Bara Bhangal Trek

BEST SEASON: MAY – SEPTEMBER

CATEGORY: TREKKING

REGION: HIMACHAL PRADESH

PARENT RANGE: HIMALAYAS

BASE VILLAGE: KULLU MANALI

GRADE: CHALLENGINNG

MAX ALTITUDE: 900 mts / 10824 ft

BEST SEASON: MAY – SEPTEMBER

Bara Bhangal Trek

Overview

Located at an altitude of 8468 feet, Bara Bhangal trek is the most challenging trek amongst all the terrains in Himachal Pradesh. Bara Bhangal Trek is an alpine terrain between Kangra, Chamba and Kullu valley. This trek offers the best view of Western Himalayas. This trail will take you through different altitudes and crosses several high mountain passes. You can capture the magnificent views of peaks like Indrasan, Deo Tibba and Hanuman Tibba. The evergreen valley is dotted with alpine forests and shelters various birds and animals.

Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi - Manali (575 Kilometre/13 To14 Hours)

From Delhi catch the AC Volvo bus departing for Manali in the evening. It will be an overnight voyage.

Day 2: Arrive Manali

After reaching Manali Bus Stand our executive will receive you and from there get the transfer to check-in to a hotel. On this day you can relax at the hotel for some time and in the afternoon you can visit the Old Manu Rishi Temple, the prominent Hadimba Devi Temple, and then head back to your hotel. Later in the evening time, you can roam around the Mall Road. We will enjoy our night stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Manali - Lama Dugh (3017 Meters)

Today, after having wholesome breakfast, we will begin our trail and move forward to our destination Lama Dugh, it will be a voyage of approx. 4 hours. On the way, we will ascend all the way through dense forest. On the trail as, we step forward and gain altitude in the precipitous ascend, the, we can see the majestic views of the Deo Tibba, Indrasan, and the captivating peaks of Bara Shingri glacier. In the last phase of the trail, the path turns in the right direction and then we go across the ridge horizontally and afterwards soon, we enter the campsite location set up on an extensive alpine plateau adorned with the dense growth of the blossoming alpine flowers. We will enjoy and spend the night in the camp set up in peaceful surrounds.

Day 4: Lama Dugh - Riyali Thach (3400 Meters)

This morning after having healthy breakfast, we will depart from Lama Dugh and proceed to our next destination Riyali Thach, it will be a journey of around 3 hours. Today, the trek will pass through vertical ridge located below Khand Pari Tibba (4000 Meters). From this location, you get the opportunity to see and capture an awe-inspiring view of Manali, situated on the left side bank of Beas River and the entire upper Kullu valley that appears spectacular from the location and is a visual delight for the trekkers. We will be staying overnight in the camps set up in Riyali Thach.

Day 5: Riyali Thach - Base Of Kalihani Pass (4010 Meters)

On this day, we will move ahead to the Base of Kalihani Pass, located at an altitude of 4010 meters. Initially, the trail will progress over the open meadows and then later it will be followed by a precipitous descent towards a stream. After we cross the stream, the trail continues in a precipitous ascend for about 3 hours till we reach the base of the Kalihani Pass where the camp is located. From the campsite location, you can glimpse and capture the fabulous views of the Indrasan peaks and the Deo Tibba in your camera. We will enjoy the overnight stay in the camp.

Day 6: Base Of Kalihani - Devi Ki Marhi (3850 Meters) Through Kalihani Pass (4725 Meters)

Today, in the early morning after having healthy breakfast, we will start off our trekking to the Devi ki Marhi on the way passing through Kalihani Pass. It will be a long trip which will take about 8 hours. On this trekking trail, we will start with a vertical climb to the pass and cross an extensive stretch of scree, the moraine, and the spectacular Kalihani glacier. We will stop for some time to have some rest and explore the pass to get an impressive 360-degree view of the hanging glaciers, the Dhauladhar ranges and the Pir Panjal. Further, a vertical descent from another glacier and 4 stunning glacial lakes will lead you towards the camp located at the Gaddi campsite of the Devi ki Marhi. We will enjoy the overnight stay at the camp set up in Devi ki Marhi.

