5-Day Adventure Itinerary in Manali

  1. Day 1: Rohtang Pass
    45 minutes (27 km) from Manali

    With an elevation of 3979m, Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass that connects Manali to Lahaul-Spiti district. It offers a stunning view of the mountain ranges, glaciers, and the Chandra River.

  2. Day 2: Solang Valley Adventure Activities
    23 minutes (12.5 km) from Manali

    Solang Valley is famous for its thrilling adventure activities like paragliding, zorbing, skiing, and quad biking. It also offers breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains.

  3. Day 3: Hadimba Temple
    6 minutes (1.8 km) from Manali

    This ancient temple from the 16th century is dedicated to Hadimba, the wife of Bhima from Mahabharata. It is surrounded by lush green deodar forests and has an intricate wooden architecture.

  4. Day 4: River Rafting in Beas River
    20 minutes (13.5 km) from Manali

    This thrilling water sport in Beas River offers an adrenaline rush with the rapids and dips. It is a great way to experience the beauty of the river and lush green surroundings.

  5. Day 5: Van Vihar National Park
    5 minutes (850 meters) from Manali

    Take a peaceful walk amidst the lush green trees, water streams, and wooden bridges of Van Vihar National Park. It offers a serene atmosphere perfect for relaxing and birdwatching.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Rohtang Pass (4 hours, INR 550 for car entry fee)
  • Solang Valley Adventure Activities (3 hours, Activity Prices: paragliding - INR 3000, zorbing - INR 500, skiing - INR 800, quad biking - INR 500)
  • Hadimba Temple (1 hour, Free entry)
  • River Rafting in Beas River (2 hours, INR 700 per person)
  • Van Vihar National Park (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4770 per person

Useful Tips

For more adventure, you can add paragliding in Bir-Billing to your itinerary, which is around 3 hours (70 km) from Manali. Take an early start for Rohtang Pass to avoid traffic. Mall Road in Manali is famous for street food and shopping, but it can get crowded during peak hours. You can skip Van Vihar National Park if you have a tight schedule.

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