28/07/2019
Kasol is situated in the beautiful Parvati valley surrounded by mighty Himalayan peaks all around. The distance from Delhi to Kasol is around 530 kilometres. Kasol is situated by the banks of the river Parvati. In order to reach Kasol from Delhi, you have to get down at Bhuntar, which is some 32 kilometres away. From Bhuntar, you can easily get a bus or a cab to Kasol. Kasol can be also reached from Manali and Manikaran. The distance from Kasol and Manali is 107 kilometres while from Manikaran to Kasol is only 5 kilometres.
The nearest railway station to Kasol is at Joginder Nagar which is situated some 144 kilometres away. Kasol has a whole range of things and experiences that will keep you enthralled and busy.
Kasol is the starting for most treks in the Parvati Valley. Most of these treks pass through forests of oak and rhododendron, waterfalls and various streams. Each of the treks from Kasol offer stunning views and experiences.
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From Kasol, this trek covers places like Barshaini and Rudra Nag waterfalls and finally ends at Kheerganga. A number of beautiful places also fall in between. Kheerganga has several hot springs and boasts of scenic views.
From Kheerganga, you can either come back to Kasol or head to Tosh, which is another popular destination in this route. Tosh is a small village by the river Tosh.
Tosh has many small cafes and is less crowded compared to Kasol. From Kasol you can also head over to Malana, which is known for its people and culture. It is is surrounded by Chanderkhani and Deo Tibba peaks. The trek to Malana is a memorable and a scenic one passing through waterfalls, streams and forests. This also falls on the way to Kheerganga and Magic Valley treks.
Another short trek from Kasol would be one to Chalal which is also fondly called the Little Amsterdam. It is also situated by the Parvati River.
Chalal is known for its psychedelic parties and draws people from across the world. This place is also known for its hippie culture. There is also tranquillity and peace all over this place.
You will find the Parvati river flowing almost through all places on the trek and is therefore the major and most important identity of this place. It is wonderful to sit by the banks of this river and just relax. The banks of the Parvati river are also great spots for camping.
Apart from adventure activities in and around Kasol, there are also some major religious and spiritual centres here. Manikaran is of great religious significance to the Sikhs and Hindus. This place has a Gurudwara, a few temples and a number of hot springs.
Over the years proper connectivity by roads and transport as well as Kasol’s location being close to Manali and Kullu has boosted tourism in this region. The promotion and pictures of these places on social media has also encouraged more people to visit this place.There are cafes, guesthouses and homestays in the area and the tourism infrastructure is slowing improving everyday.
However, too much of crowds of tourists coming can ruin the beauty and tranquillity of this place and the authorities are trying to keep that in check.
Over the recent years, Kasol has emerged as an extremely popular destination for adventure lovers and backpackers. A number of foreign tourists visit here. It is even popularly called as ‘Mini Israel’ because of the huge number of people coming from Israel. This place is also famous for its hippie culture.
Food in Kasol has been highly influenced by the huge number of foreign tourists that have been visiting this place very frequently. Therefore food of major international cuisines like Israeli, Italian and British can be found here. Traditional Himachali food of this region in Kasol can also be found.
Kasol is home to a number of music festivals that are arranged here at different times of the year. There are trance music festivals that attract a large amount of people across the world. Music artists and enthusiasts take part in these festivals. These festivals usually take place in the summer months of May and June.
Kasol can be mostly covered on foot but you can also choose to go around in bikes.There are a number of shops that rent out motorbikes like Royal Enfield. Exploring Kasol on bikes is can be a fun experience.
Beautiful views of the valley and mountains all around, the verdant forests and the rivers and streams meandering through this place are some of best sights that Kasol offers to its visitors.
The weather in Kasol mostly remains pleasant with moderate temperatures. However, there is snowfall in Kasol during the winter months.
There are undoubtedly many things to do in Kasol and various places to visit in Kasol. All of these are definitely some of most memorable experiences you will take back home.
Among the many adventurous things to do in Kasol, trekking surely stands out to be the most popular activity. The reason for this being that Kasol and the areas around it have some beautiful trekking and hiking routes passing through forests and provide stunning views of the whole landscape.
The treks on this route are of various difficulty levels each of which can cater to the preferences of the people. If you are a beginner and has no prior trekking experience, then do not worry as there are a number of treks of which beginners can easily be part of.
Seasoned and experienced trekkers can opt for challenging treks.The Malana Village trek, the Tosh Valley trek and Kheerganga Trail are some of the most popular treks in this region.
Adventurous activities are not restricted to trekking only here. You can also indulge in activities like biking and cycling through which you go around and explore this beautiful place.
You can head over to the banks of rivers or go the local villages and interact with the locals, you can surely plan the trip in your own way.
Fishing is another fun yet adventurous activity to be part of while on a visit here. The waters of the River Parvati are home to a number of fishes. Enjoy the beautiful scenery all around while you wait for your catch.
Camping here is also one of the most recommended experiences. Staying at these camps is surely a wonderful experience. Adventure lovers who want to stay amidst nature and enjoy being in nature’s tranquillity will surely love this. Backpacking here can also help you to meet new interesting bunch of people.
Kasol and the surrounding places have some of the best places to enjoy camping. There are great spots where you can camp out in the open amidst nature and gaze at the stars at night. Kheerganga surely tops among the places to do camping. You can witness some of best sunrises from this place. Tosh is another great place to do camping and you can witness scenic views of the mountains and the valley from here.
Though there are a number of good hotels and even homestays in Kasol, it is always recommended that you ditch these and opt for staying in these camps situated amidst forests and by the banks of the river. There is also a huge range of camping options here. You can stay a humble simple tent with just basic amenities or opt for a luxurious tent with all modern amenities. It is totally up to you.
The sound of the river flowing relaxes the mind. At night, you can gaze at the night sky and the stars. Such things can be witnessed and experienced only on a camping expedition.