Day 7: Devi Ki Marhi - Dal Marhi (3900 Meters)

Today after having wholesome breakfast in the morning, we will leave from Devi ki Marhi to our next destination Dal Marhi, it will be a voyage of approx. 6 hours. At first, the transverse from the Kalihani Nullah and then descends towards the dense birch and the oak forest. After that, most part of the trail is even with a few ascends and descends on the way. In the end of the day, you will pass through a vertical climb before you reach the campsite located at the Dal Marhi. Take pleasure of the magnificent surrounds and enjoy the exclusive overnight stay in the camp.

Day 8: Dal Marhi - Bara Bhangal (2882 Meters)

This morning, after wholesome breakfast, we will move ahead to visit Bara Bhangal, it will be again a trip of approx. 6 hours. The trail from here continues downwards to the River Ravi into the dense deodar forest, towards the one and only big village located in the valley, of Bara Bhangal. We will enjoy the overnight stay in the camp/tents set up in Bara Bhangal.

Day 9: Bara Bhangal - Marhi (3830 Meters)

On this day, we will start the trail climbing in the direction of the next gigantic pass, Thamsar. The trail to reach the destination will take around 5 hours and winds up all the way through verdant deodar, pine, and birch forests with several mountain torrents to on the way break the monotony of the trail. The campsite is situated at Marhi which is close to the base of the Thamsar glacier. We will enjoy the overnight stay in the camp set up at Marhi.

Day 10: Marhi - Plachak (2721m) Through Thamsar Pass (4878 Meters)

Today, in the early morning after having the breakfast, we will move ahead for another trail with a precipitous ascent passing over the scree, moraine, and glacier. The ascend is broken down by a tiny lake located just underneath the pass. After reaching the pinnacle of the Thamsar Pass, we will get the very first glance of the fabulous Kangra valley. From the other side of the pass, it is again a vertical, elongated tumble down till we reach our campsite located at Plachak. We will enjoy the overnight stay in the camp.

Day 11: Plachak - Billing (2310 Meters) - Dharamshala - Delhi

After wholesome breakfast in the morning, we will at first advance towards Rajgundha and then in the direction of Billing. So far, this will be one of the easiest days of the trek in the entire trail. The pathway is mostly even in which we will pass through the dense pine forests with several mountain torrents on the way. After continuing the journey for some time the valley widens up and you get to see spectacular views of the entire Kangra valley. From here a vehicle will pick up you from Billing and take you to Dharamshala. After reaching Dharamshala board the AC Volvo coach departing for Delhi at 16:30PM. It will be an overnight trip.

Day 12: Arrive Delhi

You will reach Delhi early in the morning and here the trip and our services come to an end.

In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled or change of dates might happen, and in such cases the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.

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It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organizing your trip at least three months in advance. Please contact us for more information. Payment for booking your experience: The fee can be paid by Online Bank Transfer(NEFT)/Cheque deposit/ Demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your booking confirmation details via email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can secure your reservation efficiently and make further arrangements to logistics. In the event of cancellation of your booking due to any avoidable / unavoidable circumstances at your end, we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the date we receive the advice in writing, and cancellation charges would be as follows: -

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    As adventurous as it may seem, the trek can get dangerous at times if you are not precautionary enough. So it is advisable for a trekker to gear up with all the significant things such as :

    · Glares/Glasses for the eyes, keeping in mind the snowy and windy weather one faces during the trip.
    · Snowshoes, often known as crampons, with a perfect grip,
    · Facemask for the face.
    · Thermals and warm clothes for trekking in minus temperature.
    · Medical kits are a must.
    · And most importantly, get well acquainted with the ice layer conditions. It's a lot better to have a guide along. The safety lies in the numbers, larger the group, better the safety.

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    Experience of any high altitude trek at least 1 trek

    · The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance in 45minutes without a stress.
    · The climber should be able to carry a 10 kg backpack.
    · Heart problem, high blood pressure, asthma, and epilepsy cannot be reconciled on this mission. The climber must not have the conditions mentioned above.

    Back pack & rain cover (50 - 60 ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps
    · Day pack + rain cover 20 - 30 ltr (If hire a mule or porter)
    · Walking stick Advisable (At least one)
    · Head torch 1 Nos.
    · Water bottle/Hydration pack 2 bottles of one litre each
    · People who use hydration pack
    · 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter
    · Carry at least one thermos flask
    · Snacks Energy bars, dry fruits, electral/ors
    · Personal Medical Kit Consult your doctor
    · T-shirts 2 Full sleeves (Non-cotton)
    · Fleece T-shirts 1 Nos.

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