Barot – Unexplored himalaya

₹10,000 - ₹12,000

Barot Valley is a small, scenic valley located in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, about 65 km from Mandi town and 40 km from Joginder Nagar.
Pristine mountain scenery
Uhl River & trout fishing
Shanan Hydroelectric Project
Trekking routes (Rajgundha, Billing)
Villages & peaceful Himachali culture

Arrival & Local Exploration
Morning:
- Arrive in Barot (nearest major towns: Mandi ~65 km, Palampur ~66 km, or Joginder Nagar ~35 km).
- Check in at your homestay or riverside camp — Barot has cozy stays like The Trout Valley Homestay, Nirvana Camps, or Rajgundha Valley Camps.
- Freshen up and have breakfast with a view of the Uhl River.
Afternoon:
- Explore Barot Village – stroll along the Uhl River, visit the hydropower project (Shanan Power House, built by the British).
- Walk to the Barot Trout Fish Farm, see how local fish are bred, and enjoy freshly cooked trout for lunch.
Evening:
- Short hike to Luhandi Village or Barot Bridge for golden hour views.
- Enjoy a bonfire by the river (many stays arrange this).
- Dinner & overnight stay in Barot.

Morning:

Early breakfast, then start your trek to Rajgundha Village (about 6–7 km moderate trek, 3–4 hours).
- Route: Barot → Badagran → Rajgundha.
- You can also drive till Badagran and trek from there.
Enjoy scenic views of meadows, pine forests, and small Himachali villages.

Afternoon:

Lunch at Rajgundha (you can carry packed food or eat at a local dhaba).
Relax by the meadows, explore the wooden village houses, and meet locals.
Optionally, extend the trek to Kukkar Gundha (about 2 km extra, very scenic).

Evening:

Return to Barot (same route) or camp overnight in Rajgundha (if you prefer adventure).
Dinner and overnight stay (Barot or Rajgundha, depending on plan).

Morning:

Breakfast with mountain views.
Visit Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary (short drive/hike from Barot) – great for spotting Himalayan monals, ghorals, and scenic forest walks.
Enjoy some quiet time by the river — perfect for photography and reflection.

Afternoon:

Lunch at a local eatery.
Check out and depart for your onward journey (Joginder Nagar / Mandi / Palampur).