Prashar Lake Christmas & New Year Getaway 2018

A trek to Prashar Lake is a perfect mix of a spiritual journey and exploration into the serene Himalayan Ranges. Come let the mother nature enchant you.

Highlights

• Trek to an altitude of 9000 feet and serene Himalayan Lake.
• A total of about 16 kilometres of a trek.
• Overnight camping near the Prashar Lake.
• Company of a well-experienced mountain guide.

Detailed overview

Prashar Lake is located in Mandi District of Himachal Pradesh at an altitude of 2730 metres (9000 feet). This Holy Lake is known for a three-story Pagoda style Temple of Prashar Rishi and its floating island. Lake is surrounded by green meadows & around the meadows are the dense alpine forest. Lake also offers a panoramic view of snow clad ranges of Dhauladhar, Pir Panjal and Great Himalayas. The water of the lake is clear and you can spot fishes swimming underneath the surface, on a clear day lake appears blue when seen from the surrounding hillocks. Prashar Lake has a perimeter of around 300 meters and a walk around the lake gives a mystical experience of calmness of the surrounding.

Itinerary

Day 1: Panarsa - Jwalapur - Prashar Lake | 8 km Trek

• You will have to report in Panarsa, Himachal Pradesh between 8 to 10 am.
• Post your arrival you will be to checking in to our homestay in Panarsa.
• Relax for a while and then you can enjoy a nice warm breakfast, post which you will be transferred to Jwalapur village on shared cabs. The journey to Panarsa to Jwalapur will be of 25 kilometres.
• Your arrival in Jawalapur will mark the beginning of your trek to Prashar Lake which is around 8 km from your starting point, packed lunch can be done near the waterfall.
• Most part of the trek is through lush green forests, along a stream with numerous waterfalls en route.
• As you reach the top you see Alpine meadows and the magnificent lake on your left.
• You will be visiting the Prashar Rishi Temple, take blessings & make new wishes to the deity. 
• You may spend some time at the lake & capture the Himalayan Silhouette during sunset.
• There are a couple of local dhabbas and shops around Prashar Lake where you can grab a hot cup of tea or a quick snack.
• You will enjoy some lip-smacking snacks and dinner at the campsite near the lake.
• Quality music and party setting will be arranged for you at the campsite. (Bonfire arrangements can be made if Possible / if Allowed)
• You will camp overnight under the stars at Prashar Lake (outside of the fence).

Day 2: Prashar lake - Jwalapur - Panarsa | 8 km Trek

• Next day, you may wake up early in the morning and enjoy a sunrise photography with 360 degrees panoramic views of the mighty Himalayas.
• Form these hills you can have clear shots of the Himalayan Ranges.
• You will for sure be enchanted by the scenic snow-covered Dhauladhar Ranges and Bada Bhangal on the West.
• Nice warm breakfast will be served at the campsite, post which you will trek back to Jwalapur Village, the trekking distance will be of 8 km.
• Taxis will be available at Jwalapur for the transfers back to Panarsa.
• Upon arrival in Panarsa, lunch will be served at Panarsa HomeStay. 
• You may get a chance of even more photography session at Panarsa as you walk along the riverside.
• Post which you collect your luggage and begin your journey back to the next destination. Usually, the  Volvo Bus for Delhi arrives at around 7 pm.