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Solang Valley

Between Solang Village and Beas Kund lies the beautiful valley of Solang. Situated at a distance of about 13kms from Manali, this place is bound to capture you by the surreal views of lofty mountain peaks and glaciers. Solang Valley, with its snow-covered smooth ski slopes, provides the picture-perfect place for snow skiing in the winter. In summer, this valley turns out to be the best destination for paragliding, zorbing, and horse-riding in the entire state of Himachal Pradesh. The temple of Lord Shiva on the hilltop of the valley is also a popular tourist attraction.

Quick Information
  • Weather:
    25ºC/-7ºC
  • Best Time to Visit
    September to June
  • Ideal Duration
    1-3 days
  • Nearest Airport
    Chandigarh Airport

How to Reach Solang Valley / Distance Chart

Solang Valley is located at a distance of about 13kms from Manali and is well connected via Manali to some of the major cities of the country. Wherever you travel from, we provide reliable and affordable transportation for your timely pickup and drop off. Choose from our luxury personal cars, motorbikes and Volvo buses and get the best deals. If you wish to cover any part of your journey by air or train, we will do all the necessary bookings for you. Contact us today for a booking!

By Air

The nearest airport to Solang Valley and Manali is Chandigarh Airport. Book with us and travel to your destination on time. The distance between Chandigarh Airport to Manali is 315km and that between Manali and Solang Valley is 13kms. You can comfortably reach Manali by our personal cars or Volvos. From Manali, take another car or choose one of our motorcycles and set off for Solang.

By Train

The railway station, convenient and nearest to Solang Valley and Manali, is Chandigarh Railway Station. Reach Chandigarh Station where our car will wait to pick you up. From Manali, you can opt for our personal cars or motorcycles, whichever suits you the best. Enjoy a fun-filled and relaxed car ride of 318kms with our comfortable and luxurious transportation options.

By car

Both Manali and Solang Valley are well-connected by roadways to the major cities of North India. If you want to tour in and around Manali in a car, then explore our transportations. Book with us to get the best deals. We will book your train or flight tickets also, and on reaching Chandigarh, you can take our transportation to travel to Manali and other places.

Top Things to do in Solang Valley

Solang Valley is also known as Solang Nullah, meaning nearby villages on the riverbank. Situated at a distance of 14kms from the resort town of Manali, Solang is a side valley at the top of Kullu Valley that never fails to engage the adventure seekers. In winter, heavy snow wraps the entire valley in a thick white blanket. The gentle slopes with fresh layers of snow make it an ideal location to go skiing. In the summer months, the snow completely melts, exposing the extensive lush green meadows that slope down towards the banks of the River Beas. During this time, the valley offers sports activities like zorbing, parachuting, paragliding, and horse riding, though, ropeway has started only recently. Apart from these, Solang Valley also offers ATV rides and trekking trails.

Zorbing in Solang Valley Manali
Zorbing is an exciting activity and is very popular in Solang Valley. This activity involves rolling down the hill slope in a huge ball. It is fun to watch the landscapes from every possible angle as you tumble down. The ball has space for two and rolls mildly down the hills. The organizer runs alongside it to keep the ball in control. Zorbing usually involves a distance of about 100m, but you can always choose other lengths with varying tariffs. So, dare to roll with our most amazing packages today.

Best Time to Visit: June-October
Timing: 11:00 am to 6:30pm on all days
Duration: 30mins to 1 hour
Skiing in Solang Valley Manali
Skiing is a major adventure sport in Manali. The increase in demands for this activity resulted in the development of many skiing centers in and around Solang Valley. Solang Valley has gentle slopes that serve as the best skiing runs. It offers ski-runs of about 2 and a half km. You can also avail the prior training sessions before participating in these activities. In winters, the superly excited skiers are seen winding their ways down the snow-covered grounds.

