Trek to the source of River Beas
Beas Kund Trek 3 Days & 2 NightsTrek to the source of River Beas
Overview
Beas Kund Trek – Trek to the source of River Beas
Beas Kund – Beas so named after Rishi Sage Vyas and Kund is the Hindi word for a tiny pond. This tiny and high-altitude alpine lake of Beas Kund at an altitude of 3,700 meters/12,139 feet is situated at the higher and upper valley of Solang, located at the North end of Manali and located at the foot of Mt. Shitidhar, Ladakhi, and Friendship peak.
It’s an ideal base camp for climbing nearby peaks Shitidhar, Friendship, and Ladakhi peak (5,345 m). The west side of Beas Kund is a magnificent peak of Hanuman Tibba 5,990m, which is accessed through a tiny pass above this lake. The entire area is surrounded by spectacular peaks and Glaciers around Beas Kund. Our Beas Kund trek starts from Dhundi at a distance of 8 km from Solang Nala, Solang which is a popular destination for skiing in winter and summer outdoor activities. Setting off from Dhundi the trail goes along the stream upward to Beas Kund and Seven sisters peak, Hanuman Tibba, and Friendship Peak remains insight throughout the trek.
Beas Kund trek offers a spectacular view of snow-capped mountains all around.
An easy trek for all ages.
BEAS KUND TREK ITINERARY
Day 1: Manali – Dhundi (2,840 m/9,317 ft), drive 20 km, 40 minutes, trek to Bakarthach (3,300 m/10,826 ft). 5 km, 3-4 hrs.
Day 2: Trek to Beas Kund (3,690 m/12,139 ft) – Back to Bakarthach, 6 km.
Day 3: Back to Dhundi, 5 km, 3 Hrs, Drive to Solang and continue to Manali, 20 km, 40 minutes.
BEAS KUND & FRIENDSHIP PEAK BASE CAMP (LADY LEG) ITINERARY
Day 1: Manali – Dhundi (2,840 m/9,317 ft), drive 20 km, 40 minutes, trek to Bakarthach (3,300 m/10,826 ft). 5 km, 3-4 hrs.
Day 2: Trek to Beas Kund (3,690 m/12,139 ft) – Lady Leg (3,900 m), 6 km. 6-7 hours.
Day 3: Back to Dhundi, 7 km, 4 Hrs, Drive to Solang and continue to Manali, 20 km, 40 minutes.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Manali – Dhundi (2,840 m), drive 20 km, 1 hour, trek to Bakarthach (3,300 m). 5 km, 3-4 hrs.
After breakfast, we leave Manali by car to Dhundi via Solang Nala. Dhundi is our starting point of the trek and it will take an hour’s drive from Manali. Solang is the base of all adventure sports in Manali. Solang to Dhundi road goes along the right banks of the River through pine, walnut, and silver birch forest to Dhundi, it’s an 8 km from Solang to Dhundi.
Setting off from Dhundi, we start walking on the trail following the river upstream gently to Bakarthach which is an approximately 5 km long route. It is an easy trail and on the left of the rising Seven Sisters peak. Walking beneath these peaks and crossing the treeline with a glimpse of Bakarthach meadows. Arrive at Bakarthach camp. To the south of Dhundi, you will get a glimpse of Deo Tibba at 6,001 meters, and the Indrasan peak at 6,220 meters.
Solang village
Bakarthach
Day 2: Trek to Beas Kund (3,690 m) – Back to Bakarthach, 6 km, 6-7 hrs.
Today after breakfast we climb gently to Beas Kund, through boulders and rocks for a few minutes. We will now soon discover the tiny lake of Beas Kund, believed to be the source of River Beas. And of course base camp for the wonderful trekking peaks of Mt. Shitidhar, Ladakhi, and Friendship. A good trekker can climb these peaks by leaving Beas Kund early. The peaks above 6,000m are Makerbeh and Shikhar Beh. Lahaul valley region lies to the north of BeasKund just behind the great wall of these mountains. To the west Kangra and the lower region of the Himalayas known as the Dhauladhar range. Visiting the lake and exploring the Beas Kund area we retrace back to Bakarthach camp for an overnight stay.
Beas Kund
Day 3: Trek to Dhundi, for 4 Hrs, Drive to Solang and continue to Manali for 1 Hour.
Today leaving Bakarthach after breakfast, we descent gradually back to Dhundh where we started the trek the first day. Arriving at Solang Nala, if you wish to quad biking, Para Gliding, etc then we spent a few hours here and finally to Manali.
REVIEWS
“I am glad that I chose your company to take the women’s group. I was happy with the professionalism of your staff food, and the arrangements. All was well done. You are welcome to also formally tie up with my company impact mountaineering will be back again in Sept and Dec.”
Mrs. Sangeeta S Bahl ( Mountaineer ) and group, Gurugram, 26th July
“Excellent service 5*. Staff very co-operative. Food was good, on time, great service. Transparency in the deal was very excellent. Guides were very good & accommodating staff was also helpful as we were family we did not find it difficult trekking. Food items are well planned. Some words for the staff – The captain was excellent in conducting the whole adventure trip to Beas Kund. The supporting guide was also very helpful during the trip. The cooking staff is also very nice and excellent. The chef was excellent. The horseman was excellent. ”
Mrs. Kusum J. family and group, Mumbai & Ahmedabad, 20 June
“Dear Prem, Thank you so much for organizing such fantastic trek on Beas Kund. We had an amazing time. The views are certainly stunning + although the trek was slightly tough in places, the scenery around made up for it. Our main guide Dharam was superb. He is very knowledgeable + very patient. We felt completely safe with him. He guided Lynne overall difficult stretches and never hurried us. He is a good man. Our second guide Rajesh was also very patient + very attentive – again we felt very safe with him + it was good to have 2 guides. Our main cook Mani produced the most amazing meal + packed lunch. He was always smiling + delicious food was great to welcome when we go back from the trek. All the porters were friendly helpful too. Many thanks for the superb experience. We will certainly recommend Potala for trekking. Cheers. “
Mr. Nigel and Mrs. Lynne P., Bristol, UK, 21 May
“As planned, we all had a great time for this vacation. Thank you for the great tour plan from you. We all had a good time in this adventurous trek. Especially the food was excellent. As always we will look forward to join the adventurous tour plan provided by you. Hope we will meet soon for the next adventure. Very soon. Thank you. “
Mr. Raghuveer and group, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, 28 May
