Manali Deo Tibba Base Trek
Base of Deotibba Trail
Duration : 5 Days
Grade : Moderate
The Period of Operation : May to October
Highest Altitude : 4480 m
The trail leaves Jagatsukh village, 6 Kms south of Manali. Ascending through small shrubby land and verdant meadows the trail enters a heavily forested gorge with streams flowing by. May through September is the best time to trek here as you get to see hundreds of wildflowers all around. Ascending through a once glaciated region the trail is essentially a shepherd's path used by the nomadic Gaddis and Gujjars. A most rewarding trek in its scenic splendor.
Day 1: Manali-Jagatsukh-Chikka. 5-6 hours.
Gradual climb from the village of Jagatsukh once the capital of Kullu state, 6 Kms south of Manali. Along the Jagatsukh stream through forests and grazing pastures for about five hours to reach Chikka (2960m) a pleasant alpine meadow. Camp.
Day 2: Chikka - Seri: 4-5 hours.
The trail climbs steadily towards our next campsite in the beautiful meadows of Seri. Beautiful wild alpine flowers. Extensive views of the Pir Panjal ranges to the north. Seri lies at the base of the Deo Tibba Base camp. A small glacial lake nearby. Camp.
Day 3: Seri- Chandertal and back. 3-4 hours.
The trail climbs steeply, cross a stream and a small campsite. This tiny lake is high up on a mountain ridge. Spend a few hours admiring the extensive views of the surrounding mountain peaks before returning to our Seri camp.
Day 4: Seri - Chikka. 3-4 hours.
Return the way we came to camp at Chikka. Relaxed evening with a campfire.
Day 5: Chikka- Jagatsukh - Manali. 5 hours
Return to Jagatsukh village from where we can take surface transport back to Manali.
Some of our trekking routes in Himachal are :
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