• Famous for: Nature, Photography, Adventure.
• Tickets: No entry fee. Tickets for different adventure sports.
• Opening Timings: Open all days from 10 am to 6 pm.
• Duration: 3-4 hours.

About Solang Valley

Are you looking for the best place to visit in Manali? Solang Valley is one of the best options for you. Solang Valley, also known as “Snow Point” is located at a distance of 13 kms from Manali. It offers a beautiful view of glaciers and snow capped mountains. Solang Valley also known as Solang Nala derives its name from the combination of words Solang (Nearby village) and Nallah (water stream).

This is a place worth visiting all round the year, that’s exactly what makes this place the perfect holiday destination.

If you want to visit in summer, it has facilities for paragliding, zorbing, mountain biking and horse riding. In winter, especially between January and March, it is used for skiing, snowboarding and sledding.

Things to Do at Solang valley

Solang Valley is one of the best & famous destinations for adventure lovers. There are a wide variety of activities and adventure sports available.

• Zorbing.
• Paragliding.
• Skiing (only in winters).
• Parachuting.
• Horse riding.

Among these, paragliding is perhaps the most pursued activity here.

Solang Valley Temperature

The temperature of Solang Valley is really very ideal in the summer season to enjoy outdoor activities. The Solang Valley temperature ranges from −12 °C (10 °F) to 25 °C (77 °F) over the year with the hottest day crossing 25 °C (77 °F) and the coldest day going below −10 °C (14 °F). The average temperature during summer is between 5 °C (41 °F) to 25 °C (77 °F), and between −12 °C (10 °F) to 8 °C (46 °F) in the winter.

Best Time To Visit Solang Valley

The best time to visit Solang Valley is April through June and December-January. If you want to enjoy winter sports, visiting Solang from November to February is recommended as the valley is covered with snow during that time of the year. During summers, the valley experiences mildly hot afternoons while it continues to be cold in the mornings and evenings.

Manali To Solang Valley

The distance from Solang Valley to Manali is 13 kilometres. Taxis and buses between Manali and Solang Valley are available all around the year for travellers. Manali to Solang Valley taxi fare is between INR 1500 and 2000 per vehicle. The distance between Solang Valley and Rohtang Pass is about 44 km. Private cabs and government buses are available from Manali bus stand to Solang Valley.

Traveler Tips

• If you are visiting Solang Valley in summers, make sure that you try Paragliding, as it is one of the most exhilarating activities here.
• Woollen clothes are often available for rent in the area. Do remember to check for any damage before you pay for them.
• Carry sunglasses and wear socks with sturdy shoes so that you have no problem while taking part in the adventure.
• The place can be crowded sometimes so expect a bit of a rush and traffic while getting here. 

Things to Do

• Trek your way to the Shiva Temple situated around two kilometres away from the Solang Valley.
• Take a ride on the rope way and see stunning views of the hills and meadows.
• Engage the thrill seeker in you and go for paragliding, zorbing, or skiing down the steep snow covered slopes.
• Play in the snow and take in the breath-taking scenery.

Availability of Guides

Though guided tours are available from Manali, Solang Valley can be easily visited on your own. It is important to note that a guided tour may let you experience all the adventure activities you like, but you may have to do so in a rush. So, if you are looking for a calmer and slower experience, we recommend that you explore this place by yourself.

Best Time to Visit

The months of summer and winter see different faces of the valley. The winter months from December to February are usually considered to be the best time to visit as you can experience the beautiful snowfall and skiing down the slopes. If you prefer activities like zorbing and paragliding, the summers might be the best time to visit for you.

How to Reach

You can hire a taxi from Manali which will cost around Rs. 600. A much cheaper alternative is to take the government bus from Manali bus stand at 8 in the morning. The bus returns at 3 pm from Solang Valley.

Interesting Facts and Trivia About Solang Valley

• Hindi and Himachali or Pahadi language is commonly spoken in the area.
• The commercial skiing grounds were established in 2011 in the Valley and have trained and served a number of adventure lovers since.
• Chai and Maggi available in the nearby tea stalls in the area are a tourist favourite and must be experienced.
• Wooden crafts and junk jewellery are sold at the handicraft shops for visitors.

 

Nearby Attractions

• Hidimba Devi Temple
• Beas River
• Rohtang Pass
• Van Vihar National Park
• Manu Temple
• Museum of Himalayan Culture and Folk Art
• Raghunath Temple
• Rahala Falls
• Vashisthi Baths

Nearby Restaurants

• Il Forno
• Johnson’s Cafe
• Toasted and Roasted
• La Plage
• Bob Dylan’s Cafe
• Tibet Kitchen
• Mehak Restaurant
• Pizza Olive
• Chopsticks

Solang Valley is an absolute delight for adventure lovers who get to experience a wide variety of activities here. Time spent here will be like no other. Visit the Solang Valley on your next trip to Himachal with your friends, family, or significant other and you are bound to make memories that you will cherish for years to come.

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