Kasol-Kheerganga trek

The Parvati Valley is one of the most picturesque places in the Himalayan region of Himachal Pradesh.Kasol hills stations in the Pin Parvati Valley. Places to visit in parvati valley are Kheerganga, Manikaran and Tosh village. Kasol to Manikaran distance is 5 km and distance between Kasol and Tosh village is 20 km. Tosh village parvati valley is the beautiful short trek for beginners. Barshaini is 17 km from Kasol and the trek of Kheerganga starts from here. Barshaini to Kheerganga distance is 14 km. Best time to visit Kheerganga is may and june.The Kasol to Kheerganga trek is an invigorating journey, which not only unveils the stunning terrain of the Himalayas, but also gives you a chance to learn about the interesting culture of the people living here. You will visit plenty of villages, and there will be infinite opportunities for you to click pictures with the snow-capped peaks in the background.

Itinerary:

Day 01: Kasol – Barshaini – Rudra Nag – Kheerganga The thrilling Kheerganga trek begins from the small village of Kasol, situated on the banks of the serene Parvati River. After pickup, move to Barshaini, the point of confluence of the Parvati and Tosh Rivers, to start hiking. Report at base camp before 10 AM to start the trek.

While strolling through the magnificent landscape of Himachal Pradesh, you will be treated to majestic sights of nature. On the trail, pass a few wooden bridges and some slippery sections. During this part of the Kheerganga trek from Kasol, your eyes also feast on many picturesque waterfalls; remember to take pictures of every single one of these.

Later, arrive at Rudranag, and take a small halt to admire the beauty of the landform. The serpent-shaped waterfall has become one of the biggest tourist attractions in the Parvati Valley and a popular stop for trekkers.

The approximately 12-km hike along the gushing Parvati River also takes you to the villages of Kalga and Pulga. This is a great time to learn about the local way of life and see how people survive here. Interact with the locals, and click a few pictures with them to save as memoirs of the amazing time you have on the Kasol to Kheerganga trek.

After reaching the green meadow of Kheerganga, take a refreshing dip in the hot springs to wash off the fatigue of the journey. The cool weather and vistas of the mighty peaks of the Himalayas, and the therapeutic water of the hot springs is a unique combination; an experience you will remember for the rest of your life. Later, enjoy a good night’s sleep in your camp to gather energy for the next day.

Day 02: Kheerganga – Rudra Nag – Barshaini – Kasol Wake up to a magnificent view of the himalayan mountain range, and prepare for the journey back to Kasol through the same route you took to reach Kheerganga. Seize this opportunity to click pictures of the Himalayan landscape once again. The picture-perfect waterfalls en route treat your eyes, and soon you arrive in Barshiani. From here, head back to the buzzing hill station of Kasol, where this enthralling experience of trekking from Kasol to Kheerganga ends, leaving you with never-ending memories.