Pin Parvati Pass is a difficult crossover trek in Himachal Pradesh, crossing a pass at about 5,320 m (17,450 ft) between the Parvati valley in Kullu and the Pin valley in Spiti. It covers roughly 110 km over 10–11 days from Barshaini to Mud, and is only for experienced high-altitude trekkers.
About the Pin Parvati Pass trek
The route climbs the full length of the Parvati valley past Kheerganga and Mantalai lake before crossing the pass into the Pin valley, a dramatic change from forest to high-altitude desert.
When to go
Best months: Jul–Sep
- Jannot recommended
- Febnot recommended
- Marnot recommended
- Aprnot recommended
- Maynot recommended
- Junnot recommended
- Julrecommended
- Augrecommended
- Seprecommended
- Octnot recommended
- Novnot recommended
- Decnot recommended
Operators usually run this crossing in mid-summer. Confirm the current season and weather window before planning.
How difficult is it?
- Easy
- Easy–Moderate
- Moderate
- Moderate–Difficult
- Difficult
Long days of 6–9 hours (sometimes more), glacier and moraine crossings, and a pass above 5,300 m make this one of the hardest trekking routes in Himachal. Prior high-altitude experience is essential.
How to reach
- Nearest city
- Manali / Bhuntar (start); Kaza (end)
- Nearest airport
- Bhuntar Airport, Kullu
Common questions
How high is Pin Parvati Pass?
About 5,320 m (roughly 17,450 ft).
How long is the Pin Parvati Pass trek?
Roughly 110 km over 10–11 days.