Rupin Pass May’26
Rupin Pass Trek Itinerary (Shimla to Shimla) 🏔️
Just completed/planned the classic Rupin Pass trek and this is the route we’re following. Sharing a concise day-wise itinerary for anyone planning it this season.
Day 0: Reach Shimla
Arrive in Shimla
Stay overnight
Last-minute shopping, network issues start after this so download offline maps/music
Day 1: Shimla → Bawta
Long scenic drive from Shimla to Bawta
Beautiful transition from city roads to remote mountain villages
Camp overnight at Bawta
Highlights
Tons River views
Apple orchards
Remote Himachali villages
Day 2: Bawta → Jhaka
Trek begins properly
Reach Jhaka, famously called the “hanging village”
Narrow trails with dramatic valley drops
Highlights
First proper mountain exposure
Suspension bridges
Incredible village views
Day 3: Jhaka → Camp 1
Gradual ascent through forests and alpine landscapes
Reach first high-altitude campsite
Highlights
Snow patches may begin depending on season
Waterfalls and pine trails
Clear night skies
Day 4: Camp 1 → Lower Waterfall Camp
One of the most scenic sections
Trek beside the iconic Rupin waterfalls
Highlights
Massive waterfall views
Meadows opening up
Glacier streams
Day 5: Lower Waterfall → Upper Waterfall Camp
Shorter but steeper climb
Landscape becomes completely alpine and rugged
Highlights
Snow bridges
Ice fields
Unreal campsite views
Day 6: Upper Waterfall → Rupin Pass → Descend to Ronti Ghat
Summit/pass crossing day
Early alpine start
Cross Rupin Pass and descend towards Ronti Gad
Highlights
Steep snow climb to the pass
Prayer flags at the top
Panoramic Himalayan views
Brutal but rewarding descent
This is usually the toughest and best day of the trek.
Day 7: Return to Shimla
Drive back from the trek exit point towards Shimla
Expect a long but scenic mountain drive
Overall Thoughts
Moderate to difficult trek
Best done with decent fitness
Waterfall section is absolutely unreal
Pass day is long and demanding but 100% worth it
One of the most diverse Himalayan treks in terms of scenery transitions
If anyone has questions about fitness, packing, temperatures, or network availability, feel free to ask 🙌
Costed me around 40,000 for the entire trip includ everything.