Adventure in Himachal Pradesh
If you are seeking Adventure in mountains, seek no further as Himachal Pradesh, the land of gods have everything to offer you what other states can't. From Rafting to Paragliding and small hikes to climbing 7000 Meter Peaks, Himachal has everything. All the activities which you can think of. Here we made a list of activities popular in Himachal Pradesh for Adventure, which you surely should not miss. Contact us for more details and design the best package for you so you can avail all or most of the activities as per the season.
1) Trekking :- From short treks to expeditions, Himachal has hundreds of beautiful treks to offer you. Easy as well as adventurous, you can expect to climb tall rocks, cross fiery river streams and nullahs, negotiate dangerous crevasses, climb vertically on slippery rocks, cross high altitude passes with very thin vegetation and walk on rickety about to collapse bridges. Trekking is one of the most adventurous activity and is our personal favorite, since it's consistent. It's not for a few moments or an hour, it's continuous till you are on your expedition. It could be for a few hours to a few months. Every moment while you are on a trek is an adventure in itself and did we forget to say that it's a lot of fun too. You overcome your fears, your inhibitions and gain a lot of self confidence and a felling of self sufficiency while you are on trek. As an added bonus, you get to uncover new lands, meet new people and cultures, enjoy solitude in the wilderness and enjoy a break from the daily humdrum and hustle and bustle of crowded cities and metros. The air in mountains is clean, pollution free, the people are simple and life is difficult. You will be humbled when you will see the daily hardships of the nomads and villagers of the deeper Himalayas. You will start appreciating what you have and will never look at mountains the same way as before. We at Holidaydada strive to make your journey through the mountains much more safer and pleasant, Once you join us on a trek you will never forget the experience and will cherish it forever. Click this link to browse through some of our popular Treks in Himalayas.
1) Trekking :- From short treks to expeditions, Himachal has hundreds of beautiful treks to offer you. Easy as well as adventurous, you can expect to climb tall rocks, cross fiery river streams and nullahs, negotiate dangerous crevasses, climb vertically on slippery rocks, cross high altitude passes with very thin vegetation and walk on rickety about to collapse bridges. Trekking is one of the most adventurous activity and is our personal favorite, since it's consistent. It's not for a few moments or an hour, it's continuous till you are on your expedition. It could be for a few hours to a few months. Every moment while you are on a trek is an adventure in itself and did we forget to say that it's a lot of fun too. You overcome your fears, your inhibitions and gain a lot of self confidence and a felling of self sufficiency while you are on trek. As an added bonus, you get to uncover new lands, meet new people and cultures, enjoy solitude in the wilderness and enjoy a break from the daily humdrum and hustle and bustle of crowded cities and metros. The air in mountains is clean, pollution free, the people are simple and life is difficult. You will be humbled when you will see the daily hardships of the nomads and villagers of the deeper Himalayas. You will start appreciating what you have and will never look at mountains the same way as before. We at Holidaydada strive to make your journey through the mountains much more safer and pleasant, Once you join us on a trek you will never forget the experience and will cherish it forever. Click this link to browse through some of our popular Treks in Himalayas.
2) Peak Climbing:- Peak climbing is a different ball game altogether and is much more difficult than trekking. It involves climbing on very difficult terrains, using climbing gears like crampons, ropes, ice axe, pitons, seat harness, insulated jackets and equipment which is fit for mountaineering at extremely harsh conditions at super high altitudes. The equipment including utensils must be light weight as you have to carry most of it your shoulders, also it must be tough enough to withstand snow storms, heavy wind, massive snow fall and sub zero temperatures. Peak climbing is a far more adventurous cousin of Hiking/Trekking and you must be extremely physically and mentally fit and possess tonnes of willpower to climb that difficult summit. The gear involves in mountaineering is extensive and trekking/hiking can be compared to a pleasurable stroll in the park when it comes to hard core mountaineering. There are many peaks in Himachal which climbers love to summit. Some of the most popular ones are Hanuman Tibba, Friendship Peak, Deo Tibba, Indrasan, Reo Purgyill, Shipki, Shitindhar, Shikar beh, Mun Peak etc.
3) Paragliding:- Paragliding is a recreational and competitive adventure sports of free flying, foot launched glider aircraft with no rigid primary structure. The pilot sits in a harness suspended below a fabric comprising a large number of interconnected cells. Wing shape is maintained by suspensions lines, airpressure and aerodynamics from outside.
