An easy trek for your first adventure!

The trek to Baleni Pass is one of most beautiful yet unexplored trekking destinations in Himachal.  A captivating journey filled with the lush green fauna of the region, perennial flowers, deep gorges and ravines along-with with stunning landscapes, flowing streams, glacial lakes and more.

Mesmerizing views of the Chamba pass and the Pir Panjal range are a treat to witness from the top of the Baleni pass. The Kareri lake is located in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, which is a freshwater lake situated in the majestic Dhauladhar range. The landscape is home to dense conifer forests, beautiful grasslands and stunning views of sunrise over the mountains. The Baleni pass is situated at an altitude of 3700 meters that roughly translates to 12,139 feet.

It is an easy trek that is perfect for beginners and amateur trekkers and also one of the best options to introduce oneself to high altitude trekking. This trek can also be taken up by family groups and does not have age restrictions.

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Brief Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival at Dharamshala.
  • Day 2 - Pick up from Hotel in Dharamshala and trek to Chandrella Dhar. (Drive for 2 hours, Trek 4-5 hours, 8km).
  • Day 3 - Trek from Chandrella Dhar to Dhaled camp. (4-5 hours, 5-6km)
  • Day 4 - Day Trip to Kareri Lake
  • Day 5 - Trek from Dhaled to the road head at the village & drive back to the Hotel.
  • Day 6 - Drive to the Dharamsala airport/bus stand in respective groups.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Trip Cost Includes:

  • Accommodation: 2 nights stay in a Guest House at Dharamshala with breakfast and dinner + 3 nights in Camping on twin sharing basis with all meals.
  • Food: Dinner and Breakfast in Dharamshala as well as all meals during the trek.

  • Transportation: Group Airport pickup and drop

  • Trekking permits and forest camping charges.

  • Trekking Gears: Tents, Sleeping bags, Mattress etc.

  • Services of an expert Adventure-Pulse trek leader. (*For a group of 8 and above)

  • Services of an expert trek team (guides, cooks, helpers).

  • Basic first aid kit and medical assistance.

Trip Cost DOES NOT Include:

  • Flights .

  • Tips to staff.

  • Tent on Single supplement.

  • Bottled water or beverages.

  • Personal Insurance.

  • Any extra cost incurred in case someone is not able to finish the trek & wants to come back Mid ways.

  • Costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond our control.

  • Any medical costs incurred by you, or costs associated with a medical incident, evacuation charges and damage of any nature.

  • Optional/ personal expenses. 

  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Things to carry

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Temperature variations, high altitude, snow glare & proximity to sun are certain factors which necessitate the need to for proper mountaineering equipment. In order to enjoy your experience in the mountains, we have recommended that you carry the following with you.

Apparel

  • Thermal Inners - At least 1 pair of Top and Leggings
  • 6-8 t-shirts or long-sleeve shirt (cotton / dryfit)
  • 2-3 pairs of trekking pants (no denim!)
  • 1 Sweater/Sweatshirt
  • 1 Fleece Jacket
  • 1 Down Jacket
  • 1 Waterproof Layer like raincoat or wind-cheater
  • 1 pair of hiking boots
  • 1 pair of comfortable sandals/floaters/sneakers
  • 6-8 pairs of cotton socks (for day)
  • 2 pairs of thick/woollen socks (for night)
  • Gloves - liner and outer
  • Sun hat
  • Woollen cap
  • Buff

 

Accessories

  • Duffel bag / Rucksack (60L+)
  • Daypack / Backpack (20-30L capacity)
  • Sleeping bag (can be bought or rented in Kathmandu)
  • 2x 1L Bottles (to carry drinking water)
  • Lunchbox
  • Torch + Batteries / Headlamp
  • Knee/Ankle/Wrist Guards
  • Trekking Poles
  • Sunblock
  • Sunglasses
  • Moisturiser
  • Hand Sanitiser
  • Personal Medical Kit
  • Personal Toiletries Kit
  • Snacks!

Fitness

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  • There are three main aspects of training to focus on – strength training, cardiovascular training, and trekking + trekking alternatives.
     
  • Strength training involves training different muscle groups, so that they can become stronger. There are different exercises for each muscle group, and working them all out 2x-3x a week should be enough to help you get comfortable trekking.
     
  • Legs / lower body - exercises like squats, glute bridges, step ups and leg presses with help you develop stronger muscles in the lower body. 

