Adventure Activities in Manali: What Runs When
Fly, raft, ride and play in snow — one Manali trip
Which activity runs in your month, where it happens, and one quote for hotel, cab and activities.
- Activities 6 types
- Fly + raft 16 Sep – 14 Jul
- Snow late Dec – Feb (Sissu earlier)
- Solang 13–14 km
- Atal Tunnel no Rohtang permit
- Price Get Quote
Adventure activities in Manali at a glance
Manali has six kinds of adventure close by: tandem paragliding at Solang, Dobhi and Gulaba, rafting on the Beas at Raisan, Babeli and Pirdi, the Solang ropeway with zorbing and ATV rides, snow days at Solang and Sissu, and treks such as Hampta Pass and Bhrigu Lake. Flying and rafting stop every year from 15 July to 15 September.
Six kinds of adventure around Manali
Each activity has its own detailed page. Photos show the activities in general, not the named Manali spots.
Most bookedParagliding
Open nowRiver rafting
All yearSolang ropeway, zorbing & ATV
Dec – FebSnow day & skiing
Snow firstAtal Tunnel – Sissu
On requestTreks & camping
Bungee jumping? There is no verified bungee site in Manali today — Himachal’s verified bungee jump is at Bir. Ask us and we plan it into a Manali – Bir route. Want a real summit? See guided peak climbs.
What’s open in Manali in your month
| Months | Open | Closed / notes |
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| Mid-Sep – Nov | Paragliding, rafting, ropeway, zorbing, ATV, Sissu (first snow) | Rohtang usually open with a permit till Nov/Dec — check status |
| Dec – Feb | Snow day, skiing, snow tubing / scooter, ropeway, Sissu if the road is open; paragliding on clear days | Rafting is cold; roads past Solang shut after heavy snow |
| Mar – Jun | Paragliding, rafting (high water May – Jun), ropeway, zorbing, ATV, Rohtang (opens around mid-May, permit) | Peak crowds May – Jun — book early |
| 15 Jul – 15 Sep | Ropeway, zorbing / ATV (weather), short walks | Paragliding + rafting banned (monsoon order) |
Pick your month, we plan the rest
- Oct – Nov → fly, raft and ride; chase first snow at Sissu. Read Manali in November.
- Dec – Feb → snow days, skiing and an igloo night; snow suits on rent.
- Mar – Jun → everything open; Rohtang from about mid-May.
- 15 Jul – 15 Sep → no flying or rafting; ropeway and Solang rides only.
How a Suzu Manali adventure day works
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Tell us your plan
Dates, group size, ages — and weights for anyone flying — and which activities you want.
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We check what’s open
We check what runs on your dates and plan the order: fly in the morning air, raft after, a snow day on its own.
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One quote on WhatsApp
Hotel, cab and activities in one quote, arranged with registered local operators.
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Your driver takes you
Your cab drops you at each point; the briefing and safety gear are given at the site.
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Weather plan B
If weather stops an activity, we move it to the next day or swap it for one that is running.
One plan for the whole group
Not everyone wants to fly. Kids under 12 can ride the ropeway, zorb or play in the snow while others fly — we plan the day so nobody waits around.
Wear layers and shoes with grip, carry a change of clothes for rafting and snow, and tell us about any health issue when you book.
What we check before we book
Suzu Travels is an HP Tourism registered travel agent (Reg. No. DTO-MND-11-243/2022). We arrange every activity with registered local operators and plan around these rules:
- Registered sites onlyA June 2025 zipline fall near Nehru Kund happened at a site not registered for the season; Kullu’s DC asked tourists to confirm a site is authorised. We book only registered sites and operators.
- Paragliding rulesNotified sites and registered pilots only; no passengers under 12 years or 30 kg (HP Aero Sports Rules 2022, amended 2025).
- Rafting gearLife jacket and helmet compulsory, a guide in every raft. No rafting or flying 15 Jul – 15 Sep.
- Snow senseHire a proper suit and boots; police barriers move with the snow — never go past them.
- AltitudeFatru (about 3,200 m) and Rohtang (3,978 m) are high — go slow with kids and elders.
- Weather callsPilots and guides decide on the day; if they stop, we reschedule or swap.
Get a quote in minutes
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Tell us your date
WhatsApp or the quote form — dates, people, ages and the activities you like.
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We check your date
What is open that month, the road to Solang and Sissu, and the flying weather.
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You get one quote
Activities, cab and hotel in one plan — no running between counters.
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Confirm and go
We send pickup times and a what-to-carry list before you travel.
What your quote depends on
- Which activities and how many people (flying weight limits apply per person)
- Flight length or rafting stretch chosen
- Month and day (weekends, Dec – Jan and May – Jun are peak)
- Photo / video add-on for flying
- Cab type for the day (Solang or Sissu in snow may need a 4×4) and a Rohtang permit if included
- Hotel nights and meal plan — today’s rate on WhatsApp within minutes
Your Manali adventure in 15 seconds
Fly, raft the Beas and play in the snow: send your dates and we plan the activities that are open then, with hotel and cab, in one quote.
Get your Manali adventure quote
Tell us your dates and group. We reply with what’s open and today’s rate within minutes — with hotel and cab if you want.
Add adventure to your Manali package
Most guests take a 4-night Manali stay with one adventure day (Solang + paragliding) and one river day (rafting + Kullu). See the 5-day Manali family itinerary, the Manali honeymoon package, a Himachal tour from Delhi or our Manali guide.
Need only a cab? Delhi to Manali taxi · Chandigarh to Manali taxi · Manali taxi service.
Adventure activities in Manali — questions
Which adventure activities are open in Manali in October?
Paragliding, river rafting, the Solang ropeway, zorbing and ATV rides all run in October, and Sissu past the Atal Tunnel often gets its first snow in October–November. Flying and rafting reopened on 16 September 2026 after the monsoon ban.
When are paragliding and rafting closed in Manali?
Every year from 15 July to 15 September, by Kullu district’s monsoon order. They reopen on 16 September, weather permitting.
Is bungee jumping available in Manali?
We have not found a verified, operating bungee site in Manali. The verified bungee jump in Himachal is at Bir, and we can add it to a Manali–Bir route — see Bir Billing.
What is the minimum age for paragliding in Manali?
Twelve years and at least 30 kg, under the HP Aero Sports Rules. The pilot can also set an upper weight limit.
Can we do paragliding and rafting on the same day?
Yes, usually: fly from Solang or Dobhi in the morning, then raft at Raisan on the way down the valley. Weather decides the flying slot, so keep the plan flexible.
Where can we see snow in Manali in winter?
Solang Valley from late December to February, and Sissu past the Atal Tunnel, which often has snow earlier. Gulaba and Kothi on the Rohtang road are snow-play points when the road is open. See Himachal snowfall 2026-27.
Do we need a permit for Atal Tunnel or Rohtang?
The Atal Tunnel and Sissu need no Rohtang permit. Vehicles going to Rohtang Pass need an online permit — check our Rohtang permit & road status page before you go.
How much do adventure activities in Manali cost?
It depends on which activities, how many people, the flight length or rafting stretch, the month and the cab. Send your plan on WhatsApp (+91 70874 88961) for today’s rate within minutes — Price: Get Quote.
