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Friendship Peak Trek in March

Weather, temperatures, packing and honest advice — from the team that runs this trail.

The quick answer

We don't recommend Friendship Peak in March. The trail is at its best in May, Jun, Sep, Oct — and there are better options this month (listed below). The trek runs 7 days from Manali, Kullu, reaching 17,353 ft at its highest point, and is graded Difficult (5/5). The fee is ₹20,999 + 5% GST with permits, meals, camping and certified trek leaders included.

Weather & trail conditions in March

The snowline retreats through these weeks, so you often get the best of both worlds — snow patches up high and rhododendron blooms in the forest sections. Trails are firm and days are comfortably cool. On Friendship Peak, expect daytime temperatures around 9°C on the trail and roughly -9°C at the highest camps after dark in March.

March in the Himalayas

Daytime

~9°C

Night at camp

~-9°C

Highest point

17,353 ft

Grade

Difficult

What to pack for March

✓ Light thermal base layer for camp evenings
✓ Fleece plus a light padded jacket for early starts
✓ High-ankle trekking shoes — trails can hold old snow patches
✓ Cap, sunglasses and sunscreen for strong spring sun

Don't own the gear? Rent shoes, jackets and more on our rentals page — sanitised after every trek.

Booking notes for March

Holi week batches sell out first; the rest of the month usually has good availability. The best months for Friendship Peak are May, Jun, Sep, Oct.

Frequently asked

Is March a good time for the Friendship Peak trek?

We don't recommend Friendship Peak in March. The trail is at its best in May, Jun, Sep, Oct — and there are better options this month (listed below).

How cold is Friendship Peak in March?

Plan for daytime temperatures around 9°C and nights near -9°C at the higher camps. Our sleeping bags are rated for well below these temperatures.

Can beginners do Friendship Peak in March?

Friendship Peak is graded Difficult (5/5), so we recommend at least one prior Himalayan trek. Beginners should start with Nag Tibba, Dayara Bugyal or Kedarkantha instead.