About this Himachal Tour
A short trek to a glacial river source
A beautiful short trek from Solang Valley to Beas Kund - the glacial lake that is the source of the Beas river. The trail winds through the meadows of Dhundi and Bakarthach, framed by mighty peaks like Hanuman Tibba and Friendship Peak.
Short, scenic and moderate, it is a great weekend Himalayan trek and a popular base-camp route for mountaineers.
Trip Highlights
Meadows, peaks and a glacial lake
Beas Kund - the Beas river's source
Views of Hanuman Tibba & Friendship Peak
Meadows of Dhundi & Bakarthach
A short, scenic weekend trek
Mountaineers' base-camp trail
Alpine camps under the peaks
Trip Gallery
A taste of the trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Four days to Beas Kund and back
- Arrive in Manali; check in.
- Trek briefing, gear check and acclimatisation.
- Drive to Solang; trek via Dhundi to the Bakarthach meadow.
- Camp amid meadows under towering peaks.
- Trek to Beas Kund, the glacial source of the Beas.
- Return to the Bakarthach camp.
- Trek down to Solang; drive to Manali.
- Trip ends.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- All arrival & departure transfers
- 3 nights hotel stay (Kullu)
- Daily All meals on trek
- All sightseeing & transfers by private vehicle
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls & parking
- 24x7 on-trip support
- Train/air fare to the start city
- Lunches & personal expenses
- Rohtang permit, adventure & activity charges
- Entry tickets, ropeway & pony rides
- GST as applicable
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Things to Carry
Trek essentials — pack light but right
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Fitness: A basic level of fitness helps. We share a simple preparation plan; some daily walking or jogging beforehand makes the trek far more enjoyable.
Altitude: Higher treks cross alpine meadows and passes. We pace the ascent for acclimatisation and carry a first-aid kit; a trek leader accompanies the group.
Best Season: Most Himachal treks run roughly May–June and September–October; some (like Kheerganga and Triund) have a longer window. Snow treks have their own season.
What''s Provided: Camping/stay, meals on trek, a certified guide and safety gear as specified. Personal trek gear is your responsibility — see the packing list.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
It is easy-to-moderate - a short trek of about 16 km total over a couple of days, reaching around 12,700 ft at Beas Kund. Basic fitness is enough, making it a great short or first high-altitude trek.
Beas Kund is a small glacial lake that is the traditional source of the Beas river, sacred in local belief. It sits in a meadow bowl surrounded by peaks like Hanuman Tibba, Friendship Peak and Shitidhar.
The Bakarthach and Beas Kund meadows serve as a base camp for climbing Friendship Peak and other nearby summits, so you often share the trail with mountaineering expeditions.
May to June and September to October offer the best weather and views. It closes in winter snow, and monsoon can make the meadows muddy and streams high.
Yes - at 4 days it fits neatly into a long weekend from Delhi (with overnight travel), giving you a genuine high-altitude Himalayan experience in a short window.
We camp in the meadows around Dhundi/Bakarthach in tents with sleeping bags and hot meals. The camps sit right beneath the peaks, with lovely evening and morning light.
Yes - a trek leader and support staff accompany the group, and we provide tents, sleeping bags, meals and safety gear. You carry a daypack with personal items.
We include a Manali acclimatisation day and ascend gradually. Although the altitude is modest, the leader watches for symptoms and carries a first-aid kit and oxygen.
