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- Akshay V11 contributionsCamping at Hatu PeakWe did camping at Hatu peak, the place is offers awesome views. We visited Hatu Mata temple which is just 10 minutes from the camping place. You can also stay at Hatu temple guest houses but no food is available one must cook for self.Visited September 2023Traveled with friendsWritten October 29, 2023
- juliebarrett1964London, United Kingdom410 contributionsWindy road, but stunning views and lovely Hindu temple.Long windy roads, worth the drive, be careful of later than October as weather cold and we were at 3,500 ft, sometimes hard to breath. Beautiful Hindu temple . . able to visit. . . scenery magnificent. Places to stop en route for drinks and snacksVisited October 2023Traveled with familyWritten November 24, 2023
- Rajat GuptaIndore, India60 contributionsPeaceful and DivineWe visited Hatu Peak in June 2024, the View from the Hatu Peak is mesmerizing and you will get a 360 degree view of the mountains here.. The Hatu Mata Temple is very Serene, Divine and you can feel the Peace inside the Temple. The road to the Hatu Mata Temple is very Narrow so try to hire local taxi or local driver from the Narkanda Main Market.Visited June 2024Traveled with familyWritten June 18, 2024
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Ankur Agarwal
Noida, India96 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
Road to Hatu Peak begins from Narkanda and is a steep tortuous climb of 6 kilometres from around 8000 ft to 11500 ft. Not only that its a single lane road without any railing around the ledge. Road is broken at several places. Few patches in between have a wide road which allows vehicles coming from opposite direction to cross. Many local or egoistic drivers make the ride tougher. However, few drivers are co-operative and realise the fact that one will end up in a log jam if ego is not buried.
On the top there is a plenty of place to park. Hatu Mata temple is serene quiet and area around offers picturesque view of the valleys around and serene snow capped peaks of Himalayas far away. However, there is no outlet for water or snacks. It seems local administration is not interested in developing tourism in this area. One deserted old broken down HPMC store is there covered with cowdung and 1-2 cows grazing in the area.
However its worth going once in lifetime.
Tip-1. Dont go if you have a brand new car as few scratches are definitely bound to be there on this narrow stretch of road. 2. Carry your own water and eatables. 3. Dont litter around and make the area dirty. 4. Avoid going after 3 pm. Better to go between 6 am and 12 noon and return between 2 to 4 pm.
On the top there is a plenty of place to park. Hatu Mata temple is serene quiet and area around offers picturesque view of the valleys around and serene snow capped peaks of Himalayas far away. However, there is no outlet for water or snacks. It seems local administration is not interested in developing tourism in this area. One deserted old broken down HPMC store is there covered with cowdung and 1-2 cows grazing in the area.
However its worth going once in lifetime.
Tip-1. Dont go if you have a brand new car as few scratches are definitely bound to be there on this narrow stretch of road. 2. Carry your own water and eatables. 3. Dont litter around and make the area dirty. 4. Avoid going after 3 pm. Better to go between 6 am and 12 noon and return between 2 to 4 pm.
Written October 23, 2021
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SubhraKanti R
Bengaluru, India81 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Hatu Mata Temple is the main attraction of Narkanda apart from Apple Gardens.
Situated about 12000 ft above sea level, this beautiful temple is located among cool mountain region.
Whatever we came to know from the priest of the temple is that the region was under Tibet in the past.
Gradually it came under Gorkha rule then Nepal then British & lastly to India.
The architecture of the temple clearly confirmed his version. It is not like other Hindu temple. Made of Deodar tree wood with intricate art. Top of the temple has one Dragon face. Unlike Hindu temple, photography is permitted here.
This is the highest place in Narkanda, very large area.
Road to Hatu Mata Temple from the main road is very very dangerous & bad. It is so narrow that two cars cannot pass easily. One has to go back until little space is found. There is no fencing. Deep gorge one side, even expert drivers also scared. Sometimes road is not metalled. All 7 kms from main road should be made good by the government. For the time being, alternately cars can be released from both ends.
Huge number of devotees with big size cars are moving in this road. Anytime accident can happen.
Situated about 12000 ft above sea level, this beautiful temple is located among cool mountain region.
Whatever we came to know from the priest of the temple is that the region was under Tibet in the past.
Gradually it came under Gorkha rule then Nepal then British & lastly to India.
The architecture of the temple clearly confirmed his version. It is not like other Hindu temple. Made of Deodar tree wood with intricate art. Top of the temple has one Dragon face. Unlike Hindu temple, photography is permitted here.
This is the highest place in Narkanda, very large area.
