Chobia Pass Trek Connects Bharmaur to Keylong
Chobia Pass is the second highest pass in the Pir- Panjal mountain range, an interesting and adventurous trek of 5-6 days which gives marvellous view of the Pir- Panjal range The Gaddies (shepherds) after spending six months in lower reaches of Kangra and Una District of Himachal Pradesh come to Bharmour, and move towards Lauhal and Spiti through Kugti and Chobia passes to graze their flocks. The Pass becomes very risky at the time of snowfall or over fresh snow for and tracing crevasses open up on Lahaul side in monsoon months and are difficult to negotiate. Gaddis also sacrifice few sheep’s when they are crossing Chobia Pass to the Goddess Marali for safe and easy crossing. June is the best month for trekking this pass. Chobia Pass lies between 2 Major peaks namely Tent Peak (6133m ) and Barakanda Peak (5877 ) of the Pir Panjal Range.
Location: District Chamba Himachal Pradesh
Trek Type: Difficult
Distance: 37 kms
Altitude:4925 metres
Duration: 4 Nights 5 Days
Route: Bharmour – Khateru Temple – Alyas – Chobia Pass – Alyas – Trilokinath
Day 1 : Bharmour – Khateru Temple
Start drive to Kao village (~1.5 hours) admiring the view of Bhudhil valley reaching the village start trek towards Khateru Temple. The trail is moderately ascending along Chobia nallah, it will take 5 hours to reach Khateru Temple for overnight Hault.
Day 2 : Khateru Temple – Alyas(Base camp)
Trek via Baggi Got, a Gaddi campsite with grand alpine pastures, and reach Alyas(3800 m) the base camp.
Day 3 : Rest Day for acclimatization
This day is to acclimatize, rest and prepare ourselves for the high pass crossing next day.
Day 4 : Alyas – Chobia Pass(4925 m) – Alyas (Lahual side) 8 hours
Most challenging day of the trek. The weather at pass can get bad after noon so we need to start by 4 a.m. to reach at the top by 10 am After a tough climb we reach the pass and witness magnificent view of snow clad Peaks of pir panjal . It is one of the narrowest pass to cross and then descent on other side which is steep , as there is chance of crevasses hidden under snow; needs to be navigated with precaution and under expert supervision.
Day 5 Alyas – Trilokinath . 5-6 hours
Trek through an easier trail compared to previous day! As we descend into Lahual side of the pass, magnificent views open up and greet you.
Inclusions:
Services of skilled and Certified guides, helpers, and cooks
All meals and equipment during the trek
All Taxes and permits.
Transport if needed.
