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- 3 Days 2 Nights
- Difficulty - Easy
Located at an altitude of 14,100 feet, Bhrigu Lake is a high-altitude Himalayan lake near Manali. The lake is said to be sacred as it is believed that Maharishi Bhrigu used to meditate near the lake. Bhrigu Lake trek is also famous for its grasslands that stretch out as far as eyes can see. That’s why this trek is the most captivating short trek in the Himalayas
On your Bhrigu Lake trek package, you’ll enter the lush alpine meadows right after 15 mins of trek which looks like an endless green carpet. Pass through the trail covered with cedar, birch, and brown oak trees. The lake rests between two high-altitude ridges and offers stunning panoramic views of Mt Hanuman Tibba, Deo Tibba, Indrasen, along with Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges
Note- If you are a group of 4 or more people, the trek can be organized anyday
Quick info
Bhrigu Lake trek distance: 20 k
Bhrigu Lake temperature: 6 - 18°C in summers and 1 - 6°C in winter
Bhrigu Lake trek best time to visit: May to Octobe
Bhrigu Lake height: 14,100 f
Bhrigu Lake trek difficulty level: Easy
Highlights
•Go on an unforgettable trekking experience to an alpine lake that attracts thousands of trekkers every year
•Trek through scenic meadows and forest with amazing views of snow-capped Himalayas
•An adventure trip to a high altitude alpine lake via a relatively easy trek route.
•Enjoy camp stay, experience bonfire at night, and relax in the peace and serenity of the mountains.
Trek
Tents
Lunch, Dinner
The group will assemble in Manali at 9:00 am in the morning
It takes around 30 mins to reach from Manali to Bhrigu Lake trek starting point
After a quick briefing session with the trek guide, start your Bhrigu Lake trek Manali
Trek for 5 km which will take around 4-5 hours
The gradient of the trail is steep throughout with some long flat stretches
Walk through the lush green meadows and dense forests of silver oak
Reach the campsite and have lunch
Evening is free for leisure and to acclimatize better, soak into the beautiful views all around and spend some fun time with fellow travelers
Have dinner and retire for the night in camps.
Trek
Tents
All Meals
On the second day, you have a long trek ahead of you so starting early is advisable. Leave after breakfast with your packed lunches and start your trek towards the lake as the trail passes green meadows
Even in the summer months of April, May and early June these meadows are snow-covered. Near the lake, the path is through boulders and loose rocks
Trek for 5 km to reach the lake which will take around 3-4 hours
Have your packed lunch near the lake and treat your eyes with the amazing view of high Himalayan peaks such as Deo Tibba, Indraasan, Hanuman Tibba, and Friendship Peak
After spending some time at the Bhrigu Lake, start your trek back to Roli Kholi
Enjoy the soothing scenery of the beautiful snow capped mountains as you descend
Upon reaching the campsite, have your dinner and rest for the day in camps under the sky full of stars.
Trek
Stay Not Applicable
Breakfast
Get up in the morning and enjoy your hot and fresh breakfast
Post breakfast, starts a downhill trek to Gulaba and the trek ends at the road head of Gulaba
You will then be driven to Manali to end your trip.
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Inclusions
- 2 nights stay in tents
- Pick up and drop from Manali
- Services of experienced and qualified lead guide qualification in first aid
- All meals during camping on the trek, starting from lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 3
- Kitchen equipment, cook and helper and all the camping arrangements
- Wildlife/environmental and other permits
Exclusions
- Personal essentials
- Equipment - Gumboots, trekking poles, etc.
- Insurance - Personal and travel insurances.
- Beverage - Mineral water bottles/bottled or canned beverages.
- Snacks - Chocolate, dry fruits, protein or nutrition bar.
- In case if your trek remains incomplete or uninitiated because of "force majeure" or by personal choice after you arrive at the starting point, you will not be able to get a refund, reschedule or replace any services that remain unutilized by you.
- Any additional cost incurred due to changes in government guidelines related to travel/trek/COVID-19 will be borne by the trekkers.
- Loading and unloading of personnel luggage.
- Anything that is not mentioned in inclusions.
