The Pin Parvati Trek of the most spectacular treks in the region, the Pin Parvati trek takes you from the lush green Parvati valley in Kullu to the stark and barren Pin valley in Spiti. The dramatic shift in terrain, the rolling meadows filled with wildflowers, the high altitude lake at Mantalai, the glacial pass crossing and the strikingly barren mountains of the Pin valley all make for one of the most geographically comprehensive treks in the Himalayas.
The trek's route borders the Pin Valley National Park, known for sightings of the elusive snow leopard and the Great Himalayan National Park that is famous for sightings of rare Himalayan birds like the Western Tragopan.
The Pin Parvati Trek is a perfect fit for a more experienced trekker looking to do longer and more challenging treks over glaciers and varied terrain
Pack:
Backpack 40 - 50 Lt with rain cover - Goes on the horse/porter
Day Pack 15 - 20 lt with rain cover- to carry your camera, water bottle, trail layers, trail food etc.
Footwear:
-Trekking Shoes: Please do not wear sports shoes as on most treks, as we go higher it gets harder to use sports shoes.
Socks:
2 -3 pairs of trekking socks.
2 pairs of woolen socks - ideal to sleep in and best to use when in camp. We do not recommend them while trekking
Clothing:
Pants: 3 pairs (including the ones you wear) - Ideal are the quick dry trekking pants. Alternatively, track pants are also comfortable to trek in.
T-shirts 3 pairs (including the ones you are wearing) - Preferably quick dry, full sleeve t-shirts You can also choose to get T-shirts with collars, they offer extra protection for the neck from sunburns.
Fleece Jacket
Rain & Wind Protection
Down filled / Hollow fiber fill insulated Jacket
Thermal liners - 1 pair upper and lower (optional).
Accessories:
Warm Cap
Gloves
Sun Cap
Sunglasses with UV protection.
Other recommended necessities:
Toiletries - sunscreen SPF 40+, moisturiser, lip balm, soap, toilet paper.
Repair Kit (needle and thread).
Headlamp/ Torch.
Camera.
Water Bottle- Ideally keep two bottles 1 liter each.
Trekking Pole - Optional.
Plastic Packing covers. (Please pack all your gear in waterproof plastic bags so that your clothes etc do not get wet while on horses or porters. Also, carry extra plastic bags in case you need to pack wet clothes.)