Solang Valley in Manali - Beautiful serene valley of Manali which is full of adventures and snow capped mountains.

                                                  Solang Valley Manali Himachal Pradesh India

Located at a distance of 13 kms from Manali, Solang Valley lies between Solang village and Beas Kund. It offers a beautiful view of glaciers and snow capped mountains.

Since the valley has fine ski slopes, it is a perfect place for skiing. The guest house of the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports, Manali is based here. This institute is the venue for winter skiing festival and also offers training in skiing to the tourists. In winter, the valley becomes a skiing paradise with children of all ages slipping and sliding over the fresh white snow.

When snow melts in the summer, skiing is replaced by parachuting, zorbing, paragliding and horse riding. 

For snow lovers, the best time to visit Solang Valley is between the months of December to February.There is also a ropeway which take one to such a height that the view of all the valley could be seen. 

Things to do in Solang Valley, Manali, Himachal Pradesh:

Camping

Horse riding

Paragliding

Skiing

snow scooter in solang valley

solang valley trek

skiing in solang valley

One can see the orchards of Apples, roaring Beas river and sky full of paragliders. There are small dhabas, road side stalls which offer food,tea, and other fast foods. Gum boots and snow dresses are also availabe in the stalls. One can also take ride on snow scooter.One is likely to spot a huge transparent ball with mostly two people inside it rolling down the slope during summers, it is as much fun as it looks like. One of the most vibrant and enjoyable places in Manali, there is no way one can possibly miss this valley, while travelling Manali.

There is no entry fees but one has to pay for taking part in  different activities and sports. It can be reached via buses and cabs available from Manali.