Rupin Pass vs Buran Ghati: the numbers
| Rupin Pass | Buran Ghati | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest point | 4,650 m | 4,575 m |
| Days on trail | 8 days | 8 days |
| Difficulty | Moderate–hard | Moderate–hard |
| Region | Uttarkashi–Kinnaur, Himachal | Shimla–Kinnaur, Himachal |
| Best months | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | May–Jun, Sep–Oct |
| Also possible | – | – |
| Peaks in view | Kinnaur Kailash | Kinnaur Kailash, Jorkanden, Karuntu Dhar |
| 3D route | Fly the Rupin Pass trail → | Fly the Buran Ghati trail → |
Rupin Pass goes 75 m higher (4,650 m against 4,575 m). Both are graded Moderate–hard. Both are at their best in May–Jun, Sep–Oct. The trailheads are about 15 km apart in a straight line.
