Magic Valley (Begedi Trek)

 

Set amongst lush green Himalayan flora , this trek takes you to veritable paradise of Himalayan valleys and dramatic landscapes filled with high altitude snow capped mountains and ancient villages.  This trek gives you the opportunity to visit fabled Malana village which inherits the most unusual customs and rituals which are said to come with lineage of Alexnder the great.Set amongst lush green Himalayan flora , this trek takes you to veritable paradise of Himalayan valleys and dramatic landscapes filled with high altitude snow capped mountains and ancient villages.  This trek gives you the opportunity to visit fabled Malana village which inherits the most unusual customs and rituals which are said to come with lineage of Alexnder the great.

8 to 10 days Trek.

Mantalai Trek

 

 

Trekkers also come across Lake Mantalai on their way to the Pin Parvati pass. However, the trail upto Mantalai, situated at 4100 m (13,500 ft) is a challenging Trek in itself, involving a significant gain in altitude from the base.

Total Distance: 86k.m Approx
(Challenging, May to Oct)

Day 01: Manali – Manikaran -Barsheni  (100 kms)
Travel by surface from Manali to Manikaran (85 kms)

Day 02:Barsheni  – Khirganga 
Gradual ascent through villages, fields and forest. Khirganga (2960 m) is a holy place with Hot water springs. Overnight in tents.

Day 03: Khirganga – Tunda Bhuj 
Through forest level walking to reach Tunda Bhuj (3285 m). The trail crosses several delightful pastures supporting a variety of wildflowers in the summer. Overnight in tents.

Day 04: Tunda Bhuj – Thakar Kuan 
Through birch forest crossing rocks and dense vegetation. This section of valley is difficult at places as the trail frequently skirts rock faces that are difficult for laden porters. Reach Thakur Kuan (3560 m) above the cliff section. Overnight in tents.

Day 05: Thakar Kuan – Pandu Bridge 
Beyond Thakar Kuan, the trail passes several Gaddi encampments before crossing a side river by a natural rock bridge. Trek for 12 kms to reach Pandu Bridge (3700 m). Overnight in tents.

Day 06: Pandu Bridge – Mantalai Lake 
Trek for 15 kms to reach Mantalai Lake (4116 m), the source of Parbati River.  There is a choice of grassy camp- sites just beyond Mantalai. Overnight in tents.

Day 07: Mantalai Lake – Pandu Bridge 
Trek back the same way from Mantalai to Pandu Bridge. Overnight in Tents

Day 08: Pandu Bridge – Thakar Kuan 
Trek back the same way from Pandu Bridge to Thakur Kuan. Overnight in Tents

Day 09: Thakar Kuan – Khirganga
Trek back from Thakur Kuan to Khirganga. Overnight in Tents

Day 10:Khirganga- Barsheni – Manikaran – Kullu or Manali drop
Return to Barsheni from where a vehicle will pick you up and drop you back at Kullu or Manali where the trek ends.

Khirganga Trek

If there is just one trek that you have the time for, then this trek in the Parvati Valley is it. As much as we would wish to keep this place a secret, if we absolutely have to share it, then we would want to be your guides to this magical hot spring. Trek alongside the wild Parvati River, through wooded alpine forests and gushing waterfalls. A 6-7 hour trek takes you to the pristine hot springs on top surrounded by a ring of snow-capped mountains. After a hard day’s trek soak in the hot springs, camp at Kheerganga and return the next day.

Day 1: Manali to Tosh (drive  and camp at Tosh)
Day 2: Start trek at Tosh. Reach Kheerganga. 6-7 hrs. Camp at Kheerganga
Day 3: Come down to Tosh and drive back to Manali

3000m  (Easy, April – October)

Pin Parvati to Spiti Valley

Start the trek in green forests and end up in the stark mountain deserts. This trek, starting at Manikaran, takes you from the lush Parvati valley along the powerful Parvati river to its source – the glacier fed lake of Mantalai – and on to the harsh and beautiful Spiti valley in its varied shades of brown. A strenuous, but exciting trek over ice-fields with crevasses and finally into the Pin Valley National Park with chances of spotting some wildlife like snow leopard, Spiti wolf, ibex and ghural.

