Rani Sui Lake - Manali

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Rani Sui Trek Overview

Rani Sui is a small, lesser known lake, situated away from the hustle and bustle of the towns of Kullu and Manali. The trek starts from the old village Shangchar and further leads through some quality forests of Pine and Deodar to the Rani Sui Lake. The lake is placed amidst lush green meadows and from the heights one enjoys the changing colours and hues of the cultivated multicolored fields below the valley. The summit camp offers a 360 degree panorama of the majestic snow clad peaks. The entire area remains snowbound for around seven months of the year, the lake freezes completely in December and person can walk on it as the thick ice is simply unbreakable even if one sets foot on it.

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Trek Schedule : Rani Sui Lake - Manali

Boarding Preference:
Pune To Pune
Delhi To Delhi
  • 1

    Departure for Delhi by 12629 / 22685 Sampark Kranti Express from Pune Railway Station at 9 am. Overnight train journey.

  • 2

    Arrival Delhi at 1.30pm and transfer to Hotel for a quick fresh up. Proceed to Naggar by Volvo at 5 pm. Overnight bus journey.

  • 3

    Arrival Naggar & transfer to the Base Camp. Enjoy a short acclimatization walk to the Heritage village Naggar, visit Naggar castle, Roerich Art Gallery and ancient temples. Post lunch activities involve mountain sports climbing, high rope activities - Commando Net, Swinging Bridge, Plank Walk, Burma Bridge, Sloth Walk and Obstacles. Overnight at the Naggar Base Camp.

  • 4

    The day is spent in adventure activities like River Crossing and Rappelling at the picturesque village Nashala. Post lunch, there shall be a small orientation session about the preparation for the trek. Overnight stay at Naggar Base Camp.

  • 5

    Transfer from Naggar, by bus or cabs to Shangchar, which is the starting point of this trek. It is an uphill trek to the beautiful meadow Rizing. The camp commands beautiful view of the surrounding peaks which dominate the scene. Overnight camp at Rizing.

  • 6

    Today is again an uphill trek with some breathtaking views through the forest of silver oak. Overnight camp at Maili Thatch.

  • 7

    It is a steady ascent on a snowfield with the scenic ridges to Rani Sui Lake. The lake at Rani Sui is a small mountain tarn with a 360 degree view of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. We return to Maili Thatch for night halt.

  • 8

    Today we descend down to the village Shaleen till we find the road head, from where you will be directly transferred to Naggar by cabs or by bus. Overnight at Naggar Base Camp.

  • 9

    Optional sightseeing tour of Manali town or rafting adventure and departure for Delhi by bus in the evening. Overnight bus journey.

  • 10

    Arrival at New Delhi at 8 am at Hotel Sunshine, Karolbagh and proceed to Pune by train no 11078 Jhelum Express. Overnight train journey.

  • 11

    Arrival at Pune Railway Station 4 PM.

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Things to Carry: Rani Sui Lake - Manali

  • Backpack (40 to 60 Litres) 
  • Trekking Shoes (with rubber sole) 
  • 3-4 Cotton shirts 
  • 2 Trekking Pants or track pants 
  • Sweater OR Pullover OR Jacket 
  • Thermal wear (optional) 
  • Daypack (optional if you are offloading the backpack) 
  • Waist Pouch (to keep important things handy) 
  • Woollen Scarf or Buff 
  • Woollen & Cotton socks (4-5 Pairs) 
  • Chappals 
  • Gloves (1 pair woollen, 1 pair waterproof) 
  • Light raincoat or Poncho 
  • Headlamp or Led Torch (with extra batteries) 
  • Trekking Pole (optional) 
  • Water Bottle 
  • Lunch Box 
  • Electoral Powder or ORS or Glucon-D 
  • Sewing Kit (Thread, Needle, Buttons) 
  • Sun glasses (Avoid Blue Shade) 
  • Note book & Pen 
  • Camera (optional) 
  • Toiletries (Sunscreen, Cold Cream, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shampoo, etc.) 
  • Small and big plastic bags 
  • Backpack Rain cover 
  • Personal medical Kit (Pain Killer, Band-aid, antiseptic cream, cotton)

Important Notes: Rani Sui Lake - Manali

The Fee Includes

    # Transportation & common accommodation from Pune to Pune. # Vegetarian meals along the trek route from the Base Camp to Base Camp. # Sleeping bag, mattress, tents, kitchen tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required). # Professional outdoor experts, guide, cook and support staff. # All necessary entry fees and permits. # First aid medical kit. # Porters/mules to carry common equipment.

The Fees does not include

    # Clothing of personal nature like trek shoes, kit bags, day packs, down jackets and other special clothing etc. # Meals during transit from Pune to Base Camp and back, # Medical expenses (apart from first aid). # Insurance. # Any kind of shopping, mineral water, optional sightseeings, and any other expenses of personal nature. # Bag offloading charges. # Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses. # Any other item not mentioned in the cost include section.

Important Note

    The railway reservations begin 120 days prior to the date of departure. Hence, all the participants who wish to join this programme from Pune are requested to confirm their participation immediately to facilitate railway reservations.