Question 1

What is the best time to go for Rajgundha trek?

Accepted Answer

The best time to visit  Rajgundha trek is either summer or winter. Because of the fairly moderate weather, neither the summers are too hot not the winters are too cold. The summer falls between the months of April and June. While the winters fall between October to December. On the contrary, try to avoid your visits during the monsoon as you can expect heavy rainfall.

Question 2

How do i get to starting point of Rajgundha and Barot Valley trek?

Accepted Answer

The Rajgundha and Barot valley trekking package will start from Palampur which is located near Pathankot. You can reach Palampur by road, train, and flight. By Road: Major cities of Himachal Pradesh are well-connected to Palampur. You can easily find direct buses to Palampur from Manali, Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Kangra, and Shimla. By Train: The nearest railway station to Palampur is the Pathankot railway station which is around is around 90 km away. On reaching the railway station, you will find several buses and taxis to Palampur. By Flight: Gaggal airport is the nearest airport to Palampur. It is around 25 km away and is very well-connected to Palampur through private taxis and buses. The nearest big airport is the Chandigarh airport which is around 162 km away.

Question 3

What is the duration of the Rajgundha trek?

Accepted Answer

The complete duration of the Rajgundha trek is 3 days and 2 nights. On the first day morning of your trek, you will check-in to your Palampur hotel. After you freshen up and enjoy your dinner, you will head out for sightseeing in Palampur and Bir which will continue till the evening. In the evening, you will have dinner and enjoy the bonfire. On day two of the trek, you will head to Barot valley and enjoy the local sights till lunch. After lunch, your trek to Rajgunda will start from the base point Badagraan. On reaching the campsite of Rajguda, you will enjoy your evening under the beautiful sky and a mouth-watering dinner. On day three, you will start your journey downwards till Billing, from where you will be picked up by a vehicle to drop you at Bir. However, if you find the 3 days and 2-nights packages a little longer, you can contact the sales team at Thrillophilia for 2 days and a 1-night package also.

Question 4

What will be the average temperature at Rajgundha trek?

Accepted Answer

The average temperature during your trek at Rajgundha will remain between 8 degrees to 15 degrees Celsius. Therefore, you are requested to carry some heavy woolen clothes and some thermal innerwear.

Question 5

What distance we have to cover in Barot to Rajgundha trek?

Accepted Answer

The trekking of Rajgundha starts from Badagraan. The total Rajgundha trek distance from Badagraan is around 6.5 km to Rajgundha campsite. The usual time taken to cover the distance is around 2-3 hours. It usually is time-consuming due to ups and downs in the trail. And if there is rain, the rocks tend to become slippery. Therefore, be very careful while trekking on the trail and pay attention to the instructor’s words.

Question 6

What is Rajgundha trek height?

Accepted Answer

The Rajgundha trek height is approximately 8900 ft. above sea level. From the top of the valley, you get a mesmerizing view of nature and wildlife. The cool currents and lush green trails will keep relieve you of all your stress. It is one of the most refreshing treks offering one of the most refreshing views from the top.

Question 7

What activities can be done during Rajgundha trek?

Accepted Answer

The activities provided during Rajgundha trek majorly include trekking, camping and sightseeing. Additionally, you can also enjoy bonfire during the night. The bonfire night can also have a complimentary live musical night based on the availability of the band and the size of the group.

Question 8

Which meals are included with Barot to Rajgundha trek package?

Accepted Answer

The trekking package from Barot to Rajgundha includes all breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout your tour.

Question 9

Is Barot to Rajgudha trek safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes, trekking from Barot to Rajgundha is safe for everyone. The difficulty level of the trek is also easy. However, you might find a few ups and downs during the trek. Sometimes, you might also find the rocks to be slippery. Fortunately, you will be assisted by a trek leader to make your trekking experience safe. Therefore, you are requested to carefully listen to the instructions provided by the guide. Additionally, various safety precautions will be in place before you start your trek. However, if you have any personal medication that is prescribed, kindly carry the same with you.

Question 10

What things I should carry while doing Rajgundha trek?

Accepted Answer

During your Rajgundha trek, ensure that you carry the following: - Valid ID proof
- Warm woolen clothes
- Heavy jackets that are Wind-proof
- Thermals for innerwear
- Sunscreen, Sunglasses and Cap
- Comfortable and good quality trekking shoes
- Water Bottle
- Toiletries, personal medication and basic first aid
- Camera

Question 11

Which things to keep in mind while trekking Barot to Rajgundha?

Accepted Answer

During your Rajgundha trek, ensure that you keep the following in your mind:- Listen to the instructions provided by the tour guide - Carry valid ID card with you - Ensure that you have enough water and required medicines - The meals or transfers not mentioned in the itinerary are not included in the package cost - Carry additional cash for any sort of personal expense or expenses that are not mentioned in the itinerary

Question 12

Which are the other best Himachal treks that we can book from Thrillophilia?

Accepted Answer

Here is the list of best treks in Himachal that you can book from Thrillophilia:Triund TrekMalana TrekManimahesh TrekTosh TrekJalori Pass Trek