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Bhrigu Lake Trek
The Bhrigu Lake trek is a beautiful one through meadows and forests near Rohtang Pass.
Highlights
- Bhrigu Lake Trek assures a rewarding climb to the lake composing the delights of emerald green fresh grass and alpine flora along with chunks of floating ice.
- Bhrigu Lake trail consists of the most beautiful stretch of grassland in Himachal accompanied by an endless carpet of lush green meadows.
- This Trek lets you witness some of the highest peaks of Himachal including Hanuman Tibba, Deo Tibba and Indrasen peak.
Overview
Bhrigu Lake Trek
The best time to look out for the Bhrigu Lake trek is from May to October. You can witness a collection of some of the majestic Himalayan peaks covered with pristine snow. Embrace yourself to witness green meadows and floating ice if you plan to visit Bhrigu Lake during these months.
Close your eyes and think about the juggernaut mountains. Let your mind drool over those curvy ecstatic roads, let your imaginations linger along the lush green meadows and let your soul drenched in that fresh air and cool breeze. Take a deep long breathe and put aside all the interrupting dark thoughts. Continue walking on that solitude kissed trail. Take a steep hike and there you are, standing tall along with the blue skies, conquering all the fears that were hidden deep inside which stopped you from reaching the heights you wanted in your life. Now, open your eyes and come along on a journey to one such mesmerizing trek, the Bhrigu Lake trek.
Parked at an elevation of around 14,100 ft in Kullu district, Bhrigu Lake opens up to alluring vistas of nature exposing an endless carpet of meadows, the gushing streams carrying crystal clear water along the meandering trails and captivating views of the elegant snow-clad mountains. Bhrigu Lake holds a page in ancient mythology. The lake is named after Maharishi Bhrigu, one of the seven great sages saptarishis who performed strong meditation and rituals about tons and tons of years ago. The locals have a strong belief that many Gods have dipped into the sacred water of this lake in order to make it holy for the devotees.
This readily accessible trek route in the upper Kullu valley and lying east of the famous Rohtang pass offers almost everything which a beginner or an experienced hiker can wish for. Among hundreds of trekking trails in Himachal, the Bhrigu Lake trek has surpassed many treks because of its impeccable aroma of natural extravaganza along with the tag of being one of the easiest yet enthralling treks in the Himalayas. Individuals with proficient physical fitness can easily revel the privilege of trekking to the exclusive lake region even without previous experience.
In order to reach Bhrigu Lake, first, you have to arrive at Manali which is a beautiful town in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Manali is directly connected by roadways and indirectly by railways and airways. The roadways are well connected and the landscapes are alluring throughout. You can get regular Volvo buses from New Delhi. The nearest and biggest railway station is the Chandigarh railway station which is 293 kilometers from Manali. You can get frequent buses and cabs from Chandigarh to reach Manali. Chandigarh railway station directly connects major cities of India like New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata. The nearest airport is located in Bhuntar which is around 50 kilometers from Manali. You can get daily flights from most of the cities in India. From Manali, we will drive to Gulaba and this will mark the commencement of our trek to Bhrigu Lake on foot.
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Trekmunk as Bhrigu Lake trek organizer will make sure that you will have a wonderful experience in the mountains. As per the reviews of various trekkers, Trekmunk is the best trekking company in India that assures you a quality service and a friendly atmosphere. Bhrigu Lake trek costs around 6,750 INR which will come with all the inclusions from the base camp. So what are you still waiting for? Pack your bags and get along on this wonderful journey of heaven that is Bhrigu Lake 2020 with Trekmunk and flips your dream into reality.
Brief Itinerary
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Reporting and Acclimatization
Get down at Patlikuhal (20 km before Manali and 20 km after Kullu) from the bus and take a Jeep ride to Rumsu base camp(10 km). After freshening up and breakfast all the participants will undergo the registration process for the trek. Post Lunch we will go for an acclimatization walk. Orientation regarding the trek will be given by the chief organizer in the evening. The orientation will cover information like rucksack packing, marching/walking technique and general awareness about a Himalayan Trek.
