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Places For Trekking in Manali in August

About the Kasol Kheerganga Trek:

Located amidst the astounding Parvati Valley in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, Kheerganga is considered the trekker’s paradise. Your trek begins from Kasol, which is a quaint village perched at a height of about 5000 ft. in the Himalayas. Located deep in the Parvati Valley, Kheerganga is considered the 'abode of Lord Shiva.' Known for mesmerizing hot water springs and scenic valley views, the Kheerganga Trek is located at a height of about 9600 ft. and is regarded as one of the most well-known treks to do in the Himalayas. The peace and beauty can make you forget about the chaos of city life instantly.

About the Bhrigu Lake Trek:

Bhrigu Lake is a high-altitude glacial lake, perched at a height of 14,100 ft, thus catering to a perfect place for some mind-blowing adventure and thrills. Bhrigu Lake Trek in Manali is one of the most captivating short treks in the Himalayas and it greets you to witness high altitude alpine lake, the verdant meadows, and everything your heart has yearned for.

The mesmerizing lake has its own majestic beauty as it changes its colors with each passing season. In late summer, it changes its color to emerald green, and in summer it turns its beauty to

blue which is a fascinating sight for the eyes to behold.

This 4-day Bhrigu Lake trek takes you through unparalleled breathtaking views of Seven Sister Peaks, Deo Tibba, Indrasan, Hanuman Tibba, the outstretched Pir Panjal ranges which will soothe your senses and make you content with unbounded natural beauty.

Bhrigu Trek Quick Facts:

• Bhrigu LakeTrek Distance: 26 km
• Bhrigu LakeTrek Height:14,100 ft
• Trekking Gradient: Steep ascent throughout the trail
• Bhrigu Lake Trek Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate 
• Start Point/End Point of Trip: Old Manali
• Start Time/End Time: The trek starts at 10:00 AM (Day 1) and ends around 2:00 PM (Day 4).

Location -  Old Manali

Start Point/End Point: Trek start from Old Manali and ends at Solang Valley

Start Time/End Time: The trek start at 10:00 AM on day 1 and ends around 02:00 PM on day 3.

About Beas Kund:

Beas Kund is a high altitude thousand-year-old alpine lake that sits royally amidst the mountains of Himachal Pradesh at an altitude of 3,810 meters. This taint less beauty is the origin of Beas River, which is believed to be the water body where Sage Vyas use to take bath while he meditated and wrote Hindu epic Mahabharata. 

About the Beas Kund Trek:

Lush green grasslands flourish below the summits of the three biggest mountains around Manali and hidden in these grasslands is the emerald lake. The contrasting sight of this serene water body nestled in between jagged mountain peaks of Pir Panjal range adds to the beauty of the lake and that makes it an amazingly picturesque travel destination and an even better summer trek, to rewind and rejuvenate amidst nature. Your camping experience at the campsite of Bakarthach, under the star-studded sky,  will be an experience worth remembering.

Quick Facts:

Trekking distance: 16 km

Maximum Altitude:12,772 ft

Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate 

Electricity: There will be no electricity at the campsite on the trek.

ATM: Manali is the last point where you will get ATM.

How to reach?

You have to report at the camps at Old Manali which is also the starting point of the trek and it is around 12 km from Mall Road of Manali. Many local means of transport and private cabs are available from Mall Road to reach Old Manali.

Departure Dates:

July: 21
August: 11

About the Pin Parvati Pass Trek:

Barsheni village is the starting point of your Pin Parvati Trek from where you will be led to Rudranath Camp after crossing the fascinating trails. Rudranath to Khirganga watching the beautiful Parvati River and the evergreen forests and picturesque meadows would be a highlighted version of your trek. Tunda Bhuj campsite awaiting your arrival can be reached after crossing some more astounding landscapes and rough trails that would enable you to spot some of the most regular species of birds coming to visit the region. 

Mantalai and the charming lake are the jovial hosts of you in between the journey to arrive the Pin Parvati camp. There, you will be driven to immerse into the abyss created by the verdant greenery present everywhere near, the brooks, the flowery meadows and the high glaciers and what not- each sight around you will remarkably stuck into your head for sure.

