Srikhand Mahadev Nature Itinerary - July 2023

1. Day 1: Drive to Jaon Village
   7 hours 11 minutes (200 miles) from Chandigarh

   In the morning, drive to Jaon Village. Afternoon, visit Jaon Village and explore the surroundings. In the evening, relax at the hotel and enjoy dinner.

2. Day 2: Trek to Singhad Base Camp
   7 hours 36 minutes (18.4 miles) from Jaon Village

   Morning, start the trek to Singhad Base Camp. Afternoon, reach the base camp and rest for a while. In the evening, take a short hike around the base camp and enjoy dinner.

3. Day 3: Trek to Thachru
   6 hours 57 minutes (9.6 miles) from Singhad Base Camp

   Morning, start the trek to Thachru. Afternoon, reach Thachru and set up camp. In the evening, explore the area around the camp and enjoy dinner.

4. Day 4: Trek to Bhim Dwar and back to Thachru
   8 hours 39 minutes (8.9 miles) from Thachru

   Morning, start the trek to Bhim Dwar. Afternoon, reach Bhim Dwar and visit the temple. In the evening, trek back to Thachru and enjoy dinner.

5. Day 5: Trek to Srikhand Mahadev Peak and back to Thachru
   12 hours 12 minutes (9.4 miles) from Thachru

   Morning, start the trek to Srikhand Mahadev Peak. Afternoon, reach the peak and visit the temple. In the evening, trek back to Thachru and enjoy dinner.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the nearby Tirthan Valley for other nature activities such as fishing, camping, and trekking. You can also plan a side trip to Manali or Shimla, two popular hill stations in Himachal Pradesh. To maximize your fun, bring a good pair of trekking shoes and prepare for the high altitude.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Transportation (Car rental) - 5 days (₹15,000)
• Accommodation (Hotels and Camps) - 4 nights (₹8,000)
• Food and Drinks - 5 days (₹4,000)
• Trekking Permit (₹500)
• Trekking Shoes (if not owned) (₹3,500)
• Total Estimated Costs - ₹31,500