Sara Umga Trek is not so strenuous compared to similar treks in the Himalayas. But yet it lets you experience the unmatched feeling of being in very high mountain environment.
And you really are with giants around you!
Papsura (6451 m), Indrasan (6221 m) and Deo Tibba (6001 m) will be with you on this trek. These peaks are actually higher than the peaks around the Pin-Parvati pass.
Another great fact about Sara Umga is that it is virtually not known. Forget the crowd of the Parvati valley or the treks around Manali, you will be most probably alone... with your trek mates and our staff of course.
The trek starts from the Tosh village in the Parvati valley. You will cross all the ecosystems of this part of the Himalayas. From Himalayan Cedar and Golden Oak forests to apple orchards, meadows, high altitude pastures, rocks and impressive glaciers.
In short Sara Umga is a dramatic trek easy to reach from any place in northern India, that doesn't require to be athletic and that is definitely off the beaten track.
The majestic Himalayas around the base camp
River crossing during the trek
Crossing rich and pristine ecosystems
Camping on a glacier at the basecamp
The extended route towards the Chandra river
Sara Umga Trek
EnquireSara Umga Trek: Get yourself amongst giants !
Sara Umga Trek features
Altitudes of your trek
Min : Minimum altitude of your trek.
Max : Maximum altitude of your trek.
Ascent : The difference of altitude between the trek starting point and the highest point of the trek.
Descent : The difference of altitude between the highest point of the trek and the trek ending point.
Difficulty of your trek
Stamina : The physical effort involved during your trek. Rated from 0 (easiest) to 100 (most strenuous). If you have an average fitness you can consider all the treks up to 50. See here for more details
Technical : Difficulty of your trek in terms of exposure to danger and required experience.
0 to 20 : No difficulties,
20 to 40 : Walking on good mountain trails,
40 to 60 : Some walking on difficult mountain trails (steep slopes, rocks, etc.),
60 to 80: You are exposed to some dangers (void, snow, falling rocks, etc.),
80 to 100 : Experience required (please inquire).
Overall : Average between Stamina and Technical rating.
Sara Umga trek map
Sara Umga Trek itinerary summary
Sara Umga trek follows the Tosh river up to the Sara basecamp at the confluence of two large glaciers. The descent is done the same way.
Best time to trek to Sara Umga
Best time to trek to Sara Umga is from mid-June to September.
You may also consider early June if the snow conditions permits. Enquire to get advice.
You may also consider early June if the snow conditions permits. Enquire to get advice.
Sara Umga trek itineraries
Base camp in 7 or 8 days
Going up to the base camp. With or without an exploration day. |
|
| Day 1 | From Tosh to Budhavan. After a night spent in a guest house at Tosh you start climbing toward Budhavan going through beautiful forest and waterfalls. Night at the Budhavan meadow. |
| Day 2 | From Budhavan to Sharm Thach. Shortly after Budhavan you will leave the forest behind and enter a complete different ecosystem with large meadows and bushes. The view on the mountains opens up. Night at the Sharm Thach meadow. |
| Day 3 | From Sharm Thach to Shamshi Thach. Today you will realize how great is Sara Umga trek ! At 3850 m you reach Shamshi Thach at the confluence of two impressive valleys surrounded by high peaks. A large moraine ends up just above the campsite. |
| Day 4 | From Shamshi Thach to Sara base camp. It is a very exciting day during which we cross the 4000 m level to reach the base camp among rocks and patches of snow covering the glacier. The sceneries around are amazing. |
| Day 5 | Exploration day around the base camp (optional). Where do you want to hike today? Ask advise to your guide. Perhaps a walk toward the Sara Umga pass to enjoy the awesome view of the entire valley? Night at the same camp. |
| Day 6 | From Sara base camp to Shamshi Thach. |
| Day 7 | From Shamshi Thach to Budhavan. Alternatively you can visit the stunning Animal lake from Shamshi Thach and then camp at Sharam Thach. |
| Day 8 | From Budhavan or Sharam Thach to Tosh. |
Sara Umga pass in 8 days
Sara Umga pass trek up to the Chandra river in Lahaul & Spiti. |
|
| Day 1 | From Tosh to Budhavan. |
| Day 2 | From Budhavan to Sharam Thach. |
| Day 3 | From Sharam Thach to Shamshi Thach. |
| Day 4 | From Shamshi Thach to Kutta Thach. |
| Day 5 | From Kutta Thach to Sara base camp. |
| Day 6 | Rest or exploration day around the base camp. |
| Day 7 | Crossing the Sara Umga pass, progressing half-way on the Chhota Shigri glacier and camp. |
| Day 8 | Going down to the Chandra valley, river crossing and end of trek near Chattru. |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Manali or Kaza in a private vehicle. |
Photos of Sara Umga trek
Meadows on day 2
Shamshi Thach
Exploration around the base camp
Sara Umga pass (5028 m)
Chota Shigri glacier after crossing the pass
Crossing the Chandra river
More treks in Himachal Pradesh
Recognition of Himalayan Ecotourism
Our awards
Himalayan Ecotourism is the winner of the To Do award 2022 in the field of "Socially Responsible Tourism".
We are also the Overall Winner of the Indian Responsible Tourism Award 2019 and the Gold winner in the Best Adventure Operator category.
We have been declared winner of the Sustainable Tourism Award 2019 by Skal International and Biosphere.
Our cooperative-based model of social enterprise and our efforts to conserve the Himalayas are the main reasons for winning these awards.
Thank you to all our cooperative members, our customers, our friends and well-wishers !
Enquire
Share
Tweet
Hide