Beas Kund Trek Packages

Day 01 — Drive from Manali to Dhundi & Trek to Bakarthach

Drive: 21 km (~1 to 1.5 hours) from Manali to Dhundi

Trek Distance: ~4.5 km

Time Required: 3 - 4 hours

Altitude Gain: 3,270 m

Difficulty: Easy to moderate gradual climb

The Trail: Your mountain vehicle will pick you up early from your stay in Manali. You will drive past the popular Solang Valley, ascending via a series of hairpin bends until you reach Dhundi, the road-head located near the South Portal of the Atal Tunnel. This is where your trek officially begins.

The trail immediately welcomes you with views of the roaring Beas River. You will hike over clear paths flanked by silver birch (bhojpatra), oak, and pine trees. As the forest line begins to thin out, the valley widens significantly, leading you into the massive alpine meadow of Bakarthach. This will be your base camp for both nights.

Highlights & Camp Life:

• A stunning mountain drive out of the bustling Manali township into pristine alpine territory.
• Pitching tents in an expansive meadow surrounded by hanging glaciers and massive peak walls.
• Watching the sunset turn the peaks of Hanuman Tibba and the Seven Sisters completely golden.

Day 02 — Bakarthach to Beas Kund Summit & Return

Trek Distance: ~6-7 km

Time Required: 5 - 6 hours

Altitude Gain: 3,700 m

Difficulty: Moderate; features steep moraine walking and boulder hopping

The Trail: Wake up to an early breakfast; a timely start is key to beating the afternoon clouds that frequently roll over the lake. You will leave your heavy packs at the base camp and carry just a light daypack with water, snacks, and rain gear. The trail climbs steeply over a ridge line and then crosses a challenging section of loose moraine debris and large glacial boulders.

After navigating the boulder fields, the trail levels out onto a small, flat plateau to reveal Beas Kund—a stunning, emerald-blue glacial lake nestled in a bowl. The peaks of Shitidhar, Friendship, and Hanuman Tibba stand directly overhead, casting massive reflections across the water. Spend an hour soaking in the incredible, raw energy of the river's birthplace before safely retracing your steps back down to Bakarthach.

Highlights & Camp Life:

• Standing right at the base of towering 5,000 m summits.
• Exploring the quiet, sacred shores of the glacial lake away from all civilization.
• A celebratory second night at camp with hot tea, shared stories, and a peaceful night under the stars.

Day 03 — Bakarthach to Dhundi & Drive back to Manali

Trek Distance: ~4.5 km

Time Required: 2 - 3 hours

Drive: 21 km (~1 hour) from Dhundi to Manali

Difficulty: Easy, continuous descent

The Trail: After a relaxed morning breakfast at the campsite, it’s time to break camp and pack up. The trek back down to Dhundi follows the same scenic route along the riverbank. Because it is purely a descent, the walk is fast and pleasant, giving you ample time to take any final landscape photos.

Your private vehicle or taxi will be waiting for you at the Dhundi bridge to drive you back. You will typically arrive back in Manali by 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to catch an evening Volvo bus back to Delhi/Chandigarh or check into a local hotel for a long, hot shower.