Himachal is one of the most preferred destinations for people of all age groups. There are innumerable places where you can have that adrenaline rush and have a memorable adventurous experience. People of all age groups can have fun and explore this beautiful mountainous state. The climate varies in the state, with changing altitudes ranging from 1400 ft to 20,000 ft. Himachal Pradesh is called the land of Gods and is a popular holiday destination for youngsters, newlyweds, and family vacations. Panoramic view of scenic beauty, snow-capped mountains, landscapes, rapid water streams, and various adventurous activities attract tourists all year round for a fun-filled holiday and adventure activities in Himachal.
This blog lists the Top 10 Adventure Activities to experience in Himachal.
- Skiing at Solang Valley
Skiing in Himachal Pradesh is an ultimate sports adventure activity, performed in the winter season, due to the drop in temperature. Solang Valley is the most preferred tourist spot in the state for skiing and attracts many tourists every year.
Location – Solang Valley lies at an elevation 8400 ft above the sea level. Gondola rides are taken from the base station, to reach a height of around 9000 ft above the sea level, which is the top-most ski point. From this point, you can ski uninterruptedly for more than half a km, and fulfill your adventure dreams.
Season – The best time to visit Solang valley for skiing is in December, January, and February, due to the natural snow availability for skiing.
Best time for Skiing – The best time to ski is when the sun is at its peak as it will prevent the snow from turning into ice, and the snow will remain fluffy.
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- Skiing, Sledging, and biking at Rohtang Pass
This tourist spot is famous for its snow-covered mountain peaks, magnificent view, landscapes and for exploring nature in its raw form. Adventure lovers visit Rohtang Pass for Skiing and taking Sledge rides. People visiting Manali, reserve one entire day for visiting this naturally beautiful place, located at a distance of around 50 km from Manali. One can gear up such adventurous activities by using rented equipment gears at reasonable rates.
The drive to Rohtang Pass itself is adventurous, and travellers also indulge in thrilling mountain biking. Here, at Rohtang Pass they can ride mountain bikes on the regular course and even go on the lesser chosen routes. Apart from this, there are some other popular spots for skiing in Himachal Pradesh, like Gulaba, Kufri, Narkanda, Hanuman Tibba, Kothi village, etc. These are the best places for people who love to indulge into icy adventures.
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- Trekking in Hampta Pass
Trekking in Himachal Pradesh is a very different experience. This beautiful place traverses diverse landscapes and has thick forests, snow-covered peaks, glacial lakes, stretches of snow, and a lot more things to explore while trekking. Villages in Himachal at cliffs add more fun to your trekking journey. The cost incurred in the trekking in Himachal Pradesh is reasonable. The best time for trekking is from March to September, and people can also explore different roads, rivers, or highest waterfalls in India, during their sidewalks. Know more about Ashoka Waterfall in Igatpuri.
People can choose trekking points as each place has a different difficulty level and, at times, needs expertise in trekking. Trekking in Hampta Pass is famous as many people go for on-foot expeditions to this beautiful place and witness the vast Himachal. Hampta is at an elevation of 14000 ft approximately above the sea level, and the trekking starts from Manali, for a five-day trek, usually. Malana Chanderkhani Pass is another trek that requires four days and is a challenging one. Starting from Manali, it takes you to a maximum altitude of around 12000 feet. Pin Parvati Pass Trek has a maximum elevation of 17450 feet and is recommended for seasoned trekkers only, as it is a difficult one and the endpoint being at a great height.
- Spiti Valley Trekking
Trekking at the Spiti Valley in HP offers a fantastic experience as it is considered to be one of the remotest places in the world and is also the least inhabited one. Trekking in this barren valley is a wonderful way to explore the stunning natural beauty. To make your experience a memorable one, we recommend visiting the monasteries at heights and gaining more insight into Buddhism.
