Hampta Pass vs Triund & McLeodganj
Pick Hampta Pass for
camping, adventure, photography, fewer people
Pick Triund & McLeodganj for
tight budgets, first-timers, a spiritual journey, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Hampta Pass | Triund & McLeodganj | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Himachal, Manali, Kullu | Himachal, Dharamshala, Kangra |
| Highest point | 4,270 m | 2,850 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 26 km | about 18 km |
| Days on the ground | 6–7 | 3–4 |
| Best months | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Jun | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Busy |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹2,000 |
| Gateway | Bhuntar (Kullu) / Chandigarh | Dharamshala (Gaggal) |
| With kids | Not advised | Good |
| With seniors | Not advised | Possible |
| Permits | Forest permit, usually via the operator. | Forest fee; overnight camping permissions vary by season. |
Hampta Pass: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- ❄︎Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Triund & McLeodganj: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely