If you’re looking for a high-altitude trip in the summer, the Rupin Pass trek is a must-do. The Baspa valley in Kinnaur is connected to the Garhwal in the south by multiple passes. Shepherds and traders used to use these passes instead of the convoluted Hindustan-Tibet road that exists now.
The route features a diverse range of scenery, height, and gradient. At lower elevations, the trail passes through Oak and Fir forests, interior villages in river valleys, beautiful meadows (referred to as Thach in the local language), alpine wildflowers, waterfalls, and steep ice fields, while at higher elevations, the trail passes through beautiful meadows (referred to as Thach in local language), alpine wildflowers, waterfalls, and steep ice fields.
The road is known for its abundance of wildflowers, especially during the monsoon season. In the surrounding parts of the pass, the well-known Brahma Kamal flourishes in abundance. The trail above the meadows is covered in heavy snow during the summer.
Snow melts during the monsoon, and herders cross for grazing options. The pass offers breathtaking views of the Kinnaur Kailash range and the Charang Ghati ridge’s other summits. Here are some points about Rupin Pass Trek:
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If you’re looking for a trek that will take you on an adventure, this is the path for you. The adventure you will encounter here will be unlike any you have read about from hikers. Nature Goddess is dressed like a Hollywood actress here, changing her outfits at every step.
You’ll find twelve such turns, and each time you’ll be perplexed, unsure whether you’re seeing things or dreaming. The transformations in the scene are so quick and astounding that they defy the best artist’s conception. This is a high-altitude pass with a lot of excitement.
Nature will appear to be playing hide-and-seek here. You’ll see her in such a dress at the turns that you’ll wonder if she’s of the same nature or not. Mountain summits kissed by snow, huge rivers with great stream force, and cascading meadows will fill every nook of your heart with diverse still and moving images, which you can view once you return from the hills.
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There are a total of twelve stunts available to you. It’s not a stunt you see very often from bikers. When Mother Nature displays her beauty, all of the universe’s greatest beauties simply stare at her, wordless and at peace. The first person to receive a gaze will be Rupin.
The white bed will be surrounded by beauty when it falls beside you. The panoramic beauty of the dancers of heaven will be evoked by these amazing sights. Make your way to Sewa’s temple.
It’s time for the second surprise for you. The Kinnaur temple, which resembles a watchtower, may be found here. For the third time, Menders on the River Rupin’s bed will astonish you. It is the Himachal Pradesh-Uttarakhand border.
A man-made surprise awaits you in the next turn. From the peak, you can see Dhaka, a hanging settlement. The Rupin waterfall, which drops directly from the skies, is a nice surprise at the next turn. Then it’s time to witness some snow sculptures.
The snow bridges that span the ridges will catch your eye now and again. The following image shows a net, a network of hundreds of rivers rushing to fill Rupin with water. The Kinner Kailash is the ultimate vista. It’s a truly remarkable one. After that, make your way to the woods.
You will gradually ascend, and the meadows will present you with their art museum. After a period of time, you will feel as if you have known them for a long time. That’s why they’re putting their trust in you to share their family albums.
The alley region will not be the end of the local stories. Here you’ll find a plethora of mythological scripts, some of which are epic in nature. On the lovely trip, you will simply enjoy their words.
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The journey begins in Himachal Pradesh’s beautiful Sangla Valley and continues into Uttarakhand through Rupin Pass. It has a diverse spectrum of landscapes, gradients, and altitudes.
Although it is not a well-known trip, it is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent, with streams, waterfalls, rivers, mountain views, snow, and beautiful meadows.
Best time/Seasons for Rupin Pass Trek :
Rupin Pass journey, like many high altitude treks in the Himalayas (with the exception of a few trans-Himalayan climbs), is best done in two seasons. The first is in the summer before the monsoon, and the second is in the fall after the monsoon.
Summer (May/June): From the beginning of May to the end of June. Expect moderate to heavy snow during this period due to the winter’s leftover snow. Snow will fall in spots and over the lower waterfall camp.
Because of the significant snowfall this season, the Rati Pheri camp will be closed, however, the higher waterfall will be the highest camp before Rupin pass. As the snow melts throughout the day and refreezes at night, it will have an icy/slushy texture.
Microspikes/anti-slip grips (not to be confused with mountaineering crampons) come in handy. In the summer, you will also fall in love with Rhododendrons. Around Buras Kandi, these blossoms abound (Buras means Rhododendron in the local language). So, if snow is your first priority, this is the season for you. It’s not unusual to get a few showers in the afternoon.
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Post-monsoon (September/October):
This is traditionally the finest time to visit any high-altitude pass in the Himalayas. After the monsoon, the weather clears up and the haze dissipates.
September is normally greener, and the meadows (known locally as Thatch) are at their best. During the monsoon, a wide range of flowers bloom and last until late September. On the upper rocky hills, the famed Brahma Kamal blooms. The grass will turn golden in October, and the temperature will drop.
There is also a probability of new snowfall at high elevations above 14000 feet. This season is usually preferred by experienced hikers who have already been on snow excursions and do not have a particular fondness for snow.
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Rupin valley, its people and culture:
The Rupin pass trail follows the Rupin river from Dhaula to its source (where Supin and Rupin join to form the Tons river, a major tributary of the Yamuna).
Following the river upstream will take you not only through its twists and turns but also through very remote Uttarakhand villages (up to Sewa village) and Himachal Pradesh villages (Jiskun and Jaka). Their buildings and clothing share parallels with the Kinnaur region in terms of architecture. The majority of people in Jiskun and Jakha belong to the Satsangi religious group and are strictly vegetarian.
Access to Rupin pass trek base (Dhaula):
You pay directly to the driver/transporter. This can accommodate 6 to 8 people.
We will arrange a pick-up and drop-off from Dehradun to Dhaula based on your requirement. On a daily basis, the team members will divide this evenly. You pay the driver/transporter directly.
On the way back from Sangla, one can either take the overnight bus to Shimla at 5 p.m. or the bus the next morning at 8 a.m. It will take 10 to 12 hours to travel the 235 kilometers. Buses run frequently between Shimla and Chandigarh and Delhi.
