How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali – 2023 Updated

Known for widespread snowfall during winters and year round spectacular views of snow capped Himalayan ranges, Hatu Peak is a nice tourist destination.  In this blog, we will share complete knowledge of how to reach Hatu Peak from Manali through different modes.  

Where is Hatu Peak located?

Hatu peak is the highest peak in the region near Narkanda, Rampur of  Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh. Narkanda is located on Hindustan Tibet Road. It is around 65 Km from Shimla after Kufri.

Name of the Place	Hatu Peak ( हाटू शिखर )
State	Himachal Pradesh
District	Shimla
Elevation of Place	3400 m, 11200 feet
Accessibility	By road
Best time to visit	March -June & September to November
Distance from Manali	Around 205 Km

How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali

Reaching Hatu Peak, you need to reach Narkanda, which is connected by road and accessible throughout the year except during heavy snowfall or during heavy rainfall. The distance between Narkanda, Narkanda from Manali is around 200 Km. There are different modes by which one can reach Narkanda.

How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali by Road

There are 2 options to reach Hatu Peak by road.

OPTION – 1 Manali to Hatu Peak Via Jalori Pass (Shortest one – closed in Winters) 

 You can refer to the below table to plan your journey to Narkanda via Jalori Pass.

Sr. No.	Location	Distance (Km)	Elevation (ft)	Elevation (m)	Time  (Hr)
1	Manali	0	6400	1950	00:00
2	Kullu	40	5200	1575	01:00
3	Aut	70	3900	1200	01:45
4	Jalori Pass	115	8700	2650	03:45
5	Anni	145	4100	1250	05:00
6	Narkanda	200	8900	2700	06:45
7	Hatu Peak	207	11200	3400	07:15

OPTION – 2 Manali to Hatu Peak Via Karsog 

Sr. No.	Location	Distance (Km)	Elevation (ft)	Elevation (m)	Time  (Hr)
1	Manali	0	6400	1950	00:00
2	Kullu	40	5200	1575	01:00
3	Aut	70	3900	1200	01:45
4	Mandi	115	2600	800	03:00
5	Sunder Nagar	140	3000	900	03:30
6	Karsog	230	4600	1400	06:30
7	Narkanda	300	8900	2700	09:15
8	Hatu Peak	307	11200	3400	09:45

How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali on a Bus 

There is no direct bus from Manali to Narkanda, the best option is that you need to take a bus to Shimla  and the Shimla to Narkanda and then to Hatu peak. There are many buses from Manali to Shimla.

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	MANALI	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	711	6:00 AM	3:30 PM	9:30 Hrs	KULLU	HIMMANI DELUXE 2X2 OLD	MANALI	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	YES
2	717	7:03 AM	4:15 PM	9:12 Hrs	SHIMLA LOCAL	ORDINARY	MANALI	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	YES
3	812	9:20 AM	7:30 PM	10:10 Hrs	SHIMLA LOCAL	ORDINARY	MANALI	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	YES
4	710	6:20 PM	4:30 AM	10:10 Hrs	KULLU	HIMMANI DELUXE 2X2 OLD	MANALI	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	YES
5	726	7:20 PM	4:30 AM	9:10 Hrs	KEYLONG	ORDINARY	KEYLONG	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	Yes
6	155	9:00 PM	6:10 AM	9:10 Hrs	KULLU	HIMSUTA AC VOLVO / SCANIA 2X2	MANALI	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	YES
7	718	9:30 PM	4:23 AM	6:53 Hrs	SHIMLA RURAL	ORDINARY	MANALI	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	YES

For reaching Narkand, you can read this blog.

 For online booking of buses on the HRTC website kindly Click here

Note: If you are planning to take an offline HRTC bus, kindly confirm the timings from the HRTC Depot office before finalization. Click here to know the phone numbers. 

 How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali on your own Vehicle 

If you can reach Manali in your own Vehicle then reaching Hatu Peak  is not too much difficult a task but it depends on the choice of the route you are taking 

For Option -1 and Option 2

1. The travel time is around 200 KM or more than that so please make sure you start early in the day so that you reach Hatu Peak in the evening..
2. You don’t require a 4X4 vehicle there as the normal vehicle can reach there.
3. In winter there would be snow at Jalori pass so better take the route via Karsog.

How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali on a bike

Kindly consider the below points before planning a trip to Hatu Peak on a bike.

1. Every bike can reach Hatu Peak but prefer a bike with > 150 cc engine.
2. Make your bike fully serviced. 
3. Ride carefully as the road is considered dangerous road
4. Carry rain covers along with as there might be rain at higher reaches.
5. There are many landslide-prone areas that are treacherous during the rainy season.

How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali on a Taxi

Taxis can easily be hired for Narkanda / Hatu Peak  and there are many options available on online platforms. Following key things to be considered while taxing taxis to Narkanda.

1. Drivers should be experienced in traveling in these areas.
2. You can add the Spiti circuit during route -3. 
3. Ground clearance of the Vehicle to be good.
4. Negotiate well before finalization.

How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali by Train

Narkanda and Manali are not connected by train.

How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali by air

Since Narkanda is located inner in the Himalayas, there is no airport nearby. The Last airport is at Buntar Near Kullu and the other at Shimla.

Summary – “How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali”

Let’s summarize what we have understood in this blog  “How to reach Hatu Peak a from Manali ”

• Narkanda is a wonderful travel destination located in the Hatu Peak district of Himachal Pradesh.
• You can reach Hatu Peak by 2 options from Manali.
• Hatu Peak can be reached throughout the year during option 2 .
• Hatu Peak can be reached by self-driven car, bike, taxi, and by Bus.
• Cheapest way to reach Hatu Peak is by the HRTC bus and many options are available.

We hope you have got a good understanding of “How to reach Hatu Peak from Manali ”. If you want to give suggestions on this blog ” please comment.

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