About the Pin Parvati:

Discovered in the year 1884 as an alternate passage to the Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh, the Pin Parvati Pass trek is one of the most enthralling and challenging trekking trails in India. Taking the trekkers to a maximum altitude of 5,319m above the sea level, the Pin Parvati trek is usually undertaken during the months of July to September and requires excellent trekking skills and techniques.

Manali with plenty of trekking options comes up with the best in its kit that is Pin Parvati trek, leading the trekker up to 5319 meters height and it is the perfect option for seasoned trekkers worldwide. July to September, the best season to do Pin Parvati trek brings forth the maximum number of trekkers and visitors Manali can accommodate. Parvati Valley is a beautiful landscape letting us cross the relishing greenery in Kullu and then taking us to the romantic Spiti Valley.

The Pin Parvati Pass is the major point of interest on Pin Parvati trek and it is always prepared to offer the most thrilling experience to each trekker. Risk and difficulty are common on Pin Parvati treks and the lengthy crossing fields between the surroundings and of course the heavy snowfall give the trek an adventurous notion every time.

You will not be disappointed at all if you take this Pin Parvati trekking package because you are going to be elevated to the state of bliss with the incomparable sceneries and views of stunning landscapes of Spiti Valley. A mixture of steep slopes, gradual climbs, barren mountains, snow-clad peaks and rugged passes, this 100km trek needs high trekking skills and can be completed in a course of 11 days. Also, as the Pin Parvati Pass trek takes you through some of the highest peaks, getting acclimatised to the environs also become a major requirement for successful completion of the trek.

Quick Facts About Pin Parvati Trek:

Temperature: Day: 16°C to 20°C and Night: 0°C to 4°C

Trekking Distance:  110 km

Maximum Altitude:  17,457 ft

Pin Parvati Trek Difficulty Level: Difficult

Airport: Bhuntar, 52 km away from Manali

ATM: Kaza has the last ATM point before your trek begins.

Location -  Manali

Start Point/End Point: Manali Bus Stand

Start Time/End Time: The trek start at 10:00 AM on day 1 and ends at around 03:00 PM on day 5.

About Hampta Pass:

Hampta Pass trek is giving each adventure lover an option to discover the unique landscape on the Manali side in Himachal Pradesh. From the top, you will witness the magnificent view of a different world below, the beautiful yet deserted Lahaul. The panoramic sweep of the valley from the summit will be a sight that will not leave you forever.

About the Hampta Pass Trek:

The Hampta Pass trek has the starting point as Manali. From Manali, you will be taken to Jobra and then to Chika located at a height of about 10,100 feet. The route will have plenty of greenery, River Rani and the mountainous stretches on one side. When you climb up to reach Balu ka Ghera from Chika, On this impressive journey catch the first glimpses of the mighty towers in Dhauladhar Ranges occupy the entire frame with meadows and flower-filled valleys. What awaits you next are the gradual slopes until you reach the mighty Hampta Pass and on the way, Hampta Village will be your host for some time. Discover the serene calmness that surrounds the valley.

The ultimate destination of the trek is the beautiful Chandratal located amidst the pristine surroundings dominated by the white peaks and clouds above. A confluence of three paths – Hampta Pass, Spiti, and Rohtang Pass and the green paradise will accompany you to achieve the height of about 14,100ft.

The whole experience will be beautifully driven by our experienced and well trained guides along with the porters and kitchen staff. The team will also help you in allotting your dome tents for each night for to keep you hassle free so that you can just enjoy the beauty of the places without getting into any operational stuff.

Quick Facts About Hampta Pass Trek:

Hampta Pass Trekking Distance:  35km

Hampta Pass Altitude: 14,100ft

Hampta Pass Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate 

Electricity: There will be no electricity on the trek

ATM: You will find ATMs in Manali.

