Introduction

A short adventurous excursion leading past many lakes, round trip of 5-6 days.

Duration: 5-6 days

Itinerary

Day 1: Mcleodganj (1860m) - Kareri village (1870m) 13km

The trail descends steeply to a stream then climbs to beautiful kareri village (can be covered by cab).

Day 2: Kareri village - Kareri Lake (3200m) 14km

A gradual but continuous climb. The lake, situated at the base of the pass, is a picturesque spot with green meadows.

Day 3: Kareri Lake - Minkiani pass (4250m) - Minkiani Got (3500m) 7km

The 3 km climb to the pass is quite steep. Minkiani camping ground is another 4km. From there one can visit the Lam Dal (lake) which is around 3km distance.

Day 4: Minkiani Got - Darkund (1860m) 15km

The path descends continuously along the Dunali nala to Darkund Forest rest house.

Day 5: Darkund - Dunali (1200m) 10km

An easy descent alongside the Dunali stream. Dunali is situated on the Chamba- Bharmaur road. From there one can go by bus, either to chamba or bharmaur.