About this Himachal Tour
High meadows and a sacred glacial lake
A short, high-reward trek near Manali. Unlike most treks, Bhrigu takes you into sprawling alpine meadows almost immediately, climbing to the glacial Bhrigu Lake (14,100 ft), sacred to the sage Bhrigu, ringed by snow peaks.
It packs big high-altitude scenery into a short trip, making it perfect for those who want the Himalaya without a long itinerary.
Trip Highlights
Meadows, a glacial lake and peak views
The glacial Bhrigu Lake (14,100 ft)
Vast high alpine meadows
360-degree Himalayan peak views
Quick access to high altitude
Meadow camps & starry skies
A short, scenic moderate trek
Trip Gallery
A taste of the trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Five days to Bhrigu Lake and back
- Arrive in Manali; check in.
- Trek briefing, gear check and acclimatisation.
- Drive to Gulaba; trek into the open alpine meadows.
- Camp at Jonker Thatch amid rolling grasslands.
- Climb to the glacial Bhrigu Lake (14,100 ft).
- Soak in the views; return to the meadow camp.
- Trek down to Gulaba; drive back to Manali.
- Overnight in Manali.
- After breakfast, depart Manali.
- Trip ends.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- All arrival & departure transfers
- 4 nights hotel stay (Kullu)
- Daily All meals on trek
- All sightseeing & transfers by private vehicle
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls & parking
- 24x7 on-trip support
- Train/air fare to the start city
- Lunches & personal expenses
- Rohtang permit, adventure & activity charges
- Entry tickets, ropeway & pony rides
- GST as applicable
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Things to Carry
Trek essentials — pack light but right
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Fitness: A basic level of fitness helps. We share a simple preparation plan; some daily walking or jogging beforehand makes the trek far more enjoyable.
Altitude: Higher treks cross alpine meadows and passes. We pace the ascent for acclimatisation and carry a first-aid kit; a trek leader accompanies the group.
Best Season: Most Himachal treks run roughly May–June and September–October; some (like Kheerganga and Triund) have a longer window. Snow treks have their own season.
What''s Provided: Camping/stay, meals on trek, a certified guide and safety gear as specified. Personal trek gear is your responsibility — see the packing list.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
It is graded moderate. The distances are short but you gain altitude quickly to 14,100 ft, and the summit day is a long 8-9 hours. Fit beginners with some cardio preparation can do it; the rapid altitude gain is the main challenge.
It is a high glacial lake at 14,100 ft, sacred to the sage Bhrigu, sitting in a bowl ringed by snow peaks. The trek is famous for reaching vast alpine meadows almost from the start - unusual and spectacular.
Bhrigu is shorter (5 days vs 6) and an out-and-back to a lake rather than a crossover. It reaches similar altitude faster, so acclimatisation matters, but it packs big scenery into fewer days.
May to June (with lingering snow and lush meadows) and September to October (clear skies, golden meadows) are ideal. It closes in winter and is slippery during the monsoon.
We start with a Manali acclimatisation day, ascend at a measured pace, and the trek leader monitors everyone for altitude symptoms, with oxygen and a first-aid kit on hand.
We camp on the open meadows (such as Jonker Thatch) in tents with sleeping bags and hot meals. The high, open camps offer superb star-filled skies.
A few weeks of jogging or brisk walking plus some leg strength work makes the summit day much more comfortable. We share a simple preparation plan when you book.
A daypack with water, snacks, warm layers, a rain jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen, a headlamp and personal medicines. We provide tents, sleeping bags and all trek meals.
