Located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, the Great Himalayan National Park is a pristine stretch of Himalayan wilderness with exceptional biological diversity. The area was declared as a National Park in 1999 and in June 2014 was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The park is home to several species on the endangered list and provides a haven for them. Some of these include the Himalayan Brown Bear, Snow Leopard and the Western Tragopan. Besides these, the park abounds with bird life and is a dream spot for birding groups.
To promote tourism in the area, authorities have marked out a few trails inside the National Park. We are honoured to be able to take you on one such trek. The trek is unique, especially because you get the feeling you are far from any habitation. It is a truly wild experience!
GHNP Area Map
Quick Itinerary
Day 1: Reach Gushaini and start the trek to Rolla (2100 meters)
Day 2: Trek to Shilt (3100 meters)
Day 3: Day hike to Rakhundi Top. Return to Shilt. (3600 meters)
Day 4: Trek to Gushaini
Scheduled Departures 2023
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(From 20 March to end of June and 20 September to 10th November)
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Cost Details
Cost on Request
INCLUSIONS:
- Camping gear
- All meals during the trek
- Sanctuary fee / royalty / permits
- All trekking arrangements – experienced guiding team, camp staff, cook, dining tent and basic camping furniture etc
EXCLUSIONS:
- GST (Taxes)
- Personal porterage (Optional, Rs 4000 per person)
- Tips for guides, cooks, drivers and porters
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond our control
- Insurance (Medical, Personal, Evacuation)
We are happy to offer a 50 percent discount to all children aged between 7 -15 years that are accompanied by atleast one parent. This is subject to a maximum of 2 children per trip on first-come-first-served basis.
DAY 01: GUSHAINI – ROLLA
The trek starts along the river, passing the small hamlet of Ropa. At times the trail takes you higher up from the river through beautiful wild groves of walnut trees and then brings you back down to it. Beautiful clear pools of snow melt can be seen through the walk. The forest then starts to thicken up and you get the feeling you are entering a people-free zone – We enter the National Park gate. Continue walking along the river. The trail is pretty much flat all the way to our first camp site at Rolla. The campsite is just beside the river.
Day 02: ROLLA – SHILT
Unlike yesterday the trail today is steep though not long. We start the climb through a stretch of pristine Deodar forest. In parts it is interspersed with mixed foliage making it a perfect habitat for Bharal (Himalayan wild goat) and Monal. Keep a look out for them, you may get lucky!
On arrival at Shilt campsite, which is a clearing in the forest, you have time to just stare and take in the beautiful view which opens up in front of you.
Day 03: SHILT – RAKHUNDI TOP
We have set aside today for a day hike to Rakhundi top, the highest point of the trek. The climb is steep but rewarding. Once at top you can see a 36o degree view of the surrounding National Park area, which includes the Tirthan wildlife area, parts of the Sainj Sanctuary and not to forget the greater Himalayan peaks opening out in front of you. Return to shilt where we camp for another night.
Day 04: SHILT – GUSHAINI
Start the descent downhill retracing your steps all the way down to Gushaini. En-route stop for a lunch break and take in the beauty of the wilderness before exiting the gate and reaching Gushaini. From here we drive back to the hotel to freshen up before the onward journey back home.