Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
- Altitude
- 2,050 m
- Good for
- Hill station, Adventure, Snow
- Best time
- Oct · Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr · May · Jun
Overview
About Manali
Manali sits at the head of the Kullu valley beneath snow ridges and deodar forest. Solang's slopes, the Hadimba temple and Old Manali's cafés make it the base for snow days, paragliding and drives through Atal Tunnel.
Highlights
- 01Snow and paragliding at Solang Valley
- 02Hadimba Devi temple
- 03Atal Tunnel to Sissu
- 04Old Manali cafés by the river
At a glance
- Region
- Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
- Altitude
- 2,050 m
- Best time
- Oct · Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr · May · Jun
- Good for
- Hill station, Adventure, Snow
Trips to Manali
Price on request
Live weather
Right now in Manali
13°C
Showers
Wind 5 km/h
Next 5 days
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- Mon18°5°
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Location
Finding Manali
- Region
- Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
- Altitude
- 2,050 m
- Coordinates
- 32.2432° N · 77.1892° E
Getting there
How to reach Manali
Bhuntar Airport, Kullu
~50 km away
Small flights from Delhi that are often cancelled in bad weather. About 1.5 hours by road.
Chandigarh
~300 km away
The most practical railhead. About 8 hours by road through the Kiratpur–Manali highway.
From Delhi
~540 km drive
11–13 hours. Most travellers take an overnight Volvo and arrive by morning.
Manali in pictures
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When to go
Best months for Manali
Ideal Off season
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
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- Oct
- Nov
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Journeys that include Manali
Good to know
Planning a trip to Manali
When is the best time to visit Manali?
The best months to visit Manali are October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May and June. Outside these months you can still travel, and we will tell you honestly what the weather and roads will be like.
How do I reach Manali?
The nearest airport is Bhuntar Airport, Kullu, about 50 km away. The most convenient railway station is Chandigarh, about 300 km away. By road, Manali is about 540 km from Delhi. We arrange private pickups from any of these.
How high is Manali? Will the altitude be a problem?
Manali is at about 2,050 m. That is comfortable for most travellers, including children and older parents, but mornings and evenings are cold for much of the year, so pack warm layers.
How much does a trip to Manali cost?
It depends on your dates, hotel category, group size and how many days you have. Message us on WhatsApp with these details and we will send a clear, itemised price, usually within a few hours.
Can you plan a custom trip to Manali?
Yes. Every trip we run is planned around you. We can combine Manali with nearby places, slow the pace for families, or add treks and activities.
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