5319m   (Strenuous, June – October)

Day 1: Manikaran
Day 2: Pulga
Day 3: Khirganga
Day 4: Tanda bhuj
Day 5: Thakur kuan
Day 6: Pandu Pul
Day 7: Mantalai lake
Day 8: Base Camp – Pin Parvati Pass
Day 9: Ghurgul
Day 10:Mud
Day 11: Sagnam

“I had the pleasure of doing Pin Parvati Pass with Himalayan Brothers Adventures in August 2014. They were professional as well as much fun. Great team work from everyone made the journey a joy to do. Stunning place to trek I recommend it to anyone thinking of doing it.”
-Sue Hanlon, New Zealand

Hamta Pass

Walk the traditional route between Kullu Valley and Lahaul/Spiti before the road over Rohtang Pass was built.
Day 1: Starting at Prini village near Manali, the trail crosses small villages of Hamta and Sethan before walking through an alpine forest to the campsite at Panduropa. (6 hrs)
Day 2: Walk through a thick forest and reach Chikka. Cross the bridge of Hamta stream and reach Chikka. Cross Hamta stream by bridge and after about a 2 hour walk arrive at the beautiful campsite of Jwara. (5/6 hrs)
Day 3: A gradual climb begins, to arrive at Bhalu ka gera (bears den), known for wild flowers, rocks and caves. Continue on to Hamta pass for fantastic views of Inderkila, Deo Tibba (6001m) and Indersan (6220m). Cross the pass, enter Lahaul valley and walk down to the campsite by the stream. (7 hrs)Day 4: Cross the stream near the camp and follow it right up until it joins Chandra River. Continue all along the river to reach the campsite at Chhatru. (6 hrs)
Day 5: Drive from Chhatru over Rohtang pass to Manali.

4227 m   (Easy/Moderate, May – October)

Brighu Lake Trek

Enjoy the panoramic views of the Pir Panjal and Dauladhar ranges as you trek through alpine forests, oak groves and meadows. An annual pilgrimage spot for the locals, the sage Bhrigu is said to have meditated here.

Day 1: Drive 15 km on the Manali-Rohtang highway to the meadows of Gulaba where the trail starts. The trail climbs through dense forests of deodar and pine to cross a small stream and reach the camp site at Kothi Theli. (5 hrs)
Day 2: Steep ascent up to the lake. Cross a mountain ridge beyond which lies the Bhrigu lake. Reach the beautiful lake by the afternoon and set up camp on the shore. (5 hrs)
Day 3: Walk along meadows and enter a thick forest from where the downhill trek begins. The trail is rather steep and can be hard on the knees,  but you’re awarded breathtaking views of the Beas Valley far below. Reach the Vashisht village and drive back to Manali. (6 hrs)

4270m   (Moderate, April – October)

Chanderkhani Trek

This popular trek takes you to the ancient village of Malana whose inhabitants are said to have descended from Alexander The Great. The villagers here, have their own laws and customs, speak a different dialect and dress differently. The trail through beautiful Chandrakhani Pass offers glorious views of snow-clad peaks and thick carpets of birch and spruce. Stop at Malana village and drive back or continue trekking down to Rashol into Parvati valley.

Day 1: Drive to Naggar and trek up to Rumsu village campsite. (3 hrs)
Day 2: An easy climb through conifer forests  to alpine meadows offers a magnificient view of the Pir Panjal range and peaks rising above 6000 mtrs. Overnight camp at the base of the Pass. (5 hrs)
Day 3: A lovely trail leads to Chandrakhani Pass and offers splendid view of Dhauladhar range, Parvati valley and Malana valley. Steep descent to Malana camp here. (6 hrs)
Day 4: Drive back to Manali today or continue your trek down past Malana River and steadily uphill to Rashol Pass to enter Parvati Valley. Easy descent to Rashol village and campsite. (5 hrs)
Day 5: Walk through deodar forests, cross the gushing Parvati River and reach Kasol. Drive to back to Manali. (4 hrs trek)

3500m    (Moderate, March – October)

Beas Kund Trek

One of the most popular walks of the Manali area, this short trek takes you through beautiful forests and valleys to a glacial pond believed to be the source of the Beas River. An enjoyable trek for all age groups.

Day 1: Start at Solang and trek along the Beas for about 8 kms up to Dhundi. Camp here for the night with excellent views of the surrounding mountain peaks. (5/6 hrs)
Day 2: Continue up the next day to the beautiful glaciated lake of Beas Kund. Get close views of Hanuman Tibba, Friendship and other famous peaks of Manali. Come back to the Dhundi camp. (5/6 hrs)
Day 3: Head back to Solang.

3690m (Easy, April – October)

For an added level of difficulty try this route:

Solang – Dhundi – Beas Kund – Patalsu Mountain – Marhi – Rohtang

3970m (Moderate, May – October)

Parashar Lake

Located in Mandi district this trek follows a relatively easy trail through forests and little rivers. Its perfect for family groups with option to camp overnight. The trek offers a 180 degree view of the Dhauladhar, Pir Panjal and Kinnaur mountain ranges. The beautiful temple devoted to sage Parashar and the mysterious floating island on the lake are added attractions.

(Easy, April to November)