How Difficult Is The Bhrigu Lake Trek in Himachal Pradesh | How To Prepare For It | Indiahikes

Bhrigu Lake is rated as ‘moderate’. To give an overview, you start from Manali at an altitude of 6,725 ft and reach an altitude of 14,009 ft in a matter of 4 days. This means you steadily ascend to the lake. The relentless climb tests your endurance. This trek is good for fit first-time trekkers.
There are other aspects too that raise the difficulty of the trek. In this video, Swathi Chatrapathy, Head of Digital Content at Indiahikes, takes you through the difficult sections of the trek.
Watching this video mentally prepares you for the challenges of the Bhrigu Lake trek.
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[@rrk0309]

I did this trek in June first week from Gulaba in 3 days and 2 nights out of which the third day was exclusively for birding while descending back. The ascent was steep on the first day going from 2900 to 3800m to Raoli Kholi base camp. There was six feet snow in some patches on further ascent from base camp to the lake which I covered in the morning on the second day. I could do some snow sliding as well due to the expanse of snow. It was a great experience to study and observe the flora and avian biodiversity as the whole place lies within the Manali National Park.

[@brijeshpatel6953]

Through which organisation?

[@muralinreddy4488]

Did this trek in last year June in one day.. started from Vasist and descended the same way back.. total elevation gain was 2100m.. but i don't understand why people take 2 to 3 days from Gulaba just for 1100m elevation. I would consider it as Significant from Vasist and moderate from Gulaba.

[@user-df1ro8ww1k]

but does gulaba have better views than vasisth, it would defeat the purpose of going through the latter

[@hikewithnaveen6067]

Did this trek in a single day in April from Vasisth it's little easy from gulaba side it seems will try from gulaba in September 💪

[@trekzindia7141]

Same here kothi is around 3000 meters itself 🙏

[@bosshoss9684]

Hi, does it snow in april there? I was planning to go on April

[@user-df1ro8ww1k]

"from gulaba it seems"? what does that mean, could you please explain

[@ruch_ayli]

Hey madam👋 I’m planning to go trekking to Bhrigu Lake. I’m 27 years old, weight 93 kg, with height of 5.5 ft. My stamina level is decent; I play cricket and other outdoor sports regularly, and I also walk for 1 to 1.5 hours daily. However, I have doubts about whether my body and legs will be able to support me during the trek. Can you give me some advice?

[@souravbhattacharyya1849]

Is it advisable to go for Bhrigu Lake Trek during mid of August? In many articles I am reading at that time there are landslides due to heavy rain. And some other article says Aug is one of the best time to explore this. Wanted to know your thoughts. Is very heavy rain expected at that time?

[@sushrutkinge6835]

++1 (same question)

[@Indiahikes]

August is a very good time to do the trek, especially because this trek has a small window when it is accessible, between late June and late September. That's just about three months. Before and after that, there's too much snow, blocking off the trail. We've been doing this trek for 4-5 years in monsoon with no issues whatsoever. Having said that, it does rain. You will need to prepare mentally to trek through rain. But it doesn't rain all the time or something. It may rain on one day out of four. Depends a bit on your luck. On the other hand, landslides have not occurred anywhere on the trekking trail. They may occur on the road journey, but we haven't faced too many. If they occur, they are usually cleared out within hours and travel carries on. So you can go ahead and plan the trek in August. It's the greenest month to see this trek!

[@souravbhattacharyya1849]

@@Indiahikes Thank you so much!

[@trekzindia7141]

Better to go in September or on clear day in August otherwise there will be no views 🙏

[@PROyaegerist]

hello !! me and my friends are planning this trek from 16june -18june. i know you recommend june end but we are short in time and proceed with 16-18june. are the dates fine ?

[@swarag1998]

Hey swathi, I'm preparing for hampta pass trek in June ending, I'm walking (and running) a total of 5km in 45 minutes and also climbing 15 floors a day. Other than that I don't do any exercises. Will this be enough or should I add other workouts? Please please reply

[@saloninankani8944]

I did hampta pass last year.. it was surreal.. ♥️ you made a great choice.. I didn't do any kind of exercise before that , I mean it when I say "any".. I did face some issues like being tired after walking for 30-40min but I managed somehow.. ( i was on a verge of breakdown one day because I was so tired and the weather decided to test me too by raining all along making it more hard) it all depends on the leader too.. I went with a company from my hometown .. the leader did not let me lose hope.. So I would suggest you to focus on walking more than concentrating on how much time it takes you. If you can walk 10-12km in 2hours you're doing good. All the best 💞

[@swarag1998]

@@saloninankani8944 hey, thank you so much for the reply. I was really scared of the fitness level needed for the trek, but after reading your reply I feel that the trek is going to be great 👍. Which type of clothes would you suggest me for the trek? Winter wear or quechua quick dry? Also you took rental shoes?

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Swara, What you’re doing right now is quite good. In addition to this, do a few core workouts and lower body exercises, like squats or planks. Try and reduce the 45 minutes to 40 minutes. That will help too. We hope you’re stretching well before and after your workout, to avoid any injuries!

[@Rachit_28]

Hey Swathi, We are traveling on this treck on 25th July Will this be good idea to go at this time ?? Note- this would be my first treck. Btw great explanation 🙌

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Rachit :) Yes, this is a beautiful time to do The Bhrigu Lake Trek. Most of the snow on the trek has melted and the meadows around the lake also start emerging as you pass mid-July. But monsoons are at it’s peak so you can expect rainfall, but not enough to hamper your trek.

