Hampta Pass vs Kareri Lake
Pick Hampta Pass for
adventure, photography, a real challenge
Pick Kareri Lake for
tight budgets, nature, first-timers, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Hampta Pass | Kareri Lake | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Himachal, Manali, Kullu | Himachal, Kangra |
| Highest point | 4,270 m | 2,934 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | about 26 km | about 26 km |
| Days on the ground | 6–7 | 3–4 |
| Best months | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Jun | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹2,200 |
| Gateway | Bhuntar (Kullu) / Chandigarh | Dharamshala (Gaggal) |
| With kids | Not advised | Possible |
| With seniors | Not advised | Not advised |
| Permits | Forest permit, usually via the operator. | Forest permit; camping at the lake is regulated — check locally. |
Hampta Pass: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- ❄︎Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Kareri Lake: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely