Mount Patalsu

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Difficulty Level – Easy to Moderate
Duration – 5 days
Elevation – 4200m (13,800 ft)

Note: Minimum 3 travellers are required to operate the trek

Description

Near Manali, Patalsu Peak at 4200m (13,800 ft) is a moderately easy summit. Don’t miss this opportunity and plan a getaway to the Himalayas. Go on Patalsu Peak trek if you want your holidays to be full of excitement. This is five days long expedition, and will take you to a maximum height of 13451 feet above sea level at the summit of Mount Patalsu.

Patalsu Peak trekking starts from the old bridge on the day. You first travel up to the famous Solang Valley, which becomes a lively ski resort in the winter season. Continue trek to Shagadugh, climbing through pine and meadows, deodar and oak forests occupied by Monals and Pheasants among other fauna for two days to the summit. Campsite set at Shagadugh, offers panoramic views of the entire Kullu valley and Hanuman Tibba, Friendship Peak, and Manali Peak.
After camping at night in Shagadugh, you resume your Patalsu Peak trekking tour. In the roughly 7 hours, for which you will keep on the trails the next day, you will scale Patalsu Peak, From the summit, you can see a sea of snow-covered mountains towering over the Kullu valley, and outstanding views into Lahaul and Spiti. Along with traditional Kullu hospitality and signature Manali forests, the Patalsu trail offers amazing views of the Beas Kund peaks including Hanuman Tibba, to round up a perfect beginner’s summit! After spending some time at the summit point, return to Shagadugh, stay at the campsite. The next day you will then trek down to the Solang Valley and board a vehicle to Manali.
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Itinerary

Itinerary

Arrival in Manali. Drive to Campsite. Take rest and enjoy the Campsite at Manali.
Drive Manali to Solang. Trek Solang valley to Shagadugh (9700 ft) - 3 km Trek Early morning report in Manali and board your vehicles for the short drive to Solang valley- the starting point of Patalsu Peak Trek. From Solang, we will hike to the huge meadows of Shagadugh. Before opening up at the Shagadugh meadows, the trail consists of a gradual ascent through pine and oak forests. We set camp here for the night.
Shagadugh to Patalsu Summit (13,800 ft) and back to Shagadugh - 8 km Trek We will begin early for the Patalsu summit push. After crossing the flat fields at the base of the peak, we will climb through steep, exposed terrain over a ridge for our summit push. After reaching the summit, we will spend some time with amazing views of the Beas Kund peaks, before returning back to Shagadugh.
Shagadugh to Solang Valley - 3 km Trek (Drive back to Manali) Today, we will hike back down to Solang Valley village and board our vehicles for the drive back to Manali. The trip ends here.
Activities day in Manali.

Cost: 01- 05 Pax INR. 19,82,000-
Total INR. Ninteen Lakhs Eighty two thousand only.
(Permit and BC services sharing with others)

Package Details

Highlights:

Mount Patalsu Trek

Price (Per Person): INR – 5000

Duration: 5 Days

Account Information
All payments should be made by bank transfer to the following bank account.
For the bank account of Adventure Guide Private Limited-
A/c Name- Adventure Guide Private Limited
Ac No- 201002136616
Bank Name- Indusind Bank Limited
IFSC Code- INDB0000011
Branch- Industry House, Indore
Deposit
A non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total amount is payable to secure a place in the expedition. This needs to be prior 15 days of the scheduled departure date.
Balance 
The balance of 75% amount is payable before starting of the expedition.
Note: All bank transfer charges are for the remitter's account.
Challengers Hub is a unit of Adventure Guide Private Limited
3/105, Shri Krishna Avenue, Limbodi, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India, Pin- 452001
Cancellation & Refund Policy
An expedition member may cancel his/her participation on the following basis:
Cancellation prior to 30 days from start of the expedition get 95% refund.
Cancellation between 29 days and 11 days to the start of the trip get 60% refund.
Cancellation less than 10 days to the start of the trip No refund.
Trip Cancellation Insurance
Team members should take out private insurance if they wish to be covered against cancellation due to medical or personal reasons.
This is called trip cancellation insurance and can be obtained from your travel agent.

Inclusion/Exclusion

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Veg Meals and Non- Veg on Trekking days
  • Forest Permits/Camping Charges/Permits, Trek Permit Fee/IMF Permission (Upto the amount charged for Indian nationals)
  • Camping tents, Temp rated sleeping bags, mattress
  • Safety Equipment includes static rescue rope, seat harness, carabiners, pulleys
  • Certified Mountaineering course Trek Leader with Wilderness Emergency Responder & Rescue.
  • First Aid Certified Local guide, cook, helpers
  • Porters or mules for carrying common luggage
  • Transportation from Manali to Manali.
  • Meals during road journeys
  • Any kind of Insurance
  • Any expense of personal nature
  • Any expense not stated in the inclusion list
  • Carriage of the personal rucksack
  • Meals during Hotel Stay, if any

Things To Carry

 

·         Basics Gear

Back pack & rain cover (50 – 60 ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps
Day pack + rain cover 20 – 30 ltr (If hire a mule or porter)
Walking stick Advisable (At least one)
Head torch 1 Nos. (Hand torch would be an alternative)
Water bottle/Hydration pack 2 bottles of one litre each People who use hydration pack 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter
Snacks Energy bars, dry fruits, electoral
Personal Medical Kit Consult your doctor

·         Think about your head

Sun cap 1 Nos. (One that covers the neck as well)
Woolen cap 1 Nos.
Woolen cap 1 Nos.
Balaclava 1 Nos.
Neck-gaiters 1 Nos.
Sunglasses Dark with side cover, it should be U/V protected.
People who wear spectacles-
(A)- Use contact lenses. (Not for Chadar trek)
(B)- Photo chromatic glasses.

·         Be comfy at the trek

Trek pants 2 Synthetic (avoid shorts, fitting denims, capris)
T-shirts 2 Full sleeves (Non-cotton)
Fleece T-shirts 1 Nos.
Fleece jacket 1 Nos. (Alternative: a woollen sweater)
Down feather / Hollofil jacket 1 Nos.
Wind & waterproof jacket & pant 1 Pair
Thermal inners 1 Pair
Poncho 1 Nos.

·         Mind your step

Trekking shoes 1 Pair (Waterproof, high ankle with good grip)
Floaters/flip-flops 1 Pair (Optional)
Cotton socks 4 pairs
Woollen socks 2 pairs
Gaiters TTH team will notify you, if required
Gumboots Required only for Chadar trek

·         Personal Utilities

Sunscreen cream Hand sanitizer
Moisturiser Antibacterial powder
Lip balm Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet Paper & wipes Quick dry towel

·         Keep these handy

Waterproof gloves 1 Pair
Fleece/woollen gloves 1 Pair

 

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