    Core - Exercises like planks, bicycle crunches and leg raises can help with core stability; Pilates is also a core-intensive type of workout that will help.

    Upper body - Bodyweight exercises like push-ups, pull-ups and dips will help develop these muscles. You can also use resistance bands or light weights to develop them further.
     
  • It’s vital to do plenty of cardio training before your trek, so that you can get the most out of your experience
     
  • Running - This is the most recommended form of cardio activity, as it activates a lot of the same muscles as trekking. Being able to run 10km in 60 minutes will allow you to get the most out of your trek.

    Cycling / Swimming - If you have knee issues, or don’t enjoy running, you can also opt for cycling and swimming. Being able to cycling 30-50km or swim for 30-40 minutes, thrice a week, should be good to help you with treks like EBC.

    HIIT training / Crossfit - Another option to level up your cardio training is to opt for high intensity aerobic exercises like HIIT or Crossfit, 2-3 times a week
    The aim is to get your heart rate up, so you do not get winded on long days of trekking
     
  • Hiking
    Try to get outdoors and go for a hike on the weekends! Uphill trails of 4-8 kilometres are will help you get used to trekking. Make it a point to carry a loaded backpack, and walk in your trekking shoes.
     
  • Hiking Alternatives
    Climbing stairs, and using the treadmill or stairmaster on an incline, will help prepare you for treks. Make it a point to carry a loaded backpack so that you can get used to the extra weight; and use your trekking boots, so that you can break them in and walk comfortably.
     
  • If you’re confused with all this information, no need to worry! The most important thing with training is consistency, and staying injury-free. Your training week should ideally have
    Strength training - 3 sessions
    Cardio training - 3 sessions
    Hiking - 1 long session, best on the weekends
    Rest and stretching - at least 1 da

FAQs

Baleni Pass and Kareri Lake FAQs

Is this a good trek for children?

Trek to Baleni pass and Kareri lake is a beginner friendly trek that is apt for children of 7 years of age and above. This trek is can be done by anyone with no prior experience of trekking or camping. It is one of best options to expose children to the wilderness and introduce them to the Himalayas and high altitude trekking.

Can I accompany my child on this trek?

The Baleni pass trek is a parent – child trek. We recommend that at least one parent / guardian accompanies the child on this journey. Since this trek is beginner friendly and does not require any prior trekking or camping experience, it is absolutely perfect for parents to accompany their child. The upper age limit for the trek is between the bracket of 58 – 65 years.

How do I reach Dharamshala?

There are three ways to reach Dharamshala which are the following: (1) Fly from your hometown to Delhi and another flight from Delhi to Dharamshala (2) Fly from your hometown to Chandigarh and drive for 6.5 Hrs to Dharamshala. (3) Fly from your hometown to Amritsar and drive for 5 Hrs to Dharamshala
Note : Cab transport can be arranged on actuals.

What is the start point of this trek?

The Baleni pass & Kareri Lake starts from and ends at Salli, a small village in Himachal. Salli is approximately at a distance of 45 kms from the hotel in Dharamshala where you will be staying. From your hotel to Dharamshala, our team will arrange for your travel to the start of this trek point, which will be a 1 hour 25 minutes drive.

What will the temperature be like?

The Baleni pass & Kareri Lake Trek is an easy trek with pleasant temperatures. There are chances of occasional rain depending on the weather conditions. Day-time temperatures can range from 15 °C to 18 °C and at night 0 °C .

Where is Kareri Lake located?

Kareri Lake is located in the heart of Himachal Pradesh at an elevation of about 2,950 meters in Kangra district. The Kareri Village is about 27 km from Dharamshala and 13 km from McLeod Ganj.

My child & I have never trekked before. Can we still do this trek?

Yes, the Kareri Lake Trek is perfect for beginners and children as young as 6. The trek is an easy level trek with minimal altitude gain and is the perfect opportunity to introduce your child to the wonders of nature and trekking. A prior preparation of about 5-6 weeks is required.

What time will the trek start?

On Day 1, The vehicle will pick you up from your Hotel at 7:30 am. Request you to be ready with your daypack (carried by you) and your main backpack (to be loaded on mules). During the trek, the guides will brief about next days plan every evening before dinner.

What kind of terrain or weather conditions are expected on the trek?

