Manali – a honeymoon destination, trekkers’ paradise and heaven for adventure enthusiasts; Manali has something to offer to all. Top of it, the weather, the quaint villages, the misty snow capped Himalayan mountain all add further spice to the entire settings. Manali Backpackers take you through the best trekking trails in and around Manali.
Manali is a perfect launch for trekking enthusiasts and treading the rocky terrain you can admire the beautiful alpine meadows and gaze at the majestic Himalayan ranges. So, let us start exploring the 10 best treks that Manali and its nearby areas offer.
1. Malana Village Trek
Best time to visit- May to November
Apart from the trek, Malana has its fair share of historical stories that dates back to Alexander the Great and Akbar. this moderate trek at an altitude of 2652 meters takes you through Naggar and picturesque Rumsu. Oak and pine forests welcome you all through your trek. You can also stopover the Roerich Art Gallery and Nicholas Roerich Art Museum to peep into Himachal Pradesh’s rich history.
2. Bara Banghal and Bir Trek
Best time to visit – June to September
Nature’s bare beauty and its wilderness all await you when you tread on the journey from Kullu Valley to Dharamshala. This trekking trail is all amidst lush green paths and offers majestic views of Pir Panjal, Bara Banghal and Dhaula Dhar ranges. This trek ends in the Kullu valley. However, if after 11 day long trek, still your heart yearns for more, you can try out paragliding at Bir Valley.
3. Hamya Herbal Trek
Best time to visit – June to September
A moderate trek, it takes you around 8 days to conquer the Hamya Herbal Trek. Anyone who apart from admiring the scenic beauty is looking for more, well this trek is just perfect. All through your trek starting from Pandu Ropa to Chikka and Balugera is flooded with exotic herbs variety.
4. Hampta Pass Trek
Best time to visit – June to September
This campers’ paradise trek is just full of amazing experiences at every step. A peep into the Himachal’s village culture at Banhara, scenic meadows of Lama Dugh, scintillating shadows of the Deo Tibba Mountain – what else can you ask for? When the Hampta valley is covered with snow, trekkers get a feel as if they are in the Arctic region and are enjoying the close up views of the Himalayan foothills. Then you would also be welcomed by plain sand grounds at Balu ka Ghera when you take on this 8 day long trek. Manalibackpackers has both standard and customized trekking packages that come in affordable prices with no compromise on trekkers’ security and comfort.
5. Jogini Waterfalls Trek
Best time to visit – April to November
Jogini Waterfall offer a day’s hike, which begins form Hadimba Temple and goes up until the quaint Vashisht village. This trek is an uphill walk towards the Vashisht village and the waterfall marks the village boundary. The hot water springs at Vashisht village are known to possess medicinal properties and one can definitely rejuvenate their body by taking a dip here.
6. Deo Tibba Base Trek
Best time to visit – June to October
A 5 day moderate level trek, the trek begins from picturesque Jagatsukh and takes you through scenic villages, vast mountain ranges from Bara Banghal to Dhauladhar to Deo Tibba Mountain and Hanuman Tibba peak. Tall pine trees are a welcoming treat to eyes all throughout the trek.
7. Beas Kund Trek
Best time to visit – April to October
Suited to all age groups, the Beas Kund Trek offers you camping by the river, and trek through mountains and forests and enjoy panoramic views of Pir Pangal, Dhauldhar range. The trek begins from the Solang valley and teakes youthrough the alpine trail of the picturesque Dhundi and birch trees and Bhoji Patra.
8. Brighu Lake Trek
Best time to visit- June to October
This trek start from Gulaba near Manali and takes you to the beautiful and mesmerizing Bhrigu Lake which is nothing less than a paradise. Admire the scenic trails of the Kullu valley and take a dip in the hot water springs at Vashisht lake. At Manali Backpackers, you can well choose from the standard packages or drop us a mail of your itinerary and we would help you with the best quote for sure.
9. Lama Dugh Trek
Best time to visit – April to November
The scenic views of Indrasan, Deo Tibba, Hanuman Tibba entice you throughout when you take upon this 5 hour pleasant trek which begins from Hadimba Temple and concludes Lama Dugh where the cherry trees are a welcoming treat.
10. Chandrakhani Pass Trek
Best time to visit – April to October
Beginning at Naggar, the trek is comparatively an easy one and less challenging. It takes you through the pine, chestnut and deodar trees of Rumsu to Nayu Tapru. Treat for any nature lover, Chnadrakhani Pass offers scenic views of mountain ranges – Pir Panjal, Parbati Mountains.
Manali Backpackers has been arranging such spectacular treks since inception and have helped trekkers create beautiful memories to be cherished forever.