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13 Days/12 Nights
Daily Tour
30 people
English, Hindi
Bara Bhangal trek is one of the most toughest trek routes in Himachal Pradesh and is recommended for all those people who are looking for some hard core trek. The journey takes one through different altitude levels at every hour and crosses three high altitude mountain passes – Manali Pass, Kalihani Pass and Thamsar Pass.
Note: If you are staying already in Manali, take a direct cab for Rumsu village (26 km)
✔️Trekking shoes : Carry water proof trekking shoes with good grip and ankle support. Do not carry sports shoes.
✔️Three layers of warm clothes : Carry two or three-layer jackets, fleece jackets and a padded jacket.
✔️Two/Three trek pants : Carry light cotton trek pants. Denim/jeans and shorts are not suitable for trekking.
✔️Three t-shirts (collared/dri-fit) : Full sleeved t-shirts that prevent sun burns on the neck and arms. Carry one or two dri-fit t-shirts.
✔️Thermals : Carry thermals (top and bottom).
✔️Sunglasses : Sunglasses are mandatory. There will be lot of snow on the trek and can cause snow blindness.
✔️Cap : At high altitude, the sun is extra harsh so carry a cap to protect yourself.
✔️Water proof hand gloves : Carry water proof gloves and avoid woollen gloves as they will get wet if you touch snow.
✔️Socks (3-4 pairs) and a pair of woollen socks : Apart from two sports socks, you can take a pair of woollen socks for the night.
✔️Headlamp/LED torch : Mandatory
✔️Raincoat/Ponchos : At high altitudes, snowfall and rain are quite common and it’s mandatory to carry a poncho so that you don’t get wet. The trek will continue as planned even during rainfall.
✔️Lunch box and water bottle : Every participant should have their personal lunch box and a water bottle [insulated type].
✅ Accommodation (3 sharing tent)
✅ Meals (Breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner)
✅ Rucksack (60L + rain cover)
✅ Camping charges (forest and camping permissions)
✅ Trekking equipment (High quality tent, sleeping bag etc)
✅ Gaiters (to protect your shoes from snow)
✅ Safety equipment (advance first-aid kit)
✅ Expert trek Leaders (certified trek and camp leaders)
✅ Expert Trek Support Team (cook, helpers etc)
✅ GST 5%
✅ Personal Insurance (via ASC 360)
❎ Transportation and food to and from the base camp
❎ Backpack offloading charges
❎ Any Personal Expenses
❎ Cost of Emergency
✔️Original and photocopy of government photo identity card- (Aadhar card)
✔️Medical Certificate (signed by a registered MBBS doctor)
✔️NOC form (signed by the participant)
click here to download medical certificate and NOC
All the participants will report at Rumsu base camp by 8 AM and will undergo registration process. Freshening up and breakfast will happen at the base camp. Post breakfast we will go for an acclimatization walk.
Lunch at 1 PM. Post lunch orientation. Orientation will cover all the general instructions that could be helpful for the trek like backpacking, marching technique and medical awareness. Post snacks we will have an ice breaking session.
Overnight stay at Rumsu base camp.
The trek starts from the Hadimba Temple(2050 meters) and climbs up the Deodar forest and dense wild grasses to Lama Dugh(3,000 meters).. Meanwhile in the trek, one can keep getting amazing aerial views of Manali. The trek route is steep at some places is steep but takes a total of 5 to 6 hours for Lama Dugh campsite. The campsite is just next to a stream surrounded with green meadow.
The trek from Lama Dugh climbs further up to a height of 3,800 meters taking one to Manali Pass. The views of Chandrakhani, Deo Tibba, Pir Panjal Range and Dhauladhar Range are stunning from here. The trek continues at 3,800 meters for an hour and then descends for Riyali Thach campsite at 3,400 meters.
The trek from Riyali Thach to Base of Kalihani takes around 6 to 7 hours. The trail enters into Oak Forest for an hour, crosses the Patlikuhal Nala coming from Kalihani twice and ascends for another 4 hours to reach Base of Kalihani Pass(Shinghor Campsite) at 3,800 meters. The place is visited commonly by shepherd people to graze their flocks for its rich pastures.
The trek starts early from Base of Kalihani for the pass. The trail goes steep via some moraines and glacier walk for Kalihani top at 4,800 meters. The views of Mani Mahesh, Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges are stunning from here. Descend further via glacier walk to reach Kalihani Lake campsite. The campsite is just next to a series of three glaciated lake.
The trek from Kalihani lake to Devi ki Marhi is a gradual descend but it’s difficult as the major part of the trek goes on moraines and gullies. The entire trek lies next to the kalihani river that joins other tributaries to form Ravi at Bara Banghal. Devi ki Marhi campsite is just next to the river and has a temple related to one of the local deity of shepherds.
The trek from Devi ki Marhi starts with crossing of the stream in the morning when the flow is low. The trek then continues again next to the Kalihani river for some part with two major climbs for Dal Ki Marhi campsite. The entire place is very commonly visited by shepherds with their flocks from Kangra district for it’s rich pastures.
The trek from Dal Ki Marhi campsite climbs again for 200 meters till 3,700 meters, continues for an hour at the same height before descending to 2,400 meters of Bara Banghal. The trek is long and takes around total of 7 hours with 4 to 5 hours of descend towards Bara Banghal. Encounter birch, blue pine and rhododendron forest on the way before entering into the farmlands of the local villagers.
The trek from Bara Bangal to Marh(Base camp for Thamsar Pass) is a long climb of 1,400 meters along the left bank of Thamsar Nala for 4 to 5 hours before one crosses the Nala and comes on the right bank.The trail then continues for another 2 hours with an easy climb and last hour a steep climb for Marh campsite.
The trek from Marh for Thamsar Pass starts early and goes past two glacial lakes. The views of Pir Panjal Range and Mani Mahesh from the pass are breathtaking. Descend for an hour and cross a large glacial lake on the way to reach Bhed Pal campsite. The campsite is at the confluence of tributaries which form Ulh River.
The trek from Bhed Pal Campsite continues to the left bank of Ulh River across spruce, oak and rhododendron forest. Plachak campsite has a forest rest house too.
The trek from Plachak to Bada Gran continues on the right bank for around 2 hours, cross the river and then continue for another 2 hours to reach Bada Gran village.
Departure will be given at 4 PM from Bada Gran. Transport facility are available from the village for Billing, Mandi and Dharmshala.
Bara Bhangal Trek is a difficult level trek and is recommended for experienced trekkers. One should have a minimum of two Himalayan Trekking experiences to participate for it.
Bara Bhangal takes minimum of 13 days for just the trek. Keep away extra to explore Bir in the end.
The best time for the trek is August and September month.
At 15,500 feet, this place is mostly ventured by shepherds and a handful of trekkers. With moderate climb followed by steep uphill trek accounts for the most incredible journey during the whole trek.
The average temperature in the daytime will be 12°C to 18°C and in night it could be 0°C to 4°C.
One must bring enough pair of clothes and best-quality trekking boots (Water proof) to cover the whole trek carefully and does not face any difficulties due to cold.
Preparing yourself well before coming for and Himalayan trek is really important. Bara Bhangal is a difficult trek and requires prime level of fitness.
Basic physical fitness you can achieve by routinely doing a 20-30 min cardio exercises like running, skipping, crunches, squats. Work on your calf muscles, knees and thighs.
Apart from basic physical fitness you need to be properly acclimatized before starting the trek so keep you body well hydrated and rest enough after reaching the base camp.
There is no mobile connectivity in the trek except for the first two days.