Staying with the locals and understanding their culture and root values while travelling is another advantage. Other popular destinations for trekking in the HP are Kheerganga Trek, Malana Village Trek, Beas Kund Trek, Chandrakhani Pass Trek, Jakhu Temple Trek, Prashar Lake Trek, Triund Trek, Bhrigu Lake Trek, Pin Parvati Pass Trek, Deo Tibba Base Camp, Sar Pass Trek, Chamba Trek, Dainkund Trek, Great Himalayan National Park Trek, Bijli Mahadev Temple, Tirthan Valley, Kareri Lake Trek, etc.
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- Paragliding in Solang Valley, Himachal Pradesh
Himachal is a preferred tourist destination in summers in India and the best season for paragliding. The magnificent hills are used as launching spots and hence preferred by many adventure lovers.
Solang Valley is one of the most preferred tourist spots for paragliding, along with other adventure sports.
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- Bir and Billing for Paragliding in HP
Bir and Billing are also famous for paragliding activities. Bir has an altitude of 7800ft approximately and a suitable spot to launch the flights into the air. The landing takes place at
Billing, which is around 3000ft below the launching point. Billing is at an elevation of about 5003ft above the sea level.
Other famous spots for paragliding in Himachal are Kullu, Manali, Dharamshala, Barot, and many more.
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- Camping in Shimla
The city dwellers are looking to escape to destinations where they can stay close to nature and stay in natural habitats. Camping in Himachal Pradesh offers a fantastic experience to nature lovers as there are numerous camping sites in Himachal Pradesh. You can find various beautiful and serene locations in Himachal’s hills, which will be the best place for your adventure trip with friends or family.
Shimla is the capital state of Himachal Pradesh and offers many ideal camping sites. It is one of the foremost places to visit due to the pleasant weather, panoramic beauty, and serene camping spots that attract the attention of adventure lovers from all over India. People looking for calm and natural camping sites, away from the city’s hustle-and-bustle, must spend few camping nights in the beautiful hills of Shimla.
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- Camping at Dharamshala and other sites in Himachal
Dharamshala is situated in Kangra and is famous for practicing and learning about Buddhist and Tibetan culture. This spiritually dwelling peaceful getaway offers a picturesque view to the Deodar Cedar trees, and the Dhauladhar range.
It has pristine surroundings and is a perfect place to visit throughout the year.
Other famous camping sites in Himachal Pradesh are Junga, Shoghi, Kaza, Sangla Valley, Sojha and Thanedar, and many more.
- Motorbiking from Manali to Leh
People of all ages want to explore the beautiful and gigantic hills of the Himalayas while riding their motorbikes. Bikes can be rented out as well from certain places in Himachal. This has gained a lot of popularity over the years, and youngsters prefer to go for road trips with friends along the narrow and winding roads.
The road trip from Manali to Leh is one of the favorite motorbiking trips for adventure lovers. Morey plains are flat terrains, where riders can have a relaxed journey. Whereas, motorists need to be extra alert while driving through the hairpin bends of Gata Loops. Other sites that come on the way are Baralacha La, Khardung La, Sarchu, Nubra Valley, Dras, Kargil, Keylong, Tanlang La, Rumtse, and Tso.
Some of the other famous Motorbike trips in Himachal are Delhi to Spiti, via Manali, and Manali to Ladakh. It usually takes 11 to 12 days for these bike trips and allows you to explore some offbeat destinations.
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- Road Trips in Himachal Pradesh
Road trips in Himachal are an excellent way to get you closer to the charming scenic beauty of nature, amidst huge mountains. You can have easy-going rides on low elevated hills, or experience nerve thrilling adventure rides while driving through the Gata Loops, in Manali-Leh highway.
Driving on the Hindustan-Tibet Highway gives you abundant opportunities to explore the Spiti Valley and its beautiful enchanting landscapes. Chandigarh’s road trip takes ten days to explore the entire Spiti Valley and the remote villages of the Himachal. Another memorable road trip in Himachal is the Spiti and Kinnaur Road trip, from Chandigarh, which is also one of the most exciting road trips in Asia. Chandratal Lake is an exotic spot for camping and is sure to give you memorable lifetime experiences.
So, whenever you are planning your next family trip, or one with friends, Himachal Pradesh is an ideal place to explore beautiful nature and have fun while having adventure.
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