Trekking in Solang Valley

Location: Solang Valley To Beas Kund

Elevation: 8,500ft TO 12,772ft

Difficulty Level: Moderate

About Trekking In Solang Valley

There are many beautiful treks that start from or near Solang valley, where one can capture the true essence of the Himalayas and explore the places as only some had. Trek from Solang valley, which is one the most popular treks to visit, is the Beas Kund at the height of 3700 m. There are many other peaks that require technical knowledge and certification from mountaineering institutes.

About The Activity

Trekking is an aspect of walking undertaken with the distinct purpose of exploring and admiring the scenery. It usually takes place on tracks in regions of relatively unspoiled nature. Trekking has been compared to meditating because when you climb up to a mountain peak it has an interesting way of calming you down. You are so aware of your surroundings that it feels relaxing and tiring at the same time since one has a lot of walking to do. Trekking is a positive walking experience that is a mix of hiking and walking in which one can take a multi-day excursion admiring the panorama of rural areas, ridges, and the valleys.

Best Time To Visit Solang Valley

The best time to visit Solang Valley varies over the interests of an individual visit Solang valley. The weather in Solang Valley for the summer season (April to  June) is the best to experience the outdoor activities and places). The months of July to September are advised to avoid the heavy monsoon season in Himachal Pradesh and for uncertainty issues. The month of October till March is best to experience the Solang valley for the snow and winter adventure activities of skiing, ATV rides, and many more.

Solang Valley In Summers

The Solang valley is most beautiful during the summer season because one can see the snow-covered mountains, the clear skies, and the green grasslands. People visit Solang valley and Manali to also get relaxation from the increasing temperatures of summers all over India. It is the best time to experience the Zorbing in Solang Valley and to have a Paragliding experience over Solang Valley, also many treks and ATV rides start to open up by the month of May from and nearby Solang valley.

Solang Valley In Monsoon

During the monsoon season that is from July to September due to heavy rainfall, it is not advised to travel to the Solang Valley because of unpredictable and heavy rains and highly flooded rivers that can cause damage to the people, property, and things.

Solang Valley In Winters

Solang valley in winter is one of the best destinations to be at one can experience many snow-related activities available at Solang valley to enjoy. The skiing, the snowmobiling, zorbing, paragliding, and the winter festival. During this season that is from October to March, the Solang Valley from its colorful theme changes itself into the white theme of snow.

How To Reach Solang Valley

Solang Valley By Air

Solang valley does not have its own airport. The nearest airport is in Bhuntar that is 61 km away which takes around 1 hour 50 minutes to reach. Bhuntar has regular flights from Delhi the distance between the two places is 411 km and the travel time is approx 1 hour 30 minutes. The cheapest flight that one can get will cost about 3800 INR.

Solang Valley By Train

The nearest railway station is in Joginder Nagar. From Joginder Nagar to Solang valley one can hire a cab to travel. The distance between the two is about 155 km which takes around 4 to 5 hours to reach the Solang valley.

Solang Valley By Road

Solang Valley is a hill station destination. It is easy to access the place by road as it directly leads one to the Solang valley. One can travel by car or cab from Delhi to Solang Valley. The distance is around 545 km it takes ideally 13 hours to reach the Solang Valley. One can also travel in private buses with a  variety of options to travel, on overnight journeys of the semi sleeper bus type which cost approximately 1000 INR for travel.

Things To Carry

ID Proof: Carry a valid ID proof issued by the government.

Clothing: Warm clothing (Down jacket/fleece jacket, woollen cap/scarf, hat, lowers, woollen & cotton socks, thermal wears), cotton towels, trekking/hiking shoes & other comfortable regular wear.

Toiletries: Lip balm, wet wipes, skin moisturizer, sunscreen.

Medical Related: Personal medicines (if any), mosquito repellent, prescribed medicines for high altitude sickness, dehydration salt.

Optional: Sunglasses, rubber slipper, power bank, candy, dust mask, Etc.

Do’s And Don’ts in Solang Valley

Do’s
Do wear a good pair of shoes while trekking.
Do carry warm clothes.
Do carry your essentials.
Do wear a mask.
Do carry your own sanitizer.
Don’ts
Do not overstrain steep gradients.
Do not litter here and there in public places.
Do not spit in public places.
Do not disrespect the locals.