Overview
The Kinner Kailash Trek is a spiritually significant and physically demanding trek in Himachal Pradesh, offering a blend of adventure, high-altitude landscapes, and cultural immersion. The trek takes you to the sacred Kinner Kailash peak, revered by locals as the home of Lord Shiva. Situated at an altitude of around 16,500 ft, the summit offers panoramic views of the Kinnaur region’s majestic mountains. The trail includes steep ascents, rugged terrain, and high-altitude conditions, making it suitable for experienced trekkers with strong fitness levels. Apart from breathtaking Himalayan scenery, trekkers also get to explore remote villages and experience the unique culture of Kinnaur.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0
Delhi → Shimla
- Departure from Delhi at 9:00 pm
- Pick-up from Akshardham Metro Station
- Overnight journey to Shimla
Meals: Not included
Day 1
Shimla → Kalpa
- Morning arrival at Shimla
- Freshen up and breakfast
- Scenic drive to Kalpa
- Lunch en route
- Arrival at Kalpa by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: dinner
Day 2
Kalpa Acclimatization and Local Exploration
- Early morning breakfast
- Explore Kalpa village and nearby viewpoints
- Visit local temples
- Leisure time for acclimatization
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3
Kalpa → Tangling Village
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive to Tangling village, trek base
- Begin trek towards campsite
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach campsite by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4
Tangling → Kinner Kailash Summit and Return
- Early morning breakfast
- Summit push to Kinner Kailash peak
- Reach sacred Shiva lingam rock
- Enjoy panoramic mountain views
- Return to campsite
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5
Tangling → Kalpa
- Early morning breakfast
- Descend trek back to Tangling village
- Drive to Kalpa
- Lunch
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6
Kalpa → Shimla → Delhi
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive back to Shimla
- Lunch en route
- Begin overnight return journey to Delhi
- Arrival in Delhi early morning, tentative
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights
Spiritual trek to sacred Kinner Kailash peak
High-altitude summit at 16,500 ft
Panoramic views of Kinnaur Himalayas
Remote villages and cultural immersion
Challenging trek ideal for experienced trekkers
Fixed 9:00 pm night departure from Delhi