The Dhauladhar range is a high mountain chain dividing the Chamba from the Kangra valleys. Rising steeply from the valley floor to heights well above 4000 meters, the mountains wall offers little access to cross over. At 3450 meters, the Jalsu pass is the lowest of these passes. In June 2022 we visited this pass and were very impressed by the lovely dense forests on either side. The views from the pass towards Chamba are stunning and the relatively relaxed topography affords the space for large and expansive meadows. The pass is also used by shepherds and pilgrims heading towards Manimahesh Kailash, during the monsoon months.
QUICK ITINERARY
Day 1: Drive to your hotel in Bir Billing (2 hours).
Day 2: Drive to trailhead (1 hour) and trek to Prei
Day 3: Trek to Jalsu Pass
Day 4: Trek to Bakluddu and drive to Bir
Day 5: Morning Drive to Dharamshala airport and fly to Delhi.
Day 1: Drive to your hotel in Bir Billing (2 hours).
Bir Billing stands out as one of the foremost adventure destinations in the Indian himalayas. Start early and arrive at your destination by early evening. Overnight in a hotel/ resort.
Day 2: Drive to trailhead (1 hour) and trek to Prei
Distance: 11 km Total Ascent & Descent: 987m and 296m
The trail climbs steeply to begin and enters a dense forest. Enroute you cross stone huts of Bakluddu which also serve as rest stops for the trekkers and pilgrims heading to Manimahesh Kailash. You come across summer settlements and occasional herds of goat and sheep. Prei is a small camping ground located next to a stream. Overnight in tents.
Day 3: Trek to Jalsu Pass
Distance: 15 km (both ways) Total Ascent & Descent: 1144m and 91m (one way stats)
We begin the day quite early (6:30am) to make sure we cross the pass as early as possible and avoid inclement weather. We cross Kharli, a meadow from where the climb to Jalsu pass begins. The climb is not too steep and takes around 3-4 hours to negotiate. The pass itself is located above the tree-line with large meadows in all directions and lovely views of the Manimahesh range. After spending some time here return to Prei.
Day 4: Trek to Bakluddu and drive to Bir.
Distance: 11 km Total Ascent & Descent: 296m and 987m
We retrace our steps to Bakluddu and drive to Bir. Overnight in a hotel.
Day 5: Morning Drive to Dharamshala airport and fly to Delhi.
Cost Details
₹27,000 per person
Booking Cost: ₹10,000 per person
Inclusions
- Guide, kitchen team and muleteers.
- All meals and snacks on the trek
- All trekking arrangements
- Personal porterage on the trek upto 12kgs per person
- All forest and wildlife permits and camping charges
- Transportation from Bir to trailhead and return
- Taxes
Exclusions
- Airfare and airport transfers
- Stay in Bir Billing
- Insurance (Medical, Personal and Evacuation)
- Tips
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond our control
Scheduled Departures 2025
April 10 – 19
Oct 15 – 25