Beas Kund Trek – The alpine lake in Himachal

 Beas Kund Trek source of River Beas lies at an elevation of 3700 m amidst towering mountains in Solang valley.

The starting point of this trek is Solang Nallah, it is a fable destination in Manali amongst avid travellers because it offers some great sports like Skiing and Paragliding.

Beas Kund is an emerald blue lake and the headwaters of the River Beas, in the Solang valley between many towering mountains. Hikers will be taken on a memorable journey through grasslands and tall mountains that have been perfectly structured by nature’s canvas. The major Himachal peaks visible from the Beas Kund trail include Friendship Peak, Shitidhar, Ladakhi, and Hanuman Tibba.

The sight of this tranquil body of water nestled between the ridged mountain peaks of the PirPanjal range adds to the beauty of its surroundings. This emerald kund divides into streams with cascading waterfalls until it reaches the enthralling the Beas River.

Every journey through the mountains is accompanied by a well-known local legend, and Beas kund is no exception. According to a popular local legend, Rishi Vayas, the writer of the great epic Mahabharata, used to bathe in these waters. It is also suspected that the name Beas Kund is derived from Maharishi Vayasa’s legend of spending years here.

Even though this trek can be easily achieved by beginners, the long distances to be covered in a short period of time will surely require acclimatization.

Highlights of Beas Kund Trek

• Come across numerous streams on the way, they are formed by the melting glaciers.
• Camp at spell binding meadows like Dhundi which lies on the way.
• Get splendid views of Dhauladhar Range and Pin Pranjal Range. Some more Himalayan Peaks i.e. Friendship Peak, Ladakhi Peak, Hanuman Tibba, Shitidhar, Indrasen, Deo Tibba.
• Explore the rich variety of Flora and Fauna, go through the cover of Pine, Walnut and Birch.
• It is a perfect short summer trek, it offers everything a person need outdoors in a trek.

Why Beas Kund trek should be your go to trek this year?

Beas Kund is an average-altitude trek brimming with scenic vistas and local legends. Owing to its easy to moderate trekking level, this trek is a popular and ideal choice for many beginner-level individuals. Trekkers will be able to explore nature at its best, with camping sites of Dhundi surrounded by the views of lofty peaks looming in the background.

Solang Nallah, also known as the adventurer’s paradise, serves as the starting point for this trek with its picture-perfect green meadows. Trekkers continue their journey near the shepards trails, marvelling at the sight of locals and cattle. This trek’s highlights include wild flora and fauna, gushing streams, and camping under the star-studded sky.

Upon reaching the end, the contrasting display of a wide lake among the green glasslands during summers with a daunting image of summits like Friendship Peak, Shitidhar, Ladakhi, and Hanuman Tibba in the surroundings captures trekkers’ attention. Local legends will undoubtedly hook you for the duration of the trail.

This ideal short summer trek, ranging in difficulty from easy to moderate, is an excellent way to learn about native culture, adventure sports, and local legends. Summers on this trail are generally filled with greenery and patches of snow with the end point usually covered in snow, whereas winters experience a gradual drop in temperature allowing nearby places to get completely covered under a blanket of snow.

The altitude covered in Beas Kund trek 

Manali-6726 ft

Solang Valley- 8156 ft.

Dhundi-9465 ft.

Lohali-10974 ft.

Beas Kund Camp- 12,772 ft.

Best Time to Visit  Beas Kund Trek

Beas Kund is a journey that can be done at any time of year, but the summers are regarded as the peak season, attracting a number of beginner trekkers from all around the country. This trek is the first choice of those seeking for a great scenic trek. The snow around the lake is a majestic sight to behold.

From May to October, visitors can see beautiful trails and green forests with flowing streams. The views of many snow capped peaks from the endpoint might also assist trekkers in bookmarking their new adventure.

Key Points of Beas Kund Trek

• Level: Easy to Moderate
• Conditioning & training of body required
• Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature
• Shoes are the single most important equipment.
• Beautiful landscapes so carry good photo gear & Extra battery backup.
• The backpack should not exceed 10 kgs.

Must Read about Beas Kund Trek

• Duration – 4 Days Manali to Manali
• Best Season – Mid May to Mid Oct
• Level – Easy to Moderate
• Highest point – 3700 m
• Weather – Nights are cold and day temperature is pleasant during the season.
• Summer temperature – (10°C to 25°C)
• Starting point – Manali

Short Itinerary Beas Kund Trek

• Day 1 – Pickup to you from Manali to Solang valley ( 8156 feet) (12 km) and trek to Dhundi (9465 feet)
• Day 2 – Trek from Dhundi to Lohali (10974 feet) ( 3 km) (4/5 hours)
• Day 3 – Trek from Lohali to Beas Kund (12772 feet) and return (7/8 hours)
• Day 4 – Trek from Lohali to Solang valley (8156 feet) (9 km) and Drive to Manali (5/6 hours)

Is it safe ?

