Beas Kund Trek
Rs. 20000 per personBeyond Adventure
- Beas Kund Trek is a magnificent high-altitude lake trek in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, leading adventurers through the spectacular Solang Valley to the glacial lake that serves as the source of the Beas River, one of the great rivers of the Punjab. The lake, known as Beas Kund, sits at an elevation of approximately 3,700 meters in a glacially carved bowl surrounded by magnificent peaks including Friendship Peak, Hanuman Tibba, and the Shitidhar range, creating a setting of extraordinary natural beauty and geological grandeur. The trek is accessible from Manali, making it one of the most convenient high-altitude destinations available to visitors to the Kullu Valley.
- The Solang Valley, through which the initial section of the Beas Kund approach passes, is one of the most popular destinations near Manali and is famous for its winter ski slopes and its summer views of snow-covered peaks. The trek quickly leaves the tourist infrastructure of the Solang Valley behind, however, ascending through alpine meadows and crossing glacial streams to reach the more remote terrain of the upper valley. The transition from the accessible lower valley to the wilderness of the upper approaches is one of the pleasures of this trek, with the landscape becoming progressively more dramatic and the sense of remoteness increasing with every hour of walking.
- The high camp before the lake, situated at approximately 3,500 meters, offers magnificent views of the surrounding peaks and provides an ideal base for the final push to Beas Kund itself. The meadows near the high camp are carpeted with alpine wildflowers during the summer months, creating a colorful foreground for the distant snow peaks, and the quality of the camping here is exceptional. The night sky above the high camp, away from the light pollution of Manali, reveals the Milky Way in all its grandeur, providing a reminder of the cosmic context in which these small human adventures take place.
- Beas Kund lake, when reached after the final section of moraine walking, is a place of stark and beautiful simplicity. The dark glacial water sits in a rock and ice basin directly below the glaciers from which the Beas River draws its source, and the silence of the location is broken only by the sound of meltwater trickling into the lake and the occasional rumble of distant ice movement. The knowledge that the water in this remote high-altitude lake will eventually flow through the plains of the Punjab, sustaining millions of people in its agricultural bounty, adds a dimension of geographical wonder to the experience of standing at its source.
Duration: 4 days
Month: April, May, June, September, October, November
Region: Himachal Pradesh
Trek Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Trek fee: 20000
Max Altitude: 3820 meters
Trek distance: 20 km
Best Period:
April to June and September to November
Stay:
Tented Accommodation
Railway Head:
Bhuntar
Food:
Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Meals
WHO CAN JOIN
Age Requirement :
- Minimum Age: 12 years and above
- Experience: Beginners and Experienced Trekkers Recommended for Trekkers
- Fitness: Good Physical Fitness and Endurance Not for persons with High-Altitude Sickness
Fitness Criteria
- The individual must be capable of jogging continuously for at least 20–30 minutes at a steady pace without frequent breaks, extreme breathlessness, or discomfort. Heart rate and breathing should return to near normal within a few minutes after stopping.
- The individual should be able to cycle continuously for 30–60 minutes on flat or mildly uneven terrain without severe exhaustion, knee pain, or breathing distress.
- The individual should be able to carry a backpack weighing approximately 20–25% of their body weight for 1–2 hours while walking, without experiencing shoulder strain, back pain, or imbalance.
- Participants are generally required to have a BMI between 18.5 and 29.9 to be considered fit for trekking, as this range is commonly accepted for managing endurance, load carrying, and altitude-related strain during treks.
How to Reach
Options to Reach
Fly to Bhuntar or take a train to Joginder Nagar, then take a taxi or bus to Manali. From Manali, take a taxi or bus to Naggar, the starting point of the trek.
Take a train to Joginder Nagar/Manali
From Joginder Nagar / Manali take a bus to Naggar
Journey Itinerary
Journey Begins
Trek Day
Summit Day
Return Journey
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Transportation
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Trekking equipment
Excluded
- Medical insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Anything else not included in inclusion
Kids Guidelines
- • The Beas Kund Trek is suitable for children above 12 years of age. However, it's essential to ensure that your child is physically fit and can handle the demands of the trek.
- • Please ensure that your child is accompanied by an adult or a qualified guide at all times.
- • The trek provides a great opportunity for children to learn about nature, adventure, and the local culture. The trek is a great way to bond with your child and create lifelong memories.
- • Please ensure that your child follows all safety guidelines and instructions provided by the guide or trek leader.
- • The trek is a great way to introduce your child to the world of adventure and nature.
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