The entire trek route consists of mountain trails, forest, meadows, streams and some part of boulder/rocky terrain. The trail is moreover defined and it doesn’t involve any kind of difficult sections or technical climbing using ropes or other equipment. This trek can be done round the year. In Summer (March to May), the weather is pleasant and there is a low chance of rains as the maximum altitude is close to 3000 meters. Day-time temperatures can range from 15 °C to 20 °C and at night about 02-5 degrees.

What kind of meals will be provided?

There will be freshly cooked meals; breakfast (Bread Omelet, Paratha, Puri Bhajii, Muesli, Corn Flakes etc), Lunch and Dinner provided during the trek which will be a mix of Indian food (Roti-Sabji, Tarkari, Daal Rice etc). We will also organize evening snacks and refreshments. Our cooks are very experienced and will be happy to entertain any particular requests kids may have for meals. All the meals are served in the common dining area/tent.

What will the campsite look like?

There will be sleeping tents on double sharing basis with a warm mattress and sleeping bag. A dining table where the meals will be served. There will be 3 toilet tents. A kitchen tent will be set up by the staff for them to cook the meals.

How much weight can I carry?

You need to carry your small daypack during the trek. (With your water bottle, a jacket and some trail snacks) For the main luggage (which will be offloaded onto mules), 5kg is allowed per participant. Since it’s only 3 nights of stay on the trek, we recommend that 2 people combine a bag instead of individual small small bags. A family of three can have a combined bag with weight no more than 15kg.

How will I communicate with my family?

Mostly all network works in Dharamshala and Mcleod Ganj. However, there is no stable network available in Kareri Vilage and almost no network once you start the trek.

What medical emergency provisions will be provided?

Our Trek Leaders and support staffs are certified in first aid as well as experienced in dealing with altitude sickness related issues. Although, it’s an easy trek and there are almost zero chance of any medical situations, in case of any emergency, we are equipped to provide first aid and medical assistance. Our team will daily monitor the fitness of the participants and give attention to safety of the kids at all times. We will be carrying a comprehensive medical kit with medicines like Diamox (for high-altitude sickness), Combiflam/Brufen (pain killer), and generic medicines for stomach ache, bandages, Dettol etc. We will also carry an Oxymeter to monitor oxygen saturation levels in case some one is not feeling well.

Who will be the support staff?

There will be 3 experienced guide and 1 assistant guide with the group. Apart from this there will be a cook, helpers and a mule caravan to carry the luggage.

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Detailed Itinerary

Baleni Pass

Baleni Pass and Kareri Lake

Day 1 – Arrive in Dharamshala

Our team will receive the group at Dharamsala Airport or bus stand and transfer to a hotel/guest house in Dharamshala. The pick-ups are in groups and hence may involve some waiting time. The mode of travel will by Tempo traveler/innova depending on the size of the group. We spend our first night in a hotel/guest house in Dharamsala.

Baleni Pass and Kareri Lake

Day 2 – Pickup from Hotel and trek to Chandrella Dhar (Drive for 2 hours, Trek 4-5 hours, 8km).

After a morning breakfast & briefing, we will drive to the start point of the trek. Our trek staff will load the backpacks and we will start the trek to our first campsite at Chandrella Dhar. It’s a pleasant walk through a thick forest and pine trees. We pass through some beautiful meadows and get a chance to see the village life in Himachal Pradesh. Overnight stay in a camp.

Baleni Pass and Kareri Lake

Day 3 – Trek from Chandrella Dhar to Dhaled camp. (4-5 hours, 5-6km)

We start the trek after a hearty breakfast. We’ll begin by trekking through meadows and from there the trail enters into a forest. After walking through the forest there is gradual ascent, as you trek alongside a beautiful Stream and pass through various bridges. The campsite will be pitched in the heart of the alpine grasslands. The children will learn about basics of camping.

Baleni Pass and Kareri Lake

Day 4 – Day Trip to Kareri Lake

We will hike up to the base of the Kareri Lake and come back to camp by late afternoon. Our team will conduct adventure activities & bonfire in the evening.

Baleni Pass and Kareri Lake

Day 5 – Trek from Dhaled to the road head at the village & drive back to the Hotel.

Waking up with the sounds of nature, after breakfast we will start our journey back to the road head. It’s a gradual descent all the way through the forest and shortly after, we will be at the roadhead near the village. We will organize the transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.

Baleni Pass and Kareri Lake

Day 6 – Drive to the Dharamsala airport/bus stand in respective groups.

Early in the morning, we’ll start our journey back to civilization and Adventure Pulse representatives will drop you at the airport or bus stand in groups for your departures.

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