Set amidst the popular destinations, Beas kund trek is indeed very safe. All our professional strive their best to provide trekkers with the best experience possible.

Difficulty level

Despite the fact that the top is relatively low in elevation, we recommend regulated physical fitness. All groups will be guided by our pros for trekking equipment and any impending terrain during the course.

We strongly urge beginner trekkers to attempt the beas kund trek due to its modest difficulty.

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Weather conditions

The weather conditions depend on the time of the year trekkers are traveling. Months from March to June experience moderately good temperatures during the day with substantially colder nights.

Monsoons remain cascaded under heavy rainfall while winters offer snow-covered tracks.

During the day the temperature of Beas Kund trek is around  temperature is  8°C to 15 °C  and during the night the temperature comes down to 5 °C  to 8 °C  which is not bad.

Things to carry

1) Because nights at elevations tend to be considerably colder, we suggest having well-graded, warm and comfortable clothing along with good quality shoes.

2) Despite the fact that we handle medical crises, we urge individuals to keep their emergency kits at hand in any case of personal underlying illnesses.

3) Since the journey provides you with a picturesque view, don’t forget to bring your camera along with extra batteries.

4) All the trekking gears will be provided by our teams, hence we recommend carrying only the important luggage with essentials.

Connectivity and Transactions

1) Because connectivity along the route is unpredictable, we urge people to do all of their work ahead of time.

2) Trekkers will be provided with walkie- talkies beforehand in case of emergency.

3) The last ATM transactions available will be at Manali , but we recommend that travellers collect cash beforehand or while in Manali as the ATM available at other places might not dispense cash at times.

Your Travel Plan for Beas Kund  Trek

You can book trains, air flights, and bus tickets for your journey only according to the information given by us.

• The Beas kund  trek will be of 4  Days from Manali to Manali, includes travel.
• First of all, all the trekkers will have to book their flight and train bus according to our time table as our pick up is from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, you will have to reach Manali Bus Stand, Mall Road in the morning.
• A taxi from Himalayan hikers will link you to the Manali bus stand, near mall road.
• Himalayan Hikers organize transport to the Solang valley from the Manali bus stand. Our vehicles leave 7at :00 am to 8:00 am sharp from Manali. Sharing taxi costs include your package.
• In the Manali bus stand, you will get our taxi staff that will arrange transport for you. The contacts no Transport coordinator or our office team will give you a week ago to your departure.
• Please you guys book your transport facility according to your own time table, after Himalayan hikers take all the responsibility of Manali to Manali, that you will not face any problem.
• Your trek ends at Manali day 04th evening 4:30 pm. Manali is a beautiful city in Himachal here available public transport for all over State in India. Booked your return bus tickets directly Manali bus stands.

How to Reach Beas Kund  Trek?

If you are traveling from Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai or Gujarat any other city, so you will have to come to Delhi, you will get a flight from Delhi for Bhuntar comfortably.

Option 01:- By Air

Himalayan hikers tell you that whenever you travel, you should reach your destination within 2 hours.  Bhuntar, Kullu airport is the nearest airport in Manali.

Located about 32 km for the Manali city. There are flights available to Bhuntar airport, you can go online and book your tickets. These are easy and easy ways for you and you also save your time, Bhuntar to Manali taxi available in airport 24×7.

If you find the flight to Bhuntar airport expensive, then you come by flight to Delhi or travel by bus from Delhi to Manali, and it will be easy for you. And many Volvo bus available.

Option 02:- By Bus

• You can reach Manali from Delhi by a bus, board it from (Delhi) Kashmiri Gate, ISBT; or chandigarh Bus stand,  it is good if you are booked the seats. It is a 10-11 hour bus journey from Delhi to Manali bus stand, near mall road.

(Reach Manali bus stand between 5:00 am to 6:00 am and the vehicle will be arranged from there.)

What is the distance to reach Manali for Beas Kund from other state

1. from Mumbai to Manali Distance is – 1931 Kms by Road
2. from Delhi to Manali Distance is – 553 kms by Raod
3. from Jaipur to Manali by road is 800 kms
4. from Chandigarh to Manali by road is 307 kms
5. from Shimla to Manali by road is 248 kms
6. from Dehradun to manali by Raod is 474 kms
7. from Ludhiana to Manali by road Is 358 Kms
8. from Bangalore to manali by road is 2693 kms
9. from Kolkata to Manali by road is 2037 kms