Hampta Pass vs Bhrigu Lake: the numbers
| Hampta Pass | Bhrigu Lake | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest point | 4,200 m | 4,300 m |
| Days on trail | 5 days | 4 days |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easy |
| Region | Kullu–Lahaul, Himachal | Kullu, Himachal |
| Best months | Jun–Oct | May–Jun, Sep–Oct |
| Also possible | – | Jul–Aug |
| Peaks in view | Deo Tibba, Indrasan | Deo Tibba, Hanuman Tibba |
| 3D route | Fly the Hampta Pass trail → | Fly the Bhrigu Lake trail → |
Bhrigu Lake goes 100 m higher (4,300 m against 4,200 m). Hampta Pass takes 1 more day on the trail. Bhrigu Lake is the easier of the two (Easy against Moderate). Both are at their best in Jun, Sep–Oct. The trailheads are about 8 km apart in a straight line.
