BORASU PASS TREK
Borasu Pass is one of those treks that brings in the beauty and culture of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. The route connects the Tons River valley to the Baspa River Valley. Ancient people used this trail as a trading route. The highest altitude of the trek is the Borasu Pass, which sits at 5450 m. It is a challenging terrain and best suited for trekkers with prior experience. The trekkers should focus on physical and mental fitness, as this trek will test their limits at every step.
The Discovery Hike Team will guide you through the entire trek and provide important information about the technical sections. The Borasu Pass Trek starts from Taluka near the Sankri Village and ends in Chitkul through the forests of Har ki Dun. The Marinda Gad rivershows you the route all the way. The trekkers who seek both adventure and peace, the Borasu Pass Trek has to be on their priority.
After reaching Dehradun, the Discovery Hike Team will take you through the hilly roads and beautiful towns like Mussoorie. The Tons River shows you the way to Sankri. On the way, there are marketplaces, restaurants, and ATM along the way. You can choose to freshen up and withdraw cash if required. We reach the Sankri Village in the evening and rest at the guest house. You can meet the locals and talk about the village and the mountains. We spent the night at the Sankri guesthouse.
After finishing our breakfast, we drive to Taluka and start our trek from there. Initially, there are coniferous forests, but you can see the Supin River moving along with the trail. You will also witness a wooden bridge, which is an amazing location for photographers because of the towering peaks in the backdrop. We can take a short break at the Osla and Seema homestays while appreciating the local wood crafting and architecture. We continue our journey for a while before reaching the Cheludgad campsite.
This is going to be an exciting day as there are many different experiences that you will come across. It is a 7 km long trek and will take us around 6 hours to reach the Seematra campsite. You will witness several streams, bridges, and waterfalls along the way. One of the popular locations is the suspension bridge, where most people capture amazing memories with their families. The trails towards Sumatra are a wonderland for flora and fauna lovers, as a wide variety of flowers, birds, animals, and insects are found here. You will also find many shepherd camps along with their herds of sheep, grazing across the grassland. We spent the night at the Seematra campsite.
The fourth day of the trek will probably be the most beautiful of the other days. It will be a 7 km trek to one of the most popular locations, the Har ki Dun Valley. People can also find many animals and trees in this region. Most people don’t want to leave the Har ki Dun Valley because of its beauty and calmness. This place is a photographer’s delight. Capture as many pictures as you can and rest well.
As we start our journey from Har Ki Dun to Ratta Tho, it will take us around 5 hours. This day will also be a scenic trek throughout the day. The Ganga River can be seen flowing rapidly down the valley. As you keep moving forward, you will notice lush green meadows ahead. There are different mountain ranges and peaks around, but the iconic Hata Peak will pull your attention.
The trail through the meadows will take you to a small alpine lake, the Malinda Tal, which is fed by the Borasu Glacier. The place looks mesmerizing as it is filled with bright yellow flowers with contrasting peaks around. After a while, we reach the Ratta Tho campsite, where you will find red stones (as the name suggests, Ratta means red and Tho means stone). We will pitch our tents and spend the night at the Ratta Tho campsite.
The journey will be difficult compared to the other days as you will be crossing the small streams melting down from the lower part of the Borasu Glacier. After you cross this section, you will get to the Saunbhera meadow. The higher sections of the mountain ranges and snow-capped peaks are visible from this point. As we continue along the trail, you will reach the boulder zone. This section can be tricky; therefore, follow the instructions of the Trek Leaders of the Discovery Hike Team. We pitch our tents at the Lamjunga campsite for the night.
The much-awaited Summit day has finally arrived. This day will be full of thrill, but will equally be challenging and exhausting. After a light breakfast, we begin the journey early in the morning. We will reach the Borasu Pass after the 1st hour, before enjoying the breathtaking panoramic views and the Himalayan ranges. After spending some time at the top, we start the descent either using a rope or a long glide down to the loose boulder section. After crossing the rocky section, you will see some streams and snow patches, which indicate the Bonga campsite. We will spend the night here.
On the final day, you will have a heavy heart while you recollect all the moments during the Borasu Pass Trek. As we keep descending, we will reach the valley zones with beautiful flowers, animals, and shepherds. We keep moving forward when the dense alpine forests welcome us. After a while, we reach the Rani Kanda. We will take a short break here while looking at the majestic Beas River at a distance. After reaching Chitkul, the Discovery Hike Team will drop you at your desired location (as per the package).
- Transportation: Transport will from Sankri to Taluka base camp
- Accommodation: Stay from Taluka Base camp is included. Accommodations include a guest house or permanent camp at Taluka and camping tents at the campsites, all on a triple-sharing basis.
- Meals: All meals from afternoon snacks at Sankri on the Arrival Day to breakfast on the Last Day are included. We provide simple, nutritious, and healthy food daily on the trek. *Note: Meal variety is subject to change, depending on the availability.
- Permit: Forest permit charges are included.
- Tent & Sleeping Bag: Quality tents, mattresses, and sleeping bags are provided in the camps, along with a liner.
- First Aid Kits: Carried by our trek leaders and guides. Emergency medical issues are addressed with utmost care.
- Adept Trek Leaders and Team Members: Our local Himalayan team includes professional trek leaders with mountaineering qualifications and familiarity with the local terrain. The team also includes well-trained guides, cooks, and helpers.
- Backpack Offloading Charges: An additional charge of Rs-500/- per bag per day for offloading, with a maximum weight limit of 10 kg per backpack.
- *Note: Suitcases/trolleys/duffel bags are not allowed. Offloading during the trek is subject to prior arrangement.
- Stay & Unplanned Transport: Accommodation in Sankri or any unplanned transportation, which is not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal Expenses: Any kind of personal expense is not included in the cost.
- Rescue Cost: Expenses for any trekker needing to be sent back or rescued.
- Others: The Borasu Pass Trek excludes transportation, personal gear, insurance, unforeseen expenses, transit meals, tips, and additional services like mules or porters.
