Offering some of the most challenging and thrilling mountaineering chances in the globe, Shimla, which is the area abundant in several valleys and peaks, densely populated pine trees, green alpine meadows, trekking region, rivers, mountaineering choices and several more adventure sports, is the best spot for those who love adventure sports and adventures. Mountaineering Institute of Himachal Pradesh organizes these events. Here are some of the popular adventure activities in Shimla.

Horse Riding

The best way to feel the joy of life is horse riding, which can be best experienced on the Mall Road, Shimla. Several horse vendors in Shimla offer well-maintained and well-cleaned horses for horse riding.

Ice- Skating

Shimla is the part of the world, which has the largest open-air region with frozen ice for ice skating during winters. Shimla Ice-Skating Club, which has already celebrated its Diamond Jubilee, coordinates to perform this sport, which normally lasts from early December to February. A series of continuous sessions is provided by low temperatures and clear skies.

River Rafting

Conducting in summer season instead of the monsoons and winter, the adventure activity of river rafting is performed by using an inflatable rubber boat (dinghy). The fast flowing rivers of Shimla offer the suitable condition for the adventure activity of river rafting. The Sutlej River close to Shimla provides exciting chances for river rafting. A 12 km long stretch from Chabba to Tattapani is the popular place for river rafting in Shimla.

Trekking

Being the best way to explore and appreciate the best landscapes and mountains of the hill station of Shimla, trekking (taking a scenic walk), which is very popular among adventure lovers, is an extremely exciting adventure activity of walking or trekking from the slopes and incline of one mountain to the slopes and incline of another mountain. The magnificent hills of Shimla, which are surrounded by snowy peaks, are suitable for trekking.

Golfing

Considered as one of the most challenging golf course in India and situated at Naldehra at a distance of 23 kms from Shimla, this golf course in Shimla, which is a par 68, nine hole course, is one of the most ancient golf course in this country. Lord Curzon, the British Viceroy of India, originally founded the course, whose topography is entirely natural.

Paragliding

Being a skillful combination of hang gliding and parachuting, Paragliding, which is simply launched in lighter winds and requires less space for landing, is the exhilarating adventure sport in Shimla. Two locations named ‘Bir’ and ‘Billing’ in the Kangra Valley are supposed to be the hot spots of gliding in Shimla

Skiing

Skiing is the best way to get the feel of charm and cool weather of Shimla during the winter season. Famous for its smooth slopes and snow-capped peaks of the lofty ranges of the Himalayas, Shimla, which is home to several places to offer the exhilarating adventure activity of skiing, is the ideal location (after Swiss Alps) for involving in skiing.

Fishing in Shimla

Fishing is an extremely famous recreational sport in Shimla (almost called ‘Angler’s Paradise’), famous for its treasure of the best sport fish in the world. The shallow waters and streams of Shimla render this place as the ideal location for fishing. Located in the Pabbar Valley, the upstream of Rohru, which is home to a trout hatchery in Chiragaon, the suitable spot for the fishing of trouts.

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Situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh, the Hill station of Manali is counted among the most famous tourist destinations of India. Here, tourists enjoy several activities. The mention of some of them is as follows:

Camping in Manali

To make the adventure and take a relax in the lap of the nature, Manali camping is the best way. Situated at a distance from the hectic city life, Manali is enriched with the thick cedar (Deodar) forests, woodlands and the crisp mountain air beckons the lovers of nature to this fascinating land. In special camping grounds, arrangements for tent accommodations are made by Dare Adventurers. We offer Camping in Manali Packages, which provide a complete range of adventure activities in Manlali. These alternatives may comprise lodging, food, bonfires, adventure activities, a host of other amenities and services like skiing and Paragliding in Manali. The period from the month of April to middle of June and from the month of middle of September to the first half of October is the best time of the year for camping in Manali. The highest recommendation of warm clothes is made.

Beas Kund Camp, which is situated in Rohtang Pass, the originating point of the Beas River, is a famous camping destination. The high altitude and experienced campers get the opportunity of enjoying the beautiful camp sites of Shoja and Raison. An irresistible attraction is the glacier of Ladakhi Manali. The inexperienced people can take the enjoyment of luxury camping amidst the Apple Orchids in the camps of Manali, Kothi and Solang Valley. Warm and cozy sleeping bags to snuggle into and spacious tents are facilitated in the comfortable outdoor campsites. The facilities of western style toilets and wash tents, generator powered lights, beds in every tent and dining tents are provided in the camps.

Trekking in Manali

Manali is home to several Trekking Routes. Main treks in Manali are Bhrigu Lake Trek, Beas Kund Trek, Chandra Taal Trek, Chandrakhani Trek and so on. Comfortable walking shoes with an excellent grip on the ankles, woolen/tennis stockings, socks and waterproof & warm jackets are included in the checklist of the equipments needed for trekking in Manali. If you have your plan for hiring ponies and porters, you can take headgear, sunglasses, rucksack and other bags too. You should carry Swiss army knife, Water-Bottle, Gloves, Sleeping Bag and foam ground sheet, rope, umbrella, medical and first-aid equipment, Torch and batteries, Photographic Equipment, tent, Binoculars, Compass, food and rations and cooking Equipments. You must carry vegetables, fresh fruits, meat, milk with you, as they are scarce in short supply along the trails apart from higher approaches and parts of the lofty Himalayas. Enriched with pine and cedar (Deodar) trees, fruit orchards and tiny fields, Manali is a favorite destination for trekkers to Spiti, Lahaul, Bara Bhangal (Kangra) and Zanskar ranges.

If you are willing to enjoy Camping and Trekking in Manali, you can book Manali Camping and Trekking Tour Pacakges from Pune at reasonable prices.