Buran Ghati Trek
A hidden pass with a rope descent. The most dramatic exit from any Himachal trek.
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh · 7 days · Groups of 6–12
Highlights
- →Rope descent on the other side of Buran Ghati — rappelling on snow
- →Litham meadow — vast, high-altitude grassland with no crowd
- →Kharapathar village — apple orchards and Himalayan lifestyle
- →Ruinsara Tal on approach — one of Shimla district's finest lakes
- →Genuinely unknown to mainstream trekkers
Day-by-day Itinerary
Drive: Shimla → Janglik
7 hr drive to Janglik trailhead. Rest.
Janglik → Dayara
Through oak forest, Dayara village homestay.
Dayara → Litham
Enter the vast Litham meadow — stunning isolation.
Litham → Buran Ghati Base
Approach the pass. High camp at 4,400m.
Pass Crossing + Rope Descent
Cross Buran Ghati. Snow rappel on far side. Camp in Sangla Valley.
Descent to Kharapathar
Reach civilization. Apple orchards, local food.
Drive: Kharapathar → Shimla
Exit drive. Trek ends.
What's included
- ✓All meals Day 1 dinner to Day 7 breakfast
- ✓Camping gear + rappelling equipment
- ✓Experienced guide with rappelling certification
- ✓Permits
- ✓Transport: Shimla to Shimla
Not included
- ✗Personal travel to/from Shimla
- ✗Personal gear
- ✗Travel insurance
FAQs
Is the rope descent safe?
Yes — our guides are trained in snow rappelling and carry all required gear. It's a short descent of about 30–40 metres, more thrilling than dangerous.
Logistics
Meeting point
Shimla ISBT Bus Stand, Himachal Pradesh
Trip ends
Shimla ISBT Bus Stand, Himachal Pradesh
Minimum age
18 years
Fitness required
High — prior trekking experience and comfort with exposure required
Starting from
₹19,000
per person, all inclusive
Next batch: June 2026
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