Bhrigu Lake Trek From Kolang 2024
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Trip Overview
Looking forward to trek to a high altitude glacial lake? Though most of the high altitude lakes require at least 4-5 days of trekking, Bhrigu Lake which is just a 3-day trek away from Manali. located at a height of 4,300 meters (14,100 ft), Bhrigu Lake is a high altitude lake in Himachal Pradesh.
Highlights
- A perfect three-day high altitude trek to a majestic glacial lake.
- Guaranteed departure for even two members.
- No Hidden Charges: All inclusive price with no hassle of paying on multiple occasions during the trip.
- Changing Facility: A free facility for changing and keeping your extra luggage at the reporting location.
- Personalized Care: Small batch sizes for individual focus.
- Part Payment: Reserve spot with booking amount, Pay balance online later.
Detailed overview
Bhrigu Lake trek is to the east of Rohtang pass in Manali and is an ideal destination for all the nature lovers. Amidst the trek you can see fabulous views of Manali and Solang Valley; a walk over snow-covered path (in winters) till you reach the camp.
The best part of the trek is the changing colour, shape, and texture of the Bhrigu meadows, but it stays with you till your destination that is the beautiful Bhrigu Lake, which is definitely a rare opportunity. In the night, at the campsite when there is peace all around, you can see the sky full of stars such that the stars are visible more than the sky. You can endeavour this kind of celestial view only from a vast open ground from an altitude of around 11,000ft.
Itinerary
Day 1: Report at Kolang, Manali by 10:00 am and Trek to Mori Thatch | 6 KM / 5 Hours Trek
- You will have to report by 10:00 am at Kolang and trek starts at 11:00 am from here. After crossing the Nallah Wooden Bridge, you will reach the camping site which will be a hike of 3-4 hours.
- Mori Thatch is a scenic campsite surrounded by mountains on three sides which gives excellent protection from winds and the site also has a water source which flows close to it.
- The trail to Mori Thatch is fairly easy and takes roughly 3-4 hours to reach. You will be crossing two Himalayan streams - Chor Nallah and Kohli Nallah on the way.
- You will be staying overnight in the tents at Mori Thatch Camping Site.
Day 2: Trek from Mori Thatch to Bhrigu Lake and trek back to Mori Thatch (14,000 ft) | 12 KM / 9 Hours Trek
- On the second day, start the day early and right after breakfast, you will begin trekking towards Bhrigu Lake.
- It takes 3 hours to reach Bhrigu. The support staff will carry packed lunch for you, you may have it on the lakeside. Strictly there should be no littering around the lake.
- As per the locals, Rishi Bhrigu meditated and used to take bath in the holy water of that lake.
- After lunch, you will be trekking downhill to Mori Thatch campsite and then relax for the rest of the day.
- On Day 3, after breakfast, you will trek back to Kolang from Mori Thach.
- Your trek will end here at Kolang.
Basic Details
Inclusions
- Camping in tents on twin/triple sharing basis
- Sleeping Bags and Sleeping Mats
- Nutritious food - All meals during the trek (the usual menu is veg, Eggs/Canned meat can be provided on special request)
- Experienced & Professional Trek Leader/Guides, First Aid.
- Services of a Cook and Support Staff
- Porters or mules to carry common luggage
- Facility to keep you extra luggage at the Reporting Base Camp
- Forest Entry Permits and Camping Charges, if any
Exclusions
- Any expense not specified in the inclusion list
- Meals during road journeys if any
- Any kind of insurance
- Porter to carry personal luggage
- Any airfare or transportation or extra over and above the expedition plan
- Personal expenses of any kind
- Permits fee for Foreigners
- Any extra expenses due to medical exigencies or unforeseen other emergencies like extremely bad weather, landslides, riots or political unrest, changes in local unions rules and situations beyond our direct control. However, all best possible assistance would be provided in such situations.
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Important Information
- Personal porters may be arranged to carry your personal backpack or luggage (choose add-on)
- Oxygen cylinders and first aid will be there during the trek. Rescue and medical team will be available on call at the base camp in case of any exigencies.
- Tented accommodation will be provided on twin/triple/quad sharing basis as per the tent size while on the trek.
- In case of foreigners, you need to carry original and copy of your passport with valid visa. Foreigners may need to pay the extra amount for permits as per actuals.
- You need to sign Disclaimer certificate at the time of reporting at the Base Camp
- Meals will be provided while on the trek. Our cooks will be serving the simple vegetarian nutritious veg hot meals for breakfast and dinner during the camping. Pack lunch will be provided during the trek. (Rice pulao, potato, dal, local dishes, hot soups, eggs, bread, poha, sweet, tea, milk etc. is the regular trek menu).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Bhrigu Lake Trek is a good option for both beginners and experienced trekkers. For first time trekkers it is a little challenging but still a great introduction to trekking. Bhrigu Lake Trek is a good weekend trek for experienced trekkers who would love the amazing views on this trek.
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Manali is well connected with Delhi and Chandigarh. Best way to reach Kullu or Manali is via overnight bus from Delhi/Chandigarh. You can take semi-sleeper Volvo AC buses or normal sleeper buses. The bus journey take 11-13 hours to reach Kullu and a further 1 hour to reach Manali. Tickets should be booked online. We suggest you choose government run buses such as HPTDC and HRTC as they are seldom late and run as per schedule.
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No, you do not need to buy any advanced snow shoes for this trek. All you require are a good pair of trekking shoes. You can opt for water resistant trekking shoes. Do carry along sufficient number of spare socks. Woolen socks are optional though.
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You would need to withdraw any money you need before the start of the trek. ATM facilities are available throughout Kullu and Manali. But you will not find any ATM beyond these places.
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You need to carry an original ID card and a photograph.
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The water we use during the trip is fresh mountain spring and it is recommended you carry your personal reusable water bottles and filters as well.
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An expert qualified Trek leader is assigned to lead every trek. Along with support staff, guides, cooks and porters accompany you during the trek. Post booking all details including trip coordinator details are shared on booking voucher on email and app.
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Meet-up Information/Reporting Point
- Kolang (8 km from Manali) on Manali-Solang Highway
- You will receive complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, in your Booking Confirmation Voucher
₹ 3550 Per Person
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