[@Rachit_28]

@@Indiahikesokay noted. So happy to get response from your side 🙌... Thank you so much.

[@urdushayri5660]

Hi rachit i just completed today this trek not from gulaba...

[@mukulsharma9983]

Hi maam, dowe get network on cell phone throughout the trek?

[@manmeet447]

Good advice

[@rushikeshmistry8255]

Will it be rain like it will spoil the trek or excellent meadows in September as I had booked through India hikes on 8th September

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Rushi, rain won't spoil the meadows. Infact it makes the trek more green and alive:) Wish you a wonderful trek!

[@rohanmajumder8715]

what will be the best time to do this trek this year if I want to witness the frozen bhrigu lake ? but greenary on the trail

[@neerajkumarsharma2026]

do it in May

[@mahipalsingh657]

What is the time to trek brighu lake and how much will India hike charge per person

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Mahipal, Between June and September is a good time to do this trek. In June, you'll see a frozen Bhrigu Lake. As the months progress, it becomes more and more green. August and September are very green. You'll find the cost, itinerary and all other details on this page - indiahikes.com/bhrigu-lake

[@sneharith5094]

Which is the best month to visit here?

[@Indiahikes]

Hi, June to September is the best time to do the Bhrigu Lake trek :)

[@kismetwheel9941]

Excellent

[@vishakhasharma9112]

Hi Swathi, Can 3 absolute begineers with decent fitness level do this trek in DIY style? We ar eplanning to do this withiut guide

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Vishakha, You can do the trek without a guide. This will mean that you read up and prepare really well for the trek. We are encouraging more trekkers to take up the DIY style of trekking. To support this, we have DIY trekking kits available. For more details, see here: indiahikes.com/diy-treks-page

[@shivangiumarye8652]

Can this trek be done in October end

[@palashdas2209]

We are planning for Bhrigu Lake trek in December end...is this possible? Any suggestions or any help?

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Palash, we do not recommend doing Bhrigu Lake trek in December. There will be lot of snow and it would be difficult to do the trek. Best time we would suggest is April, May or post monsoon in September, October. Visit our website to get more info. indiahikes.com/bhrigu-lake

[@bosshoss9684]

I want to do this trek on April, should I? Will there be snow?

[@Indiahikes]

Hi, April is not the right time to do the Bhrigu lake trek. The season starts from June end. Know more about the best time to do the trek here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZnbnIyafJ2Kf8k

[@abhiksen8998]

Best time for bhrigu lake and pls do a video on the sister trek of beaskund also :)

[@Indiahikes]

Surely, coming up! :)

[@swathichatrapathy1058]

I think you missed this video on the best time to do the Bhrigu Lake trek - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZnbnIyafJ2Kf8k Hope this helps!

[@dineshktg9197]

Did Bhrigu lake trek In a day

[@punekarvivek5114]

Do we need any permits to trek bhrigu lake ?

[@amankatoch5665]

No

[@divyanshpachauri543]

How about doing this on 27th feb to 2nd march?

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Divyansh, Feb or March is not the right time to do the Bhrigu lake trek. Excess of snow makes it difficult to navigate during this season. Monsoon season is an ideal season for Himachal treks. Refer to our trek page for more details on how the trek looks like during this season - indiahikes.com/bhrigu-lake#best-time

[@johnsmith-uw7wv]

What trek I can do in December in manali

[@Indiahikes]

Hi John, there are no treks that you can do in December in Manali. Manali tends to receive excess snow during winters and this makes trekking challenging. However, there are treks in Uttarakhand that you can do during winter season. You can check them out here - indiahikes.com/upcoming-treks

[@Neha_dhanesha]

Is it the right time to do this is may 2023 ?

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Aman, in May you will find a lot of snow during your final ascent to Bhrigu lake. This makes it difficult to reach the lake. June to September is the best time to do the trek. You can read more about best time to do the trek here - indiahikes.com/bhrigu-lake#best-time

[@AK56fire]

I'm currently in Vashishta as on 21.07.2023. If anyone's willing to trek along with me to Bhrigu Lake (I'm travelling solo) then do let me know by replying to this comment. I'm hoping to do this trek in 1 day, through Vashishta route.

[@kapilyadav2854]

Hy any plan fr other trek

[@AK56fire]

I'm currently in kasol.

[@suvadipdas3101]

What's the best time?

[@swathichatrapathy1058]

This video on the best time to do the Bhrigu Lake trek will help you :) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZnbnIyafJ2Kf8k

[@sharvarimongarkar1955]

Can a short height people trek to brighu lake?

[@abhishekagarwal8139]

I was considering brighu lake trek for june but as you said june would have snow and july August and September would have greenery and I want to experience greenery. So which trek would you recommend me for second week of June where I can witness lot of greenery and serenity

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Abhishek This year (2022), due to the heat wave there are only a couple of small patches of snow left around Bhrigu Lake, so you don’t really have to worry about it. Another amazing alternative is Beas Kund, with its lush green meadows and flowers blooming all around. Most of our trek leaders have been raving about the greenery in the valley, and they have done the best of treks.

[@brijeshpatel6953]

​@@Indiahikeshi I m planning for this June 2024 .. is that possibility of snow at bhirgu lake

[@dineshktg9197]

I did this trek in 7 hours

[@anjalirohilla3997]

Can we do this trek without guide if we are doing trekking for the first time?

[@vineetamendiratta5121]

Wow!