Borasu pass

It is actually the traversing of Borasu glacier, and a unique high altitude trek that connects the state of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Before the roads arrived, these were the high altitude trails of travelers and traders – the best route either in terms of distance or difficulty. It is one of the finest treks of the Himalayas offering a multitude of adventure, culture, wildlife, flora and diversity. Mountaineers looking for an offbeat Himalayan trail pass can look up to Borasu pass trek as one of the best possible options.

Primarily, the terrain for Borasu pass is through moraine zone, scree & boulder and snow slopes at the higher altitude. The trekker would trudge through the snow fields and might have to use ropes and support for safe trespassing through this fragile Himalayan wonderland. The trekkers strictly need to follow the mountaineering guidelines and go on this trek with ample preparations. The trek would last for 9-10 days, and ration, gears have to expertly calculated and carried. Unless you are pro mountaineer, please take help of a mountaineering company for this Borasu pass expedition.

The Borasu pass allows you to go through some very pristine landscape and your brush with the hidden culture of this valley in the Himalayas. There are some amazing villages like Gengar, Oslo on the trek route, and you must not miss the opportunity to visit these places and interact with local people. They are extremely friendly and cooperate with you. Moreover, you get to witness a package of west Uttarakhand peaks such as Swargarohini, Black Peak, and Bandarpunchamongst others.

BORASU PASS TREK DETAILS

• Difficulty: CHALLENGING
• Distance: 70km
• Max Altitude: 5300+ m
• Trek Duration: 11-12 Days
• Location: Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, India
• Best time:mid-May till mid-June and mid-September till October
• Nearest international Airport: New Delhi, India
• Nearest Domestic Airport: Dehradun, India

Equipment Checklist for Borasu Pass Trek

• Footwear: Trekking Boots (snow and water proof), normal walking boots, and floaters. Few pairs of warm/woolen socks. Crampon may be needed by some participants.
• Luggage: Backpack (50-60 liters), Daypack (20-30 ltr), Duffel bag.
• Clothes: Waterproof breathable jacket & pants, Jacket (synthetic or fleece of down feather), insulated pants (Synthetic), Poncho, Sweatshirt, inner thermal (upper & lower), fleece, t-shirts, cotton trekking pants, shorts.
  * clothing as per the season/weather
• Gear for Hand & Head: Liner glove, Bandanna, Sun hat, Woolen caps, Face mask etc.
• Accessories: Sunglasses/Goggles, anti-glare glasses, water bottle, hydra pack, Headlamp with spare bulb and extra batteries.
• Trekking Gears: Emergency tool kit.
• Protection and First-Aid: Sunscreen, toiletry kit, water purification tablets, Zip-lock bags, ear plugs, first-aid and all essential medicines.
• Camping Equipment: Tents (4 Season), Sleeping bags (extreme -15 to +5 Celsius) with liner, trekking poles, etc.