Bara Bhangal Trek

Here is a detailed itinerary for the Bara Bhangal Trek:

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Day 1: Manali to Lama Dugh (9 km/ 4 hours)

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The first day of the Bara Bhangal Trek begins with a drive from Manali to the trailhead at Kolang village, which is about 1 hour away. From Kolang, the trek starts with a steep climb through dense forests of oak and pine trees. After about 2 hours of trekking, you will reach a clearing, from where you can see the beautiful valley of Manali below. The trail then continues uphill for another 2 hours, taking you through meadows and fields of wildflowers.

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After about 4 hours of trekking, you will reach the campsite at Lama Dugh, which is located at an altitude of 3,350 meters. Lama Dugh is a beautiful meadow that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The campsite is surrounded by dense forests and is an excellent spot for bird watching and nature walks. You will spend the night at the campsite, resting and acclimatizing to the altitude.

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Day 2: Lama Dugh to Riyali Thach (11 km/ 6 hours)

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On the second day of the Bara Bhangal Trek, you will continue your journey from Lama Dugh to Riyali Thach. The trek starts with a gradual climb through a forest of oak and rhododendron trees, and after about an hour of trekking, you will reach the tree line. From here, you will walk through a beautiful meadow with stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

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After about 3 hours of trekking, you will reach the small village of Riyali, where you can take a break and interact with the locals. The village is located at an altitude of 3,600 meters and offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks.

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From Riyali, the trail continues uphill, taking you through beautiful meadows and streams. After about 2-3 hours of trekking, you will reach the campsite at Riyali Thach, which is located at an altitude of 3,900 meters. The campsite offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and is an excellent spot for stargazing. You will spend the night at the campsite, resting and acclimatizing to the altitude.

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Day 3: Riyali Thach to Kaliheni Pass Base Camp (10 km/ 5 hours)

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On the third day of the Bara Bhangal Trek, you will trek from Riyali Thach to Kaliheni Pass Base Camp. The trek starts with a gradual climb through beautiful meadows, and after about an hour of trekking, you will reach a small stream. You will then walk along the stream for some time before crossing it and continuing uphill.

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After about 3-4 hours of trekking, you will reach the base of the Kaliheni Pass, where you will set up camp for the night. The base camp is located at an altitude of 4,200 meters and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. You will spend the night at the campsite, resting and acclimatizing to the altitude. This is an important day to acclimatize well as you will be crossing the Kaliheni Pass the next day.

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Day 4: Kaliheni Pass Base Camp to Devi Ki Marhi (10 km/ 5 hours)

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On the fourth day of the Bara Bhangal Trek, you will start early in the morning and begin your ascent to the Kaliheni Pass. The trek to the top of the pass is steep and challenging and will take around 3-4 hours to complete. The pass is located at an altitude of 4,800 meters and offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks.

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After reaching the top of the pass, you will take a short break to rest and enjoy the views before beginning your descent towards Devi Ki Marhi. The descent is steep and challenging and will take around 2-3 hours to complete.

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Devi Ki Marhi is a small campsite located at an altitude of 4,000 meters and is surrounded by beautiful meadows and streams. You will spend the night at the campsite, resting and acclimatizing to the altitude.

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Day 5: Devi Ki Marhi to Bara Bhangal (12 km/ 6 hours)

 

On the fifth day of the Bara Bhangal Trek, you will trek from Devi Ki Marhi to Bara Bhangal, the last village in the valley. The trail descends through beautiful meadows and forests, with stunning views of the surrounding peaks.

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After trekking for around 3-4 hours, you will reach the village of Mardh, where you can take a break and interact with the locals. From Mardh, the trail continues downhill, taking you through beautiful forests and streams, before reaching the village of Bara Bhangal. The village is located at an altitude of 2,830 meters and is home to around 300 people.

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You will spend the night at the village, experiencing the local culture and way of life. Bara Bhangal is a remote and isolated village, and the trek to this village is considered one of the toughest in the Himalayas. The village is known for its unique culture, and the people here are warm and hospitable.

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Day 6: Rest day in Bara Bhangal

Today is a rest day, and you can explore the village and interact with the locals, learning about their culture and way of life. You can also take a walk around the village and visit the nearby monastery.

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Day 7: Bara Bhangal to Marhi (10 km/ 5 hours)

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On the sixth day of the Bara Bhangal Trek, you will spend a rest day in the village of Bara Bhangal. This day will give you an opportunity to explore the village and interact with the locals.

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Bara Bhangal is a remote and isolated village, and the people here have a unique way of life. You can take a walk through the village, visit the local monastery, and interact with the locals to learn about their culture and traditions.

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You can also use this day to rest and relax, and prepare for the rest of your trek. The village has basic facilities such as a small market, a medical center, and a post office.

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You will spend the night in Bara Bhangal, enjoying the peaceful surroundings and the unique culture of the village.

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Day 8: Marhi to Plachak (12 km/ 6 hours)

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On the eighth day of the trek, you will trek from Marhi to Plachak. The trail descends through beautiful forests and takes you to the campsite of Plachak, located at an altitude of 2,850 meters. The trek is around 12 km long and takes around 6 hours to complete. You will spend the night at the campsite, resting and preparing for the next day's trek.

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Day 9: Plachak to Billing (14 km/ 6 hours)

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On the ninth day of the Bara Bhangal Trek, you will trek from Plachak to Billing. The trek is around 14 km long and takes around 6 hours to complete.

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The trail descends through beautiful forests and takes you through several small villages. You will cross a few streams and walk along the banks of the Uhl River.

 

As you near Billing, you will get stunning views of the Dhauladhar range and the Kangra Valley. Billing is a popular paragliding destination, and you can see many paragliders soaring in the sky.

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You will reach the campsite of Billing by afternoon, where you will spend the night. The campsite is located at an altitude of 2,400 meters and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. You can rest and relax at the campsite, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

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You can also opt for paragliding at Billing, which is a popular adventure activity. You can fly over the beautiful Kangra Valley and get a bird's eye view of the surrounding peaks. However, paragliding is not included in the trek package and needs to be booked separately.

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Day 10: Billing to Bir (3 km/ 2 hours)

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On the tenth and final day of the Bara Bhangal Trek, you will trek from Billing to Bir. The trek is only around 3 km long and takes about 2 hours to complete.

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The trail from Billing to Bir is a downhill trek, and you will pass through beautiful forests and small villages. Bir is a popular destination for adventure sports, especially paragliding.

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Upon reaching Bir, you can explore the quaint little town and visit the Chokling Monastery, which is famous for its beautiful murals and Tibetan architecture. You can also visit the Bir tea factory, where you can taste different varieties of tea.

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​The trek ends in Bir, and you can choose to stay back and explore the town or head back to your respective destinations.

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Note: The itinerary may vary slightly depending on the weather and other factors.