Beas Kund Trek | Breathtaking Views of the Massive Pir Panjal Range

The Beas River

The Beas River is one of the most well-known rivers in the Himalayas. Probably because it runs through several scenic sites, some of which have become tourist destinations, such as Manali.

The river is thought to be named after the Rishi Ved Vyas. It flows through Himachal Pradesh and Punjab before joining the Sutlej at Harike (Punjab). During its journey, the Beas River collects water from various Himalayan tributaries and grows into a gigantic body with a drainage basin of 20,303 square kilometers and a length of 470 kilometers.

It provides water to various cities and villages along its path. Some argue that crossing the Beas was the most difficult part of Alexander’s conquest of India. It’s amazing to visit the source of such a large river.

The beautiful scenery is what makes the entire walk so appealing. The trip to Beas Kund trek takes you through large and lovely meadows teeming with wild plants and flowers. If you keep an open eye, you will notice amazing vegetation within a couple of kilometers of the trip, ranging from rare medicinal plants to unusual mushrooms.

Let’s go into the specifics of the voyage and what you need to know before embarking on it.

Location

Beas Kund is situated at 12,140 ft. Kullu valley is located above sea level. This glacial lake is surrounded by grasslands and snow-covered mountains of the Pir Panjal range. The hike starts at Dhundi (21kms from Manali) or from Solang Valley, about 13kms from Manali. The route to Dhundi is motorable, so you can choose to drive there and then start the climb.

Reason to go on the Beas Kund Trek?

It is one of the easy/short hikes in the Manali area that offers panoramic views of the Pir Panjal range.

It is an easy hike that puts you closer to glaciers, glacial lakes, and towering peaks.

Tracing a river to its source is fascinating since it takes you through various settings.

Perfect time to visit Beas Kund?

May is the month when the snow melts enough to clear the track but still leaves enough ice to walk on.

Avoid August and the first few days of September, when severe monsoons pound certain regions of the Himalayas.

Mid-September until the end of October is cool here, but it’s still a good time to plot this path before winter arrives. Pro trekkers try this in the winter as well, when the entire route is covered in many feet of snow. However, this is not recommended for novice hikers because obstacles become more difficult at this time.

Quick Itinerary

DAY 1

Travel from Manali to Dhundi by car. 

Drive distance from Dhundi to Palchhani Thatch: 14 km 

Drive time: 1.5 hours 

Transport cost: Rs 3,300 per car divided by hikers

Trek length: 1.5 km 

Trek time: 1 hour

Gain in altitude: 9,317 feet to 10,134 feet

At 8 a.m., depart from Shuru Homestay in Manali. (The best method to go to Manali is to fly to Chandigarh. Take a bus from Chandigarh to Manali. While on the way, drop off your cloakroom bag and pick up your rentals. You arrive at your first campground at 2.30 p.m. and enjoy lunch there.

DAY 2

Trek distance from Panchgani Thatch to Lohali: 4 km 

Trek time: 4-5 hours

Gain in altitude: 10,134 feet to 11,050 feet

The elevation is moderate to severe throughout the hike.

DAY 3

Beas Kund and Lady Leg to Lohali Bakarthatch/Lohali trek

Trekking distance: 5 kilometers 

Trek Time required: 7-8 hours

Gain in altitude: 11050 feet to 12,772 feet and back

The ascent is steep all the way to the top.

DAY 4

Dhundi to Bakarthatch/Lohali. 

Return to Manali by car.

4 km trek distance 

Trek 5-6 hours in length

Easy altitude decrease of 11050 feet to 9,317 feet. 

Mostly downhill. Cost of return journey: Rs 2,800 per car split by hikers

You will return to Manali by 1 p.m. Purchase a round-trip flight or train ticket from Chandigarh or Delhi. On Day 4, do not book a flight from Delhi to your hometown.

Please keep in mind that the distance between campsites might vary by 100 meters depending on the weather and the route you select. For identical reasons, the height may change by 100 feet.

Conclusion

Beas Kund trek is one of the greatest beginner-level short treks in the Himalayas, with breathtaking views of the massive Pir Panjal range, lush Dhundi and Bakarthach meadows, a variety of gorgeous Himalayan flora, glaciers, a snowy river, and a stunning lake.

And the walk may be completed in a single long weekend. Isn’t this what we search for in a journey? It is possible to accomplish it during the monsoon with a little planning.

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