Manali Lama Dugh snow trek

Trekking in the gorgeous location of Manali Lama Dough has been captivating the attention of tourists from all over the world. Manali is known for its serene beauty, massive green valley, and flowing rivers. Lama Dugh lies just a few metres away from the northern end of the Kullu Valley which is perfect for Trekking. Here is everything you need to know about the Manali Lama Dugh snow trek. 

Trekking in Lama Dugh 

Lama Dugh is a breathtaking alpine plateau that is located near the gorgeous town of Manali. Lama dugh is heaven for all the adventure lovers out there as thousands of tourists visit this place just to Trek. The Trekking will begin from Manu Temple in Old Manali. This old historic temple stands in the honour of a sage named Manu. Manu is believed to be the first man on Earth and the writer of the famous ancient Sanskrit text named Manusmriti. You can head towards Lamadugh from Manu Temple. Kindly don’t forget to carry an adequate amount of food, water, and medical supplies because this is going to be a long journey. 

It is certainly interesting to climb steep hills as you can witness a thick trail of deodar and pine forests. The breathtaking views of Manali and the upper Kullu valley will surely be enough to make you fall for Manali all over again. You can encounter Indrasan, Deo Tibba, as well as the Bara Shigri glacier while trekking. 

Trek route 

The trek begins from the old Manu Temple. The thick forest of lush green vegetation will offer scenic beauty. The route of the trek includes the Bara Singhi ice mass and the peaks of Deo Tibba and Indrasan. This trek will be the major event in your life as it renders one of the most awesome experiences. 

The beauty of Lama Dugh

You will be amazed to see how stunning Lama Dugh Trek is. The bright green plateau is surrounded by snowy hills which presents a mind-blowing scenery. After reaching this heartwarming place, you will just want to sit there and relax and appreciate the beauty of nature. The chilly vibe and cold breeze touching your face will make you realise how satiating and soothing the beauty of mother nature is. This trek will surely heal you from the stress and trauma and will also refresh you completely. Lama Dugh is one of the most awesome places to Trek in Manali which will definitely energise you for embracing new challenges in your life. The two-day Trek is like a dream come true to all the adventure lovers out there. 

Old Manali to Lama Dugh 

Trekking will start from the base camp of Manali. You will witness a ton of thick deodar and pine standing in your way. Make sure you have enough water as there is no water after leaving Manali until you reach Lama Dugh which is five hours away. 

The place is known to offer a stunning view of Manali which is located on the left bank of River Beas and the whole upper Kullu valley. This beautiful place is draped in the different colours of the season. The eye-catching views of Indrasan, Deo Tibba, and the peaks of Bara

Shigri glacier will encourage you to keep on trekking once in a while. There are vintage points in decent numbers which present the most exotic and lively views of Manali.  

In the final hours of the trek, the path is directed towards the right and people travel across the ridge horizontally. That is how you reach the popular alpine plateau, Lamadugh. You will be welcomed by the thick covering of gorgeous alpine flowers. Please make sure to capture the beautiful view of Lama Dugh in your hearts forever as the sight is just simply phenomenal. 

You need to experience starry nights and overnight Stays in camps at least once in a lifetime. This is a golden opportunity where you can just lie down and relax while gazing at the clear blue sky decked up with bright stars. It is going to be the most amusing night of your life away from suffocating concrete jungles. 

Lama Dugh to Old Manali 

The second day marks the end of your trekking journey in the green landscape of Lama Dugh. You can either head back to Manali immediately or spend some more time surrounded by snowy hills.

Please keep in mind:

• Accommodation in tents on twin sharing basis: Packed Lunch, Dinner, and  Breakfast
• All the cutlery (mugs, spoons, plates, lunch box, etc.)
• High-quality trekking gear (mattress, Tents, toilet tents, Sleeping luggage, Gaiters, Crampons).
• Qualified & experienced trek Leader, Guide, and Support Staff
• Insurance
• Adventure gear for the team (Ice axe, walkie-talkies, oximeter).
• Fully equipped medical kit, atomic number 8, and safety instrumentation.
• All forest permits and inhabitants charges.
• Exclusions
• Food things purchased by people at native canteens on the Trek or throughout the drive.
• Any early come-back travel prices or accommodation apart from the times per the itinerary.
• Any expenses for medical treatment of injury or accident before, throughout, or once the Trek.

How to reach Manali in Budget:

Taking the bus: Manali is well-connected by State-run and private buses to vital tourist destinations like Leh, Shimla, Kullu, and Dharamshala. Volvo bus bookings are a good idea. They’ll make for an excellent trip to Manali. Since Manali is from most Indian cities, they are also lighter than regular buses.

Safety and health measures: 

• It is advisable to calculate BMI (body mass index) before beginning your trekking journey. The ideal BMI of a trekker is around 18.5 to 24.9. 
• A balanced mind and body work the best in all situations, especially in trekking. 
• Legs Strength: Leg and body strength is highly crucial in trekking as you need to lift heavy backpacks while trekking in uneven terrains. So, in order to build leg strength, straightforward Squats are advisable.
• Cardiovascular Endurance: Trekkers should have decent cardiovascular endurance as all the range treks are rising down the slope. The trek journey becomes difficult and a lot more challenging as Trekking progresses.
• Muscle Flexibility: While trekking you need to walk on trails, ascensions, watercourse crossing, etc. In this situation, muscle flexibility can be your savior. You can achieve this flexibility through straightforward stretching, yoga, etc.
• Make sure to prepare yourself mentally as well as physically to face any kind of situation while trekking. This Trekking is not advisable for sensitive people out there.