Mani Mahesh Lake

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Mani Mahesh Trek Overview

Considered as one of the most holy lakes in India, the Mani Mahesh Lake is located at an altitude of 3,950 meters in the Pir Panjal range of the Himachal Pradesh. At the backdrop of this beautiful lake is the Mani Mahesh Kailash towering at 5,653 mtrs. The Mani Mahesh Lake and peak have acquired immense importance in Hindu mythology and the Mani Mahesh peak is considered as the abode of Lord Shiva since ages. The pristine waters of this lake that emerge from the serpentine glacier of the Mani Mahesh peak, also referred to as the Chamba Kailash, offer an amazing reflection of the peak on a sunny day. All put together, the Mani Mahesh lake trek happens to be an essential part of the list of the must visit places in Himachal Pradesh.

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Trek Schedule : Mani Mahesh Lake

Boarding Preference:
Pune To Pune
Delhi to Delhi
  • 1

    Departure for Delhi by 12629 / 22685 Sampark Kranti Express from Pune Railway Station at 9 am. Overnight train journey.

  • 2

    Arrival Delhi at 1.30pm and transfer to Hotel for a quick fresh up. Proceed to Chamba, overnight bus journey.

  • 3

    Arrival at Chamba in the morning and transfer to Bharmour Base Camp by cabs. The day will be spent by enjoying a short walk through the heritage village of Bharmour in the afternoon and overnight halt at a guest house in Bharmour.

  • 4

    Today, we set for an acclimatization trek to the Bhramani Mata temple. It is believed in the mythology that one must seek blessings at this temple before venturing into the Mani Mahesh lake and peak. We return for the night halt at Bharmour base camp.

  • 5

    Bharmour to Dancho - We travel for 13kms by jeep and reach Hadsar which is the starting point for the Mani Mahesh Lake trek. Upon reaching Hadsar, the trek begins with gentle slopes through dense forests to reach Dancho. Overnight stay at Dancho.

  • 6

    Dancho Activity Day - Today, we spend the entire day in thrilling activities of rappelling and river crossing on the surrounding rocks and boulders. Overnight stay at Dancho.

  • 7

    Dancho to Mani Mahesh Lake and back to Dancho - A steep uphill climb of about 3 Kms is followed by gradual ups and downs which finally takes us to witness the stunning landscapes of the enchanting Mani Mahesh Lake. After spending about an hour we descend back to Dancho for the night halt.

  • 8

    Dancho to Hadsar to Bharmour - We descend further upto Hadsar and return to the Bharmour base camp by cabs for an overnight halt.

  • 9

    Today we leave Bharmour and reach Dalhousie with a stop to admire the breathtaking vistas of Khajjihar and board the bus to Delhi in the evening. Overnight bus journey.

  • 10

    Arrival Delhi at 8 am and proceed to Pune by train no 12780 Goa Express from Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station. Overnight train journey.

  • 11

    Arrival at Pune

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Things to Carry: Mani Mahesh Lake

  • Backpack (40 to 60 Litres) 
  • Trekking Shoes (with rubber sole) 
  • 3-4 Cotton shirts 
  • 2 Trekking Pants or track pants 
  • Sweater OR Pullover OR Jacket 
  • Thermal wear (optional) 
  • Daypack (optional if you are offloading the backpack) 
  • Waist Pouch (to keep important things handy) 
  • Woollen Scarf or Buff 
  • Woollen & Cotton socks (4-5 Pairs) 
  • Chappals 
  • Gloves (1 pair woollen, 1 pair waterproof) 
  • Light raincoat or Poncho 
  • Headlamp or Led Torch (with extra batteries) 
  • Trekking Pole (optional) 
  • Water Bottle 
  • Lunch Box 
  • Electoral Powder or ORS or Glucon-D 
  • Sewing Kit (Thread, Needle, Buttons) 
  • Sun glasses (Avoid Blue Shade) 
  • Note book & Pen 
  • Camera (optional) 
  • Toiletries (Sunscreen, Cold Cream, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shampoo, etc.) 
  • Small and big plastic bags 
  • Backpack Rain cover 
  • Personal medical Kit (Pain Killer, Band-aid, antiseptic cream, cotton)

Important Notes: Mani Mahesh Lake

The Fees Include

    # Transportation & common accommodation from Pune to Pune. # Vegetarian meals along the trek route from the Base Camp to Base Camp. # Sleeping bag, mattress, tents, kitchen tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required). # Professional outdoor experts, guide, cook and support staff. # All necessary entry fees and permits. # First aid medical kit. # Porters/mules to carry common equipment.

The Fees does not include

    # Clothing of personal nature like trek shoes, kit bags, day packs, down jackets and other special clothing etc. # Meals during transit from Pune to Base Camp and back, # Medical expenses (apart from first aid). # Insurance. # Any kind of shopping, mineral water, optional sight-seeing, and any other expenses of personal nature. # Bag offloading charges. # Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses. # Any other item not mentioned in the cost include section.

Important Note

    The railway reservations begin 120 days prior to the date of departure. Hence, all the participants who wish to join this programme from Pune are requested to confirm their participation immediately to facilitate railway reservations.