TREKS · 5-DAY · HARD · MAX 5242M
Kinner Kailash Parikrama.
Kinner Kailash Parikrama
A 48-km circular circumambulation of the Kinner Kailash massif in Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, traditionally walked by pilgrims during Shravan (Jul-Aug). The route crosses the Charang La pass at 5,242m — the highest point of the parikrama — and passes the 79-foot vertical Kinner Kailash Shivling rock formation. Most operators run it as a 5-day trek starting from Thangi village near Kalpa. No permit required for Indian nationals.
Warnings
⚠One of the harder Himalayan parikramas — daily ascent of 1000m+ for two days
⚠Charang La can be snowbound till early August
⚠Acute mountain sickness risk above 4,500m — carry Diamox
⚠No mobile signal past Thangi
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