It does not use any engine, although the flight can last many hours and may cover hundreds of kilometers, through natural air lift also called thermal the pilot gains height often reaching altitudes of few thousands meters. Himachal Pradesh is famous for its several paragliding destinations including Solang Valley & Kothi in Manali, Bir-Billing and Barot Valley, Indrunag in Dharamshala, as well as Khajjiar in Chamba. Bir-Billing is said to be the most popular spot for paragliding in Asia. It's considered to be world's second best and has been host of world paragliding championship as well as paragliding national sports. A flight in Bir-Billing can last upto several hours although 15-20 minutes flight is considered normal or average here. Pilots of Bir-Billing are considered to be the best in Himachal and is also spot for paragliding courses if someone is willing to learn paragliding here.
It does not use any engine, although the flight can last many hours and may cover hundreds of kilometers, through natural air lift also called thermal the pilot gains height often reaching altitudes of few thousands meters. Himachal Pradesh is famous for its several paragliding destinations including Solang Valley & Kothi in Manali, Bir-Billing and Barot Valley, Indrunag in Dharamshala, as well as Khajjiar in Chamba. Bir-Billing is said to be the most popular spot for paragliding in Asia. It's considered to be world's second best and has been host of world paragliding championship as well as paragliding national sports. A flight in Bir-Billing can last upto several hours although 15-20 minutes flight is considered normal or average here. Pilots of Bir-Billing are considered to be the best in Himachal and is also spot for paragliding courses if someone is willing to learn paragliding here.
4.) Rafting:- White water rafting is a recreational sport and outdoor activity which uses and inflatable raft to navigate a river. This is often done on rough water. Dealing with risk and team work is often a part of experience. Kullu Valley in Himachal is famous for white water rafting over Beas River. Trips generally starts from Pirdi and continue 14kms down to Jhiri. There is a water sports center setup near Kullu to provide an exhilarating experience to tourists. The Mountaineering Institute in Manali also arranges two week Kayaking trips on Beas river which is a heaven for extreme Kayakers and beginner rafters alike. The river has got Grade I-IV Rapids.
5.) Waterfall Rappeling/Canyoning/Canyoneering:- Many names for the same sport, Canyoning literally means travelling in canyons using a variety of techniques that may include walking, scrambling, jumping, rappelling and swimming.
The gear involved in Canyoneering or Canyon Rappeling in this case includes ropes, helmets, harness and protection packs. Its popularity is increasing day by day now. It’s a risky activity and must be performed under expert guidance and with proper safety gear and equipment. Now this activity is gaining a lot of popularity in India as well and has become a regular event in Indian states especially in the state of Maharasthra, Uttarakhand and Himachal. Although there are many popular spots for this adventurous activity in Maharashtra, in Himachal it’s usually done in Dalhousie, Barot Valley, Manali and Tirthan Valley. If you are willing we can arrange a waterfall rappelling session for you in the state and elsewhere.
The gear involved in Canyoneering or Canyon Rappeling in this case includes ropes, helmets, harness and protection packs. Its popularity is increasing day by day now. It’s a risky activity and must be performed under expert guidance and with proper safety gear and equipment. Now this activity is gaining a lot of popularity in India as well and has become a regular event in Indian states especially in the state of Maharasthra, Uttarakhand and Himachal. Although there are many popular spots for this adventurous activity in Maharashtra, in Himachal it’s usually done in Dalhousie, Barot Valley, Manali and Tirthan Valley. If you are willing we can arrange a waterfall rappelling session for you in the state and elsewhere.
6.) Rock Climbing:- Rock climbing is an activity in which participants climb up over a natural rock formation or artificial rock walls. The goal is to reach the summit of the formation of the endpoint of a usually pre-defined route without falling. The length and difficulty of the formation may require extended to extreme endurance and the chances to slip and fall are multiple. Thus the usage of proper safety gear and aids is necessary in most cases. Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport and it often tests a climber strength, endurance, agility and balance. The usage of hands and feet in co-ordination is an absolute must while engaging in this sport. It’s advisable to use proper climbing gear and equipment and guidance and support of qualified and experienced instructors before involving in this extreme activity. Rock climbing is now popular in many parts of India and adventure enthusiasts are keen on climbing over artificial and natural rock formations. We conduct rock climbing and rappelling events in several parts of Himachal Pradesh including Bir, Manali, Dharamshala, Barot Valley, Tirthan and Kullu. In N.C.R. rock climbing events are organized by us through our adventure camp at Blue Camp at Damdama Lake, Gurgaon
7.) Rappeling:- Often called Abseiling, rappelling is a controlled descent of a vertical drop such as a rock face using a rope.
Climbers use this technique when a cliff or slope is too steep/dangerous to descend without protection. It is also used to access difficult to reach areas while rescue in mountains, maintenance, construction, inspection and Industrial. It can be a dangerous activity and has to be carried out under supervision of experienced instructors. Rappeling has recently become a popular adventure activity and a most commonly used activity in many parts of Maharashtra and North. We conduct rappelling and similar adventure activities in several parts of Himachal and at Camps at Damdama Lake, Gurgaon on the foot steps of Aravali Hills.
