5-Day Adventure Itinerary in Manali

  • Day 1: Solang Valley
    13.1 km (33 minutes) from Manali

    Solang Valley is a well-known adventure destination in Manali. It is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and offers several thrilling activities such as paragliding, skiing, and zorbing.

  • Day 2: Beas Kund Trek
    19 km (1 hour) from Solang Valley

    The Beas Kund Trek is a scenic hiking trail that will take you to the source of the Beas river. You will pass through lush meadows, river crossings, and glaciers. The trek is moderately difficult and suitable for beginners.

  • Day 3: Hampta Pass Trek
    20.7 km (1 hour 5 minutes) from Beas Kund Trek

    The Hampta Pass Trek is a challenging trek that rewards you with breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountain range. The trek takes you through remote villages, dense forests, and high altitude terrain. It's recommended for experienced trekkers.

  • Day 4: River Rafting on Beas River
    15 km (30 minutes) from Hampta Pass Trek

    Experience the thrill of white water river rafting on the Beas River. The rapids are grade II and III, making it suitable for beginners as well as experienced rafters. You can also enjoy cliff jumping and body surfing during the rafting session.

  • Day 5: Manikaran Hot Springs
    85.7 km (2 hours 45 minutes) from River Rafting

    The Manikaran Hot Springs are a popular attraction in Kullu district. The spring water is believed to have therapeutic properties and is also used for cooking food. You can take a dip in the hot water and visit the nearby temples.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Solang Valley Paragliding (1 hour, INR 1500)
  • Beas Kund Trek Guide (7 hours, INR 2000)
  • Hampta Pass Trek Guide (14 hours, INR 3500)
  • River Rafting on Beas River (2 hours, INR 1200)
  • Manikaran Hot Springs entry fee (INR 30)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 8230

Transportation:

You can hire a taxi for your entire trip that will cost around INR 5000-6000. You can also rent a bike or a scooter to travel around the city on your own, which will be cheaper. Expect traffic and narrow roads.

Useful tips:

If you have more time, you can also visit other popular attractions such as Rohtang Pass and Van Vihar National Park. If you have less time, you can skip the Hampta Pass trek or the Manikaran Hot Springs.

Airports:

Bhuntar Airport (KUU) is the nearest airport to Manali, located approximately 52 km away. Flights to Bhuntar are available from major cities in India.

0