Why you'll love this
- 12 km through Parvati Valley pine forest
- Natural sulphur hot spring at the top
- Camping at 2,960 m
- Nakthan → Rudra Nag → Kheerganga trail
- Small groups
Overview
Kheerganga is the Parvati Valley classic — a 12 km round trip that ends at a natural sulphur hot spring meadow at 2,960 m. Camping is basic but the hot spring after the climb is unforgettable. Best April–June and September–November; avoid monsoon (landslides).
Getting to Kullu: most travellers reach Kullu, the base town for this experience, by road. Compare verified one-way cab fares for Udhampur to Kullu taxi (from ₹7,200), Gurdaspur to Kullu taxi (from ₹5,450) and Batala to Kullu taxi (from ₹6,100), or see all Himachal taxi routes.
Taxi to Kullu — reach the Kheerganga Trek with Hot Springs base
All taxi routes →Book a one-way or round-trip cab to Kullu, the base for Kheerganga Trek with Hot Springs. Verified sedan fares; SUV and tempo traveller available for groups.
- Udhampur to Kullu taxi fare287.8 km · approx 7 h drive₹7,200sedan est.
- Gurdaspur to Kullu taxi fare217.3 km · approx 5 h drive₹5,450sedan est.
- Batala to Kullu taxi fare243.9 km · approx 6 h drive₹6,100sedan est.
- Rupnagar to Kullu taxi fare166.4 km · approx 4 h drive₹4,150sedan est.
- Zirakpur to Kullu taxi fare200.9 km · approx 5 h drive₹5,000sedan est.
- Kathua to Kullu taxi fare211.6 km · approx 5 h drive₹5,300sedan est.
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Detailed itinerary
- 1
Barshaini trailhead
- 2
Kheerganga camp
- 3
Descent
What's included
Included
- Guide
- Tent + sleeping bag
- Dinner + breakfast
- First-aid kit
Not included
- Transport to Barshaini
- Meals en route
- Personal gear
Meeting point & pickup
Meeting point: Barshaini Bus Stand, Parvati Valley
Safety & rules
AMH/NIM-certified trek leaders with wilderness first-aid. Group size capped for safety. First-aid kit, oximeter, and emergency communication carried by lead guide. Free reschedule for weather or landslide closures. High-altitude treks include acclimatization day and evacuation protocol.
Best time to go
Requirements
Book a taxi to get here
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