Surrounded by dense forests and majestic mountain peaks, Manali has impressed all with its natural charm; thus, becoming a popular holiday destination. Its salubrious air and pristine surroundings are ideal for travellers to spend some quality time in the lap of nature. There are many Manali packages available for adventure enthusiasts, who want to quench their thirst for an adrenaline rush. From snowboarding and skiing during winters to paragliding and zorbing in summers, you can try all these here. In addition to this, there are many shrines in this town that you can visit during your vacation. So, if you are planning a holiday, then here are some must-try activities.
River Rafting
If doing something adventurous is on your mind, then river rafting during your holidays in Manali can give you exactly that. Negotiating the rapids of the Beas River will be challenging as well as exciting and refreshing. The rafting season here starts in the month of April and lasts till mid-June, when the monsoon hits the region. Calm and composed at some points, the Beas River becomes roaring at other junctures. The rapids in the river are graded from level II to IV, meaning the activity can be tried by novices as well. You can choose the Pirdi to Jhiri stretch, a 14-km section, which has bends like Gamma and S Bend Beta. Riverside camping with a bonfire night can also be added to your rafting experience.
Trekking
In addition to its natural splendour, the rough terrain of the hill station with its troughs and crests has made it a paradise for trekkers. There are many easy as well as strenuous on-foot tours that you can choose with Manali holiday packages. Hampta Pass is a famous trekking trail, which is even apt for novices. The experience that they get here can help them in honing their hiking skills. The Chandratal Lake trek, taking around 9-10 days to complete, is apt for experienced participants. Apart from these, you can also opt for hikes to Beas Kund, Bhrigu Lake, Chandrakhani Pass, Kheerganga, Deo Tibba, Patalsu Peak, Bhabha Pass, Dev Roopa and Nada Kobri. Great Himalayan National Park, Rani Sui Lake, Bijli Mahadev, Bara Bhangal, Parvati Valley, Dhana Kunnu Pass, Khanpari Tibba, Tosh Valley and Bhubu Pass are other popular hiking destinations.
Bathing in Hot Springs
Just 4 km from Manali on the way to Rohtang Pass, is a sacred temple dedicated to sage Vashisht. But, what makes this temple different from others is its hot water springs. Thousands of devotees take a bath in these springs as they are believed to have medicinal values. The temperature in these springs varies from 43 degree C to 50 degree C, and the separate bathing rooms for men and women are fitted with Turkish-style showers. Manikaran is another site, known for hot water springs, in the Kullu district that you can visit with Manali packages. The springs are situated at different locations close to the Parvati River in an area of around 1.3 km. The springs are used to boil rice, pulses and vegetables; their waters are said to cure ailments like arthritis and muscular pains.
Adventure Sports in the Solang Valley
The Solang Valley is said to be the sports capital of Himachal Pradesh by many travellers as they can enjoy a wide range of adventure sports here. Whether you come during summers or winters, you will never be left disappointed. During summers, you can try paragliding and enjoy the magnificent views of this landscape from a good height. You can also enjoy zorbing with your friends and family during this time. But, winters are when the entire valley gets covered by snow and is thronged by those fond of winter sports. The valley is well known for its ski slopes; the splendour of snow-draped peaks has managed to draw skiing lovers from different parts of the country. You can also opt for snowboarding with your Manali tour packages to experience a new level of mountain adventure. A vast expanse of lush meadows, coniferous forests and snow-clad peaks in the backdrop has made the valley a picture-perfect picnic destination as well. So, just embark on a journey to this famous hill town and the areas around it to make memories for a lifetime.
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