Riverside campsite near Manali offering stays in Swiss tents, nightly bonfires, and access to adventure sports like rafting and trekking.
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High Adventure Camps offers a structured camping experience on the banks of the Beas River, a short distance from the main town of Manali. The site consists of rows of semi-permanent Swiss tents, each equipped with basic bedding and often an attached, functional washroom, providing more comfort than traditional camping. The central area of the camp usually features a large clearing for a nightly bonfire, which serves as a social hub for guests. The atmosphere is generally lively in the evenings with music and group activities, while mornings are quiet with clear views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks. Visitors spend their days participating in organized activities or simply relaxing by the river. The sound of the flowing water is a constant backdrop. Most packages include meals, which are typically served buffet-style in a common dining tent, featuring simple but wholesome North Indian food. The camp serves as a base for various adventure sports; operators coordinate directly with local providers for activities like river rafting, paragliding, and zorbing, which are usually located nearby. It's a place for those who want an outdoor experience without the hassle of bringing their own equipment.
Ideal For
Plan your trip around the ideal season for the best experience
May-June (summer school holidays) and long weekends. Late December for New Year celebrations also sees high traffic.
April, September, and October, when the weather is good but the main holiday season is over.
July-August (monsoon season) and January-February (peak winter) due to extreme weather conditions.
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Indian Visitors
Free
No entry fee
Opening Hours
12:00 PM — 10:00 AM
The camp is open 24/7 for resident guests. Standard check-in time is 12:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM the next day. Early check-in or late check-out may be available on request and subject to availability.
Entry is managed through accommodation packages. A typical package costs between ₹1500 to ₹3000 per person, per night. This usually includes the stay in a Swiss tent, breakfast, dinner, and a nightly bonfire. Adventure activities like rafting or paragliding are charged separately.
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Address
Near Nehru Kund, Manali-Rohtang Pass Highway, Palchan
Coordinates
32.2657, 77.1876
Nearest City
Manali
Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently
The nearest airport is Bhuntar Airport (KUU) in Kullu, which is approximately 55 km away. From the airport, it takes about 2 hours to reach the campsite by taxi...
The nearest major railway station is Chandigarh (CDG), around 315 km away. From Chandigarh, you can hire a taxi (8-9 hours) or take an overnight Volvo bus to Ma...
Manali is well-connected by road to major cities like Delhi (550 km) and Chandigarh (315 km) via NH3. Overnight government and private buses are widely availabl...
From the Manali bus stand, you can hire a local taxi or an auto-rickshaw to reach the camp. It's advisable to pre-book a taxi for convenience, especially if you...
Learn about the story and cultural importance of this destination
Established in the early 2010s, High Adventure Camps is a modern tourist facility created to meet the rising demand for adventure and experiential travel in the Kullu-Manali region. It was developed by local entrepreneurs to provide a safe and organized alternative to unsupported wild camping. The m...
The camp is significant as a key component of Manali's adventure tourism economy. It provides travelers with an accessible way to experience the Himalayan outdoors and engage in adventure sports under supervised conditions. For many visitors, it's their first introduction to camping and activities l...
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