Bara Bhangal is one of the hardest and most thrilling treks in Himachal Pradesh. The steep and
strenuous climb becomes worth it when one captures the incredible view of peaks like
Indrasan, Deo Tibba, and Hanuman Tibba. This trek will make you witness the mighty
Dhauladhar and Pin Panjal range and meanwhile refrain you from returning to the chaotic city
life. The first day of the eleven days may be taking you through the thick forests but gives you the
awesome views of a couple of peaks at the gap and the alpine plateau studded with a thick
boom of alpine plant life in the ultimate leg. Crossing the stunning flow, after some of the steep
descents, it will take you to the bottom of the Kalihani Pass. Following which there could be
lengthy and laborious days of hiking through the considerable stretches of scree and moraine
until you attain the Kalihani Glacier. The trails then go through the Ravi River with a wide
deodar wooded area encircling it. The glimpses of Kangra Valley from the top of Thamsar will
share some greater strength to you to perform the venture of completing the trek with utmost
thrill.
What is included in the tour
- All arrangements for staying and camping while on trip
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis in tents / hotel.
- All meals as mentioned in the itinerary & safe drinking water.
- All trekking arrangements with experienced guiding team, camp staff and cooks
- Peak fee / sanctuary fee / royalty / permits where applicable
What is NOT included in the tour
- Flights not included in the above-mentioned cost
- Any transfers or meals outside of itinerary
- Porterage for the rugsacks
- Bottled water
- Items of personal clothing
- Expenses of any personal nature (laundry / phone calls / alcohol / cigarettes / insurance / camera fee / etc.)
- Any expense incurred due to force of nature such as landslides, bad weather or reasons beyond our control
- Tips & gratuities (we recommend 5-10% of your trip cost- to be distributed among the team) – personal choice
- Travel & cancellation insurance
- Travel from Delhi and back by road.
- Camping
- Star-Gazing
- Photography
- Flora & Fauna
- Kalihani Pass
- Stay at Bara Bhangal Village
- Thamsar Pass
- Billing
Day 1: MANALI TO LAMADUGH (10,000 Ft)
Distance: 6 Kms
Time: 5 Hrs
On day 1 of this beautiful trek, we will move from Manali to Lamadugh. Lamadugh is at an
elevation of 10,000 feet. The whole journey will take about 6 to 7 hours. We will start the trek
following the route that is behind the Hadimba Temple. The path transforms into a forest in no
time. Although there is a school from where you can replenish your water supplies, still carry 1-
2 liters of water with yourself. Voyaging across the Manali Sanctuary, we will pass through pine
deodar, and cedar trees. Moving along, following a steep path for 2-3 hours, we will come
across Beas valley. Few kilometers further into the trek, we will reach Lamadugh.
Day 2: LAMADUGH (10,000 Ft) TO RIYALI THACH (11,965 Ft)
Distance: 10 Kms
Time: 7 Hrs
This will be one of the most interesting days on the trek. We will try to start the journey as early
as possible. After completing a delicious breakfast, we will start the trek from Lamadugh to
Riyali Thatch. The slope becomes steep, and the meadows open up. From here, you can see the
route to Rohtang Pass. Moving ahead, you will be drenched in the beauty of the intriguing
peaks like the Dhauladhar and Hanuman Tibba. You will pass through the meadows
encompassing Riyali. Walking for 2 hours and crossing a few shepherd’s huts, you will reach
Riyali Thatch.
Day 3: RIYALI THACH (11,965 Ft) TO KALIHANI BASE CAMP (13,123 Ft)
Distance: 8 Kms
Time: 7 Hrs
This will be day 3 on this trek. On this day, we must reach Kalihani Base Camp. This is the base
camp of one of the best high-altitude treks in India. Straightaway, after breakfast, we will leave
the previous campsite and move along a bunch of trees. Few kilometers into the trek, the vast
meadows open. From here, we can spot the Kalihani Pass. Crossing a gushing river, we will
finally reach Kalihani Base Camp.
Day 4: KALIHANI BASE CAMP (13,123 Ft) TO DEV KI MARHI (12,630 Ft) VIA KALIHANI PASS (15,501 Ft)
Distance: 14 Kms
Time: 8 Hrs
The initial part of today’s trail is through moraine followed by steep ascent through scree. Cross
another moraine section before reaching the Kalihani glacier and starting the steep climb to the
pass. After the pass, the trail crosses another glacier and four alpine lakes. From here, walk
along the Kalihani nallah on the moraine field till the campsite.
Day 5: DEV KI MARHI (12,630 Ft) TO DAL MARHI (12,795 Ft)
Distance: 13 Kms
Time: 7 Hrs
The trail first crosses over the Kalihani Nullah and descends into the oak and birch forests. Most
of path then is flat with few ups and downs.The path crosses a few streams that were joining the
main Kalihani Nala. There is short section affected by landslide that needs to be negotiated
with caution. Just before the end of day though is a steep climb before you arrive at the Dal
Marhi campsite.
Day 6: DAL MARHI (12,795 Ft) TO BARA BHANGAL (9,514 Ft)
Distance: 15 Kms
Time: 6 Hrs
The trail first crosses over the Kalihani Nullah and descends into the oak and birch forests. Most
of path then is flat with few ups and downs.The path crosses a few streams that were joining
the main Kalihani Nala. There is short section affected by landslide that needs to be negotiated
with caution. Just before the end of day though is a steep climb before you arrive at the Dal
Marhi campsite.
Day 7: REST DAY AT BARA BHANGAL
This day will serve as a rest day in order to properly acclimatize to the conditions at this high
elevation as well as to get rid of all the fatigue. You can still roam around and explore the local
culture and setting. We will take on the further trek with full energy the next day.
Day 8: BARA BHANGAL (9514 Ft) TO MARHI (12,565 Ft)
Distance: 8 Kms
Time: 7 Hrs
Today we will start climbing towards the next big pass, Thamsar. The trail winds up through
pine, deodar and birch forests with mountain streams to break the monotony. The campsite at
Marhi is near the base of the Thamsar glacier.
Day 9: MARHI (12,565 Ft) TO PLACHAK (12,565 ft) VIA THAMSAR PASS (15,994 Ft)
Distance: 10 Kms
Time: 8 Hrs
Another day of steep ascent over morraine, scree and glacier. The climb is broken by a small
lake just below the pass. From on top of Thamsar, you will get your first glimpse of the lush
Kangra valley. On the other side of the pass, a steep, long descent till you reach the
campsite at Plachak, well below the tree line. Ay of the trek so far. The path is flat and easy,
passing through pine forests with many mountain streams. The valley widens and you get great
views of the open Kangra valley.
Day 10: PLACHAK TO RAJGUNDHA (8,005 Ft) TO BILLING (7,874 Ft)
Distance: 8 Kms
Time: 5 Hrs
The easiest day of the trek so far. The path is flat and easy, passing through pine forests with
many mountain streams. The valley widens and you get great views of the open Kangra valley.
A vehicle will be ready to drop you to Dharamshala.
Day 11: RESERVE DAY
Reserve a day in case the weather does not permit us to cross the pass. If a reserve day is used
then participants will have to pay an extra amount on spot to the trek leader.
