HIMALAYAN TREKKING

EXPEDITION 2019

SHIRGAN –TUNGU TREK

(BASE OF SHIRGAN –TUNGU)
(A GROUP OF GIGANTIC MOUNTAIN VALLEYS)
PIR-PANJAL RANGE
Manali ( H.P.)

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Kshitij Adventure as an organización strives to promote the
spirit of adventure among youth, with principle of preservation of
environment, ecology, nature and culture of the area visited.
Himalayan trekking expedition-2019 is organized by Kshitij Adventure,
Surat in association with Mountain Expedition, Manali.

Want to enjoy the pristine Himalayan wilderness and have a

memorable trekking experience, which takes you in a different tangent
altogether, Welcome to SHIRGAN–TUNGU (PRE-MONSOON) BASE
TREK (A GROUP OF GIGANTIC FOLDED MOUNTAIN VALLEYS). We
promise you the best of experience…the likes of which you will never
have encountered before.

This exotic and immensely rewarding trek encompasses the mountainous

vistas of the divinely beautiful Kullu & Manali valley and beyond Pirpanjal
valleys and traverses the high altitude passes of ‘Chhoye Pande’ means
at the top solid heap of rocks of lateral moraine. Couple of Saur (Lake)
and over (4450 m) passes to Malana Village accompanies this
mountaineering base of Shirgan-Tungu.

The crowning glory of this particular trek is that it proceeds through

totally un-spoilt regions of the Himalayas where you can see some of the
last remaining bastions of great abode of snows. Here you can trek for
weeks without coming across any human habitation, these regions
(thankfully) still belong to the elusive Himalayan brown bear. The region
is rich in flora and fauna which is a delight for a naturalist also provides
unparalleled opportunities for photographers.

TREK:

BASE OF SHIRGAN –TUNGU CIRCUIT TREK (3800m) Pre-Monsoon

Trekkers Base (A GROUP OF GIGANTIC FOLDED MOUNTAIN VALLEYS)
is one of the few unexplored, less known & most spectacular and
impressive treks of the Kullu valley. This is a very challenging &
scenic, summer high-altitude trek. Starting from the Prini village the
trek winds through the Pirpanjal range of mountaineering peak ‘Deo
–Tibba’ area and further beyond Shirgan-Tungu to Malana valley
through lush green valleys, high-altitude meadows and dazzling
landscapes. To keep you company, are the peaks of the Pir- Panjal
range in the far Beas Kund region – viz., Hanuman Tibba, Shikar-bay
and Makar-bay, Ladakhi, Friendship, Gepan, Rohtang Pass & Chhota
Bangal massifs can also be seen at a distance. Trek leaves Manali
valley, proceeds further through evergreen cool forests of cedar,
Silver fir, walnut, oak, Silver birch and the occasional alder.

TREK FEATURES:

REGION COVERED : : Manali –Pirpanjal range, Haripur and .

Shirgan-Tungu area.

DATES : : 11TH MAY 2019 TO 22nd MAY 2019

: 15th MAY 2019 To 26th MAY 2019

MAX. ALTITUDE : : Pre-Monsoon Trekkers Base (3800m.)

- Shirgan -Tungu

NO.OF DAYS : 11 night 12 days (Surat to Surat) Manali

08 days. (trekking period - 07 days.)

TRIP TYPE : Trekking and Camping.

LOCATION : Manali - Base camp at Shuru

REPORTING PLACE : At Base Camp at Shuru(2050m.).

AGE GROUP : Above 12 years.Below 12 years with

parents/guardian.

BATCH SIZE : 35 – 45

TRANSPORT : Train & Bus (A.C.)

GRADING : Easy to moderate. A reasonable degree of physical fitness
is needed for this trek.

SPECIAL INTEREST: Offers excellent scope for photographers, an ideal

place for nature lovers and an amazing route for adventure enthusiasts.

MANALI:

The name Manali is derived from the word ‘Manualaya’ meaning ‘Home of
Manu’ (The power giver), the saint who gave the world. Manali is located
in the upper Kullu valley, at an altitude of 6000ft. (2050m), and is one of
the most popular tourist resorts in Himachal Pradesh. The place is a
famous center for adventure sports like Skiing, Heli-Skiing, Para-gliding,
and River-rafting, Trekking and Mountaineering. Manali is also a
launching pad for treks and expeditions in the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal
ranges, as well as the Lahaul, Zanskar and Ladakh regions.

ITINERARY:

Day 01 : The group will start from Surat by train for Delhi/Chandigarh.

Day 02 : Reach Delhi/Chandigarh and shift to bus to reach Manali.

Day 03: The participants arrive at our Base Camp at Shuru, Manali
road head. In the evening, the students will go throughabriefing

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Day 04: Acclimatization Day 4-5 hours.
Acclimatization walks up to Arjun Gufa, Sharvani Devi Temple, Either
Bhanara Hills or Thorku Dugh and back camp site at Shuru.

Bhanara has an old temple dedicated to the local God, Thakshak Nag.
Today’s trek is very relaxing just to check up ones physical conditions and
also better to acclimatization. The path is full of greenery and also have
abundant nature beauties enrooted as one required on the mountains.
Stay overnight at Shuru Base campsite.

