Friendship Peak Trek, Manali (7D/6N)
Ascend to 5,289 m above Solang Valley, trekking through alpine forests and moraine patches before a night-time summit push above the Beas Kund basin.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival at Solang Valley
Alpine TentsCheck in at camp in Solang Valley, meet the group and trek leader, and spend the day acclimatising while equipment is checked.
Acclimatisation Hike to Patalsu Trail
Alpine TentsHike along the Patalsu trail via the Beas River through alpine forests of oak, horse chestnut and spruce, returning to camp in Solang Valley.
Transfer to Dhundi, Trek to Lady Leg
Dome TentsDrive to Dhundi then trek a steep trail past moraine patches and the Bhoj Patar ridge to the Lady Leg campsite, with views of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges.
Acclimatization and Training Programme
Dome TentsBasic mountaineering training with crampons and ice-axe on snow trails near Lady Leg; short optional hikes in free time.
Training Continuation, Trek to Friendship Peak Summit
Dome TentsComplete technical training, then begin the night summit push around midnight with ice-axes and head torches through icy, rocky terrain.
Friendship Peak Summit, Downward Trek to Lady Leg
Dome TentsReach the 17,352 ft summit at sunrise for panoramic Himalayan views, then descend back to Lady Leg campsite.
Downward Trek to Dhundi, Transfer to Solang Valley, Departure
Trek endsDescend through denser forest to Dhundi, then transfer by road to Solang Valley for onward travel.
What's included vs excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights stay in Solang Valley with breakfast, lunch and dinner
- 4 nights stay in Burwa with breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Forest permits and camping charges
- Trekking guide for the full itinerary
- Trek equipment: sleeping bag, mattress, twin-sharing tent, kitchen & dining tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampons
Exclusions
- Personal expenses of a personal nature
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Travel insurance
Transportation & Logistics
Accommodation & Meals
Tent & Stay Setup
Alpine Tents (Solang Valley) & Dome Tents (Burwa)
Meal Plan
All Meals Included (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Safety & Cancellation Policy
Medical & High-Altitude Safety
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Cancellation Terms
25% charge if cancelled 30+ days before travel; 50% if 15-30 days before; 100% if within 15 days of travel.
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