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.
Choose Your Package Tier
Basecamp Tier (Gulaba)
Ex-Gulaba: All-inclusive trek, alpine tents, nutritious meals, permits, NIM/WFR guide & medical kit.
- ✓ Reporting at Gulaba Basecamp
- ✓ 4-Season alpine tents & sleeping bags
- ✓ All hot vegetarian mountain meals
- ✓ Forest permits, oxygen & oximeter checks
With Transit (Manali Base Hotel + Transfers)
Most PopularIncludes round-trip basecamp transport (Manali Base Hotel + Transfers) plus all trek inclusions, permits & gear.
- ✓ Round-trip shared SUV/Tempo (Manali Base Hotel + Transfers)
- ✓ Basecamp homestay/hotel night included
- ✓ 4-Season alpine tents & sleeping bags
- ✓ Forest permits, oxygen & NIM/WFR guide
Upcoming Fixed Departures
Live Strapi Inventory| Departure Dates | Batch Status | Base Price / Climber | 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 |
Day-by-Day Trail Itinerary
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.
Camp-to-Camp Elevation Profile
Altitude Gradient & Waypoint Profile
Himalayan Weather & Micro-Climate Index
Typical seasonal ranges from basecamp field logs — not a live sensor feed.
Feels like 11°C (Clear Alpine Sky)
North-Westerly Breeze
Mild acclimatization required
Cat 3/4 Polarized Lenses Required
5-Day Seasonal Outlook
High-Altitude Physiology & Acclimatization Lab
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.
Included in Package
- ✓ Alpine tents, sleeping bags & foam mattresses
- ✓ All meals (healthy vegetarian mountain menu)
- ✓ Certified trek guide and camp staff
- ✓ Forest entry permits and camping fees
Exclusions
- × Transport from Manali to Gulaba (can be added)
- × Personal trekking gear
- × Backpack offloading
How to Reach Basecamp & FAQs
Basecamp Reporting: Gulaba / Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Overnight Volvo buses run daily from Delhi and Chandigarh to Manali Mall Road.