The Chandrakhani Pass Trek (3N/4D) links Naggar village in Kullu Valley to the remote Malana Valley via a 3,660m pass. The trek season runs May–October with a monsoon dip in July. June is the peak wildflower month; September delivers post-monsoon crystal clarity. The trek starts from Naggar (home to Roerich Museum and Naggar Castle) and descends into the mysterious Malana village.
Complete Calendar
Month-by-Month Guide
| Month | Status | Weather | Crowds | Price | Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Closed | Heavy snow · Pass buried · Naggar road difficult | No trekkers | N/A | — | Trek closed. Winter snow covers the entire route above 2,000m. |
| February | Closed | Deep snow · Extreme cold · Inaccessible | No trekkers | N/A | — | Trek closed. Forest trail buried under winter snowpack. |
| March | Closed | Snow melting on lower trail · Pass still inaccessible | No trekkers | N/A | — | Trek closed. Season opens in May once snow fully clears from pass. |
| April | Closed | Residual snow on upper trail · Unstable conditions | No trekkers | N/A | — | Trek closed. Pass may still have dangerous snow. Season starts in May. |
| May | Open | 5°C–22°C · Clear · Apple blossoms in Kullu Valley | Low-Moderate | Standard pricing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Season opens. Excellent conditions — clear pass, spring flowers, pleasant temperatures. |
| June | Open | 10°C–26°C · Warm and clear · Pre-monsoon window | Moderate | Standard pricing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Best month — wildflower peak, warm meadows, long days. Book 4 weeks ahead. |
| July | Open | 14°C–24°C · Monsoon rain · Wet slippery trail | Low | Low pricing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Possible but wet — lush green trail, leeches on lower sections. Experienced trekkers only. |
| August | Closed | Heavy rain · Slippery trail · Rock fall risk on Malana descent | No trekkers | N/A | — | Trek closed. Peak monsoon — Malana gorge trail becomes dangerous. |
| September | Open | 8°C–22°C · Post-monsoon clearing · Crystal clear by late Sep | Moderate | Standard pricing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Best autumn month — post-monsoon clarity, emerald meadows, exceptional views. Highly recommended. |
| October | Open | 3°C–18°C · Crisp and dry · Autumn gold forests | Low-Moderate | Standard pricing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Good conditions — golden forest trail, dry paths, crisp air. Season closes late October. |
| November | Closed | Snow on upper trail · Cold · Pass becoming unsafe | No trekkers | N/A | — | Trek closed. First snowfall closes the pass. Season ends in late October. |
| December | Closed | Heavy snow · Inaccessible | No trekkers | N/A | — | Trek closed for winter. |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
June is the prime month for wildflowers and warm meadows; September is equally stunning with post-monsoon clarity. Both months offer fully accessible pass conditions, comfortable temperatures, and clear summit views towards Deo Tibba and the Pir Panjal range.
Yes — at 3,660m and 3N/4D, Chandrakhani is one of the more accessible pass treks in Himachal Pradesh. Good fitness is required for the steep ascent from Naggar, but no prior Himalayan trekking experience is mandatory.
Yes — the classic route descends from Chandrakhani Pass into Malana Valley. Malana is a unique village with its own dialect and customs. Visitors must follow strict cultural rules: do not touch village walls, buildings, or residents. Junegiri Yatra briefed all participants on Malana customs before arrival.
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