When in Manali

Sketch, read, write, hike, eat a leisurely local meal, sit at a café, and aimlessly take photographs. Explore and enjoy the tranquil nature park and vast pine forest that we are surrounded by.

Make a day of your trip to Manali to visit the Rohtang Pass. Be taken aback by the lush green, winding roads that gradually lead to snow. The snow never melts in some areas of the Rohtang Pass. That is, what you see and hold in your hands could be ancient snow. Let your inner child out as you play in the snow.

Peaches, plums, cherries, strawberries, and litchis all give way to apples, which come in every colour you can imagine. That means there's always a fruit ready for you to enjoy in Manali. You can arrange a visit to a fruit orchard or explore the fruit markets, which are busy transporting fruits all over the country during the summer months.

Begin early in the morning in Manali. Make your way through Kullu, Bhuntar, and the Parvati Valley. The scenery here can easily turn a 3-hour drive into an 8-hour photo-op trip. As you travel deeper into the Parvati valley, the road gradually ascends. Stone houses with flat slate roofs begin to appear. There are a few tourist hubs here, such as Kasol and Malana, as well as many multi-day Himalayan treks, such as the Chanderkhani. These quick stop-and-go trips are not something we usually recommend. Parvati Valley is worth a long journey on its own. But, if you've just returned from a long, exhausting trip to Ladakh or Spiti, or if you're just pumped up enough to venture beyond Manali, we say, why not? Take the plunge. You can continue on to Manikaran or the road's end at Pulga. Remember that you must return, and driving in the dark is not recommended. Don’t make safety secondary while you are having all the fun.

If driving on "no roads" for hours sounds like your cup of tea, the Manali Kaza route to Spiti is for you. Before we begin, let's clarify a few points. The Manali-Kaza-Spiti route is not for the faint-hearted. It's an oxymoron to call it a road trip. Roads are few and far between. You will be driving over riverbeds. There will be a few river crossings. There will also be flower-covered mountain slopes, snow-capped peaks, raging rivers, and sights that will stay with you forever.

There are numerous activities to do in Manali, among which is rappelling, ideal to satiate your craving for an adrenaline rush. Manali is a haven for adventure sports owing to the gorgeous natural rock formations. With the help of a harness and rope, you will learn the techniques of balancing and rappelling down. Manali is a perfect getaway for thrill-seekers who wish to partake in adventure activities and look forward to trying their hands on something unique. The adventure level of rappelling in Manali is moderate to difficult. You can choose to climb the rock and then rappel down. In this way, you can indulge in rock climbing and rappelling. And also, make sure you have a tight grip on the rope and the harness to avoid any unpleasant incidents. You can go rappelling in Manali all year. However, it is best to do these activities on clear and sunny days so that you can see the route while rappelling down.

Explore the Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art's extraordinary collection of unknown and rare antiques such as religious relics, household objects, instruments, weapons, architectural wood carvings, scale models, and more. Spending time immersed in Manali's history and heritage is one of the most enjoyable things to do in Manali. This location is also surrounded by some of Manali's best homestays.

Manali's Mall Road, like all the other hill stations, is quite popular and as breathtaking as it gets. If you're wondering what to do in Manali, don't be! If nothing else, take a stroll down Mall Road and shop for some local delicacies. Not only that, but you can also treat yourself at some truly amazing cafes that you may come across while shopping. Tibetan artifacts, artificial jewelry, and woolen items are among the best things to buy on Manali's Mall Road.