The Sar Pass Trek is located in the Parvati Valley in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu region. Sar is a lake in the regional vernacular. Sar Pass Trek is named after a minor, typically frozen lake that one passes through when hiking from Tila Lotni to Biskeri Peak.
Major highlights
The Sar Pass trip, which shows the extent of 13850 feet, features a lovely track that passes through various landscapes of the raging Parvati River, cascading waterfalls, boundless woods, fresh green fields, and far more. You may wander through a layer of sparkling pure white snow while admiring the Parvati Valley’s stunning sights.
You can also explore India’s Mini Israel, the Grahan Hamlet, a 200-year-old secret jewel in the Parvati Valley where you can eat newly prepared Himachali food whilst admiring the breathtaking Himalayan views.
It is a photographers’, painters’, and nature lovers’ paradise, offering the splendour of a lovely emerald scenery. While hiking from Tila Lotni to Biskeri Ridge, everyone should travel via a small, typically frozen lake known as “Sar” in Himachal’s native dialect.
You can follow this guide for the best experience.
Day 1: Kasol to Grahan : It begins in Kasol’s core and continues to the actual left of the nalah. The path is simple to follow and is commonly used by natives. Because of the moderate upslope, one might easily cover a huge area in a few hours. I could also observe some farms and brightly coloured banners. These are improvised booths with merchants offering tea, omelets, and rhododendron nectar! Rhododendrons (also known as buras) thrive in snow-covered woodlands.
Day 2: Grahan to Min Thach: A path takes northwest from the Grahan camping area, gently ascending. This walkway is frequently used by locals in the morning. This is the path that leads to Min Thach. The route becomes more difficult and continues into the forest. One day is required to travel from Grahan to Min Thach. It enables the individual to acclimate and prepare up for the upcoming adventure. Experienced hikers, on the other hand, can begin immediately from Kasol, stop for an actual meal at Grahan, and arrive in Min Thach after midday.
Day 3: Min Thach to Nagaru: As the bird flies, Nagaru appears to be a short distance away from Min Thach, however the path does not follow the crest up straight; rather, it swerves up to the southern (staring up at the mountains, against the right) and into the woodlands. Snow can fall here according on the climate. The Nagaru camp location is like another world! When heading north, majestic highlands abruptly throughout the Parvati valley, with the village of Manikaran seen in the distance. Chanderkhani and the Beas valley hills can be seen in the far north-west.
Day 4: Nagaru — Sar Pass – Biskeri Thach: The ascent to Sar Pass maintains the slope in a southerly orientation and is difficult at times. While you rise throughout the snow at high elevation, feel free to retain a slow but consistent speed. Until later in the summer, Sar’ seems to be mostly iced. There is no crest in the mountainous region to traverse, therefore the passage is not what one might expect. Biskeri offers a breathtaking panorama of pine trees, gorgeous vistas, and lush pastures. In the valley below, the villages of Tosh, Pulga-Tulga, Bursheni, and Nakthan could be seen.
Day 5: Biskeri Thach to Bursheni: A rough trail descends from Biskeri, staying to the left of the creek. After sufficient time has passed, cross the river and walk along a fenced-in area. The path comes to a stop here, therefore you’ll have to scour the area (looking for a gap in the fencing) to locate the track that goes into the secluded bushland. The route travels down through a walled estate until it enters the forestry department’s lumber yard. The road continues on, along a water pipeline to the settlement of Pulga.
As a result, this journey comes to a close, with experiences that will last a lifetime.
What to Take
If you want to lighten your backpack, you can carry a daypack with solid straps and a supporting frame. Trekking boots must have a firm grip on the bottoms and provide ankle stability. Socks (three pairs): two pairs of cotton socks and two pairs of woollen socks. Trek pants (3 pairs), which should be composite quick-drying and light in weight. Plus, if it’s chilly outside, you can layer one on top of the other. 3 pairs of collared t-shirts, ideally light and full-sleeved, 2 pairs of full-sleeve woollens, 1 hollow full-sleeve windproof jacket Inners made of thermal material.
Accessories- A compact poncho is recommended because it protects your bag from tip to bottom. When needed, a raincoat can indeed be utilised as a windbreaker. A cap that covers your ears and neck is required. You can also wear scarves, synthesised handgloves, and sunglasses that aren’t blue in shade because they don’t filter UV. Blacks, greens, and browns are all acceptable. Resist wearing sunglasses with multiple tones. They are required for this walk since they reduce snow blindness.
