Himalayan Atlas & Expedition Guide

Tirthan Valley & GHNP

Manali trailheads, alpine glaciers, and iconic high-altitude pass crossings

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Featured Expedition View

1,600–3,800 m

Overview

Pristine buffer zone of the UNESCO Great Himalayan National Park, famous for crystal trout streams, dense deodar forests, and peaceful trails to Jalori Pass and Serolsar Lake.

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Trek

Beas Kund Trek

Beas Kund is the glacial lake believed to be the origin of the River Beas, one of the five rivers of Punjab. Nestled at the foot of the Beas Kund glacier beneath the towering Friendship Peak and Shitidhar, this trek offers a perfect introduction to Himalayan trekking with minimal duration and maximum scenic payoff.

Destination

Lamadugh Meadow

Lamadugh is a serene meadow nestled in the dense deodar and oak forests above Manali. The trail offers a gentle ascent through shaded woodland paths, opening up to a vast alpine clearing at around 3,300 meters.

Destination

Patalsu Peak Day Hike

Patalsu Peak stands at approximately 4,220 meters and offers one of the most accessible high-altitude day hike experiences near Manali. The summit delivers a 360-degree panorama spanning the Pir Panjal range, Rohtang Pass, and the Kullu Valley below.