Package Detail

Bhrigu lake is open only from May to October.

May is the perfect time for the Bhrigu Lake Trek. This month you can expect huge amounts of snow during this trek. May is just an ideal month for those who love to do a snow trek. 

The height of Bhrigu Lake Trek is 14,009 feet. from sea level. It is a high-altitude Himalayan trek, located at Manali, Himachal Pradesh, which starts from Gulaba.The total distance of the Bhrigu Lake trek is 27 kms. from Gulaba to Gulaba, over 3 days and 2 nights.

Day 01: Drive from Manali to Gulaba and trek to Rauli kholi

Altitude: 2050 meters to 3000 meters to 3810 meters.

Drive: 18 kilometers (2 hours) 

Trekking distance: 6-7 kilometers 

Time taken: 5 to 6 hours 

Trail type: 500 meters of forest and Green meadows.

Water resources: You will find a stream at a distance of 1 km on this trek 600 meters before Rauli Kholi Camp. 

Trekking difficulty: Easy to moderate.

We will start our day by driving to Gulaba from Manali , which takes approximately 2 hours to reach. Throughout the route from Manali to Gulaba, you will witness many old structures designed in Himachali style. Beas River will follow you on the trip. After the Beas River, we have to drive for about 45 minutes to enter Rohtang Pass. This road divides Rohtang Pass and the Kullu district. Golden apple trees and lush green meadows will enhance your trekking moment. You will also see beautiful clouds waving at you with a huge smile. Gulaba is home to many vultures that you will see throughout your trip. There is a government check post after a distance of 21 km. You have to carry all the important documents to pass this check post. Finally, we will reach the starting point of Trek Gulaba. 

Now, our trekking will start from Gulaba. We all have to cross the road and begin to walk continuously. On the way, you will get many streams at a distance of 3 to 4 km to fulfill your water needs. One thing to note on this trekking route is that it has constant steep ascents without any descents. So, this terrain is a bit tough to climb but it is manageable by many trekkers. This trekking trail is filled with thick dense forests, Himalayan birch, oak trees and pine trees. After traveling a distance of about 2 km, you will reach Rola Kholi. It is a wonderful grassland with breathtaking beauty. 

Now, you will get the first water stream at Rola Kholi to fill your bottles. It is lunch time and we will all enjoy lunch near terrain covered with colorful flowers. You can also capture the views of the gigantic Solang Valley and Beas Kund Valley from this point. After traveling a distance of 6 km, we will reach a steep pathway. We have to walk on this path for about 6 hours and then we will reach Rola Kholi, the campsite.

Day 02: Rauli Kholi to Bhrigu Lake and back to Rauli Kholi

Altitude: 3810 meters to 4267 meters.

Trekking distance: 12-13 kilometers.

Time taken: 7 to 8 hours.

Trail type:  somewhere steep trail and rocky path. 

Difficulty: Moderate 

Water resources: This route has no water resources. After leaving the campsite You must carry a good amount of water for your water needs.

Today, it is the second day of the trek and we will start our trek from Rola Kholi at around 8 am. We have to go through some challenging ascents on this route. Apart from that, you will also have to pass broken records and steep terrains to reach your destination. After crossing a small stream, we will start going through ascents. 

As you move further, the huge grassland will open up. For about 2 km, you will see grasslands giving a magical look to your eyes. But now, you have to prepare yourself for a bit of a difficult journey. This trail has rocky terrains with sharp ascents. It is necessary to remain in groups on this route as many trekkers lose their way because of rocky paths. 

After walking for about 5 km, you will see the boulders showing colorful flowers. Now, we are about to reach Bhrigu Lake by walking just 1 km. Bhrigu Lake is one of the most alluring lakes that changes its colors in summer and winter. From olive green to emerald green, you will see the changing colors of this lake as per the season. It is truly a happy moment to see a splash of colors and save it in your camera. 

After spending some hours near Bhrigu Lake, we will return to Rola Kholi campsite. 

Day 03: Rauli Kholi to Gulaba and Drive to Manali

Attitude: 3810 meters to 3000 meters to 2050 meters.

Trekking distance: 6-7 kilometers.

Trail type: same as day one.

Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

Water resources: You will easily get two streams on this route to fill your water bottles.

Difficulty level: Easy.

It is the last day of trekking. As usual, we will start our journey from Rola Kholi at 8 am. We will follow the same route that we followed from Manali to Gulaba. Now, you can have a sigh of relief as there are no ascents on this route. You have to walk on continuous descents. This route is easier than the earlier routes. After reaching Gulaba, a vehicle will arrive to pick us up. 

We will reach Manali at 2 pm. From Manali, we all will depart and head toward our routes. You can stay in Manali for a couple of days to enjoy its pristine beauty and surreal environment. 

 Inclusions :

• 2 nights Accommodation in Alpine/Dome tents in Rauli kholi campsite on triple sharing basis.
• Food during the trek day 1 lunch to day 3 breakfast.
• Sleeping mats, sleeping bags, and tents.
• Service of certified trekking leaders experienced in a mountaineering course.
• Meals during trekking (veg and egg options available).
• First aid kit with oxygen puff. porter/mule to carry Common equipment.
• All the safety tools such as static rescue rope, seat harness.
• Transportation charges from day 1 Manali to Gulaba and day 3 Gulaba to Manali.
• Forest permits and campsite expenses.

 Exclusions : 

• Items that have not been mentioned in the Inclusions section.
• Personal things like jackets, trekking pants, trekking shoes, rucksacks etc.
• Insurance of trekker
• Meals and stay in Manali hotel.
• Porter to carry personal luggage of any trekker
• Any emergency.
• Any personal expenses of trekker

 Things To Carry: 

• 1 sun cap and 1 woolen cap to cover the head.
• 3 types of the jacket including waterproof, windproof, and down jacket.
• Undergarments
• Backpack. 
• trek pole (as per your need) 
• 1 head torch with – extra batteries.
• Personal medicines. 
• 2 pair of T-shirt, 2 pair warm -15°C down jacket. 
• Personal kit containing a toothbrush, toilet paper, toothpaste, moisturizer, face wash, hand towel, sunscreen lotion, soap, and other creams 
• 2 to 3 trek pants 
• 1 Balaclava and 1 neck warmer 
• 3 pairs of woolen socks and 1 pairs of slipper. 
• Poncho or rain jacket. 
• 1 bottle to carry water and 1 flask of hot water. 
• Rain cover with 50 liters rucksack .