Road to Hatu Mata Temple from the main road is very very dangerous & bad. It is so narrow that two cars cannot pass easily. One has to go back until little space is found. There is no fencing. Deep gorge one side, even expert drivers also scared. Sometimes road is not metalled. All 7 kms from main road should be made good by the government. For the time being, alternately cars can be released from both ends.
Huge number of devotees with big size cars are moving in this road. Anytime accident can happen.
Written April 22, 2022
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Globe trotter
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates331 contributions
Jul 2021
Its a popular tourist spot for viewing the Himalayas particularly from the 3,300m high Hatu Peak.
But it is observed that tour organizers are reluctant to take tourists to this place. They say, its a narrow road, very small cars can go, its muddy, slippery, and so many reasons...
You are new to the place, you generally surrender to what they tell, if you force them to take you, they will create hell lot of problems to make your trip miserable. Most tour operators use this modus operandi.
But it is observed that tour organizers are reluctant to take tourists to this place. They say, its a narrow road, very small cars can go, its muddy, slippery, and so many reasons...
You are new to the place, you generally surrender to what they tell, if you force them to take you, they will create hell lot of problems to make your trip miserable. Most tour operators use this modus operandi.
Written August 14, 2021
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Gaurav M
Chandigarh, India63 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Hatu was in my list when i planned for Narkanda.
This is close to 6 to 8 kms from Narkanda town.
Road is narrow but car can go if you are confident and have experience of driving the narrow road.
Other option is to hire local taxi may charge 50 to 100 Rs per person and it depends on taxi availability and your negotiation skills.
If you are interested for trekking then you can take that if your health always and you can do steep climb.
On the top once you reach you can visit hatu temple , bheem chula and awesome 360 view of Himalaya snow covered mountains.
I was not that lucky to get mountains view as it was foggy.
Best season to visit when there is snow there known for skiing and other such activities.
This is close to 6 to 8 kms from Narkanda town.
Road is narrow but car can go if you are confident and have experience of driving the narrow road.
Other option is to hire local taxi may charge 50 to 100 Rs per person and it depends on taxi availability and your negotiation skills.
If you are interested for trekking then you can take that if your health always and you can do steep climb.
On the top once you reach you can visit hatu temple , bheem chula and awesome 360 view of Himalaya snow covered mountains.
I was not that lucky to get mountains view as it was foggy.
Best season to visit when there is snow there known for skiing and other such activities.
Written September 6, 2021
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Rajat Gupta
Indore, India60 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
We visited Hatu Peak in June 2024, the View from the Hatu Peak is mesmerizing and you will get a 360 degree view of the mountains here.. The Hatu Mata Temple is very Serene, Divine and you can feel the Peace inside the Temple. The road to the Hatu Mata Temple is very Narrow so try to hire local taxi or local driver from the Narkanda Main Market.
Written June 18, 2024
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Dentisttravels
5 contributions
Dec 2019
Awsome place, beautiful view with a few paid excursion activities but if you are carrying your kids, please don't plan a visit.
If you are accompanying your kids, please don't drive at the stretch. I drove a duster till that point and believe me it was really scary, especially downhill. Road is narrow, there are only 2-3 points where another car can pass through, else one has to reverse a long, narrow and scary stretch.
But, if you are a Real Driver, and not scared of such drives, then its another big experiencing track for you.
Though We could not reach the peak, as it was a 3 km trek on glassy ice road, with our 2 year old kid, we decide to return to the parking area and enjoyed the view and activities with Tea and Maggi, there only.
Overall, a good experience, our kid also enjoyed playing in the snow there. :)
If you are accompanying your kids, please don't drive at the stretch. I drove a duster till that point and believe me it was really scary, especially downhill. Road is narrow, there are only 2-3 points where another car can pass through, else one has to reverse a long, narrow and scary stretch.
But, if you are a Real Driver, and not scared of such drives, then its another big experiencing track for you.
Though We could not reach the peak, as it was a 3 km trek on glassy ice road, with our 2 year old kid, we decide to return to the parking area and enjoyed the view and activities with Tea and Maggi, there only.
Overall, a good experience, our kid also enjoyed playing in the snow there. :)
Written January 1, 2020
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bijal m
1 contribution
Apr 2023
We visited Hatu Peak with a Driver from HP and with many years of driving experience and we saw most of the cars having very narrow escapes as the road is very narrow and it has been thrown open for cars coming in both directions. The Himachal Pradesh Government must immediately act on this issue as it is very very dangerous and risky and we saw so many cars on the edge when there were cars coming from both sides. Wonder why did they open it for cars when it was suitable for Trekkers.
