Parks & Outdoors · Manali
Where to get out — Manali's parks, gardens and green pockets
Manali's outdoor side: parks worth a morning run, gardens worth a Sunday picnic, and the green pockets that make the city bearable in October and beautiful by January. Curated for visitors who want some sky between their meetings, and locals who keep forgetting these are options.
01This walking tour is a journey of exploring Manali in its true sense, a great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city. Experience majestic snow-capped mountains, lush green plains, soothing and serene climate, mystical atmosphere, and spiritual journey of the city during the walking tour with our storyteller. Visit the Ghatotkach Tree Temple - traditional pagoda-style Hindu temple with an intricate wood facade in lush, forested surrounds, ancient cave temple built in 1553 dedicated to Hidimbi Devi, wife of Bhima. Walk through beautiful forests with thick deodar along connects to Old Manali, enjoy the serenity of nature and visit the magnificent Manu temple dedicated to the sage Manu. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not.
02Discover all the beautiful and famous sites of Manali and taste local delicacies on this fantastic 4-hour experience with a personal guide in an air-conditioned car. Explore the nature trails of a city and experience secrets in its kitty in the beautiful city of Manali. Enjoy the company of tall trees and beautiful landscapes during this sightseeing experience. 1. The scenic green beauty of nature and hills will give nature-lovers a small dose of wilderness needed to refresh their spirit. 2. Climb through the rocky terrain, narrow passages to reach at the beautiful waterfall. 3. Complete the tour with a big smile on your face and beautiful memories to cherish in your photos.
03Day hikes in Manali. Manali day hikes are for those who want to enjoy a brilliant walk in the outskirts of the Manali town. Starting from a 2000m the day treks go up to 4000m thus gaining a 2000m altitude in a day. All-day hikes start early morning. After the end of the trek, some require transportation to get back to Manali and some start at Manali and end at Manali. The day hiking tour allows its participants to enjoy the beautiful green forests, above tree line meadows and the spectacular view of the Pin Panjal and Great Himalayan range.
04Tulamben diving is a water activity that will make your holiday special. Tulamben is a small village in Bali, located in the northeast area. The area has black sand with smooth rocks. Because of the gentle current and waves, this located is ideal for diving. There are several diving spots there, but most tourists like visiting the Coral Garden and USAT Liberty Wreck. On each location, you have 30 minutes to 40 minutes to explore the areas. Depending on the diving operators, you can generally enjoy two times diving time. The package includes a professional guide as well as safety equipment. It even includes a pickup service from the hotel at 8 AM. Diving here can be done by beginners accompanied by professional instructors
Most of the parks below peak between November and February — cool mornings, low pollution, the gardens at their floral peak. The summer months are best avoided between 11 AM and 4 PM; sunrise visits are still magical. Monsoon (June–September) is unpredictable but the green takes on a saturation you can't see otherwise.
Manali has a handful of parks with dedicated jogging loops — typically 1.5–3 km, well-marked, well-lit at dawn and dusk. The serious runners' parks are listed first. Most allow dogs (on leash); a few have specific dog parks within them.
Picnicking is permitted at most public parks in Manali but private gardens and conservancy sites usually aren't picnic-friendly. Entry fees are nominal where applicable. Toilet facilities are inconsistent — assume basic and you won't be disappointed.
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