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.

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This is one of the little known treks in the Pir-Panjal range. We will  ascend upto 4000m and you will see some of the most breathtaking views of this region on this 6 day trek. The trek is moderate, and passes through lakes, streams, glaciers, thick alpine forests and mountain meadows – so you get to see every type of natural feature that the Himalayas have to offer! It is one of the most beautiful treks of this valley, a little bit secret, a little holy and completely peaceful.

*Inclusions: All our treks include, experienced guides, porters, gear, food and transport.