Starting time of the trek: 10:00 AM on day 1

End time of the trek: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM on day 2

Camping Location: Tosh Village, Himachal Pradesh

Indulge your visual senses as you take on the Tosh valley trek, a trail that will take you across the periphery of the mighty Himalayas. A village at the end of the Parvati Valley in Himachal Pradesh, Tosh is situated at a height of 7,874ft and leads to the beautiful Pin Parvati Pass. The Tosh River here is an offshoot of the Parvati River, which suckles into the main river at Pulga. An amazing point to note here is that the valley of Tosh is actually home to a tributary of the river Parvati, which also goes by the name River Tosh. This means that as soon as you arrive at a point after the trek to Tosh, where a smaller river stream is feeding its waters into the grand Parvati Valley, you have arrived at the beginning point of Tosh Valley.

Quick Facts:

Temperature Range: The average temperature here ranges between 2°C and 7°C and dips below the freezing point in winters.

Tosh Valley Trekking distance: 6 km

Tosh Trek Difficulty Level: Easy 

Starting and Ending Point: Barshaini, Kullu

Best time to visit Tosh Valley: April to October would be the best time, though pleasant weather can be seen throughout the year. November to February would be a good time to see snow and experience freezing cold.

How to reach the campsite?

You have to report at Barshaini which is the starting point of the trek and it is around 22 km from Kasol. Many local transports and private cabs are available from Kasol to reach Barshaini.

Starting & Ending Point: Panarsa

About Prashar Lake:

With views fit for a king, the trail, leading to the lake region i.e. from the city of Mandi to the little village of Apple village Jawalapur, become private and exclusive to every group that visits. The setting of the campsite in Prashar Lake location is yet another pleasant surprise because of its closeness to the water and its harmony with nature.

Prashar Lake trek (2,730m), which happily takes people to the lake which is completely frozen in the winter and a dazzling beauty otherwise, is considered to be an important trek in Himachal Pradesh. It has in day: 13°C to 18°C , in Night: 0°C to 7°C and maximum altitude 8,956 ft. 

The picture-perfect blue water lake is surrounded by the majestic Dhauladhar Ranges in Kullu Valley and it is always kept as a secret in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. 

About the Prashar Lake Trek Package:

Tour will be started from Panaras through driving you will reach Apple village Jawalapur and from where your trek will start for Prashar Lake. You will have camp stay at beautiful lake site for one night and in morning again you will trek till Apple village Jawalapur from there you will drive by to Panarsa. During this trek, you will be going through the charming trails crossing the forests and several small streams. All meals for the Prashar Lake trek is included in the package.

Apart from trekking you will have sightseeing, bonfire at camp and as per weather yoga meditation as well. As you climb the trails up, you will come to meet the local people and it is the best chance to know the indigenous culture closely. Also, once you finish the trek to Prashar Lake, you will have a satisfied heart filled with plenty of beautiful views of Dhauladhar, Pir Panjal, and Kinnaur mountain ranges.

There is a surprisingly beautiful attraction near the lake that is the local temple of Prashar Rishi which has a lot of significant architectural brilliance carved on the walls. If you're in the mood for some outdoor adventure and want these memories to be etched forever, then make Prashar Lake trekking the trek of your choice!

About Camping:

For a decent stay, you can opt for alpine tents with common washroom facilities. All tent offers amenities like mattresses, pillows and clean linen. In the evening enjoy the musical night with a bonfire.

Quick Facts About Prashar Lake Trek:

Trekking distance: 24 km

Maximum altitude: 2730 m

Prashar Lake Trek Difficulty level: Easy To Moderate 

ATM: Mandi is the last point where you will get an ATM

Meals during your Prashar Lake Trek:

Breakfast, lunch and dinner (vegetarian and non-vegetarian) are included in the package

Stay during your Prashar Lake Trek:

Transit Room on the day of arrival in Panarsa for freshen-up
Clock Room to leave any extra stuff at Panarsa
Stay at Prashar Lake (Camping)
Double/ triple/ Quad sharing Basis in camps

How to reach :
Nearest railway station is Shimla and nearest airport is Bhuntar Airport, Kullu from there one can reach by bus and private vehicle. One can also take a direct bus from Delhi to Panarsa.

Note: The group package is available on weekends. Private trek can be arranged for more than one adult.