Yulla Kanda Trek
Trip Overview Facts
- World's highest Krishna temple, 12,778 ft
- Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh
- Pandava-era origins per the Mahabharata
- Annual Janmashtami cap-throwing ritual
About Yulla Kanda Trek
Yulla Kanda sits in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Its temple at 12,778 ft is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is the highest of its kind in the world — built by the Pandavas according to the Mahabharata, and the site of the Bushahr royal family's annual Janmashtami cap-throwing ritual.
- World's highest Krishna temple, 12,778 ft
- Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh
- Pandava-era origins per the Mahabharata
- Annual Janmashtami cap-throwing ritual
- Traditional Himachali homestay dinner
- Panoramic mountain views
Day-by-day Schedule
- Drive 4–5 hours.
- Check into the homestay and explore the village.
- Traditional Himachali dinner, optional bonfire. Overnight homestay.
What's Included & What's Not
- All transportationsightseeing and hotel taxes — tolls, parking, fuel and drive allowance
- 2 breakfasts1 lunch and 2 dinners
- Trip captain
- 1 night hotel stay in Tapri
- 24/7 customer support
Eligibility & Fitness
Graded Moderate. Days are built around drives, sightseeing stops and short walks, so a baseline level of everyday fitness is enough — no prior trekking experience is required.
This itinerary is open to travellers aged 12 and above. Travellers with a cardiac history, chronic knee trouble or reduced mobility should tell us at the time of booking so we can plan the pace and the stops around them.
Yulla Kanda Trek Departure Batches
Choose your preferred 3-day departure batch.
How to Reach Yulla Kanda
Bhuntar Airport, Kullu. Fly in to the nearest airport, then continue by shared or private cab.
Chandigarh (CDG) / Pathankot. Regular overnight trains connect major cities to this junction.
Regular buses & private cabs from Manali/Shimla. Local taxi unions and state transport buses run morning schedules.
Trip Essentials Packing List
- Full-sleeve sweater or jacket
- Hiking pants and shirts
- 2 L water bottle
- Wind and rain-proof jacket
- Slippers
- Warm gloves
- Woollen socks
- Long trousers, shirts and t-shirts — two of each
- 60 L backpack with cover
- Warm inner garments
- Trekking shoes
- Sunglasses
- Cap, hat or balaclava
- Towel
- Headlight
- Camera, memory card and power bank
- Sun lotion, lip salve and cold cream
- Personal medication
- Hiking poles
- Umbrella
- Original ID proof and 2 photographs
Trip Photo Album
Trail, campsite and summit shots from past batches.
Cancellation & Voucher Policy
Cancellations requested 30 days or more prior to the trek start date are eligible for a 90% refund or a 100% voucher credit valid for 1 year.
Cancellations between 15 to 30 days are eligible for a 50% refund or a 100% voucher credit.
Cancellations requested less than 15 days prior to departure are not eligible for refunds or credits. Rations, permits, and guides are fully paid in advance by this point.
Trek Reviews & Videos
"Summiting Yulla Kanda Trek with TripMySoul was a dream come true! The guide team carried oxygen tanks and checked our SpO2 twice daily. Food at high camp was fresh and hot!"
"The campsite management and safety protocols on Yulla Kanda Trek are top notch. Triple-layer sleeping bags kept us warm even at -8°C at night!"
"Joined the Women-Only batch and felt completely safe and empowered! Our female trek leader was super supportive during steep incline sections."
"Clear instructions from base camp to summit ridge. TripMySoul's logistics and transport coordination made the journey seamless."
Trip Article & Written Guide
The Complete Guide to Yulla Kanda Trek: Trail Contours, Campsites & Preparation
Everything you need to know about preparing for Yulla Kanda Trek. Deep-dive analysis of altitude sickness prevention, terrain contours, camp temperature ranges, and gear checklist.
Similar Trips
- World's highest Krishna temple, 12,778 ft
- Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh
- Pandava-era origins per the Mahabharata
- Annual Janmashtami cap-throwing ritual