Kheerganga.

Kheerganga ( Kheer Ganga) in Parvati valley of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh

offers a mystical journey into woods and is one of gifted abode for Natural Sulphur Hot

water springs. The valley offers beautiful view of Parvati River and the Glacier of Lahaul

Spiti. The valley echoes of mystical power of nature and has lot to offer to the travelers.

Introduction:

Kheerganga or Kheer Ganga  as the name suggest is Ganga River ( the Ganges River) as

White as a Kheer (an Indian sweet dish made from milk and Rice) The name Kheerganga

came due to the milky waters of the river flowing in all its vastness and its streams

flowing into Parvati valley from all sides of the mountain. The valley is so abundant in

water resource that there is Hydel Power Project coming up in the village of BARSHIANI.

Kheerganga is a hidden gem, Very few people know about this place, its beauty lies in

being untouched!

Kheerganga is a small village in slopes of mountains. The other side of the mountain

opens towards Lahaul Spiti valley. There are lots of popular treks in the area but

Kheerganga is THE place to trek amid nature and and relax along with Hot spring baths.

Kheerganga trek starts from village Barsheni which is motorable from popular religious

place of Sikhs – Manikaran. Its a 22 km stretch in the mountains from Manikaran with

Untouched nature and simple village landscapes.

The trek has lots of interesting spots enroute like a Shiv Temple, Rudra Naag Waterfall

and lots of interesting rock formations. It also offer variety of flora on the way to

Kheerganga and one can even trek towards Pin Parvati pass from this area. The Pin

valley is well known for snow leopards and other secured wild life. Kheerganga is

infamous for Charas ( Marijuana) as there is lot of cultivation of it in this area.

Orientation:

Kheerganga (altitude 9700 ft) is located in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. The place

is well connected by road.One can reach by road using public transport Taxi / Bus or car

easily. One can reach Chandigarh ad from there on to Chandigarh Manali Highway. Once

you reach Bhunter, which also has an Airport, Kheerganga is 45 km by road. The route

towards Kheerganga passes through Jari , Kasol and Manikaran.

The nearest village accessible by road is Barshaini/Barsheni and one can plan a

overnight stay at Kasol or Mainikaran with all facilities. Though Barshaini village do

have guest houses but a basic one with little resources.

While driving from Chandigarh it takes 5-6 Hrs to reach Bhuntar and another 2-3 hrs to

Barshaini./ Barsheni The road is excellent till Bhuntar and after Bhuntar it is single road

with reasonable built quality. You will love the drive to barshaini as it traverse along

with Parvati River and sound of Flowing water sums up a distinct tranquility to your

mood and experience. On the way you’ll get lots of restaurant and hotels. My Personal

spot to stay overnite is Kasol. In Kasol, you will find all kind of cuisines. Kasol offers good

stay , varied meals and excellent River view. The walk along the Parvati River is

mesmerizing. You would find lots of Israelis and hippies in the area of Kasol and

Kheerganga.

Google Map of Kheerganga ( Also Known as Khirganga):

Drive route to Kheerganga Base  (Barshaini/Manikaran) From Chandigarh: