Malana Village Tour, Stay, Hotel, Information | Kullu Manali Tourism

Malana

Malana is a tiny paradise of India, nestled amidst the towering Himalayas and bordered by the Parvati Valley in the north-east and Kullu Valley on the other side, lying in the shadow of the Chanderkhani and Deo Tibba. This ancient village near Kasol is known as the oldest republic in the world and has its own set of government and lawmakers. The Malana people believe that they have pure Aryan genes and are the descendants of Alexander’s Army. The local assumption is that Jamlu Rishi, a deity worshipped by the pre-Aryans, lived in Malana, and he is the one who set up the rules and traditions of the place. This village shelters a thousand tribal people, who are unique in their clothing and dialects, and live in little huts with stone roofs. Malana is world-famous for trading the high-quality and illegal hashish, Malana Cream. Even though the tourists have to register themselves before entering Malana, this Himalayan Village provides the perfect getaway destination for hipsters.

Quick Information
  • Malana Weather Weather:
    20ºC/-10ºC
  • Best Time to Visit Malana Best Time to Visit
    May to October
  • Duration
    4-5 days
  • Kullu Manali Tours Nearest Airport
    Chandigarh Airport

How to Reach Malana / Distance Chart

There are three mountain passes that connect Malana with the Kullu Valley. You can reach Malana from the Parvati Valley (Manikaran) which is almost a 10 hour trek across the 3180m high Rashol Pass. The second option is via Naggar across the 3600m high Chanderkhani Pass, which is also a trek of about 2 days. The way that is easiest, shortest and is preferred the most is through the village of Jari, which is connected to the Kullu Valley. The distance is 12kms and a walk of only 6 hours will take you to Malana. On the way, you will cross beautiful waterfalls and the Malan Nallah.

Jari is just 8kms from Kasol and it will take you a little over 5mins to cover the distance. Beyond Jari, no public transport is available. If you want to reach Malana directly, we will arrange a personal car or a tempo traveler for you. We will also take care of all the transportation reservations throughout your tour including train and air ticket bookings.

Malana By Air

The nearest and the most convenient airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at a distance of 304km from Malana. We will book your flight tickets from your departing city to Chandigarh, where our driver will wait for the transport of your choice. Ride comfortably and affordably to Malana on our luxury personal cars and tempo travelers.

How to Reach Malana By Train

Chandigarh station is the nearest railway connection to Malana (304km). Reach there from your departing city by train, with the timely reservations done by us. From there, our car will pick you up and take you safely to Malana. Our luxury cars and tempo travelers ensure a joyous and comfortable ride for you.

Kullu Manali By Road

Reach Chandigarh by flight or train and we will do all the necessary bookings for you. On reaching the respective airport or station, get a warm reception from our drivers. Your pre-booked transport will take you comfortably to Malana, a ride you will enjoy to the fullest. You can also choose to book our tempo travelers. Reserve your tour with us to get the best transportation deals with stunning discounts.

Top Things to do in Malana

Other than being an ancient village, Malana is a very prominent name in the international stoner’s culture, and hashish is the main attracting factor for most of the young tourists, if not all. Find out the things that need to be explored in Malana, including the weeds.

smoke with the locals malana
It is no secret why young tourists flock to this little village in the Parvati Valley. Once there, you will find locals smoking all day, and they will happily offer you a puff from their chillum. Be generous enough to accept because sometimes turning down the offer can be an insult to their tradition. While possession of such things is illegal in the outer world, it is legal and okay, according to the Malana Government. The Malana people consider weeds as part of their identity and are proud of the fact that people across the globe go gaga over Malana.
psy parties
If you are planning to visit Malana during the summer months, then Malana has something for you. Over the last few years, the trance and rave psychedelic parties have become very popular in Malana. They are held deep inside the woods of Kasol, Chalal, Tosh, and Pulga. The rhythm of loud electronic music in the woods, the unlimited supply of drugs, hashish, and ganja make these parties raving. Held from mid-May to the end of September, these parties take three to seven days to hit the ending note.
Hot Springs Malana
From Malana, you can also go hiking to the hot spring in Kheerganga in the Parvati Valley. The 13kms hike of 4 to 6 hours takes you through the Himalayan villages and pine forests, and across the green meadows until you reach the top. A dip in the springs with a breathtaking panorama gives you a worldly experience.
Jamadagni Temple
According to Hindu legends, Jamadagni is one of the saptarishis, the sixth reincarnation of Vishnu and the father of Parshuram. In Malana Village, they have Jamadagni Temple, and the outsiders are forbidden to touch that. The Malana people believe that the outsiders are untouchables that is why they keep them out of their sacred place of prayers. It is made up of wood and stone and does not have any electricity. You can have a look around but remember not to touch, because they can fine you for that!

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Best Places to Eat / Restaurants Near Malana

Kasol is the last place where you will get enough options to choose where you want to eat. Because as you go nearer to Malana, the food option goes painfully down. You will find a handful of dhabas run by the locals, and the food there is mouth-watering, although the options are pretty limited. The most delicious items you will find are rice, lentil, butter rotis, veg items. Some dhabas also serve non-veg food.

  • Eagle Cafe
  • Shiva Cafeen Cafe
  • Valentino’s
  • Best Places to Stay / Hotels near Malana

    If you can befriend some locals, then you can get good homestay options. Otherwise, you can spend the nights in the tiny handmade guesthouses made by the people of the village. You will be able to find comfortable and cozy rest houses nearer to Kasol. Check out the ones mentioned below:

  • Malana Hotel
  • Dragon Guest House
  • Parvati Woods Cottage
  • Negi’s Nest Hotel
  • Hotel Shivalik
  • The Whitehouse
  • Padma Guest House
  • River Stone Cottages
  • Deeya Place
  • Snow Touch Resort
  • Read more about Malana Travels

    Malana village, a pristine beauty amidst the Himalayan range and Parvati Valley flowing beside it, leaves you in total bliss. Keeping the land’s beauty aside the place has great historical stories attached to it. However, Malana makes a perfect destination for hipsters to plan their visit to the lands of Aryans. Trekking in Malana and exploring the village are two topmost things to do but, make sure you consider the safety tips before opting for a trek in Malana. The best time to visit the place is between May-October when the skies tend to be clear. Get the full tourist information on how to reach and much more by logging on to our website.

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