Bhrigu Lake from Manali — a four-day trek plan

About this departure

Named after the sage Bhrigu, the lake sits in a bowl above the Rohtang road, often half-frozen into June. The trail climbs from Gulaba through rolling alpine meadows to camps at Jonker Thach and Rola Kholi, reaches the lake on the third day and comes down the other side to Vashisht — so you never walk the same ground twice. One of the best first high treks.

Day-by-day itinerary

1. Manali→ Gulaba → Jonker Thach
   Drive up the Rohtang road to Gulaba; a short climb to a meadow camp.
2. Jonker Thach → Rola Kholi
   Higher meadows to the last camp below the lake.
3. Rola Kholi → Bhrigu Lake → Rola Kholi
   An early climb to the lake, time at the top, back to camp.
4. Rola Kholi → Vashisht
   A long descent through forest to Vashisht and the hot springs.

What's included

• Transport from Manali to the start and back
• Tents, sleeping bags and mats
• All meals on the trek
• A trek leader and guides, cooks, porters or mules
• Permits and camping fees
• First-aid kit

Not included

• Travel to Manali
• Personal trekking gear
• Insurance
• Anything not listed as included