Kasol Trek

Kasol of Himachal Pradesh is famous all over the world for its amazingly beautiful plains and hills. Due to the immense beauty, tourists from all over the country and abroad keep coming here every year for roaming or trekking. Many tourists especially keep coming here from Israel. 

About 42 km from Kullu, Kasol is at an altitude of about 1640 meters. Kasol is a small village situated in the Parvati Valley of Kullu, which attracts tourists the most. For those who are looking for a quiet place to spend some time alone away from the city without any noise, Kasol is a better option, here you can spend some good time with yourself close to nature. Kasol also quenches the thirst of trekking lovers. There are base camps of many trekking trails of Himachal Pradesh, from this hill station you can easily reach many trekking destinations of Himachal Pradesh. Let's explore some of the best trekking destinations nearby Kasol. 

 

Kheerganga Trek

Kheerganga trek located in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh is at a height of 2804 meters i.e. about 9200 feet above sea level. Crossing the Kheer Ganga trek is a challenging task. During the trek, you will be able to get acquainted with the natural beauty present here. If you are a nature lover then you must visit the Kheerganga trek once in a lifetime.

 

Saar Pass Trekking Trail

If you are an amateur trekker and want to do trekking, then the Sar Pass Trekking Trail located in Kasol is a must-visit for you. You will surely be mesmerized to see the frozen Saar Lake while passing through the trek. The immense beauty of this trek is worth seeing. You can capture the views of the snow-capped mountains in your camera through the Sar Pass Trek, located at an altitude of about 13800 feet from Kasol. You will have a unique experience walking on this exciting trek.

 

Chalal

Chalal is a very beautiful village situated at a walk of 30 minutes from Kasol, while visiting this village you will be able to get acquainted with the Parvati river flowing along the way, this village is filled with paths surrounded by high mountains and pine trees. The untouched natural beauty of this village can melt anyone's heart. Here you will also find a couple of small restaurants where you can stop to rest for a while trekking and enjoy delicious food under the open sky.

 

How to reach Kasol? 

By Air: Bhuntar Airport in Kullu district, is the closest airport to Kasol. The airport serves regular flights to Delhi. You can simply board a flight from Delhi. You can rent a car or a taxi from Bhuntar airport to Kasol, which is only 31 kilometres away and requires approximately an hour to reach your destination.

By Train: To move to Kasol by train, travel off from the Joginder Nagar railway station, which is around 144 kilometres from the village of Kasol. You can either hire a taxi from the station to Kasol or perhaps board a bus from Joginder Nagar Bus Stand to Manikaran, both of which will require roughly 4.5 to 5 hours to reach Kasol by road.

By Road: The village is easily reachable via great road facilities. Every year several International tourists flock here to explore the beautiful. The main road connecting this village to Manali is the NH-3. Throughout the entire road trip, you'll never get bored as the scenery around the way to Kasol will blow your mind. be You will also have the opportunity to drive yourself or hire a cab. For those travelling from miles away, Delhi serves as a starting point. In Delhi, you'll also get many vehicles or cars options from which you can choose the preferable Car or vehicle.

 

Where to stay in Kasol?

Nomads Hostel

Nomads Hostel offers a garden, balcony, and free WiFi facility. Evening entertainment is available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. One can also explore Manali or Tosh by staying in this hotel as Manali is just 28 kilometres away from this place, whereas Tosh is 12 kilometres away.

 

Royal Castle Hotel

The Royal Castle has a restaurant, a gym, a bar, and a lawn. The 4-star hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a terrace, a reception desk, concierge services, and currency exchange. The hotel's rooms include a seating area, a flat television with satellite channels, and a bathroom with all major amenities such as a shower, bathrobes, etc. A continental or buffet breakfast is also available to visitors at the hotel.

 

The Hillside Hotel

The Hillside is a 3-star hotel in Kasol that features a garden, barbecue, restaurant, a 24-h front service, and a communal kitchen. Guests can also enjoy free WiFi, a communal lounge, and a currency exchange facility. This hotel is situated at a very picturesque location hence, anyone can take a picture of the surroundings of the hotel. Every room at the hotel also features a desk, a flat TV, a bathroom, bed sheets, towels, and a veranda with a beautiful glimpse. The Hillside offers both continental and à la carte breakfast choices every day. Guests can also enjoy beautiful sunset views on a sun terrace at the hotel. One can also enjoy great hiking in the nearby areas of the hotel.