The Gaj view trek is gorgeous 6-day experience, packed with the high rising trees and hills of Himachal. You'll explore picturesque campsites, remote mountain trails and quaint hillside villages. You'll spend two days, trekking through the scenic woods of pine and oak with tall mountain peaks darting in and out of view. Beautiful views of hills in the Dhauladhar range, decked up with snow-capped peaks, await from vantage points along the trail. A great mix of culture, nature and adventure, this Gaj view trip is perfect for travellers looking for an easy trek with a short itinerary.
A minimum of two travellers are required to book this Gaj view trek.
Destination
You'll visit little-known villages and hills in the Dhauladhar mountains on this Gaj view trek. En route, you'll find yourself moving through green meadows, thick forests and budding tea plantations. The trail often goes alongside the Gaj river, fed by the melting glaciers of the Himalaya. This off-beat adventure in Himachal Pradesh is perfect for amateur travellers since it offers only two days of climbing on relatively easy trails.
Destination highlights
Experience the mountains of Himachal on a 6-day itinerary.| Trek through scenic hills, forests and villages. | Stay in tents with picturesque views. | Try your hand at river crossing.
Begin your Himachal trek from the Majnu ka Tilla bus stand in Delhi. You'll board an overnight AC Volvo bus by 17:30 hrs and travel to Dharamsala. Settle in for a long, overnight drive through the plains with towns like Panipant and Kurukshetra and the mountains with tiny hillside villages. Overnight in transit.
Overnight in transit.
Depart from Majnu Ka Tilla by 17:30 hrs in an AC Volvo bus. No meals are provided during transit, so please do eat a full meal before leaving and carry a light shawl and some dry snacks for the journey. You'll spend the night in the Volvo travelling from Delhi.
Day 1 Milestone
Delhi
Delhi
17:30 PM
Food
No meals are provided today.
Veg | Non-veg
Day 2 of the Gaj view trek: Arrive at Bhontu base camp
You'll arrive in Dharamsala by 6:00 hrs. From here, you'll be transferred to your campsite at the Bhontu village in private vehicles. Check-in to the Bhontu base camp and take some time to rest in your tents, explore the surroundings and meet your trek leader. In the afternoon, participate in river crossing or a few team building games or take a walk to explore the village. The night brings a hot dinner and some joyful time around a crackling bonfire. Overnight in tents at the Bhontu base camp.
Overnight in tents at Bhontu village base camp.
Travel to the Bhontu village base camp in a non AC taxi. Today's meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. You'll also be served some evening tea, soup and lemonade through the day. Sleep in comfortable camp tents, equipped with sleeping bags and mats.
Day 2 Milestone
Dharamsala
Bhontu base camp
07:00 AM
Food
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Veg | Non-veg
Day 3 of the Gaj view trek: Bhontu base camp to Camp 1
After a short drive from the Bhontu base camp to the Badhun campsite, you'll begin the trek through scenic forests with tall mountain peaks darting in and out of view amidst the pine and oak woods. Beautiful views of hills in the Dhauladhar range, decked up with snow-capped peaks and lush forests, await from vantage points along the trail. Reach your campsite and spend the evening at leisure around a merry bonfire. Overnight in tents at Camp 1.
Overnight in tents at Camp 1.
Travel to the Badhun base camp in a private vehicle and trek to Camp 1. Today's meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. You'll also be served some evening tea, soup and lemonade through the day. Sleep in comfortable camp tents, equipped with sleeping bags and mats.
Day 3 Milestone
Bhontu base camp
Camp 1
07:00 AM
Food
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Veg | Non-veg
Day 4 of the Gaj view trek: Camp 1 to Bhontu base camp
After a night under the stars in the remote camp, you'll make your way back to the Bhontu base camp. On the way down, you'll retrace your steps over the same trail. Take your time at vantage points, admire stunning views of the valley and click photos with local natives travelling on the trail. Overnight in tents at Bhontu base camp.
Overnight in tents at Bhontu village base camp.
Trek from Camp 1 to the Bhontu village base camp. Today's meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. You'll also be served some evening tea, soup and lemonade through the day. Sleep in comfortable camp tents, equipped with sleeping bags and mats.
Day 4 Milestone
Camp 1
Bhontu base camp
07:00 AM
Food
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Veg | Non-veg
Day 5 of the Gaj view trek: Depart for Delhi
You'll board a taxi from Bhontu to McLeod Ganj. Spend the rest of the day exploring local attractions in this quaint town. Visit the Guna Devi temple, the Nichung Monastery or the local Tibetan marketplace. In the evening, you'll board an AC Volvo bus to Delhi. The overnight journey will take you away from the hills and back into the plains. Overnight in transit.
