Tosh village trip: trekking and camping in a jewel of Parvati valley

Indulge your pictorial senses as you take on the Tosh village trip, a way of boundless beauty to take you to the periphery of the mighty land of beauty, Himalayas. Tosh is situated at a height of 7,874ft near a village at the end of the Parvati valley, which leads to the beautiful Pin Parvati Pass. The side-shoot of Parvati River is the Tosh River of the Himalayas suckles into the main river of Pulga. The average temperature varies at a range between 2 degree Celsius to 7 degree Celsius; sometimes dropping below the freezing point in the months of winter.

Trekking the gorgeous valley of Himalayas will leave you breathless with its shimmering streams and meadows. For Tosh village trip, you can begin form Barsheni, hike up to make pit stops at Buddhaban and the Tosh Village. The most interesting thing that sets this trekking tour, spaced out from any other Himachal trekking tours, is that you may decide on to tail the tracks leading to the perplexing Animal Pass. You may select the firm easy climb to the Tosh Glacier to avoid the challenging dangerous consequences. In both the cases the views offer exquisite vistas of the picturesque mountains, valleys and landscapes filled with white beauty snow.

Transportation for Tosh village Trip?

To reach the Tosh, firstly you have to arrive to Kasol and then  Manikaran by overnight bus journey or by a car. First night you may stay back in Kasol to enjoy the local beauty of culture and nature blended beauty.

Secondly, drive from Kasol valley to start your actual Tosh village trip. The route to the Tosh trekking gradually on the mountain valley to reach Buddhaban. The striking trail provides an impressive sight of the Parvati Valley’s Dam. The convergence of the Tosh and Parvati River forms this basin. Following the furious Tosh River as it flows deep into the pine forests, till you reach the lovely springs and colossal rocks will mark your arrival in Buddhaban; you may stay overnight in the camp. A trip to Tosh village is incomplete without camping or home stay.

Thirdly, after enjoying the marvellous beauty of the charming meadows and rhododendron flowers of Buddhaban you can straightway trek to Sharam Thach of 3,505m. On the way to Sharam Thach, you will be trekking alongside the Tosh River and may come across waterfalls that gushing down the mountain slopes. Continue your ascent through the forests till you reach Sharam Thach, which is marked by splendid views of pine and fir trees.

Sharam Thach: A beautiful campsite en-route Tosh from Kasol

Fourthly, enjoying and exploration of the valley you must trek to Animal pass or trek to Tosh glacier to enjoy another crimson beauty of the nature. The view from here is astonishing as you get to witness the majestic Tosh Glacier and the massive Kullu Makalu Peak. It is the descending point of the glacier, you may stay overnight in tents to enjoy the fresh and marvelous beauty of the valleys. Tosh village trip is famous among the travelers for this indescribable beauty of valley and glacier with towering peaks at the backdrop.

Animal Pass to Tosh valley journey

Fifthly, if you choose to hike up to the nose of Tosh Glacier instead of the Animal Pass, you can enjoy the trails, as the Tosh Glacier is located in Kuta Thach which takes around 5 hours from the campsite. After an initial mount among boulders, you may continue walking on level ground and have the views glacial source of the Tosh River. Thus, you will be trekking back to Barshaini road, from Buddhaban, where the astounding trekking at Tosh valley in Himachal to come to an end. Trek to Tosh glacier is possible if you have enough time during your Tosh village trip.

Famous Attractions of Tosh village trip

• Parvati river

• Trek to Kasol

• Rasol

• Chalal

• Manikaran Gurudwara

• Malana trek

• Kheer Ganga

Things to do in Tosh village trip

Take a stroll by the Parvati River: Parvati river is a pristine and beautiful river. Soak into the purity of the river and its magical sound. You can sit by the river for hours doing nothing and you won’t be able to understand how much time actually passed

The mystic Parvati River

Explore the non-existing trails of Rasol: Rasol is a village near Kasol. You can trek from Kasol to rasol or from Chalal to Rasol. During the hike you will find many a signboard of magic Rasol. Do not wonder, it’s the magic of smoke. It is said that there is nothing as peaceful as a trek to Rasol and then smoke the ‘Magic Rasol’.

View from Rasol village

Take a dip in Manikaran hot spring: This will feel amazing. Your entire day will be well spent. Just take a dip at Manikaran spring and have the super tasty simple food available at the Gurudwara

Gurudwara at Manikaran Sahib

Trek to Kheerganga: That’s a main attraction of camping in Kasol for all Himalaya lovers. Kheerganga trek is a whole day trek and take you the the village of Kheerganga through the splendidly beautiful route uphill. Take a bath in the natural hot water swimming pool at Kheerganga.

Buy souvenir at Kasol market: Kasol market is a buyer’s paradise. Do not forget to try your luck there.

Souvenir at Kasol Market

Visit Evergreen café: Evergreen Restaurant is one of the all-time favourite restaurants to the travellers at Kasol. The café serves a variety of cuisines at very affordable prices. Super vibrant place and loved by the tourist crowd from all across the world as well. The café always plays great music, usually of the Enigma, Enya style.

To enjoy the ride called Tosh village trip you must be well equipped with the following must things;

Take a waterproof linings backpack with the following items in it;

• Warm clothes, jackets, raincoats, fleece jackets and thermals to avoid the uncertain weather in the valleys.

• Hand gloves, trekking poles, trekking shoes and extra pair of socks to protect you from the rough track.

• Water bottles, energy bars and energy drinks to keep yourself hydrated

• Caps/hats, sunglasses and towels to look clean and tidy.

• Personal toiletries and medications (if required) as the temperature is little harsh in many trekkers.

• Tent to stay in valleys.

Other inclusions for a convenient trekking and camping include;

• Sleeping bags (Holo-fill) and array mats for comfortable sleep on the valleys.

• Charges of guide, cook and camp helpers.

• Horsemen charges to carry the luggage up on to the destined places.

Stay

Tosh village trip can be done in a fairly moderate budget. It is most convenient to stay in the triple sharing tent during trek; it is safer and most enjoyable.

The meal

One of the most important part on trekking or camping is the meal. Most of the time the trekkers have to carry the dry food, as cooking meals at the right time and right place is hard to find. It is advisable that you must try to depend on the dry foods, mostly veg oriented.

Advisory facts during Tosh valley Trek

The following points are to be kept in mind for a safe journey to the beautiful place in the north of India.

• The circumstances entailing the climate in the higher altitudes vary massively from the plains; thus you must take sufficient time to get accustomed in heights, avoiding the tendencies of physical diminutions.

• It is your duty to pay attention to the rules provided by trek instructor in order to relish a safe and sound trekking experience; otherwise it becomes very difficult for the trek leader to cooperate with you.

• Please avoid Consumption of alcohol or any other intoxicating products are forbidden during this trek. As it may create side effects and the whole journey may land up unsuccessfully.

• Trekking during the nights may result in dangerous consequences so it’s better to avoid the dark for trek. It is more pleasing to enjoy the outstanding beauty of the mountains with the morning sun.

• Do consult with a physician if you are fit to undertake the trek, it is a vital point to be taken care of.

• The trek takes place through biodegradable zone; do not encourage spoiling the local campsites, relish the beauty of the nature, without troubling it.

With these activities, you will get to familiarize with the scenic beauty of Tosh valley which is constricted at the beginning but unwraps later into attractive pastures as it mounts. Bask in the striking spectacle at the pass with the Tosh Glacier on one side and several well-known peaks like Papasura, White Sail on the other. The stunning Malana Glacier can also be viewed from the top of the pass head out to cross the scenic tree lines. A safe journey is wished which will make this walk a pleasing one.