This is the main reason why young people flock to this valley. It is the closest thing to flying like a bird.
- The Vibe: Imagine standing on the edge of a cliff. The wind is hitting your face. You hear the instructor say “Run!” and suddenly, your feet leave the ground. The noise of the crowd below fades away, and all you hear is the wind. You see the river far below looking like a silver ribbon.
- Practical Info:
- Timings: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (dependent on wind).
- Entry Fee: Short flights cost around ₹1000; high flights cost around ₹3500.
- Best Time to Visit: Morning hours (before 12:00 PM) usually have the best wind conditions.
- Insider Secret/Hack: Most agents will try to sell you the video recording for ₹1000 extra. Do not pay the full price immediately. Negotiate. Often, they will include the Go-Pro footage for half the price if you are in a group. Also, ask for the “High Fly” ride; the short one is over too quickly.
- Accessibility: Not suitable for seniors, pregnant women, or children under 12. Requires a short run for takeoff.
Zorbing is a funny and unique activity. You get inside a giant transparent plastic ball, and they roll you down a green hill.
- The Vibe: It feels like being inside a washing machine, but in a fun way. You see the sky, then the grass, then the sky again as you tumble down. It is full of laughter and a little bit of dizziness.
- Practical Info:
- Timings: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Entry Fee: Approximately ₹500 per person.
- Best Time to Visit: Afternoon, when the sun is warm on the grass.
- Insider Secret/Hack: If you have just eaten a heavy lunch, do not do this. Wait for at least an hour. Also, ensure you empty your pockets. Coins and keys flying around inside the ball can hurt you.
- Accessibility: Great for kids and teenagers. Not recommended for people with back problems or motion sickness.
When it snows, the green meadows turn into white slopes. This transforms Solang into a ski resort.
- The Vibe: Everything is bright white. The air is crisp and cold. You will hear the sound of skis cutting through ice and the thud of people falling into soft snow. It smells like hot chocolate and cold pine trees.
- Practical Info:
- Timings: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Winter months only: December to March).
- Entry Fee: Skis, suit, and instructor packages start from ₹1000.
- Best Time to Visit: January and February are the best months for fresh powder snow.
- Insider Secret/Hack: Rent your gumboots and ski suit from a shop before you reach Solang Valley (on the way from Manali). The shops right at the ski point charge almost double the price.
- Accessibility: Requires good physical fitness. However, there are tube rides (tyres) for those who cannot ski.
