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Strict Max 12-15 Trekkers
All Permits Managed
Forest & Wildlife Clearance
Transparent Pricing
No Surprise Add-on Fees
Expedition Telemetry
Altitude Gradient & Waypoint Profile
Himalayan Weather & Micro-Climate Index
Feels like 11°C (Clear Alpine Sky)
North-Westerly Breeze
Mild acclimatization required
Cat 3/4 Polarized Lenses Required
5-Day High-Altitude Outlook
Safety Protocol 4B Active
High altitude moraine crossing requires twice-daily pulse oximeter monitoring. Effective O2 saturation drops significantly above 14,000 ft.
High-Altitude Physiology & Acclimatization Lab
Interactive barometric telemetry and Lake Louise AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) clinical screener.
Relative to Sea Level
Standard 1013 hPa
Minimum Required
Affects Digestion & Heat
Lake Louise AMS Clinical Screener (2018 Consensus)
Self-evaluate altitude symptom severity before or during high moraine crossings.
Zero significant acute mountain symptoms recorded. Maintain hydration pace of 4+ liters/day and proceed with standard ascent schedule.
Expedition Overview
Located high above the Kullu valley near Manali, Bhrigu Lake is known for its ever-changing colors and sacred mythological significance. It is one of the few high-altitude lakes accessible within a 4-day weekend.
Fixed Departures
| Dates | Availability | Price / Person | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Jun 2027 - 8 Jun 2027 | Available (13 seats) | ₹5,500 | |
| 15 Jul 2027 - 18 Jul 2027 | Only 5 seats left | ₹5,500 | |
| 5 Sept 2027 - 8 Sept 2027 | Available (17 seats) | ₹5,500 |
Daily Itinerary Log
Day 1 Manali to Gulaba & trek to Rola Kholi
3,830 m · 7 km trek
Manali to Gulaba & trek to Rola Kholi
Short drive to Gulaba and scenic ascent through pine glades to Rola Kholi camp.
Day 2 Rola Kholi to Bhrigu Lake & return
4,300 m · 10 km trek
Rola Kholi to Bhrigu Lake & return
Trek to the holy alpine lake surrounded by snowfields and return to camp.
Day 3 Rola Kholi to Pandu Ropa
3,600 m · 5 km trek
Rola Kholi to Pandu Ropa
Descent through high-altitude meadows towards the Vashisht ridge.
Day 4 Pandu Ropa to Vashisht / Manali
2,050 m · 3 km trek
Pandu Ropa to Vashisht / Manali
Final descent to Vashisht hot springs and transfer to Manali.
Included
- Alpine tents, sleeping bags & foam mattresses
- All meals (healthy vegetarian mountain menu)
- Certified trek guide and camp staff
- Forest entry permits and camping fees
Excluded
- Transport from Manali to Gulaba (can be added)
- Personal trekking gear
- Backpack offloading
Logistics & FAQs
Basecamp Routing: Gulaba / Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Nearest Airport
Kullu Bhuntar Airport (50 km)
Nearest Railway
Chandigarh Railway Station (310 km)
Overnight Volvo buses run daily from Delhi and Chandigarh to Manali Mall Road.