Minkiani Pass Trek

The Minkiani Pass Trek takes you from the Dharamshala foothills through Kareri Village and Kareri Lake into the rocky upper Dhauladhar range. Forest paths, village life and lakeside camps give way to a demanding pass attempt, making this a route for fit walkers with previous trekking experience.

This six-day itinerary starts and finishes in the Dharamshala–McLeod Ganj area. It approaches Minkiani Pass from Kareri Lake and returns to the lake after the attempt. An onward crossing into Chamba or a combination with Indrahar Pass requires a separately planned itinerary.

Minkiani Pass trek highlights

• Walk through Gaddi villages, forest and mountain-stream valleys.
• Camp on the approach to Kareri Lake and experience the changing Dhauladhar landscape.
• Attempt the high pass with a local trekking team, subject to weather and trail conditions.
• Allow time in Dharamshala before and after the trekking days.

Quick facts

• Duration: 5 nights / 6 days, including arrival and departure days.
• Start and finish: Dharamshala–McLeod Ganj; the team confirms the meeting point.
• Route: Kareri Village – Kareri Lake – Minkiani Pass attempt – return via Kareri.
• Maximum elevation: Approximately 4,220 m at Minkiani Pass.
• Difficulty: Moderate to difficult, with steep and uneven terrain.
• Accommodation: Three trekking nights in tents and two hotel nights in Dharamshala.
• Season: June to mid-October, subject to snow, rainfall and local access.
• Distance: Walking distances depend on the trailhead and campsites; request the final day-by-day distances with your quotation.

For a shorter lake journey, compare the Kareri Lake Trek. For a different high-pass route, explore the Indrahar Pass Trek.

Check Minkiani Pass Trek availability with our Dharamshala team. Share your dates, group size and trekking experience for a personalised plan.