Overnight stay will be at Rumsu base camp. Campfire and fun activities will be organized if the weather permits us to. Dinner will be served and then a cozy sleep will be arranged inside the tents so that you are completely refreshed to take up the challenges for the following day of the trek.
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents/ Homestay
Altitude : 7,217 ft.
Day 2 : Drive to Gulaba and trek to Rohlikohli
After morning breakfast we will start with a beautiful jeep ride to Gulaba. The trek commences from Gulaba towards Rohlikohli campsite. The trek difficulty is moderate including steep ascents for most portion of the trek. Although there are a couple of water sources present in the trail, it is advised to carry 2 liters of water.
For the first 2 hours, you will find a steep ascent while there is a gradual ascent for the rest of the trail. There are two streams on the route towards the campsite (Chor Nallah and Kohli Nallah). The trail accompanies you to the virgin forest consisting of cedar, silver oak and birch trees along with the alluring views of Solang valley and Manali. Rohli Kohli is a beautiful campsite and offers amazing views of mountain peaks like Hanuman Tibba and the Seven Sisters. Overnight camp will be arranged at Rohli Kohli. Have your dinner and retire for a good night’s sleep.
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 6 hours trek
Altitude : 12,500 ft.
Distance : 7 km trek
Day 3 : Trek to Bhrigu Lake and back
After having early and healthy morning breakfast, we will set out for the ascend to the Bhrigu Lake. The trek difficulty is considered to be easy to moderate including a steep walk along with gradual and steep ascend. There is a mixed composition of snow and rocky trails. Although there are a couple of water sources from where you can replenish the water needs, it is still advised to carry 2 liters of water.
Trek commences early in the morning by 7 am after breakfast, for Bhrigu Lake. It takes around 4 hours to reach to Bhrigu Lake. Packed lunch will be done at Bhrigu Lake. Care should be taken that no littering happens over here. As per the myths, Rishi Bhrigu meditated here and used to take a bath in the holy water. We will spend some time witnessing the marvel of nature. You can drink in the enchanting vistas of the vibrant mountain peaks like Deo Tibba, Hanuman Tibba, and Indrasen while enjoying the calm lullaby that the serene Bhrigu Lake sings.
We will then start for the descend to Rohli Kohli campsite. Overnight stay will be in tents at Rohli kohli campsite. We will have our dinner while cherishing some of the memories of the trek and then go to sleep for the last time on this unforgettable trek.
Meals : B, L, D
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 8 hours
Altitude : 14,000 ft. at Lake
Distance : 10 km
Day 4 : Descend to Gulaba and Departure for Manali
Wake up early in the morning to catch the sunrise and for a fresh breath. This beautiful scenery and serenity of the place will surely restrict your return back into the chaotic world. Indulge yourself in clicking some sweet snaps which will act as a memory when you shall look back down the memory lane of your life. From this place, you can get clear snapshots of the beautiful Himalayan Ranges.
This will mark the last day of the trek where we will trek to Gulaba from Rohli Kohli and then drive all the way to Manali. Witnessing some alluring landscapes, we will reach Manali by 5 pm in the evening. If you wish to stay after the trek, you can also enjoy sightseeing in Kullu and Manali. There are many beautiful places such as Vashisht Temple, Hadimba Temple, Mall Road. You can enjoy adventure sports at Kullu such as Rafting and Bungee Jumping.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Tents
Time Taken : 5 hours
Altitude : 7,217 ft.
Distance : 7 km
How To Reach
How to reach the base camp for Bhrigu Lake
By Road
The roadways are well connected and the landscapes are alluring throughout. You can get regular Volvo buses from New Delhi and Chandigarh.
By Train
The nearest and biggest railway station is the Chandigarh railway station which is 293 kilometres from Manali. You can get frequent buses and cabs from Chandigarh to reach Manali. Chandigarh railway station directly connects major cities of India like New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, etc.
By Air
The nearest airport is located in Bhuntar which is around 50 kilometres from Manali. You can get daily flights from most of the cities of India.
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