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1st Day :
Dharamshala - kareri Rest House (1980 M) .... 15 km
It is almost four hours trek passing through Dal Lake, the site of Bhagsunath ancient temple, not far from a small but lovely waterfall, the tank and the spring are considered sacred by the Hindus. here are also found slate quarries. A fair is held during Mani Mahesh Chhari Yatra. Kareri Rest house is located in most beautiful surroundings.
2nd Day :Kareri (1980 M) - Kareri Lake (3250 M) .... 13 km
A gradual climb along Kareri. Stream passing through dense forests will lead to Kareri Lake, surrounded by green meadows,Oak and pine trees. There is Nag Temple and a stone hut.
3rd Day :Kareri Lake (3250M) - Minkiani Got (3560M) .... 10 km
Ascending over rocks and snow slopes to the pass, the panoramic view of Kangra Valley and Pir Panjal ranges is fascinating. This route is not well defined, hence local guide is must. Now descending with great difficulty to the other side over boulders, takes 7-8 hours in all to cover 10 km distance. No firewood is avaliable to day,at it is all rocky with snow patches.
4th Day : Minkiani Got (3650 M) - Drakund (2280 M) .... 16 km
It is all down through forest and stream. You may goto Lam Dal (4-5 km climb) and have a holy dip and come down to next halt.
5th Day : Drakund - Donali (1525 M) .... 18 km
It is very easy walking day. You may rest here for a day in the village surrounded by forests.
6th Day : Donali - Chamba (996 M) .... drive
From Donali, you may drive to Bharmaur (it is almost 4 hours drive), visit old temples and return the same day to Chamba.
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