About Bara Bhangal Trek
Bara Bhangal is among the most remote village in Himachal Pradesh.
The habitants of this village have to walk over elevating mountain pass
for the time of three or four days as there is no road route to the
village. It takes three to four days of walking to reach the nearest
road. The village is immaculate and remains cut off from outside world.
The village remains accessible only when the Thamsar Pass opens from
June to October.
Bara Bhangal is a tough trek that is also known as Shepherd Trek. It
is a challenging trek; however, the panorama en route makes it worth
carrying. The trek takes a traveler to startling landscape of Bara
Bhangal Range.
Area : Kullu, Chamba and Kangra Valley (Himachal Pradesh)
Duration : 12 days (3 days travel & 9 days trekking)
Best Season : Mid June - September
Grade :Tough
Altitude : 4878 mts/16000 ft
Total Trekking : 30 K.M
This 11 Nights and 12 Days itinerary to Bara Bhangal Trek is a
perfect as a comprehensive and congenial trek. It is an idyllic tour for
the adventure enthusiasts who are in quest of secluded and beautiful
trekking trails. Traversing through Bara Shingri and Indrasan glacier
renders one of its kind enthrallment to the tourists. The trip starts
from Manali and the major tourist attractions coming en-route are Lama
Dugh, Riyali Thach, Kalihani, Devi ki Marhi, Dal Marhi, Marhi, Plachak,
Rajgundha and of course Bara Bhangal. It is a perfect tour to get
drenched in nature's beauty in the midst of pleasant serenity and
exquisiteness.
Bara Bhangal Trekking Tour Highlights
- Meet and greet people of Bara Bhangal village.
- Behold the view of Thamsar and Kalihani Pass trek
- Pass through the remote valleys of Himachal Pradesh- Kullu, Chamba and Kangra
Best Time to Visit Bara Bhangal Trek
Mid of May to Mid of October
Summer: 04 °C - 15 °C
Winter: (−15) °C - 05 °C
Where is the Bara Bhangal Trek
The final destination of the trek, Bara Bhangal is a remote village,
which is located 15 km from Thamsar Pass in Kangra district. One can't
be approach the village during the winter season as the trail remains
blocked due to snow.
How to Reach Bara Bhangal Trek?
Nearest Airport: Bhuntar Airport in Kullu is the
nearest airport. Many airlines operate a flight from Delhi. The second
nearest airport is Chandigarh International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Nearest Railway Station: Jogindar Nagar Railway Station, 166 km from Manali, is the nearest railway station.
By Road: Manali is well connected by road with all
the neighboring towns like Ambala (338 km), Chandigarh (310 km),
Dehradun (468 km), Haridwar (495 km), Shimla (249 km), Dharamsala (234
km) and Chamba (360 km).
Bara Bhangal Trek (Detailed Itinerary)
Day 01: Delhi to Manali (575 kms/13-14 hrs)
In the evening catch AC Volvo bus from Delhi to Manali. Overnight journey.
Day 02: Arrive Manali
On arrival at Manali Volvo stand meet our guide and transfer to hotel
and check in. the day is for relax, later in the afternoon take a short
walk to Hadimba Devi Temple, Old Manali Manu Rishi temple and then back
to hotel. By evening one can roam on the Mall Road. Overnight stay at
hotel.
Day 03: Manali – Lama Dugh (3017m)
In the morning after breakfast, we will leave for Lama Dugh, which is
about 4 hour journey. On the way, we will be climbing through thick
forests. As we gain height in the steep climb, we can witness the
distinct views of different faces of Indrasan, Deo Tibba and peaks of
Bara Shingri glacier open up. In the last lag, the path turns to the
right and one traverses the ridge horizontally and enters the campsite
on an alpine plateau studded with thick growth of alpine flowers. Enjoy
an overnight stay in the camp.
Day 04: Lama Dugh – Riyali Thach (3400m)
After breakfast in the morning, we will leave from Lama Dugh to visit
Riyali Thach, which is about 3 hour journey. The trek is through steep a
ridge below Khand Pari Tibba (4000m). From this point, one can witness a
magnificent view of Manali, located on the left bank of River Beas and
the whole upper Kullu valley that appears swathed in the varied colors
of the season. An overnight camp stay in Riyali Thach.
Day 05: Riyali Thach – Base of Kalihani Pass (4010m)
Today, we will proceed for Base of Kalihani Pass, which is located at
a height of 4010m. The trail will proceeds over open meadows initially
followed by a steep descent to a stream. After crossing it, the path
continues in a steep climb for about three hours till you arrive at the
camp at the base of the Kalihani Pass. You can catch the beautiful views
of Deo Tibba and Indrasan peaks from the campsite. Take pleasure of an
overnight stay in the camp.
Day 06: Base of Kalihani – Devi ki Marhi (3850m) via Kalihani Pass (4725m)
After breakfast in the morning, we will proceed for trekking Devi ki
Marhi via Kalihani Pass. It will about 8 hour long journey. While
following this trek, we will have a steep climb to the pass crossing a
stretch of scree, a moraine and the Kalihani glacier. Take time off at
the pass to get a splendid 360 degree view of hanging glaciers, the Pir
Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. A steep descent across another glacier and
four beautiful glacial lakes will take you to the camp at the Gaddi
campsite of Devi ki Marhi. Enjoy an overnight stay at the camp in Devi
ki Marhi.
Day 07: Devi Ki Marhi – Dal Marhi (3900m)
Today after breakfast in the morning, we will move from Devi ki Marhi
to Dal Marh, which is about 6 hours long journey. The trail first
crosses over the Kalihani Nullah and descends into the oak and birch
forests. Thereafter, most of the path is flat with few ups and downs.
Just before the end of day through a steep climb before you will arrive
at the Dal Marhi campsite and have an exclusive overnight camp stay.
Day 08: Dal Marhi – Bara Bhangal (2882m)
In the morning after breakfast, we will proceed to visit Bara
Bhangal, which is again 6 hours journey. The trail now continues down
the Ravi river into the deodar forest, to the only large village in the
valley, Bara Bhangal. Enjoy an overnight in tents/camp in Bara Bhangal.
Day 09: Bara Bhangal – Marhi (3830m)
Today, we will start climbing towards the next big pass, Thamsar. The
trail will take about 5 hours to reach the destination and winds up
through pine, deodar and birch forests with mountain streams to break
the monotony. Our campsite is located at Marhi which is near the base of
the Thamsar glacier. An overnight stay in camp at Marhi.
Day 10: Marhi – Plachak (2721m) via Thamsar Pass (4878m)
In the morning after breakfast, we will set for another day of steep
ascent over moraine, scree and glacier. The climb is broken by a small
lake just below the pass. From on top of Thamsar, we will get the first
glimpse of the Kangra valley. On the other side of the pass, it is a
steep, long descent till we reach the campsite at Plachak. Enjoy an
overnight camp stay.
Day 11: Plachak – Billing (2310m) – Dharamshala - Delhi
After breakfast in the morning, we will proceed to Rajgundha and then
to Billing. It is one of the easy treks so far. The path is flat
passing through pine forests with many mountain streams. The valley
widens and you get great views of the open Kangra valley. A vehicle will
pick you up at Billing and drop you to Dharamshala and from here catch
AC Volvo coach for Delhi at 16:30 hrs. Overnight journey.
Day 12: Arrive Delhi early in the morning
Tour & Services End.
