Overview
Treat your eyes to the far-reaching view of the snowy Pir Panjal Range located at a height of approximately 17352 ft. Friendship Peak Trek is an exciting trek for adventurous trekkers that were offered initially. Take the blessings of Hadimba Temple, views of the jaw-dropping Solang Valley, enchanting streams, and majestic mountains. Pack your bags for 9 days Friendship peak trek that takes you on a rollercoaster ride of mystical stories, moraine patches, sky-touching mountains, and never-ending alpine meadows.
Quick Facts:
Tour Duration: 8 Nights 9 Days
Trekking distance – 34 kilometers
Trekking height – 17,352 ft.
Difficulty level – Difficult
Start point/End point – Manali Base Camp
Itinerary:
Day 1: Manali to Solang Valley
The trek starts after arriving in Manali, where you will get refreshed. Begin the day in the serene ambiance of Manali with a visit to Hadimba Devi Temple, meet the locals, and get encapsulated by the formation of Beas Kund via majestic glaciers. Gear up for the trek to Solang Valley which is approximately 2560 m above sea level. Get a quick orientation session for the next 7 days. Adore the scenic night view of Friendship Peak Trek itinerary while having dinner while camping at Solang Valley.
Day 2: Solang Valley to Dhundi
Boost yourself with a delicious breakfast and start trekking to Dhundi which is around 2743 m above sea level. It is believed that there was once an ogress called Dhundhi in the kingdom of Prithu. For acclimatization, you will stay in the night camp at Dhundi under the twinkling stars.
Day 3: Dundi to Lady Leg
Wake up to the sound of chirping birds, and the smell of a hot cup of tea, and get ready to trek to the most unique stop – Lady Lake (which appears to look like lady led). Amid the destined location, relish the serene beauty of moraine patches in the surroundings. Spot the Bhoj Patar ride, you are going to look at how our ancestors used the skin of trees to convey messages. Stay overnight after a sumptuous meal included in the Friendship peak trek price.
Day 4: Acclimatization and training program
Basic training is required to submit Friendship peak. Grab the crampons and ice-ax to go through the orientation program on snow. During leisure time roam freely around the location. In the evening, end your day with dinner and stay overnight.
Day 5: Training program continuation
Make sure your journey sails swiftly with some technical aspects that are required. Keep learning more about the dos and don’ts of trekking. Also, take a stroll through the nearby areas and look for rich flora and fauna species to see during the Best Time to Visit Friendship trek Manali.
Day 6: To Friendship Peak
Start your day by waking up fresh early in the morning to the Friendship summit peak. The day begins early because the snow is hard and easy to walk upon if you capture the moment when the sunrises midst the Himalayas. Enjoy your day leisurely and by the end of this trek down to the campsite.
Day 7: Leisure Day
A leisure day of this 9 days trek in Himachal Pradesh is all that you need to calm down for a while. Explore what is left on the day before. Take some scenic pictures with the panoramic views of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. Play with the snowballs and challenge each other on who makes the best snowman. Descend the campsite, get your stomach filled, and stare at the starry night.
Day 8: Lady Leh to Dhundi to Solang Valley
Relish the delicious breakfast and sip a cup of tea or coffee. Bid adieu to the base camp and trek downwards to Dhundi. Enjoy a drive to Solang while witnessing the mesmerizing views on the way. You can do various activities at Solang Valley like skiing, snowmobiling, and more. Night camping in the beautiful valley of 9 days treks in Manali.
Day 9: End of Trek
After breakfast, you are all set to travel back to Delhi. The trek will come to an end, you will have a souvenir of memories of this 9 days trek in India.