Overview
The Rani Sui Lake Trek, located high above Manali, is a peaceful and scenic alpine trek ideal for nature lovers and weekend adventurers. Known for its untouched meadows, quiet trails, and beautiful mountain views, this trek offers a refreshing Himalayan experience in a short duration.
The trail follows the scenic Lama Dugh route, passing through dense pine forests, wide alpine meadows, and open ridgelines. From the top, trekkers enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan ranges. The trek is best done in late spring and autumn, with May being especially beautiful when wildflowers bloom and snow-fed streams flow through the meadows.
With its calm atmosphere and moderate difficulty, Rani Sui Lake is perfect for beginners, small groups, and weekend batches looking for a less-crowded Himalayan trek.
Why Rani Sui Lake Trek is Special
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High-altitude alpine lake at ~11,100 ft
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Easy to Moderate difficulty, beginner-friendly
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Forests, meadows, and ridgelines in one trail
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Peaceful and less-crowded route
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Scenic camping at Lama Dugh
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Ideal for short holidays and weekend trips
Trek Highlights
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Base Location: Manali
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Forest Trails: Dense pine forests
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Lama Dugh Meadows: Wide alpine grasslands
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Rani Sui Lake: Serene high-altitude lake
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Camping: Starry nights at Lama Dugh
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Views: Panoramic Himalayan ridgelines
Short Itinerary
Day 1:
Manali → Trek to Lama Dugh Base Camp (8 km, 4–5 hrs) → Evening tea & dinner → Overnight camping
Day 2:
Lama Dugh → Rani Sui Lake → Return to Lama Dugh (11 km, 7–9 hrs) → Overnight stay
Day 3:
Trek down → Drive back to Manali
Meals Included
All meals during the trek are 100% vegetarian and freshly prepared.
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Day 1: Lunch, evening tea & snacks, dinner
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Day 2: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
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Day 3: Breakfast
Meals include a mix of Indian and simple continental dishes to keep you energized.
Packing Essentials
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Trekking shoes with good grip
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Warm layers (down jacket, fleece, thermals)
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Extra socks, gloves, woollen cap, neck warmer
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Trek pants and quick-dry T-shirts
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Rucksack (minimum 40L)
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Raincoat/poncho, sunglasses, sunscreen
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Headlamp/torch, water bottle
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Personal medicines & basic first aid
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Power bank
Season Tip: Carry extra warm layers in early summer and late autumn
Terms & Conditions (Summary)
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Booking amount is non-refundable
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Full payment at reporting point
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Itinerary may change due to weather or safety
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No refund for late arrival or early departure
Cancellation Policy
Included/Excluded
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2N Stay in camps on a triple/quad sharing basis
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All meals as mentioned above
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Experienced Trek Leader/Guide
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Trek permits and local forest charges
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Basic first aid and safety support
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Personal Porter Charges
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Personal expenses & insurance
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Insurance
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Any cost arising due to weather conditions, roadblocks, or natural calamities
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Personal trekking gear
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Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Tour Plan
Day 01
Drive from Manali to Patlikuhal, followed by a trek to Lama Dugh Base Camp
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Report in Manali at the designated pickup point in the morning. After a short briefing and gear check, drive to the trek starting point. Begin the trek towards Lama Dugh, walking through dense pine forests and open alpine meadows. The trail is gradual and scenic, making it ideal for beginners. By late afternoon, reach the campsite at Lama Dugh. Enjoy tea and snacks, followed by dinner.
Overnight stay in tents at Lama Dugh.
Day 02
Trek from Lama Dugh Base Camp to Rani Sui Lake and descend back to Lama Dugh Base Camp
Start early with breakfast at the campsite and begin the trek towards Rani Sui Lake. The trail offers beautiful ridge walks and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Upon reaching the lake, spend some time relaxing and capturing photographs in the peaceful surroundings. Later, descend back to Lama Dugh following the same route. Dinner will be served at the campsite.
Overnight stay at Lama Dugh.
noramic views of the surrounding mountains. Upon reaching the lake, spend some time relaxing and capturing photographs in the peaceful surroundings. Later, descend back to Lama Dugh following the same route. Dinner will be served at the campsite.
Overnight stay at Lama Dugh.
Day 03
Descend from Lama Dugh Base Camp and drive back to Manali
After breakfast, pack up the campsite and begin the descent towards the trek endpoint. From here, drive back to Manali, marking the end of the trek with memorable mountain experiences.
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