‘GO HIGHER SLEEP LOWER’ in the mountaineering terms best way of

acclimatization……..!!!

Day 05: Shuru – Negi Dugh (2350m) 4hrs.

Trek starts from the campsite i.e. Shuru, down to Jagatsukh village to
Dhuhagan Bridge, and over the Dhuhagan River to the other side of the
valley.
.

The trek gradient increases gently and at some portions one has to climb
in a zigzag way. The Negi Dugh is located high at a vantage point and is
surrounded by Cedar trees. The trek from Riyan to the Negi Dugh is
leading through a dense forest of Cedar trees beauties. The campsite is
very scenic and one could enjoy the real Himalayan vistas. In the evening
explore camp and move to evening activities. Stay overnight at the Negi
Dugh.

Day 06: Negi Dugh– Kurrdi (3030m) 4 hrs.

Today’s trek is very tiresome up to the confluence ridge of Kurrdi and

Jammu Dugh. The trail proceeds in a zigzag way through dense forest of
pines and Silver fir. Once the zigzag trail ends, it is a steep ascent amidst
silver fir trees. Some portions of the climb are to be tackled in a
horizontal way till the steep ridge of Kurrdi.

The tough climb starts again along the steep ridge for an hour after which
it is a moderate walk along the slanted slope right up to the campsite
Kurrdi. Kurrdi is a luminous point and one can have a vast view of Kullu,
Chanderkhani Pass and Manali valley. In the evening explore camp and
move to evening activities. Stay overnight at Kurrdi.

Day 07: Kurradi – Dharanoo Dugh (3420m.) 4hrs.

The trek starts with a steep section at the start, through forest of silver fir,
Bhujpattar, oak and chestnut.
Dharanoo Dugh is located in a grassy meadow on the knoll of the
Shirgan –Tungu on one side of the Pirpanjal range. From the camp, there
is an enchanting view of the Dhauladhar range, Chhota Bhangal, kaliheyni
Pass and its lofty mountain peaks. At campsite you can also have a full
view of Manali valley, and the distant snowcapped mountains of Beas
Kund, Rohtang Pass massif and Khanaul & Chhika.
Dharanoo Dugh is very popular for the local Gaddi shepherds. In the
evening indulge in some fun adventure activities and stay overnight at
Dharanoo Dugh.

Day 08: Dharanu Dugh – Base of Shirgan -Tungu (3750m) and back
to Banaad/ Jammu Dugh Campsite (2500m) 6 hrs

The trail proceeds on the long snowy slanted ridge and slowly begins to
ascend towards Shirgan-Tungu Base (3750M). As you trek along the
ridge, one can have a close view of gigantic Shirgan –Tungu peak and
mountain massif distant view of Rohtang Pass Mountains and an
enchanting mountain peak of the Beas Kund massif. Dhalau Paudhar is
the right place to have close view of Shirgan -Tungu
The way back to Dharanoo Dugh is made more enjoyable by glissading
at all places on the way. Today’s mountaineering is tiresome, though
challenging all the way to the top and back. The landscape is full of fauna
& flora The trekkers will be returned back to Dharanu Dugh before lunch.

Banaad/ Jammu Dugh (2500m)- Trail descends same way down in a

zigzag way through Moar Thach (3235m), to Kurrdi and at little down
Kurrdi is a diversion to Jammu Dugh and Banad.
In the evening move to adventure activities if time permits and stay
overnight at Jammu Dugh.
Day 09: Banaad/ Jammu Dugh - Base Camp Shuru via Sajla village
4hrs.
.

The trek encompasses a 1hour steep descent initially and then in a zigzag
way till the river basin through dense forest of blue pine, Cedar, oak,
silver fir. From the river the trek descends gently on a slanted traverse
slope to a river bed. Rest for a while, and then walk on man made path to
Khakhnal village. The Khakhnal village is having a vast meadow at the
forefront of Kartik Swami Narayan temple. Visit the Kartik Swami
Narayan Temple and look around.

Day 10: Half day free and in the evening, departure by bus to
Chandigarh/Delhi. After having breakfast participants are free to visit
the Manali bazaar and report back at Base Camp in the afternoon.

Day 11 : Reach Chandigarh early in the morning and depart at 11.30 a.m.
for Surat by train.
Day 12 : (25th May Sunday) : Reach Surat at 11.00a.m.

NOTE: (a) Itinerary is subject to change due to enough

accumulation/ volume of snow on the trek at higher camps and
other natural calamities & circumstances. In this condition optional
routes itinerary will be given/followed at the happening point.

In case of changes in routes and properties, Kshitij Adventure/

Mountain Expeditions will accept no liability but make
arrangements for substitution of equal measure.

In case of accident, illness, injury or mishappening, Kshitij

Adventure nor its staff will be held responsible wholly or partially
for the same. Above itineary to reach base camp Pirni Manali is
suggested transport,participant wiil have to reach base camp at
his own,Kshitij Adventure will guide,help and co-ordinate in this
matter.

