The 12 Best Dharamsala Hiking Tours

1.Hiking Day Tour to Triund from Dharamshala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $31Our pick

Walk from McLeod Ganj to Triund on a marked, steep trail through oak, rhododendron, and deodar forest. A local English-speaking guide stays with you, and the route takes about three to four hours uphill. At the ridge, look across the Dhauladhar peaks and Kangra Valley before returning by the same path or via Bhagsu Nag.

“The view from the top is beautiful—highly recommend! We only had a few days in Dharamshala so this day tour was perfect for us. Mr. Onkar was a great tour guide, knowledgable and adjusted the pace to fit our needs. It took us shy of 5 Read more”

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2.Triund Trek with Manu Adventures India

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $27Cheapest way up

You hike from Bhagsu Nag to Triund with Manu Adventures India, climbing for about four hours through oak, rhododendron, and deodar forest. Guides such as Ranu and Anuj lead the group, with tents, sleeping mats, dinner, breakfast, tea, and sunrise views included. It is a social, moderately demanding introduction to Himalayan camping.

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3.Triund Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · from $28

Hike from McLeod Ganj toward Triund with a local guide, sleep in a supplied tent, and enjoy dinner and breakfast above Dharamshala. Guides such as Sunny and Aniket Jamwal have led past departures. The route suits first-time hikers, though the climb still calls for steady footwear, warm layers, and a reasonable level of fitness.

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4.Hiking Day Tour to Triund from Dharamshala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 7 hours · from $38

Meet your English-speaking guide at McLeod Ganj’s main square or Gallu Devi Temple, then hike 8 km uphill through oak, rhododendron, and deodar forest to Triund’s alpine meadow. Guides such as Ranjit and Onkar set the pace, explain local plants and mountain life, and lead you back by the same trail or toward Bhagsu Nag.

“Great hike! Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful with a group of mixed abilities. He had very good English, was punctual and friendly. He showed us the best spots for a snack or food on the hill.”

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5.Indrahar Pass Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $108

This 3-day Dharamsala trek takes you from McLeod Ganj to Triund and then Snowline, with tent camping, meals, and a trek leader. Guides named in guest feedback include Anil and Ravi. The route is rated easy to moderate overall, but the climb beyond Laka toward Indrahar Pass can be steep.

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6.Laka Glacier Trek with Manu Adventures India

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $74

From Bhagsu Nag, hike through the Dhauladhar mountains to Triund and onward to Laka Got Glacier. You camp for two nights, enjoy broad valley views, and may play in the snow near 3,300 meters. Guides including Manu, Ranji, Ranu, and Shivam have led departures, with food, tea, gear support, and flexible pacing reported on the trek.

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7.Indrahar Pass Trek with Manu Adventures India

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $108

Trek from Bhagsu Nag near McLeodganj to Triund, Laka, Lahesh Cave, and Indrahar Pass at 4,342 meters with Manu Adventures India. You will camp for three nights, eat included meals, and walk through meadows, boulder fields, and steep mountain terrain. Strong fitness is required, and weather can change the plan.

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8.Guided Day Hike to Guna Devi Temple from Mcleodganj

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $31

Meet your English-speaking guide at Naddi Main Square for a six-hour hike to Guna Devi Temple. You’ll cross forest paths, villages, and Bhated Nallah, with views toward the Kangra and Chamba valleys. Guides including Onkar and Ranjit are noted for friendly help and local stories. The hike returns to Naddi and suits walkers ready for uphill sections.

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9.Snowline Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $28

You’ll hike from McLeod Ganj to Snowline, passing Triund Hill before spending a night in a tent with dinner, breakfast, sleeping gear, and a washroom tent provided. An experienced trek leader is included, though the meeting time needs checking because the schedule gives both 8 AM and 10 AM.

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10.Kareri Lake Trek & Indrahar Pass Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $76

You’ll trek privately from Dharamsala to Kareri Lake over three days, camping at Rioti and the lake. Guides such as Vijay lead at your pace, while Akash handles arrangements. Tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, washroom tent, transport, and six meals are included. The title also mentions Indrahar Pass, but the stated route describes Kareri Lake only, so confirm the pass before booking.

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11.Triund Trek & Snow Line Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $28

Trek from Dharamkot to Triund with a guide, lunch, dinner, breakfast, tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, and a washroom tent included. You spend the night above McLeod Ganj with views toward the Dhauladhar Range, then walk back the next day. The trek suits hikers with moderate fitness.

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12.7 Days Dharamsala – Dalai Lama home Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $381

Spend seven days exploring Dharamsala and the Dalai Lama’s home region with a private guide. You’ll visit the temple, hike through pine and rhododendron forests, camp near villages, reach Kunal Pathri Devi Temple, and descend toward Bhagsu Nallah. Sachin handles arrangements, while guide Anil may lead the trek.

“What an amazing experience! Sachin was very easy to communicate with and very efficient at organising the adventure Sky Heaven Resort was very nice and the food is delicious. Very kind staff members too. Anil was a great guide, he is extRead more”

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