Best Time to Visit: October-June
Timing: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm on all days
Duration: 1-2 hours
Paragliding and Parachuting Solang Valley Manali
Do you want to fly across a valley like a bird? Paragliding in Solang gives you the perfect opportunity. Paragliding and parachuting are two of the most popular activities in Solang Valley. You can choose from the duration of the flight that ranges from 15 mins to 45 mins, depending on the speed and direction of the wind. With efficient and trained operators, people from any age group can participate easily in these daring sports. But if you are pro at paragliding, then Solang may have very little to amuse you with most of the flights arranged for beginners. But why miss out on the fun part, anyhow? Enroll today for this unforgettable experience.

Best Time to Visit: October-June
Timing: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on all days (closed during monsoon)
Duration: 2 hours
Gondola Ride in Solang Valley Manali
The cable car ride has started recently in the Solang Valley. A round trip of the cable car sets off from Solang, and again, comes back to Solang. During the ride, you can get the most amazing views of the scenic beauty that wraps the valley. Open throughout the year, this ride closes down in extreme winters when Solang itself gets cut off from the rest of Manali due to heavy snowfall.

Best Time to Visit: September to June
Timings: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm on all days
Duration: 3-4 hours
Squad or ATV rides in Solang Valley
Another fun-sport in the Solang valley is the squad or the ATV rides. ‘All-Terrain Vehicles’ are sturdy vehicles and are designed for rough grounds. There are some remote places in Solang which are not connected by proper roads. ATVs are just the right vehicle to ply such roads. You will find many operators who rent out ATVs in Solang. Travel with us to find the best deals. It is generally the Quad for the summers and snowmobile for the winters.

Best Time to Visit: May-October
Opening hours: Every day
Duration: 3-4 hour or more
Camping in Solang Valley Manali
Apart from hardcore adventure activities skiing, paragliding, parachuting, and zorbing, Solang Valley in Manali is an ideal destination for hiking and camping. Irrespective of the seasons, Solang valley offers the perfect destination for exciting camping and hiking experiences. With our guides, explore through the lush green meadows and the mysterious forests surrounded by lofty mountains.

Best Time to Visit: May-October
Duration: 2 days and 1 night
Trekking In Solang Valley
There are many trekking trails from Solang Valley that you can cover with your friends or group. As you get higher up the trails, you will cross the pine forests and the grazing pastures until you reach up high enough to get the breathtaking beauty of the valley. But most of the trails originate in Manali and crosses Solang in its way. So, you can either embark on the trek from Manali or from Solang whichever is your choice. Some of the preferred hiking and trek trails include Solang Waterfalls, Jogini Waterfalls, Beas Kund Trek, Patalsu Peak trek, Brigu Lake Trek, Friendship Peak Trek, etc.

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Best Places to Eat / Restaurants in Solang Valley

Solang Valley is scattered with small and cozy eateries that will provide you with good food. Some of the most recommended diners and café in the region are as follows:

  • Dham Restaurant
  • The Corner House
  • Il Forno
  • Drifter’s Café
  • Café 1947
  • Casa Bella Vista
  • Johnson Bar & Restaurant
  • The Lazy Dog
  • Kamchatka Bistro & Grill
  • Best Places to Stay / Hotels in and around Solang Valley

    Manikaran offers some of the most relaxing and affordable resting places. Check out the hotels
    below to get the most comforting experience:

  • Solang Ski Resort
  • Solang Valley Resort
  • Hotel Solang Holiday Inn
  • Allure Grand Resort
  • Apple Country Resorts
  • Clifftop Cottages
  • Clifftop Cottages
  • Snow Valley Resorts
  • Hotel Snowcrest Manor
  • Hotel Vyas Vatika
  • Read More about the Solang Valley Tour

    Solang valley is the favorite place for snow-lovers and adventure-seekers as it provides them with a fun and recreational activities. In winters, Solang valley skiing is famous due to the quality of snow and the iconic view one gets to experience while choosing to ski either with or against the sun. During the summer season, activities like horse-riding and paragliding in Solang Valley catch the attention of tourists and travelers. For snow lovers, the best time to visit Solang Valley is between December to February. Solang valley is one of the most visited tourist places in India. We provide Solang Valley tourist information, which includes the best tour packages, including the booking of hotels and resorts, making your trip unforgettable!

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