THINGS TO CARRY
- Rucksack (Min 55 Ltrs with rain cover)
- Trekking Shoes, Floaters or Sandals
- Quick Dry Tees
- Track Pants
- Cotton socks
- Pair of woolen socks
- Rain jacket or Poncho
- 1 Full Sleeves Sweater or Fleece Jacket,1 Heavy Jacket, 1 Pair of Thermal
- Quick-dry towel
- Windproof Jacket
- Woolen Cap
- Gloves
- Sun Cap
- Scarf
- Lip Balm
- Cold Cream & SunScreen (SPF 40+)
- Packed food
- Water Bottle 1
- Powerbank
- Headlamp or torch with fresh pair of batteries
- Personal Toiletries
- Personal Basic Medical Kit
- Sunglasses
- People who use spectacles (Use Photochromic glasses instead of contact lenses)
- Trekking Pole
- Extra Polythene
PICKUP LOCATIONS
HOW TO REACH
By Road :- Roads connect Manali to different places including Delhi, Chandigarh, Dehradun and Ambala. There are several private buses as well that connect the hill station with different part of the state
By Air :- The nearest airport is at Bhuntar, located approximately 50 kilometres away from Manali. Domestic flights connect Bhuntar with Delhi and Chandigarh. Once at the airport, you can take a taxi to Manali
By Train:- The closest train station to Manali is Ambala Cantt, which is 200 km away. Another option is to get a train to Chandigarh, which is 250 km away. Ambala Cantt is on the Delhi Amritsar route.
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Policy and Terms
- If cancellation is made 30 days before the date of travel, 25% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation is made 15 to 30 days before the date of travel, 50% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation is made 0 to 15 days before the date of travel, 100% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days
Frequest Questions
Q: How is Bhrigu Lake weather throughout the year?
A: The weather at the lake varies in all seasons. The Bhrigu Lake temperature during summers hovers around 20-25 degrees in the daytime and falls to 5-7 degrees at night. In winter the temperature gets lower with 10-15 degrees around daytime and nearly 0 to -7 degrees at night. Almost half a year the lake remains frozen, and travelers can enjoy the sight of snow even during the early summer time.
Q: Where is Bhrigu Lake situated?
A: Bhrigu Lake is situated near Manali in Himachal Pradesh. The Bhrigu Lake height is 14,100 ft. The nearest village from which Bhrigu Lake trekking starts is Gulaba village that is located at a distance of 10 km from Manali.
Q: Can we do Bhrigu Lake trek in December?
A: No, the month of December experiences heavy snowfall making it difficult for people to complete the trek safely. Therefore you should not be taking up this trek during this month. While the months of August to October are the best months to go for this trek.
Q: What is the maximum distance of Bhrigu Lake from Manali?
A: In this trek package, you will be picked up from Manali and transferred to the starting point of the trek i.e. Gulaba. From Gulaba, the total Bhrigu Lake trek distance is 20 km. You will also be accompanied by guides who will keep guiding and motivating you throughout the journey.
Q: Is this Bhrigu Lake trek Manali safe for girls?
A: Absolutely. The safety of girls is of foremost importance to us. We always create a friendly environment for everyone on the trek. All our guides and other support crew are carefully chosen for your trips who are very experienced and reliable.
Q: What type of shoes are required for the Manali to Bhrigu Lake trek package?
A: The best suited shoes for this trek route are the ones that are breathable and light in weight. Also, ankle support is a very important thing to take care of while buying the perfect pair of shoes. You can go for brands like- Decathlon, Wildcraft, Quechua, etc. In the winters, you’ll require gators or gumboots which you can rent from the base village
Q: Tell me about the guides who will be accompanying me.
A: The Bhrigu Lake trekking is led by professional trek leaders who have completed basic and advanced mountaineering courses. There will be one guide who leads the group and another guide who will be walking at the end of the group making sure of the safety of the whole group.
Q: Is this trek good for solo travelers?
A: Yes, the Bhrigu Lake Manali trek package is a perfect pick for all solo travelers. The difficulty level of this trek is easy to moderate and the guides will always be there to help you whenever needed.
Q: What kind of meals are provided on this trek?
A: Freshly cooked vegetarian food is provided on the trek which is recommended in the mountains.
Q: What is the type of accommodation in Bhrigu Lake trek?
A: This is a 3-day trek. Accommodation will be in tents on all the days and each tent will be shared by the trekkers.
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