Bhrigu Lake Trek

The Bhrigu Lake Trek distance is around 26 kilometres (round trip), depending on the specific route taken.

The Bhrigu Lake trek takes around 3-4 days to complete, but it can be completed in one day. However, one needs to be highly experienced and physically fit to complete it in a single day.

The Bhrigu Lake trek distance from Gulaba is around 15 kilometres. The trek offers a rewarding experience to hikers from across the globe with a 360 ° panoramic view.

The summer season is the best for the Bhrigu Lake trek, as the weather is quite pleasant and the absence of snowfall makes the trek easily doable without much difficulty.

The Bhrigu Lake trek route from Delhi is through Manali.  Gulaba is the starting point of the trek.  Then, trek for about 6 km up to Rola Kohli. It takes about 5-6 hours; further participate in a 5-6 hour long trek to the Bhrigu Lake, covering around 10 kilometres.

June to September (Summer): Summer is the best time to visit the Bhirgu Lake Trek as the weather is quite favourable for trekking. The absence of snowfall and the clear skies make the trek more manageable without any difficulties. The temperatures during the night remain above 5 °C, while daytime temperatures range below 20 °C.

Mid-December to late February is the period when you would see snowfall and the whole area transforming into a winter wonderland. The snow begins to melt from March to April. 

Age: Children should have a minimum age limit of 12 (and must be 

accompanied by their guardians or parents, whereas the maximum age limit is 62 for the Bhrigu Lake Trek. If you’re above 62, consult a doctor before coming on this trek.

Fitness: 

• People with the capability of running 4 kilometres in around 30 minutes are considered a decent fit for this trek.
• To improve your fitness level, start with stretching (to avoid any muscle pain or strain) and move on to exercising vigorously daily for about an hour.
• Include exercises like burpees, climbing stairs, jogging, lunges, squats, cycling, and push-ups are some of the suggested fitness regimes that you should follow to boost your stamina and experience a lifetime experience without struggling on your journey.

If you’re planning a trek to Bhrigu Lake, you’re expected to carry some of the essential items. The essential trekking items are mentioned below:

• Any of the mentioned government identity proof cards, such as the Aadhar card, driver’s license, voter ID, or passport. (for identification purposes).
• Trekking essentials include a rucksack or a backpack (waterproof), and a rain cover or a raincoat is a must.
• Clothing: a fleece T-shirt and a lower, waterproof, and warm jacket, a warmer, a pair of warm gloves, a pair of warm socks, UV-protected shades, and a cap or hat.
• Shoes: Good-branded trekking shoes will be a great option that will provide a great grip on uneven or slippery surfaces, which regular shoes lack. Trekking shoes from a good brand will protect you from strains or bruises. Quechua is one of the best brands that you can go for.
• Toiletries: One must carry a small pack of toothpaste, a face wash, a toothbrush, napkins, paper soaps, hand sanitisers, sunscreen with good SPF, moisturisers, and lip balms (to avoid any cracks or dryness).
• Instant Energy: For instant energy while on the Bhrigu Lake trek, kindly carry chocolate bars, dry fruits, and some snacks to get energised instantly.

• Medication: Also, carry any pain relief sprays to get immediate relief from spasms, sprains, joint pain, etc. Bandages, anti-allergic tablets, and pain relief tablets—antiseptic solutions to heal a wound—need to be carried.
• Miscellaneous: a map, a GPS, a torchlight, a power bank, and a camera to capture nature’s mesmerising beauty. Also, keep checking the weather forecast to prepare and pack all the required stuff accordingly.

• First, you must travel from Delhi to Manali, covering a distance of approximately 502 kilometres.
• You can take a bus from ISBT to Manali and travel for about 12- 14 hours.
• Travellers can also book a cab to travel to Manali from Delhi, a bit more expensive than taking a bus.
• After reaching Manali, begin your journey to the Bhrigu Lake.
• From Manali, travel to Gulaba, the base camp for the Bhrigu Lake trek. 
• Gulaba is nearly 15 kilometres from Manali. You can either take a local taxi or travel by private vehicle.
• After reaching Gulaba, the trek will begin, as Gulaba serves as the starting point of this trek.