5 Things to do in Manali
One of the most popular tourist destinations near Delhi is Manali in Himachal Pradesh. Located at a height of 6725 ft above the sea level along the Beas River, Manali is a tourist hot spot and a go to destination if you’re looking for some adventure and some breathtaking scenic views. It is also one of the favourite destinations for families in summer to couples enjoying heavy snowfall in the months of December to february.
While you’re in Manali, you surely get to enjoy some time in peace and also experience thrill at the same time, but if you’re wondering what to do in manali besides gazing out at the hills, then here is a list of 5 things to do in manali to make the most out of your Himachal Trip.
1. Healing Bath in Vashist Hot Water Spring:
One of the soothing and mesmerising things to do in Manali in winters is to bathe in the hot water spring and experience its healing powers. Vashisht village, located near the Beas River, is mostly flooded with tourists. The hot water spring is believed to possess powers and contains natural healing powers. Go there, take a dip and experience the magic yourself.
2. Bike Ride to Rohtang Pass
Manali is full of thrilling adventures and bike riding to Rohtang pass is one of the most loved adventurous activities in manali. Riding a Royal Enfield Bullet through the rohtang pass with snow on either side and with majestic views of the valley. The surreal landscape views of Pir Panjal Mountains will leave you mesmerised with its beauty. Riding a bike amidst the mountains and ATV rides on snow is something you should definitely experience on your next trip to manali.
3. Adventure Sports
Manali is also known as a home to various exciting adventurous activities,various adventure sports like- Paragliding, river crossing, river rafting and zipline are what you can enjoy in manali. All you need to do is visit the adventure sports centre’s headquarters at Aleo which is 3km to the south of Manali. There you will find a number of experienced crew who will gladly arrange a host of activities for you.
4. Cafe Hopping in Old Manali
If you’re someone who loves food and likes to try different cuisines when travelling, then cafe hopping in old manali is not less than a heaven. In old manali you will find a number of cafes and restaurants all with different vibes and views. You will also find different cuisines including Tibetan, Mexican, Himachali, and even some famous places for sushi and cakes. You will never run out of food options and places in old manali and also it is less crowded as compared to the central manali.
5. Shopping at Mall Road
Shopping is surely the most thrilling part of the journey and shopping in manali is something you don’t want to miss. It is perfect as you take a stroll around the city and shop some awesome and cool stuff which you can take back home as a token for your memories. Manali mall road has a number of big and small shops for all range of products, from local artisans to clothes made by local weavers and different kinds of souvenirs you find all of it on the mall road.
Manali is full of adventurous activities and to make the most out of this himalayan adventure, you need to plan your trip keeping in mind the weather conditions. In Manali, December to February is a time when you can enjoy snowfall and the spectacular white scenic views, also the time to enjoy some skiing. March to June is the time when summer steps in and hence it is the perfect time to indulge in outdoor activities like paragliding, rafting and trekking. July to September is the time when monsoon hits the town of manali and these months attract the lowest tourism due to increased risks of landslides. Apart from Monsoon, every month of the year offers something extraordinary to tourists in manali.
After reading this blog, I hope now you have an idea on when to visit and the things to do in manali, as this himalayan destination has a lot to offer that you can cherish forever!
Also attaching the list of 5 places you can visit this winter!!
