If you are willing to leave aside your busy schedules and escape for some days to the pleasant mountains and alluring nature, then Manali is to be the best stop for this purpose.

The heal station is in the lap of the snow-clad mountains and has wonderful weather. Your visit to Manali is surely going to be a memorable one. It is situated at a height of 2050 meters from sea level. The place offers a picturesque view and the scenic heights are worth a visit. The place is filled with the beauty of sky-high mountains, splashing rivers, temples, and also the water streams.

The town is perfect to celebrate your vacation and amidst the beauty of a lot of attractions.  There are various attractions and rip-roaring adventures that you can take part in. One of the best places to visit in Manali is the Solang valley and the Rohtang pass.

Top things to do in Manali include river rafting, trekking, temple hopping as well as the sightseeing, and a lot more things. Read ahead and know about what good things you can explore here.

The Landscape of the Countryside

The countryside has scenic beauty. When you visit Manali you are going to see the villages like Malana, Kothi, Vashisht, which are among the most beautiful villages in India.

One of the secret sites of Manali includes the Gulaba. The place is covered with snow scaped peaks and uninterrupted with the commercialization and beautified with the flow of the Beas river.

This place is among the beautiful destinations and the place also has Kothi village that is at the foothills of Rohtang pass. It is about 12 km from Manali.  This village gives a beautiful view and in the Beas river flows in the backdrop. The place is ideal to spend a night and is great for camping.

Hot Water Bath in Manikaran

While visiting Manali, you should make sure that you surely refresh yourselves in the hot water baths of Manikaran. The bath of this place gas a lot of religious beliefs and there are various stories related to the hot water springs.

The Gurdwara is a famous pilgrimage site and that too for the Sikhs and the Hindus.

Some people also believe that the water of this place has healing properties and can cure a lot of problems like muscle pain. Do take a bite of the langar when you visit Manikaran.

Take Blessings at the Hidimba Devi Temple

One of the famous tourist places of Manali is the Hidimba Devi temple. This is situated around 1.5 kilometers from the Mall road of Manali.

The temple is four-storeyed and was constructed the Raja Bahadur Singh in 1553. This temple is in the middle of the thick coniferous forests.

The building is dedicated to the Goddess Hidimba who was the wife of Bheema. Do visit the temple to take blessings and also appreciate the beautiful architecture.

Skiing at the Solang Valley

There are various exciting things offered by Manali for snow lovers. People can surely enjoy winter sports here. Also, along with that people can also enjoy the Alpine views.

There are other adventure sports like parachuting and paragliding. The snow-covered slopes vanish during the summer season. Also, being people can take part in the transparent ball and get tossed down the slope.

Thrilling Activities at Rohtang Pass

This place is known as the snow point of Manali. It draws a number of people from across the country to engage in adventure sports in the summers.

During winters, the mountains are covered with snow and the place is closed from October to May. This pass is situated at a height of 3979 meters from sea level and is 51 km from Manali. Also, this valley is a gateway for the places like Lahaul Spiti, Leh, and Pangi.

There are a lot of activities for the tourists like skiing paragliding, mountain biking, along with the views of snow, glaciers, and peaks. You can do camping as well in this place.

Paragliding in Khajjiar

This place is known as the mini Switzerland of India. It is a paradise and the best place for adventure and nature lovers. The place has fresh air, and beauty beyond words.

The area is known for its adventure activities. People can experience rolling down the hills in the transparent ball, and paragliding.

There are guides to help you carry out these activities easily. So you can indulge in the different activities and zorbing options in Manali. This can be done from May to January to May and from October to December.

Also, reaching heights on a glider is among the other fun activities of Manali. You can enjoy flying like a bird and also take a beautiful view of the Dhauladhar range and mountains. The flying time will depend upon the winds.

River Rafting

Manali is a broad valley and river rafting in the icy cold water is a truly great experience. The river Beas that flows is the strongest here and it is perfect for rafting.

There are various operators who offer river rafting in Manali. For those who are very excited about fun adventure water sports, you should gear up and visit Manali on your vacation.

The River Beas is among the best stretches for river rafting and provides river rafting for both beginners and pro. If you want to enjoy river rafting then the best time is from the month of April to June. The rafting is done under the guidance of to trained guide. This is to ensure safety and a thrill experience for you.