Kinner Kailash Shivling Trek
€700
per person
This very challenging trek leads us to an 80 foot rock standing at an altitude of 5667m that has the shape of a lingam, the symbol of Lord Shiva. It is said to be the mythical winter abode of the god Shiva and thus is highly revered by Hindu pilgrims. We access it through a tough steep trek paved with boulders, moraines, and glaciers.
Duration: 4 to 7 days
Distance: 40km
Terrain: Difficult, for experienced trekkers
Transportation: Jeep
Accommodation: Homestay and tent
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Day 1
Delhi - Shimla
Namaste! We welcome you warmly in Delhi and we directly proceed to Shimla - Overnight in Shimla.
Day 2
Shimla - Kalpa
We drive to Kalpa by jeep (220 km approx. /8 hrs.) and we check in at the 'Little Heaven Retreat Centre’, a lovely wooden house offering the best view in Kalpa village.
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Day 4
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Grade: Tough / Duration: 6-7 hrs / Distance: 7 km /
Early in the morning, after breakfast, we start our trek to Ganesh Park, which has a 5 km steep ascent. It will take 7 hours to reach Ganesh Park.
Day 5
Ganesh Park - Gufa - Shivalinga - Ganesh Park
Grade: Tough / Distance: 17-18 km / Duration: 12-14h
We pack our breakfast and start this important journey early in the morning, around 4am.
From Ganesh Park we proceed to a cave (3800m) 3.5 km away. The first 2km is a steep walk through boulders and across a small glacier. Then, there is a 1.5 km descent to the Cave.
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Day 6
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Day 8
Shimla - Delhi
Early in the morning after breakfast, we proceed to Delhi to drop you. End of this trek and tour. Looking forward to meeting you again. Namaste.