Manali is not just about rivers and mountains ! Like other Himalayan hill-stations, Manali too provides an array of sports and activities for the daredevils looking to try something different ! Here are some of the most popular adventure activities in Manali :
1. River Rafting :
River Rafting is perhaps among the most famous adventure sports in Manali. The Beas River offers the best rafting experience for adventure seekers.
Best time for river rafting in Manali is during the summer months of June and July. However, the rafting remains closed during the monsoon. It again restarts from October and continues till February-March.
The per person cost for River Rafting is around ₹1000 – ₹1500
2. Paragliding :
Paragliding gives you chance to experience a bird’s life as it gives a bird’s eye view of the beautiful valleys. Manali is among India’s paragliding hotspots with many places like Solang and Kangra in and around Manali which provide paragliding experiences.
Best time for paragliding in Manali is from April to June.
The per person cost for Paragliding in Manali ranges from ₹600 – ₹2000 depending on the distance and duration.
3. Rock Climbing and Rappelling :
For people who are looking for hard core adventure activities in Manali, offers Rock Climbing and Rappelling activities by the Beas River.
Best time for Rock climbing and Rappelling in Manali is during Mid April to June.
The per person cost for Rock Climbing and Rappelling in Manali is ₹500
4. Skiing :
Being a high altitude hill station in the Himalayas, Manali experiences snow in the winter months. Hence, skiing is a popular winter sport in Manali.
Best time for skiing in Manali is during the winter months of December and January.
The per person cost for skiing ranges from ₹1000 – ₹5000 depending on the ski routes
5. Snow Scooter :
You must have watched Snow Bikes and Snow Scooters in Hollywood Films and TV series. Manali gives you the opportunity to relive your favorite Hollywood Snow Scooter experience in a style of your own. The Solang Valley, just 15km from Manali offers a 2km Snow Scooter ride service. In short, the Snow Scooter Ride is among the best things to do in Manali.
Best time for snow scooter rides in Manali is during the winter months of December and January.
The per person cost for snow scooter ride ranges from ₹1000 – ₹1500.
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