Bhrigu Lake Trek

The Bhrigu Lake trek near Manali is one of the area’s best medium-duration treks that takes you over diverse scenery in the span of 5 days.

Bhrigu Lake is believed to be the meditation grounds of Maharishi Bhrigu, the great sage in Hindu mythology who created the Bhrigu Samhita -the foundation of Hindu astrology.

Because of its special place in ancient Hindu lore, the lake is highly revered and it is a sacred spot for the people of Manali and Himachal Pradesh. The fact that the high-altitude lake never freezes – even in peak winter – endorses the belief that there’s something magical and unexplainable in the air here.

Located at an altitude of 14000ft – around half the height of Mount Everest – to the south of Rohtang Pass, Bhrigu Lake is a unique wonder of nature. While most mountain lakes are located down on river or glacier beds, Bhrigu Lake is situated on a high mountain ridge, which makes it unique.

It is an uphill climb on gentle slopes to the lake. As you ascend, the surrounding mountain ridges seem to rise higher with you. Along the way, you will also spend one night at our high-altitude meadows campsite.

Even in the summer months of April, May and June, the lake and its surroundings is mostly snow-covered. So it gives you a good experience of snow trekking.

The Bhrigu Lake trek offers a panoramic view of Manali valley. All the famous peaks of Kullu-Manali Himalaya— Indrasan, Deo Tibba, Hanuman Tibba, Makerbeh, Shikarbeh, Shitidhar, Friendship Peak, and Ladakhi – are visible, making it an excellent trek for photographers as well.

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Perfect for all Age Groups

Bhrigu Lake trek is an easy-moderate trek and can be completed by anyone having reasonable fitness.

Panoramas & Snow Trek

360-view of peaks like Indrasan & Deo Tibba. Based on weather, go trek on snow - even in summer.

Experienced Guides

Mountain Sojourns has 12+ years of on-ground experience guiding travellers to Bhrigu Lake.

Affordable and Regular Trips

Affordable trek cost so that everyone can experience the best of the Himalayas around Manali.

4 Nights/5 Days
Season: April to November

₹ 6500 per person + 5% GST

Trek Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Manali

Arrival at Himalayan Mountain Sojourns campsite at Palchan in the forenoon.
At lunch, meet your guide and other members of the group.
After lunch, you can go for a short acclimatization walk around the campsite.
Dinner and overnight in camping huts.

Day 2: Manali to Moridugh Camp (9000ft) – 4 Hours Trek

After breakfast, you leave for our Moridugh Camp.
It takes 3 hours to reach Himalayan Mountain Sojourns’ Moridugh Camp.
On arrival at camp, you are welcomed with a hot lunch.
Free time in the evening to spend at leisure or you can take an acclimatization walk around the camp.
Dinner and overnight in alpine tents.

Day 3: Moridugh Camp to Pandu Ropa Camp (11000 ft) – 4 Hours Trek

After early breakfast you leave for the High-Altitude Meadows Camp.
After covering a good distance uphill and gaining altitude of around 11000ft you reach our High Altitude Meadows Camp.
Hot lunch served upon arrival.
Free time in the evening to relax and prepare for next day’s trek.
Dinner and overnight in high-altitude tents.

Day 4: Pandu Ropa Camp to Bhrigu Lake (14000ft) and back to Moridugh Camp – 6 Hours Trek

At daybreak, the trek starts to the holy Bhrigu Lake situated at an altitude of 14000ft. Notice Bhrigu Peak (14500 ft) looming over the lake.
Even in the summer months of April, May and June, the lake and its surroundings is mostly snow-covered. So it gives you a good experience of snow trekking. The trek offers a panoramic view of the Manali valley.
After spending a few hours at Bhrigu Lake, you will descend to our Moridugh Camp.
Dinner and overnight in alpine tents at Moridugh Camp.

Day 5: Moridugh Camp to Palchan Camp (6500ft) – 4 Hours Trek

After breakfast, trek back to HMS campsite in Palchan.
Expect to reach HMS campsite sometime in the afternoon.
After lunch, check out from the campsite.
You will be dropped at Manali’s Mall Road where you can indulge in some shopping before boarding a bus to your next destination.
Tour ends.

Cost Includes

Pick up from Manali bus station to Mountain Sojourns Palchan campsite on arrival day
High-altitude trekking guide for 5 days
Trained high-altitude field staff
Tented accommodation in alpine tents: Twin/Triple sharing tents, dining tent, and toilet tent
Sleeping bags with foam trekking mattresses
All meals (vegetarian food) except breakfast on arrival day and dinner on departure day
Drop at Manali bus station on departure day

Cost Excludes

Any expense arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bus delays, roadblocks, landslides, etc.
Medical evacuation
Insurance cover
Beverages like mineral water, soft drinks etc.
Any other expense not mentioned under ‘Cost Includes’

Essential Items to Carry