Hatu Peak is beautiful but full of cars and minivans and the smell of burning of clutch and break as cars come from both sides all the time. Do climb up the peak and leave your cars behind if you wish to avoid any risks. We were so scared that we wanted to just reach back to the base of the mountain safely
Hatu Peak is beautiful but full of cars and minivans and the smell of burning of clutch and break as cars come from both sides all the time. Do climb up the peak and leave your cars behind if you wish to avoid any risks. We were so scared that we wanted to just reach back to the base of the mountain safely
Written April 10, 2023
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Yad Dhillon
Firozpurr District, India54 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
Shimla trip without visiting Hatu Peak is incomplete. Although little away from Shimla 60 km, its must visit site for travelers who love nature and its beauty. You can have clear view of Himalya range.
All covered with snow in winter, it gives beautiful view of mountain tops.
All covered with snow in winter, it gives beautiful view of mountain tops.
Written December 9, 2020
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Prabir G
Kolkata (Calcutta), India3,181 contributions
Dec 2024 • Friends
Location: 7 km from Narkanda
Opening Hours: No fixed hours. But not advisable after dark
Travelling Mode: Car not bigger than Innova.
Local cab charges ₹800 to both way with 1 hour waiting
Description: It is the highest place about 11152 feet above sea level. The area is surrounded with conifer trees like cordles, maple, pine trees. At the highest point there is a wooden temple of Kalimata, known popularly as Hatu Mata Temple. There is a walking trail for the trekkers as well. You can get unobstructed views panoramic view of Pir Panjal, Dahauladhar ranges. We visited the place in December on a bright shining day. We got a clear panoramic view of the range. The temple was in very serene and calm environment and we visited Kalimata.
A must visit of you are visiting Narkanda or Thanedar.
Opening Hours: No fixed hours. But not advisable after dark
Travelling Mode: Car not bigger than Innova.
Local cab charges ₹800 to both way with 1 hour waiting
Description: It is the highest place about 11152 feet above sea level. The area is surrounded with conifer trees like cordles, maple, pine trees. At the highest point there is a wooden temple of Kalimata, known popularly as Hatu Mata Temple. There is a walking trail for the trekkers as well. You can get unobstructed views panoramic view of Pir Panjal, Dahauladhar ranges. We visited the place in December on a bright shining day. We got a clear panoramic view of the range. The temple was in very serene and calm environment and we visited Kalimata.
A must visit of you are visiting Narkanda or Thanedar.
Written December 6, 2024
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Pushkar Sinha
New Delhi, India801 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
The trek is long 7kms. There is a road that leads directly to Hatu Mata mandir, so technically its not a trek. You can hire a taxi and visit the temple within 2 hrs. However, we chose to trek all the way upto the temple. There are lots of cars and taxis on the toad that makes walking difficult. We took some off road routes that made it look like a trek. However the views from top are amazing. Not to be missed.
Written May 1, 2022
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Planning to visit Narkanda in the end of May this year. Want to take a local taxi for climbing up the Hatu peak. We are a 5 member family.Can the taxis accommodate 5 passengers? If not how do we manage?
Written February 27, 2020
In the month of May whether will be pleasant & yes you can hire a taxi but as you are a 5 members please hire Innova for the safety.
Written February 28, 2020
Is it safe to go with a two wheeler instead of 4 wheeler? I have some experience of riding on hilly terrains.
Written January 9, 2020
Never tried .. but for hatu peak ... it’s very slippery road full of snow ... it could be dangerous ...
Written January 10, 2020
How much does it cost to rent a taxi from narkanda to hatu peak
Written September 27, 2019
We took a cab from Club Mahindra Naldehra to Hatu Peak. It costed us 3K for the entire days trip. The driver was amazing and the ride to the peak was thrilling. The narrow path to the peak cannot accommodate two cars side by side, it was really a nail biting experience to give room to other cars on the same narrow path.
Written October 9, 2019
How much does it costs to visit the peak via taxi from Shimla?
Written May 13, 2019
Is butchcraft camping can be done near the mountains of peak ??
Written April 20, 2019
Is it butchcraft or bushcraft? If it is bushcraft then yes it can be done near the peaks.
Written April 20, 2019
I am travelling to longhua district in shenzen China next week.
Can anyone suggest me if there is any vagetarian restaurant available in this place?
Written April 11, 2019
Can anyone suggest me good homestay or hotel in narkanda within 2000 per night
Written December 25, 2018
You can book PWD rest house at Narkanda. contact no. 01782240075. Pls check the room availability. Also you can can book several hotels online or after arriving at Narkanda itself.
Written December 25, 2018
I am planning narkanda, hatu peak trip in December end.. Suggest me if it is good time to trip their or not?
Written December 23, 2018
Possible snow this time due to early winters. Hence the vehicle may not be able to climb up. But u may enjoy the most of it.
Written December 24, 2018
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