Trekking Program: Itinerary of ‘Shirgan – Tungu Base (3800m.)

D-1
Forenoon Afternoon

Arrival at our selected Base Camp Rest

at Shuru (6000 Feet). Familiarization with the campus
Welcome tea with snacks Issue of equipment.
Allotment of tents Tea with snacks
Registration Medic for check up if / First Aid
Wash & change Group discussion – Course Objectives
Lunch. and LNT (Leave No Traces)
Dinner
Lights out

D-2 Morning Bell Rest

Tea. Adventure Activities and Muscularity exercises
Breakfast. at Thorku Dugh and Bhanara Hills.
Today’s acclimatization walks up Tent pitching Lecture & practice
 to the said height and back to Base Tea with snacks
Camp. Dinner
Hot Lunch. Campfire Debriefing of the day &
Programme for the next day.
Lights out

D-3 Morning Bell Rest

Tea. Bush Craft and Commando Net climbing.
Breakfast Introductions on rock climbing.
Check out and leave Base Camp Tea with snacks
early in the morning and trek up to Games
the next Negi Dugh – 1st campsite. Dinner
Introduction with the camp site Camp fire
Hot Lunch. Programme for next day
Lights out

D-4 Morning Bell Rest

Tea Tea
Breakfast Rappelling.
Trek to Kurrdi Camp no. 2 Classical Rock Climbing.
Tea/Juice Dinner
Hot Lunch Camp fire
Programme for next day
Lights out

D-5 Morning Bell Rest

Tea Tea
Breakfast Snow Rafting and photography.
Trek to Dharanoo Dugh Camp -3. Dinner
Tea/Juice Campfire
Settling In tents Program for next day.
Lunch Lights out
D-6 Morning Bell Rest
Tea Tea
Very an early morning Breakfast Fly fox and left group activities.
‘Summit Day’ & Snow trek to Chill out time
‘Shirgan –Tungu Base’ & back to Dinner
Dharanoo Dugh and while Campfire
descending enjoy glissading on Briefing of the program for the
snow. Have lunch and quickly next day
 descend down via Moar Thach, Lights out
Kurrdi to stay overnight at camp
Jammu Dugh/ Banaad - 4
Tea/Juice
Lunch

D-7 Morning Bell Rest

Tea Tea
Break fast Return of Issued equipment.
Return Trek down to Sajla Village Wash & Change.
via Vishnu Temple, road head and Visit to Local Market
catch a local bus to Shuru Base Every day at Base Camp, Non-veg. and vegetarian
Camp. food will be served to be considered as Bara-Khana.
Tea/ Juice. Lights off
Lunch.
D-8 Morning Bell After 10 o’clock proceed for roam
Tea Around the market.
Break fast
Evaluation Either have lunch in the market and walk down
Farewell Ceremony to Volvo stand to catch a bus- Delhi

Or return back to Base Camp at 1 o’clock for

Lunch. Leave camp 3.30 pm to Volvo stand
Manali. Departure at 4.30 P.M. to Delhi.

Menu
Day Morning Breakfast Tea/Snacks Lunch Evening Dinner Night

Mon Tea Bread, Butter, Fruity, Dal, Subzi, Tea & Peas Paneer, Hot
Jam, Porridge, Chocolate Rice, Chapathi, Biscuit Dal, Rice, Cocoa
1- Boiled Eggs and sweet Salad, Curds Chapathi,
and Tea and sour Kheer
toffees
Tue Tea Puri Channa, Energy pack Dal, Subzi, Tea and Peas, Dal, Rice, Hot
Curds & Rice, Chapathi, Bread Chapathi, Cocoa
Pickle Salad, Curds & Pakoda Custard
Fruits
Wed Tea Bread, Butter, Energy pack Dal, Subzi, Tea & Peas, Dal, Rice, Hot
Jam, Porridge, Rice, Chapathi, Halwa Chapathi, Cocoa
Scrambled Salad, Curds Gulabjamun
eggs & Coffee
Thur Tea Paratha, Energy pack Dal, Subzi, Tea & Peas, Dal, Rice, Hot
Pickle, Curds, Rice, Chapathi, popcorn Chapathi, Jelly. Cocoa
Butter & Tea Salad, Curds
Fri Tea Bread, Butter, Energy pack Dal, Subzi, Tea & Peas, Dal, Rice, Hot
 Jam, Porridge, Rice, Chapathi, Sandwich Chapathi, Cocoa
1- Eggs Salad, Curds Aamras
Omelet and
Tea
Sat Tea Puri Chana, Energy pack Dal, Subzi, Tea& Peas, Dal, Rice, Hot
Curds & Rice, Chapathi, Bread Chapathi, Cocoa
Coffee Salad, Curds Gulabjamun
Sun Tea Bread, Butter, Energy pack Dal, Subzi, Tea & Peas Paneer, Hot
Jam, Porridge, Rice, Chapathi, Biscuits Dal, Rice, Cocoa
1- Eggs Salad, Curds Chapathi,
Omelet and Jhulabi
Tea

Every day at Base Camp, Non-veg. and vegetarian food will be served to be considered
as Bara-Khana.