Overnight in transit.
Travel from the Bhontu village base camp to McLeod Ganj and board the AC Volvo bus. Today's meal plan includes breakfast only. Visit any of the restaurants in McLeod Ganj to have extra meals at your own expense. You'll spend the night in the Volvo travelling from Delhi.
Day 5 Milestone
Bhontu base camp
Dharamsala
07:00 AM
Food
Breakfast
Veg | Non-veg
Day 6 of the Gaj view trek: Arrive in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi by early morning. Your Gaj view trek ends here.
Your trip ends by early morning.
Reach Delhi by early morning. Your trip ends here.
For cancellations made more than 30 days before departure date of the Gaj view trek: 100% refund.
For cancellations made between 15-30 days before departure date of the Gaj view trek: 50% refund.
For cancellations made less than 15 days before departure date of the Gaj view trek: no refund.
In case of no show: no refund.
All cancellations will be processed after deducting a transaction fee of INR 200 per person. This fee is charged by The Great Next.
Rules on trip
Travellers are required to follow all instructions of the trek leader during the Gaj view trek.
Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments and causing general disturbance.
Consumption of alcohol and drugs is strictly prohibited during the Gaj view trek.
Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions
This Gaj view trek is an ex-Delhi trip, which means you'll be picked-up from the Majnu ka Tilla bus stand in Delhi by 17:30 hrs on day 1 and dropped-off at 9:00 hrs at the same location on day 6.
The tour operator reserves the right to cancel or alter the itinerary of the Gaj view trek to maximize the safety of travellers as well as staff.
Travellers will be required bear any additional costs arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.
Gorgeous views of high rising mountains on the horizon.
Climb over a mountain trail with sprawling meadows.
Charming hillside villages and huts.
Climb over a mountain trail with sprawling meadows.
Go on the 6-day Gaj view trek.
Views of snow-capped peaks in the Dhauladhar range.
Gorgeous views of high rising mountains on the horizon.
Views of snow-capped peaks in the Dhauladhar range.
Gorgeous views of high rising mountains on the horizon.
Climb over a mountain trail with sprawling meadows.
Views of snow-capped peaks in the Dhauladhar range.
Climb over a mountain trail with sprawling meadows.
AC Volvo bus tickets for transport between Delhi and McLeod Ganj
Travel arrangements between McLeod Ganj and Bhontu village in non-AC taxi
Accommodation in tents for 3 nights on a quad/multi-sharing basis
All equipment required for camping: tent, sleeping bag, mattress
Rucksack (35+ litres)
All meals from breakfast on day 2 to breakfast on day 5, including evening tea/soup and lemonade
Services of experienced trek leader and support staff
Adventure activities: river crossing, team building games
Any equipment required for adventure activities
All government permits and charges
All applicable taxes
Excludes
Travel arrangements between your home city and Delhi
Personal expenses such as gear or apparel, extra meals or beverages etc.
Costs due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, natural calamities etc.
Anything not mentioned in inclusions
What to Wear
What to Wear
Trekking shoes
Thermal inner-wear
Full sleeved t-shirts/shirts
Full-length track pants
Sweater and jacket
Muffler, scarf, socks and gloves
Not to wear - Expensive jewellery and gadgets
What not to Wear
Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
Restrictive clothing
Flip-flops
Equipment / Gear
We Provide
Non-AC taxi for transport between Dharamsala and Bhontu base camp
All equipment required for camping: tent, sleeping bag, mattress
Any equipment required for adventure activities
Rucksack (35 litres)
You need to get
Daypack
Water bottle
Insect repellent
Dry snacks (energy bars, chocolates etc.)
Moisturizer and lip balm
Personal toiletries
Light towel
Camera (optional)
Torch (with batteries)
Govt-issued ID card
Medical Kit
Please carry specific personal or prescribed medication, personal first-aid kit.
Directions towards the Pick up Point
Majnu ka Tilla bus stand in Delhi is accessible via road and metro. You can board a flight to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport and take the metro to the Vidhan Sabha Metro Station. Local cabs and taxis are also available. Google Maps pin: https://goo.gl/maps/Pi5cLqU5Ca12
Directions towards the Start Point
The tour operator will arrange your transport to the start point of this Gaj view trek.