km through oak and rhododendron forest, past the forest checkpost and Magic View cafe area, to Triund. Sleeping at Triund rather than pushing higher helps acclimatisation. Camp, dinner and briefing.

Day 2: Triund to Lahesh caves via Snowline and Laka Got

Climb the rocky ridge to Snowline and Laka Got at the foot of the Laka glacier, then scramble over steep, loose ground and small streams to the Lahesh caves. Camp in tents near the caves. This is the last reliable water before the pass, so we fill up and treat water here.

Day 3: Summit day: Indrahar Pass and back to Lahesh or Laka Got

Start by 4-5 am with headlamps. Climb 4-6 hours over boulders and scree (possibly hard snow early in the season) to the pass, spend 20-30 minutes at the small shrine, and descend before cloud builds. If we are not at the pass by about 11 am or the weather closes in, we turn back. Overnight at Lahesh or Laka Got.

Day 4: Descent to McLeod Ganj

Walk down past Triund to Gallu Devi and Dharamkot, collect your waste deposit refund at the checkpost on the way, and finish in McLeod Ganj by afternoon. Very fit groups in settled weather may compress the trek into 3 days; we decide this on the mountain.

Included

  • ✓Experienced local trek leader and support staff
  • ✓Tents, sleeping bags rated to approx. -5 °C and mats
  • ✓All meals on the trek from day 1 lunch to day 4 lunch
  • ✓Forest entry fees
  • ✓Help with district permission or clearance where required
  • ✓First aid kit and emergency plan
  • ✓Porters or mules for group camping kit (lower section)

Not Included

  • ✗Transport to Dharamkot / Gallu Devi
  • ✗Rs.500 refundable waste deposit at the Triund checkpost (paid by each trekker, returned on descent)
  • ✗Chamba-side crossing, extra days and return transport from Chamba
  • ✗Personal porter
  • ✗Travel and rescue insurance
  • ✗Tips
  • ✗Personal gear and medicines

What to carry

Ankle-high trekking boots with good gripMicrospikes (May-early June and October)Thermal base layers, fleece and down jacketWaterproof jacket and trousersWarm hat and gloves2-3 litre water capacity plus filter or tabletsHeadlamp with spare batteriesTrekking polesSunscreen SPF 50, UV sunglasses, lip balmPersonal medicines and blister kitPhoto ID and cash

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Indrahar Pass trek allowed in 2026?
In January 2026 the Kangra District Disaster Management Authority banned trekking above 3,000 m in the district, which covers Indrahar Pass. We could not confirm whether the order has been lifted for autumn 2026. We only run the trek when it is permitted and will confirm the current position before you pay.
How difficult is Indrahar Pass?
It is a difficult high-altitude trek. It is non-technical in good conditions, but summit day from the Lahesh caves means 8 to 12 hours on steep boulders and scree, with sudden storms possible. If Triund felt hard, or you have never been above about 3,500 m, choose Snowline and Laka Got instead.
Can we cross over to the Chamba side?
Yes, on request. The crossing via Chhata and Kuarsi adds a day or two and needs a pre-arranged jeep pick-up near Machhetar; the drive back to Dharamshala from Chamba is long (approx. 6 to 8 hours). We quote it separately.
What happens if the weather turns?
Our guides turn back if we are not at the pass by about 11 am or if cloud and storms close in. Mountain weather here usually clouds over by late morning. Safety comes before the summit, and we cannot refund for weather turn-arounds, though we always try to reschedule.

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