HIMALAYAN MOUNTAINEERING - The Mountaineer's Paradise

The lure of Himalayas is irresistible for the mountaineers, as the Himalayas are the greatest range of mountains on earth, their beauty, vastness, fascination and mystery will always have an everlasting appeal for those who venture in this region. The captivating landscape, with an incomparable diversity of flora and fauna: Himalayas is regarded as the 'Mountaineer's paradise' and, indeed, is a refreshing treat to the Mountaineers. Himalayas is the ultimate destination for an adventure holiday tour, offering everything from short and easy excursions to the long challenges of the snowy peaks, invoking visions of the spectacular Himalayas, the lush meadows, green woodland and fragrant orchards.

The area around Manali presently forms the core of mountaineering in Himachal. The Beas Kund region and lower reaches of the Hanuman Tibba (5930 m), the Manali and Shitidhar peaks around the source of river Beas and Deo Tibba (6001 m) (Kullu) area are suggested for beginners with some experience. The Chandra Bhaga ranges, the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges are existing.The State also has several other areas where Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports, Manali and its branch at Dharamsala (Kangra) offer this activity.

Adventure tours for rock climbing in Manali is popularising in Himachal. The region is suitable for beginners with little experience.

It is an himalayan expedition with Sherpas carrying loads of equipment, such as tents, sleeping bags, cooking utensils etc. Of course, costs can be reduced if equipments can be hired and one organises climbs and tours through mountaineering clubs and societies.