3-Day Shilt Hut Trek in GHNP from Gushaini with Birdwatching

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Trek through the eco-zone of the Great Himalayan National Park
• 02 Spot the colourful endangered Monal and Western Tragopan
• 03 Take in clear views of the Tirthan Valley and peaks above 5000 m from Shilt
• 04 Camp in the wilderness with bonfire evenings at Rolla or Shilt

Embark on a 3-day challenging trek from Gushaini to Shilt Hut through the eco-zone of the Great Himalayan National Park. This experience combines scenic mountain trails, campsite meals, bonfires, and rewarding views over the Tirthan Valley and peaks rising above 5000 m. Along the way, bird lovers have excellent chances to spot the colourful endangered Monal and Western Tragopan. Camp amid the wilderness and, if staying at Shilt, enjoy a scenic sunrise before trekking back to Gushaini.

During the climb, you have great chances to observe the colourful endangered Monal and Western Tragopan.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Tirthan Valley, Great Himalayan National Park

Languages English, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Trek from Gushaini to Rolla

• Walk through the eco-zone of GHNP. There is a gentle gradient at the beginning of the trek.
• Enjoy lunch consisting of paratha (stuffed Indian bread), pickles, fresh local fruits, and toffee chocolates.
• Have high tea on reaching Rolla, consisting of soup, tea/coffee, and biscuits.
• Appreciate the bonfire for all. Sit around the bonfire for dinner with starters, a main course, and a sweet dish.

2

Day 02

Hike from Rolla to Shilt Hut

• Enjoy breakfast consisting of paratha, bread with jam and butter, tea/coffee/milk, and fresh fruits.
• Decide where to camp for the day - Rolla or Shilt Hut - depending on your comfort. It is better to leave Rolla in the morning to reach Shilt by lunchtime. It is a 3-4 hour hike. During the climb, you have great chances to observe the colourful endangered Monal and Western Tragopan. As you reach Shilt, the forest gives way to a large meadow. Without the trees, the view becomes clear and lets you discover the Tirthan Valley and some magnificent peaks more than 5000 m high.
• Eat lunch consisting of roti-sabzi with salad.
• Unwind with high tea on reaching Rolla, consisting of soup, tea/coffee, and biscuits.
• Sit around the bonfire and enjoy dinner with starters, a main course, and a sweet dish.

3

Day 03

Return to Gushaini from Rolla or Shilt

• Go for an early morning photography session. For those who wake up early, a scenic sunrise can be observed from Shilt Hut, if camping there.
• Leave for Gushaini after a heavy breakfast, with a packed lunch en route. The trek ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Himalayas trekking guide - Tek Singh
• Porters and cooks
• Breakfast, lunch, high tea, and dinner on all days
• 4-man dome tents
• Sleeping bags with liner
• Sleeping foam mats
• Power banks
• Toilet tent with toiletries
• Bluetooth speaker
• Binoculars and telescope
• Raincoats
• Water purifier
• Other necessary trekking and camping equipment
• Travel kit by Bamboo India
• Personal and tent permit fee
• Receipts will be provided

What's Not Included

• Other transportation costs, including flight, train, bus, or taxi, are not included.
• Dinner on the last day of the trek is not included.
• Tips for any staff.
• Other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions above are not covered.

Know before you go

• Shilt Hut Trek (Gushaini-Rolla-Shilt-Gushaini): The Shilt Hut trek is a rather moderate to easy trek with spectacular scenic beauty. Bird lovers can spot many exquisite species of birds, like the colourful Western Tragopan and Monal. On reaching Shilt, a vast meadow awaits, wrapping the earth like a natural carpet. Here, you can spectate the mighty mountains in their full demeanour; the highest can reach up to 5000 m.
• Absolute prohibitions within GHNP
• No firearms, weapons, bows and arrows, or firecrackers.
• No kindling fires (except cooking fires) or smoking.
• No shouting, teasing, or chasing wild animals.
• No molesting or feeding animals.
• No electronic radios, tape recorders, or speakers (except within a rest house and only at a low pitch).
• No parties.
• No fishing or hunting.
• No damaging or removal of any wildlife tree, display signs, or the boundary marks of the park/sanctuary.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

To be confirmed while booking

Tour start

Gushaini, Himachal Pradesh 175123, India

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.