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Indrahar Pass Trek

Indrahar Pass, Dhauladhar, Himachal Pradesh

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  • Duration4D / 3N
  • DifficultyChallenging
  • Max altitude4,342 m
  • Distance35 km
  • StayCamps and Lahesh cave
  • GroupMax 12
  • Starts atDharamkot

Overview

Cross the Dhauladhar crest at 4,342 m for views into the Chamba valley and the Pir Panjal range beyond.

  • Summit a 4,342 m Himalayan pass
  • Night in the Lahesh rock cave
  • Views of the Pir Panjal and Mani Mahesh
Led by Vijay, Vijay AdventureHead of our Himalayan treks · Kareri village, Dharamshala Ask Vijay

Day-by-day itinerary

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Altitude profileHighest point 4,342 m
1,750 mStart2,850 mDay 13,600 mDay 24,342 mDay 31,750 mDay 4
  1. 1

    Day 1

    Dharamkot → Triund

    Acclimatise with the climb to Triund.

    • 9 km
    • 2,850 m
    • Meals Lunch, dinner
    • Camp
  2. 2

    Day 2

    Triund → Lahesh cave

    Via the Snowline and Laka glacier to the Lahesh cave camp.

    • 5 km
    • 3,600 m
    • Meals All meals
    • Cave / camp
  3. 3

    Day 3

    Lahesh → Indrahar Pass → Lahesh

    Pre-dawn start for the steep boulder climb to the pass, back to camp by afternoon.

    • 8 km
    • 4,342 m
    • Meals All meals
    • Cave / camp
  4. 4

    Day 4

    Lahesh → McLeodganj

    Long descent to McLeodganj.

    • 13 km
    • 1,750 m
    • Meals Breakfast, lunch

What’s included

Included

  • Certified trek leader and local guide
  • All meals on the trek (veg)
  • Tents, sleeping bags and mats
  • Forest and camping permits
  • First-aid kit, oximeter and oxygen cylinder
  • Microspikes and helmets

Not included

  • Travel to McLeodganj and back
  • Stay in Dharamshala before or after the trek
  • Mules or porters for personal bags (ask us to add one)
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

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What trekkers say about Vijay Adventure

5.0 on Google · 83 reviews

“Trust me, I have done tons of treks now, but when I did the Minkiani Pass trek with Vijay bhai, I really felt the importance of a guide … and the food by Badal bhai, woahhh, best food I ever had on treks!! I never ever gave my review, this is my first time, cause they really deserve it!!”
Rahul A.Minkiani Pass trek · Google review
“Five of us friends suddenly planned a trip to Kareri Lake Trek without any knowhow. We met Vijay on our way to Kareri, and thanks to him and Rajesh (Alex), we had an amazing time staying at the homestay in Kareri Village and enjoying the whole Kareri Lake Trek.”
Anubhav K.Kareri Lake trek and homestay · Google review
“Vijay guided me to Kareri Lake. He was super fit. That pushed me a lot! He is such a kind person with a good vibe. I liked his positive thinking. Besides, he knows everything about good hiking equipment.”
Lea G.Kareri Lake trek · Google review
“Vijay and his father are the best hosts in Kareri Village. If anyone is planning a trek to Kareri Village, you will find them to be very helpful people and excellent trekking guides.”
Money K.Kareri village · Google review

Questions people ask

How fit do I need to be?

You should have done at least one moderate trek and be able to climb steep boulder sections for 6–8 hours. We share a 6-week fitness plan after booking.

Where do we meet?

At our base in McLeodganj, near the main square. We share a map pin and the trek leader’s number on WhatsApp 2 days before departure.

What if the weather turns bad?

The trek leader decides on safety. If we cancel a departure for weather, you can move to another date or take a full refund.

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