Climbers use this technique when a cliff or slope is too steep/dangerous to descend without protection. It is also used to access difficult to reach areas while rescue in mountains, maintenance, construction, inspection and Industrial. It can be a dangerous activity and has to be carried out under supervision of experienced instructors. Rappeling has recently become a popular adventure activity and a most commonly used activity in many parts of Maharashtra and North. We conduct rappelling and similar adventure activities in several parts of Himachal and at Camps at Damdama Lake, Gurgaon on the foot steps of Aravali Hills.
8:)- River Crossing:- River crossing is an activity which involves crossing from one end of the river bank to the other using safety aid like rope, helmets, harness and other safety equipment under the guidance of a technical team. It has become a popular sport nowadays as travel and adventure enthusiasts love to take part in this activity. It can be a simple river crossing where you negotiate the river simply through walking inside of it (usually done in shallow waters) facing strong current and waves but safe as you have been tied up with a rope extension, sometimes in icy cold waters on mountains, or simply by hanging over the rope and crossing it by using a pulley to get to the other side. The rope can be sometimes pulled down by the handlers to give you the much needed dip in icy cold waters of the river for a memorable adventure. We undertake river crossing in several parts of Himachal Pradesh during treks as well as holidays like in Tirthan, Manali, Bir Billing, Kasol, Barot Valley etc.
9:) Fishing:- Also called Angling, it’s a method of fishing by means of an angle (fish hook). The hook is usually attached to the fishing line which is often attached to a fishing rod. Angling is a principal method of sport fishing. Catch and release method is increasingly practiced by recreational anglers. There is a usage of artificial and natural fishing baits to catch fish in this process.
In Himachal Trout fishing is most popular. The fish is also delicious to eat and soft with a single bone structure. Trout are also smart enough to be easily cought and provide a good fight when cought with hook thus proving to be a challenging recreational sport. It also contains the lowest amount of dioxins (contaminants) compared to other oily fish types. Since Trout is a cold water fish thus they are also known to swim under icy cold shallow waters in depths looking for food. Some trouts have to be searched in running water by travelling upwards in a stream also called a Riffle. Thus making the activity more fun for a recreational and experienced Trout Angler. Contact us for Trout Fishing in Barot Valley, Manali and Tirthan Valley and also at our Camps at Damdama Lake, Gurgaon
In Himachal Trout fishing is most popular. The fish is also delicious to eat and soft with a single bone structure. Trout are also smart enough to be easily cought and provide a good fight when cought with hook thus proving to be a challenging recreational sport. It also contains the lowest amount of dioxins (contaminants) compared to other oily fish types. Since Trout is a cold water fish thus they are also known to swim under icy cold shallow waters in depths looking for food. Some trouts have to be searched in running water by travelling upwards in a stream also called a Riffle. Thus making the activity more fun for a recreational and experienced Trout Angler. Contact us for Trout Fishing in Barot Valley, Manali and Tirthan Valley and also at our Camps at Damdama Lake, Gurgaon
10:- Skiing:- Skiing is a recreational and a competitive winter sport in which participants use skiis to glide on snow. Many events of ski are recognized by International Olympic comitte and International Ski Federation.
There are several types of Skiing popular in the world most popular being downhill skiing also called Alpine Skiing. It involved sliding down snow covered hills on skis with fixed heel bindings. It involved reaching the top of a mountain using ski lifts or manually by carrying it on shoulders. Sometimes Helicopters are also used to carry skii equipment on the top of mountains thus the term Heli Skii. Skii activities are usually carried out by ski resorts with artificial snow grooming, first aid and ski equipment. Skii is most popular in Solang Valley in Himachal Pradesh and Auli in Uttarakhand. Apart from Skii, tourists can also enjoy various other activities like Zorbing, Paragliding, ATV Rides, Snow Scooter Rides, Snow Treks etc. Please contact us to for a memorable ski trip in Himachal Pradesh and Auli to make your holidays memorable.
There are several types of Skiing popular in the world most popular being downhill skiing also called Alpine Skiing. It involved sliding down snow covered hills on skis with fixed heel bindings. It involved reaching the top of a mountain using ski lifts or manually by carrying it on shoulders. Sometimes Helicopters are also used to carry skii equipment on the top of mountains thus the term Heli Skii. Skii activities are usually carried out by ski resorts with artificial snow grooming, first aid and ski equipment. Skii is most popular in Solang Valley in Himachal Pradesh and Auli in Uttarakhand. Apart from Skii, tourists can also enjoy various other activities like Zorbing, Paragliding, ATV Rides, Snow Scooter Rides, Snow Treks etc. Please contact us to for a memorable ski trip in Himachal Pradesh and Auli to make your holidays memorable.
