Bhrigu Lake Trek

• Starts from Gulaba near Manali in Himachal Pradesh.
• Leads to the sacred Bhrigu Lake at around 13,700 ft.
• Passes through vast alpine meadows, forests, rocky ridges, and snow patches.
• Offers spectacular views of Hanuman Tibba, Deo Tibba, Friendship Peak, Indrasan, and Pir Panjal ranges.
• Features scenic Rola Kholi campsite and beautiful meadow landscapes.
• Known for reaching high-altitude alpine terrain within a short trek.
• Suitable for beginners with decent fitness.
• Best months are May to September, with snow in early summer and lush meadows during the monsoon.

The Bhrigu Lake Trek is one of the most scenic short treks in Himachal Pradesh, located near Manali in the Kullu Valley region. The trek is famous for its alpine meadows, snow patches, panoramic mountain views, and the sacred glacial lake known as Bhrigu Lake.

Unlike many Himalayan treks that require several days to reach alpine terrain, Bhrigu Lake quickly takes trekkers above the tree line, offering expansive meadows and mountain vistas within the first day itself.

According to Hindu mythology, Maharishi Bhrigu meditated near the lake, and the lake is considered sacred by locals and pilgrims.

Day 1 — Arrival in Manali
Arrival in Manali followed by reporting, trek briefing, and acclimatization.

Day 2 — Drive to Gulaba and Trek to Gulaba Meadows / Rola Kholi
Drive to Gulaba and begin the trek through forests and scenic meadows with a gradual ascent.
5–6 km trek | 4–5 hours

Day 3 — Trek to Bhrigu Lake and Return
Trek to the Bhrigu Lake summit region, reaching approximately 13,700–14,000 ft, before returning to camp.
8–10 km trek | 6–8 hours

Day 4 — Descend to Gulaba and Drive to Manali
Descend through meadows and mountain ridges before driving back to Manali, marking the end of the trek.

Participants should:

• Be able to walk for 5–6 hours comfortably
• Build basic stamina through cardio exercises
• Practice jogging or brisk walking before the trek

Suggested preparation includes:

• Stair climbing
• Running
• Daily walks
• Light strength training

Nearest Airport

Bhuntar Airport, Himachal Pradesh

Nearest Railway Station

Chandigarh Railway Station

Most trekkers travel to:

• Manali by Volvo buses

Or via Chandigarh and Bhuntar routes

Clothing

• 2 full-sleeve & 2 half-sleeve quick-dry T-shirts

• 1 fleece T-shirt

• 1 wind stopper / fleece jacket

• 1 windproof jacket

• 1 down feather / hollow jacket

• 1 thermal innerwear set (upper & lower)

• 3 quick-dry trekking pants

• Fleece / woollen gloves

• 1 poncho / waterproof jacket and pant

Head Gear

• 1 head torch

• 1 woollen cap

• 2 synthetic buff / neck gaiters

• Sunglasses with UV protection

Footwear

• 1 pair water-resistant, high-ankle trekking shoes with good grip

• 1 pair floaters / flip-flops

• 7 pairs cotton socks

• 1 pair woollen socks

• 1 pair gaiters, if required

• 1 pair micro spikes, if required

Backpack

• 50–60 L backpack with rain cover

• 20–30 L daypack with rain cover, if offloading is opted

• Walking stick

Personal Essentials

• 2 × 1 L water bottles / hydration pack + 1 × 1 L bottle

• 1 thermos flask

• 1 small tiffin / lunch box

• Personal medical kit / medicines

• Sunscreen

• Moisturiser

• Chapstick / lip balm

• Toothbrush & toothpaste

• Toilet paper & wipes

• Soap / hand sanitizer

• Antibacterial powder

• Quick-dry towel

Food / Snacks

• Energy bars

• Dry fruits

• Chocolates

• ORS / electrolytes

Tip: Don't overpack. For a monsoon high-altitude trek, focus on good trekking shoes, quick-dry clothing, rain protection, proper layers, hydration, and sun protection.

Refund percentages vary depending on cancellation timing:

• Earlier cancellations receive higher refunds/vouchers.
• Emergency situations may qualify for special refund consideration.