Shepherd Trail Gaddi Trek, Himachal Pradesh

Gaddi refers to the nomadic shepherd tribes in the local Himachal dialect. The Gaddi trail or the shepherd trail trek is used by the shepherds to cross over to the Kangra valley from Kullu in Himachal. One of the most alluring and scenic treks in the region, the shepherd trail Gaddi trek is ventured onto by myriad trekkers, wildlife enthusiasts, and nature lovers from different corners of India and abroad. Owing to its tough gradient with steep and treacherous trails, the trek demands a high level of physical and mental fitness.

Traversing through Kalihani, Khanpari, and Thamsar high altitude passes, the trek takes you in the serene remoteness of the Kangra Valley tucked away in the Dhauladhar ranges of the Western Himalayas. Crossing dense forests of pine and cedar, numerous emerald green meadows carpeted with wild alpine flowers, remote and picturesque villages, striking fruit orchards, and many small glittering streams of water while enjoying the panoramas of the surrounding valleys and snow-capped Himalayan peaks; the shepherd trail Gaddi trek gives you an electrifying trekking experience of your lifetime.

Feasting your eyes on the astounding scenic vistas along the fascinating trails, be prepared to negotiate your way through snow-bedded glaciers, slippery slopes, rocky trails, dangerous moraines, and make-shift rickety bridges. Along the route, keep an open eye for sights of rare Himalayan birds and animals.