Manali Treks - 15 best trekking places in Manali || 2018
Manali is a popular backpacking, Trekking and honeymoon destination in India’s Northern State of Himachal Pradesh. Set on the banks of the Beas River, it is a gateway to adventure activities in Solang, Gulaba, and Kothi. But there is much more to explore here and its popular tourist's spots, treks than adventure.
Some of these places are always buzzing with tourists, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you should give them a miss. In fact, if you are visiting for the first time, for trekking such places to visit in Manali must be on your itinerary. If it is like your third or fourth visit to this lovely town, here is the best treks of tourist attractions in Manali and its vicinity. Reaching these places will hardly take an hour's from the main city.
Friendship Peak Trek
Located at an elevation of 5289 m in Pir Panjal Range, a trek to friendship peak is ideal for amateur and budding mountaineers. The Friendship peak is in the Beas Kund area and to reach here; one will have pass through glaciers, rocky moraines, lush green valleys and forest. Trek to friendship peak, commences from the Solang-Nalla Valley and after passing through the thrilling ascends and descends, it leads to Friendships peak via Bakarthach. The peak is considered to be among the easiest climb, in the mountains of Himachal Pradesh and can be attempted by even by laypersons with sufficient endurance and proper guidance.
Ø Trekking Distance 46 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 5289 Meters
Ø Duration 5 to 6 Days
Ø Best Season April to November
Ø Difficulty Level Moderate to Challenging
Shitidhar Peak Climb
Mt Shitidhar is a snow-clad peak perched at an altitude of 5250
m in Pir Panjal range, in Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh. Mt Shitidhar does
not require knowledge and experience of technical climbing although previous
climbing experience will help to negotiate some patches over the south face up
to summit ridge. Pre-expedition preparation like use of mountaineering
equipment and walking on snow and ice is helpful for upper camps. The climb offers spectacular views of Hanuman
Tibba (5984 m) just to the west and far to the east are Indrasan (6221 m), Deo
Tibba (6001 m) and the lesser mountains of the Pir Panjal and Dhauadhar range
in Himachal Pradesh. This climb winds through the famous Solang Valley via
Dhundi and Bakarthach to enter the Beas Kund glacier, the snout of the River
Beas.
Ø Trekking Distance 45 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 5250 Meters
Ø Duration 5 to 6 Days
Ø Best Season September to October
Ø Difficulty Level Moderate to Challenging
Baralacha Chandratal Lake Trek
The Chandratal Baralacha
Trek is packed with everything that one would cherish during a journey. The
shimmering sunset on the turquoise waters of Chandratal, undulated landscape,
mountain passes, several small streams, lush green meadows, wild and colourful
orchards and wildlife all together make the journey worth reliving every
moment. The Chandratal Lake at an altitude of about 4,300 meters is one of the
high-altitude lakes in the Indian Himalayan region that is located on Samudra
Tapu plateau of Spiti valley. The lake is the source of Chandra River, which is
a major tributary of Chenab River. Occupying the mind of trekkers,
photographers and nature lovers, the Chandratal Baralacha Trek is one of the
popular alpine treks in Himachal Pradesh that is filled with surprises at every
turn. Baralacha La, at an elevation of 4,890 meters and lying on the Leh-Manali
Highway, is one of the high altitude motorable mountain passes that connects
the Spiti, Ladakh, Zanskar and Lahaul regions. Further, the journey makes it an
ideal MINDSCAPER as it moves through the lush green valleys and forests of
Kullu valley to the barren lands of Spiti en route several small villages
inhabited by various sects of Indo -Tibetans.
Ø Trekking Distance 56 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4950 Meters
Ø Duration 5 to 7 Days
Ø Best Season July to October
Ø Difficulty Level Moderate to Challenging
Thamsar Pass Trek - Manali to Bir Billing Trek
Thamsar
Pass Trek in Mandi Himachal is one of the most alluring passes in the
Dhauladhar. It’s a must do to see the untouched and scenic natural beauty of
the Dhualadhar Himalayas, as the trail is one of the less traveled trails in
the region. Wander through verdant forest and breathtaking landscapes of Chhota
Bhangal and pass through remote but beautiful villages of Barot, Badagran,
Rajgundha and Kukkargandha. You will be stunned to see the lush meadows of
Plachak and Panhartu. Few waterfalls on the way and the sight of those alpine
flowers will leave you refreshed. Thamsar Pass connects the Chhota Bhangal to
Bara Bhangal region and it’s one of the most enchanting experiences of trekking
in Himachal Pradesh.
Ø Trekking Distance 70 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4850 Meters
Ø Duration 10 to 12 Days
Ø Best Season June to October
Ø Difficulty Level Moderate to challenging
Hampta Pass Trek
Hampta Pass Trek is the most famous trek in Manali Trekking circuit,
This five day trek including a visit to Chandratal Lake and beauty of this
trek is that in short duration you get to see different landscape every day.
