Beas Kund Trek

The Beas Kund is one of Himachal Pradesh's top tourist hotspots. The scenery from here is breathtaking. If you enjoy hiking and mountain climbing, this is a good bet for you. You can begin your trek in Old Manali.

Beas Kund is also regarded as a holy lake. Several mythological and historical stories are attached to this Kund. The Rishi Vyas, who wrote the Mahabharata is said to have had his regular bath in the crystal clear water of this lake in the ancient era, which is located at an elevation of 3,650 meters in the bosom of Hanuman Tibba and his seven siblings. According to some locals, the name of the lake is also inspired by Vyas Rishi. 

While trekking in the Beas Kund you'll enjoy the grandeur and stunning vista of the snow-covered peaks as you walk through verdant fields and lakes. Beas Kund is a major source of the river Beas. It starts out right of the Kund, in a small stream and then gradually it becomes bigger and bigger.  

The walk to Beas Kund commences in Nala. Solang is a renowned nearest ski and paragliding destination of Beas Kund. While walking through the trek you'll also witness Snow-packed mountains such as Shitidhar Ladakhi Maitri and Hanuman Tibba. One may also enjoy a magnificent glimpse of the Pir Panjal mountain from here. Trekking in this area does not necessitate you to possess any prior trekking skills. Anyone who's trying out the Himalayan trek for the first time can visit Beas Kund Trek as it is one of the easiest treks to explore. 

People flock to this location once they explore Kullu. Many travellers throughout the world flock to explore and relax here. Countless campsites will be found here. 

In the package of Beas Kund, you will have to stay in tents during the journey and there will also be a chance to enjoy delicious lunch, breakfast, and dinner which will make your trekking experience more exciting. Also, with the help of an experienced guide, you will be able to understand the track and its surrounding area better. Let me tell you that going to Beas Kund without a guide can be dangerous, even if you can get lost in the middle of the way.

When to visit Beas Kund Trek? 

Due to heavy snowfall visiting Beas Kund in Winter is not preferable. Hence, it is better to visit Beas Kund between May to October. However, avoid visiting this area during the Rainy season. You can begin trekking from 10:00 am to 2 pm.

How to reach Beas Kund Trek? 

By Road: One can hire a taxi or bus from ISBT Delhi to Manali in order to explore Beas Kund and its surroundings. However, You need to travel 568 kilometres to reach Manali from Delhi. 

By Air: Kullu's neighbouring airport is at Bhuntar. Bhuntar is about 50 kilometres away from Beas Kund. Hence, one can take a taxi to reach Beas Kund from Bhuntar. Although, being here allows you to appreciate the wonders of nature.

Where to stay in Beas Kund Trek? 

At Beas Kund, you'll not find any hotel to stay in, however, near the area several hotels are present where you can stay for 2-3 days. Let's explore some of the best hotels below. 

Hotel Snowcrest Manor

This hotel comprises a restaurant, a gym, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop patio with free parking and WiFi. One can also spend some time in a business centre, a coffee shop, and a balcony. 

24-hour front desk service is offered in the 32 soundproofed guestrooms. For movie or TV buffs cable TV is also provided. For those who love to make tea or coffee a coffee/tea machine is also given in the room. 

Banon Resorts

This resort includes a restaurant as well as a bar/lounge, a business centre, a terrace, and a garden. Free amenities such as self-parking and public WiFi will also be enjoyed by the guests. Guests can also take advantage of complimentary WiFi service in each of the 36 rooms.

Hotel Vyas Vatika

In this hotel, guests can use free WiFi and free valet parking. Guests can also enjoy delicious meals in an in-house restaurant of the hotel. 

The 30 soundproofed guestrooms feature 19 rooms with comfy beds and free WiFi. Fireplaces along with washers/dryers, balconies, and Housekeeping are also given. 

Sharda House

The hotel's appearance is fairly old. Hence, not enough modern facilities are available in the room. Although the hotel's staff is accessible 24 hours a day to provide assistance.