+91-8929175340
Prashar Lake trek is one of the most beautiful weekend treks. Since it provides breath-taking panoramic views of various Himalayan ranges, it makes this trek stand out from the rest. One can clearly see Dhauladhar range, mountain ranges of Kinnaur and Shimla from the top. Prashar Lake is named after the sage Prashar who meditated here in ancient times.
Dedicated to sage Prashar, there is also a temple besides the oval shaped lake. Temple is a great example of brilliant architectural design. Prashar Lake is also famous for a small circular island on its surface, which keeps on changing location from time to time. According to locals, sometimes they have seen same location of island for months in a row and sometimes it suddenly changes many times within a month. Therefore, there is a mystery surrounded with movement of island. In addition, depth of the lake is unknown. As per belief of locals, there have been many attempts to gauge the depth since ancient times but to no avail. Post 2000, temple committee has put fencing around the periphery of the lake.
Short description of Prashar Lake Day Tour
Day 1 : Mandi – Baggi – Kandalu by shared cabs (1.5 hours) and trek from Kandalu to Prashar Lake (7 kms
We arrange pickup from Mandi bus stand at 8 AM. From Mandi, it is a 1.5 hours’ drive until Kandalu village. It is located at 45 kms from Mandi. On the way we pass besides IIT Mandi at Kamand, then Baggi, which is another starting point for this trek and finally to Kandalu.
Kandalu at an altitude of 1900 metres is a small point with couple of cafes. Trek starts by 10 AM and it generally takes around 4-6 hours to reach lake. First half of the trek is a bit steep and moves through the forest, which is rich with Pine, Oaks, Rhododendrons trees and few shurbs. During winters i.e. from January to mid of March, Rhododendrons are in full bloom with red coloured flowers.
After walking through forest trail of four kms, trail inclination turns gradual. Post that, views start to open up and one starts to get the sight of snow-capped Himalayan ranges with Shimla towards the east, Kinnaur and Rohtang Pass to the north and Dhauladhar range towards the west. We ascend until an altitude of 2700 metres after which it is mostly flat. Last 2 kms of the trek until Prashar Lake is the easiest.
Sight of awe-inspiring Prashar Lake with mysterious island surely removes all the tiredness of trek. Prashar Lake is located at an altitude of 2750 metres above sea level.
Interested people can visit the temple or stroll near the lake. As per belief of locals, one must take a walk around the lake in clockwise manner.
Prashar Rishi temple during winters
We provide stay in tents on twin/triple sharing basis.
Please note that if you reach late at Mandi on Day 1, i.e. beyond buffer time of 1 hour, you will have to reach base on your own expenses. However, we will assist you fully in booking of cabs.
Day 2 : Jaun to Taacharu (11318 ft)Trek from Prashar Lake to Kandalu (7 kms or 4 hours) and drive of 45 kms
Day starts with tea at 6:30 AM. It is worth the efforts to wake up during dawn time at Prashar as it generally provides beautiful views of all the peaks. If time and weather permits, our trek lead provides a brief session of Yoga and meditation with majestic views in backdrop.
After that, Trek Lead gives a demo on tent pitching, choosing a campsite in case one needs to trek solo in future, packing and unpacking the tents, how to pack sleeping bags etc. Trek starts by 10:30 AM from Prashar Lake towards Kandalu village. We choose the same route as we used on previous day while ascending. This is a comparatively easier day as we descend 975 metres through dense forest. It is hike of 7 kms that can take 3-4 hours.
Post the trek, we move in pre-arranged cabs from Kandalu village towards Mandi bus stand. A final briefing, and thanks note mark the end of this 2-days refreshing journey.
Payment Terms & Methods :
Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Cancellation & Refund Policy :
Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
Himalaya 7 Tour and Travel View Profile
4 / 5
About Himalaya 7 Tour and Travel
Contact Agent Plan A Trip Text Me
Client Testimonials
Nilsha Jain -
Reviewed: Oct 24, 2019
I was looking for a travel agent in the market that can provide amazing tour packages. I am delighted that I joined hands with this travel agent to get the best deals. Its customer care executives are really helpful. I provided my details and requirements for the travel package along with my budget and they suggested me the best package. Thanks!
Avijit Ash -
Reviewed: Oct 17, 2019
I was ardently looking for a travel agent that can provide excellent travel packages in the travel industry. I tried many travel websites but I found this company as the best. It helped me in getting the best deal that too within my budget. So, I can assure that they offer the best service as I have experienced it by myself.
Bhavesh -
Reviewed: Oct 07, 2019
I thank from the bottom of my heart to this company for helping us getting the most amazing deal for my travel need. I have contacted them a week ago and I got the best and lucrative deal which no other company was offering. I must say, everyone should consider getting holiday packages from Himalaya 7 Tour And Travel.
Himalaya 7 Tour and Travel
4 /5New Delhi - Shimla - Manali - Dharamshala - Dalhousie
Chandigarh City - Shimla - Kullu - Manali - Dharamshala - Dalhousie
New Delhi - Shimla - Manali - Chandigarh City
Uttarkashi - Rudraprayag - Chamoli - Yamunotri - Gangotri - Badrinath - Kedarnath
Amritsar - Shimla - Mandi - Bir - Little Tibet - Barot Valley - Tirthan Valley
08047017158
Get QuoteShimla - Mandi - Manali - Chandigarh City - Kufri - Chail - Solan
08048026916
Get QuoteKullu - Manikaran - Mandi - Bilaspur - Shimla - Ganganapur
08048774018
Get Quote