Indrahar Pass Trek 2026 I Trekking in Dharamshala I Himachal

Indrahar Pass trek to Chamba Valley 2026

Indrahar pass trek is situated in Dharamshala ,Himachal Pradesh.Indrahar pass is one of the most renowned passes of Dhauladhar range in Kangra district. It is challenging trek as it takes 5 Hours from the base to reach the top of the pass.The trail is well marked on rock surfaces. We have tailor made itinerary of 3-8 Days to do this trek. The view form the top of the pass is fascinating ,you can see 5000 metres peaks on Pir Panjal Range Namely :Manimahesh Kailash Peak, Bar Kanda peak Tent peak, Chobia pass etc

Location: Dharamshala Himachal Pradesh

Best Season: Opening From April- June, September-December

Trek Distance: 45 Kms

Trek Height: 4347 Metres

Weather: In Summer time the temperature is 20 Degrees in Day time at Snowline and Lahesh Cave.In evening temeprature drops to 9-10 degrees. In Indrahar pass Temperature is 5-7 degrees only and if the weather is cloudy it can drop to 0 degrees.

Preparation : You must have done few treks before of Altitude 3000-4000 metres. You should have good physical fitness and carrying weight capacity at least 12 kgs in your backpack .It will keep you in good endurance. Walking long distances walk upto 10-12 kms is also required.

Trek Itinerary:-

Day 1: Mcleodganj – Triund(4-5 Hours)

Arrive at Mcleodganj meet our trek leader and Start Trek to triund(2875 m) ridge,a famous campsite,on the way have lunch at midway(Magic view cafe) .After Lunch continue trek reach triund for night hault.After reaching relax,have snacks and you will have complete briefing of the site.Evening enjoy with bornfires & sleep in tents.

Day 2: Triund – Lahesh Caves(4 Hours)

After breakfast pack and move to Illaqa(3100 m) along the Tiranga Devi Temple to take blessing for sucess,reaching illaqa ,refreshment is ready and we will take an hour break and have lunch.After lunch move to the base of the dhauladhar’s,cross the nalla(a stream of water coming from glacier) and ascent to lahesh caves(3300 m) for Night stay. Evening is little more cold with nice views of mountains and the colourful Kangra valley.

Day 3: Lahesh Caves – Indrahar Pass – Illaqa(8 Hours)

Early morning after breakfast, Climb to Indrahar Pass(4350 m) ,take blessing in Shiva temple at the top and witness awesome views of the mountains like Manimahesh Kailash peak situated in Bharmaur district ,Pir panjal ranges.and descent few steps on another side,Lunch there and Retrace your steps to illaqa for night stay

Day 4: Illaqa – Mcleodganj(5-6 Hours)

Trek to Mcleodganj via galu temple and end of the trek.

Indrahar Pass Trek Itinerary 2 :

Day 3: Lahesh Caves – Chatta Parav(8-9 Hours)

Wake up early morning get fresh and start trek towards the Pass(4347 m) ,reaching pass visit goddess temple and see the beautiful view of the pir panjal range specially Manimahesh Kailash peak situated in Chamba district , and descent to other side of the pass to Chatta Parav, it is a downhill trek hours to Chatta parav (base camp)3350 metres. 7-8 Hours

Day 4: Chatta – Kuarsi(5-6 Hours)

After breakfast trek to Kuarsi village through the pine meadows finally reach the beautiful remote village Kuarsi. The village is rich in culture you can see traditional wooden houses, apple orchards, kidney beans fields and interact with villagers as well.Stay Overnight In Nag Temple.

Day 5: Kuarsi – Chamba

Post Breakfast Take cab to ,it will take 3-4 hours to reach the main City Chamba visit Laxmi Naryan temple the Heritage of Chamba since 8th Century, Chamba Chougan and continue drive , By evening reach at Dharamshala

End of memorable Trek

Exclusions :

Certified guide services and Porters, Cook.

All meals (veg)

Bonfire.

Transport if required

Basic Medical kit

Permits and taxes

Mountain gear: Tents, Sleeping bags, Insulated matts, Ropes, Ice Axe, Walking poles etc.

Exclusions

Personal Porters for carrying trekker’s backpacks
Personal trekking equipments – like trekking poles or sleeping bag liners
Personal insurance or cost of emergency evacuation
Purchases of personal natures (like mineral water bottles/bottled or canned beverages/chocolates/dry fruits etc)
Food to/from the trail head.

Things To Pack:-

Good pair of trekking shoes with ankle support.
Clothing: You need to have warm clothes with three-layer jackets, fleece or down feather jacket. Carry 1 or 2 full sleeves t-shirt. For lowers carry cotton pants suitable for trek. Do no carry jeans or shorts for trekking.
Full body Thermals.
Socks and Gloves Carry 2 – 3 pair of sports socks along with woolen socks .
Headlamp/Led Torch are mandatory
Sunglasses: To protect from sunlight in snow you require UV rays protected sunglasses.
Lunchbox & Water bottle: Every participant should carry lunch box and water bottle of their own.
Raincoat/Ponchos: At high altitudes, snowfall and rain are quite common and it’s mandatory to carry a poncho so that one doesn’t get wet.