Hampta Pass takes you from lush green Kullu Valley to barren Lahaul and Spiti
which have similar landscape of Ladakh and on top of that camping at Chandratal
lake is icing on the cake.
Ø Trekking Distance 31 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4450 Meters
Ø Duration 4 to 5 Days
Ø Best Season
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Patalsu Peak Trek
A short 3 day trek from Solang valley takes you to the beautiful
Patalsu Peak and takes you the maximum altitude of 4472 meters which no other
trek has to offer. Trek from Solang to Shaghadugh campsite and next day
trek to Patalsu Peak and return to solang.
Ø Trekking Distance 32 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4720 Meters
Ø Duration 3 to 5 Days
Ø Best Season June to November
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Bijli Mahadev Winter Trek
The trek to Bijli Mahadev starts from Chansari village which is 24 kilometres from Kullu and is accessible by public bus and taxi. The trekking route starts as a narrow trekking trail through Pine trees and covered in snow in winter. A gorgeous meadow with an ancient Shiva temple, famous for its stone Shiva-Linga that shatters every year on the eve of Maha Shivratri when each time lightning strikes it, only to be resurrected by the Pujari.
Ø Trekking Distance 20 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4450 Meters
Ø Duration 4 to 5 Days
Ø Best Season March to December
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Chanderkhani Pass Trek
Chanderkhani Pass or Malana trek takes you to Malana village over Chanderkhani Pass which is infamous for “Malana Cream” a hash which famous globally. The Malana village is a small community of tribal people who have a unique culture and their very own government.
Ø Trekking Distance 37 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4450 Meters
Ø Duration 4 to 5 Days
Ø Best Season May to November
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Deo Tibba Base Camp
Trek
Ø Trekking Distance 37 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4450 Meters
Ø Duration 4 to 5 Days
Ø Best Season May to November
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Bhrigu Lake Trek
Bhrigu Lake trek is a short trek near Manali which takes you to pristine lake Bhrigu Lake located at an elevation of around 4,300 meters (14,100 ft) in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located to the east of Rohtang Pass and is around 6 kilometers from Gulaba village.
Ø Trekking Distance 18 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4450 Meters
Ø Duration 3 to 3 Days
Ø Best Season April to November
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Sar Pass Trek
Sar Pass Trek an ideal trek for beginners through thick forests, alpine meadows and Himalayan villages which will take you to an altitude of 13,800 ft and offers an amazing views of snow clad peaks. The Sar Pass Trek starts from Kasol which is famous among the backpackers. Furthermore Kasol is also a starting point for many treks in the Parvati Valley like Tosh Valley Trek, Animal Pass Trek, Sara Umga Pass Trek and many more.
Ø Trekking Distance 31 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4220 Meters
Ø Duration 4 to 5 Days
Ø Best Season May to October
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Tosh Valley Trek
Tosh Valley trek is a popular small trek in the Parvati Valley
which leads to the Pin Parvati Pass Trek and Animal Pass Trek and little less
explored in Manali Trekking circuit. The Tosh Nallah meets the Parbati river at
Pulga coming from the North. The Tosh valley Trek starts in a narrow valley but
as you trek it opens up and you come across several beautiful meadows along the
Tosh Valley Trek.
Ø Trekking Distance 55 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 4450 Meters
Ø Duration 5 to 6 Days
Ø Best Season May to November
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Beas Kund Trek
Beas Kund Trek a short trek of over 3 days will take you the source of River Beas. Beas Kund trek is a short trek but it is full of stunning views of glaciers and snow clad peaks. The Bakar Thach campsite is the highlight of the trek due to stunning views of hanging glaciers.
Ø Trekking Distance 20 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max
Altitude 3650 Meters
Ø Duration 3 to 4 Days
Ø Best
Season April to November
Ø Difficulty
Level Easy to
Moderate
Rumsu Winter Trek
Take Rumsu Base camp Winter
Trek to experience the snowfall during winter. This trek start from Naggar
a small town in Kullu district famous for Naggar Castle and Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery. Trek from Naggar to Rumsu base camp through the snowy trail.
Ø Trekking Distance 22 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 3850 Meters
Ø Duration 3 to 4 Days
Ø Best Season December to March
Ø Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Kheerganga Trek
Kheerganga trek is much needed break from the hippie town of Tosh or Kasol. Kheerganga Trek is very pleasant and offers some exhilarating views. During the trek the vegetation changes dramatically and at the end of the trek it open up into a beautiful meadow with beautiful views and a natural hot water spring after the arduous trek.
Ø Trekking Distance 19 Km (Approx.)
Ø Max Altitude 2960 Meters
Ø Duration 1 to 2 Days
Ø Best Season May to November
Ø Difficulty Level Easy
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