Pin Baba Pass

The Pin Bhaba Pass Trek is your passage between two distinct worlds - that from the abundant and alive Bhaba valley in Kinnaur to the dry, resilient and almost galactic Pin Valley in Spiti (the cold desert). And the reward for getting to the highest point of the trek – the Pass (4,915 M) - is that you get a look into both the worlds at the same time. The prayer flags, the panoramic view with the assault of greens on the one side and browns on the other, while you find yourself in knee deep white snow, are an experience like no other. This is the reason why Pin Bhaba Pass continues to remain our most favorite cross-over trek in the country!

The trail of Pin Bhaba starts at the charming little Himalayan hamlet of Kafnu (2,400 M) in Kinnaur Valley, climbs up to 4,915 M and descends down the other side to a small village in Spiti - Mudh (3,810 M). The experience is no less than witnessing a multitude of dimensions in a span of 8 days.This trail that takes you through dense forests and shepherd’s trails on the Kinnaur side into the vast, arid lands of Spiti is a visual lesson in the coexistence of extremes. Be prepared for an overstimulation of all your senses on this trek!

But this trek is not just about the stunning differences in landscape. It also introduces you to two distinct Himalayan cultures - the livelihoods, structure of houses, lifestyles – as you traverse from one side of the mountain to the other. The realisation that communities and cultures are a product of their environment is a sheer revelation you will witness on this trek.

Rife with poetry and drama, this trek falls more towards the difficult end of moderate. The length and certain parts of the terrain make this a tough undertaking for first timers. We would recommend this trek for trekkers who have some experience in the Himalayas and have previously attempted a few treks.

The best time to do Bhaba pass trek is from july to August end. This is what makes the trek even more special. It is one of the few Himalayan treks which can be done in monsoons and hence allows you a window into the rich, monsoon landscape of the region. Stay on this page for more details on the Pin Bhaba trek route map, itinerary, temperature chart, photos, and videos. Scroll to the end to read Pin Bhaba Pass trek blogs.

Trek Name: Pin Bhaba Pass Trek

Days: 8

Adventure Type: Trekking

Base Camp: Kafnu

Season:Monsoon |

Month:July | August |

Country: India

Altitude: 16100 Ft.

Grade: Moderate to Difficult

Rail Head: Kalka

Stay: Camping & homestay 

Food: Meals while on trek & at Kafnu  basecamp

Location: Himachal Pradesh

Distance: 51 Km.

Trail Type: Cross over trail | Start in one valley, traverse the pass, and ends in another valley.

Itinerary 

Day 1 Make your way to Kafnu

Day 2 Kafnu (2,350 M) to Mulling (3,250 M)

Day 3 Mulling (3,250 M) to Kara (3,700 M)

Day 4 Kara (3,700 M) to Pushtirang (4,100 M)

Day 5 Pushtirang (4,100 M) to Baldar (3,900 M) via Bhaba Pass (4,915 M)

Day 6 Buffer Day

Day 7 Baldar (3,900 M) to Mudh (3,810 M) to Kaza (3, 650 M

Why is Pin Bhaba a Must-Do Trek ?

• Experience the stunning contrast of landscapes, from the lush green Bhaba Valley to the cold desert beauty of Pin Valley. It feels like stepping into two completely different worlds within a single trek.

• Being over 16,000 feet, crossing the Pin Bhaba Pass is both a physical challenge and a visual reward. The panoramic view from the top is something you’ll always remember.

• Every campsite is amid the most beautiful frames of Himachal, nestled by rivers and surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, with vast green fields around.

• From the apple-laden village of Kafnu to the charming Mudh village in Spiti, the trek lets you witness Himachali village life up close.

• For the initial days you trek through forests and meadows, dotted with beautiful wildflowers, that feels no less than a floral paradise.

• As you enter Pin Valley, the mountains take on soft shades of pink, purple, and brown, a surreal, painted landscape.

• Every hour brings a completely new visual story, perfect for photographers who want variety- rivers, valleys, deserts, and unique light patterns due to changing weather.

• The trek remains less crowded, and lets you witness the exquisite monsoon beauty of the Himalayas.

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