Churdhar
The 'Bangle of Snow' — highest peak of the outer Himalaya
Why this trek is special
- ✦Highest summit of the outer Himalaya in Himachal
- ✦The Shirgul Maharaj temple crowning the peak
- ✦Gangetic plains to one side, Srikhand & Kinnaur snows to the other
- ✦Dense deodar forests alive with monal pheasants
Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Rated 2/5 on the TrekNova Adventures scale — based on altitude gain, trail length, terrain and exit options.
Altitude profile
Day-wise itinerary
Tap a day to expand. Distances and timings are for an average fit trekker.
A morning drive through Sirmaur's hills to Nauradhar, then a steady climb into old-growth deodar forest. Camp in the Jamnala clearing beneath whispering giants.
What's included
✓ Inclusions
- ✓ All meals on trek
- ✓ Alpine tents on twin sharing + sleeping bags & mats
- ✓ Trek leader + local guide
- ✓ Forest permits & camping charges
- ✓ Bonfire (weather permitting)
✗ Exclusions
- ✗ Transport Solan ↔ Nauradhar (shareable cab)
- ✗ Personal expenses
Permits & paperwork
Churdhar Wildlife Sanctuary permits (Sirmaur forest division) are arranged by us and included. Carry a govt. photo ID.
Backpack offloading
Don't want to carry your rucksack? Our mules and porters will carry it camp-to-camp while you walk with a light daypack. Bags must be under 9 kg, soft-sided, without wheels.
Cancellation policy
When to do Churdhar? Month-by-month guides
Weather, temperatures and packing for every month — green months are in season.
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