Tips for Safe and Comfortable

Manali Snow Trekking

Snow trekking is fun but it can be dangerous if you fail to follow certain important things. Even some trekkers admit that trekking preparation is more challenging than trekking itself. Along with packing one also should have strength, motivation, and a big heart to come across all the situations.

Trekking is much more than just walking and climbing. It's all about exploring natural surroundings with cold wind and in the lap of nature. Imagine, you are heading to Manali with friends and throwing snowballs at each other. How funny and memorable it is. Isn't it? Yes, it is.

With fascinating mountain formations and tall coniferous trees, one may fully immerse themselves in nature, and guess what? Our energy would not decrease but instead rise. How about I tell you about the things you should be aware of before embarking on a snow trek in Manali? You may refer to me as your travel guide or whatever you choose.

So, let's get this party started.

Exercise, and Workout

Please make it a habit to exercise and walk for at least half an hour every day, starting a week or two before your travel date. Walking will not only help you build stamina, but it will also assist you to control your breathing.

Along with Workout, Follow These Things

Eat veggies, fruits and avoid fast food
Drink enough water in order to avoid a dehydration situation
Based on the requirements, pack your bags
Keep some dry snacks such as cookies, packets, and much more

Along with the health, it is also essential to pack the bag with certain important things. Confused? Let’s have a look in the next section.

Must-have Items in Your

Trekking Bag

Clothing / Attire

Trekking bags with plastic cover
Pair of gloves, woolen cap, socks, jackets, hoodies, and innerwear
Raincoat or umbrella
Trekking shoes or hiking boots full of socks
Emergency shelter

Personal Items to Carry

Cap and Goggles
Candle, matchbox, and head torch light
Personal sanitary items
Sunscreen lotion, and cold cream
Water bottle, snack containers,and basic medicins
Cutlery items such as spoons, Mug, plate, etc.

Sundry Mandatory Things to Carry

ID proof
Foldable bedding for travel
Camera
Chargers
Notebook and pen
Snacks and munchkins
Personal medicines
Trekking stick

Above are the essential things, however, you can also carry any other things you regularly take or have a habit of. Now you are done with the packing. So what are you waiting for? Reach the railway station and be ready to collect experiences and memories with you.

Reach Kalupur Railway Station around 10.00 AM, you will meet the tour guide and see which train is booked for your journey. Additionally, one will get an email about the trip details before the departure date. Moreover, one will also get a copy of the ticket that needs to be reported while journeying.

Ensure before leaving for the trekking:

You have an identity proof
Buy platform tickets for your relatives

Now, it's the time to see off all your relatives or friends, get into the coach, and take care of all your belongings. Indeed, a train journey is long so here we have mentioned some pro tips for safe travel.

The tour guide or instructor will travel with you but make sure you The tour guide or instructor will travel with you but make sure you

Avoid Train
Food

Don't Eat from
a stranger’s Plate

Don't Step Down
During Signal Stops

Keep your Luggage
Locked and Safe

Keep ID proof
with you

Reaching
Pathankot Station

After a long journey from Ahmedabad to Pathankot, our trek leader will prepare you for the next Tempo Travel journey to Manali.

After that, you will reach the soundarya safar’s campsite. Trust me, from here you can enjoy the best view of the mountains and cold breeze.

As mentioned earlier, the campsite is very beautiful as it is located at old Manali, opposite to Vashishtha temple, besides the Beas river and most interesting thing is it is surrounded with mountains. Yes, you will get a chance to stay in the middle of the mountains. Isn't it fascinating? Yes, it is.

Arriving in Campsite

The group leader, Mr. Raj will allot you the tent at the campsite and give you proper instructions about the stay. Once you are allotted a tent, don’t do the following things for better health,

Don't take bath immediately
Don't throw plastic anywhere
Follow the advice as it is important for acclimation of your body

Along with this,

you also need to follow some rules while staying in a Campsite

At Manali

Based on the total number of members, a tent will be allotted. Min three and a maximum of six persons can live together. Members are not allowed to leave the Campsite for any reason. If there is any valid reason, they need to take permission from the trek leader.

Alcohol drugs and cigarettes are prohibited across the campsite
Be on time everywhere so you can enjoy the trip without any hassle
Don't sleep in the daytime, it's harmful to your body
Avoid eating junk food
Tent around the Campsite and enjoy some natural places,instead of sleeping inside the tent

Here you will reach Campsite (Basecamp)

At Campsite

Old Manali is our basecamp, where you will stay in tents or dormitories that are surrounded by Himalayas mountains.

Things to Do

Participate in each activity, will create memories
Be punctual so that you can enjoy everything
Enjoy a campfire in the evening and night timings
Be flexible and appreciate the natural beauty
Tent around the Campsite and enjoy some natural places, instead of sleeping inside the tent

Make Sure

You have the contact number of the trek leader in case you need any help
Don't roam around the area alone as there is a threat from wild animals

Want to Trek with Fun?

Here Are Some Tips

As we mentioned earlier, all you need is to stay calm and hydrated all the time. But how to keep the body adjustable while trekking? Here are some tips

Some tips for better Acclimatization

Start slowly and don't run in excitement
Drink enough water and stay hydrated
Stay away from hazardous things
Avoid day sleeping
Have a friendly attitude toward everyone and stay positive
Sleep early in an upright position

Just take care

Don't click pictures when it is banned
Use water carefully during height gain

Things to Take Care

of While Trekking

Trekking is the most amazing experience anyone can have in their life.

Things to Do

Trek in a line and don't walk close to valley side slopes. Maintain the gap between participants. Don't sit anywhere when you get tired.
Remove jackets if your body is sweating

Just take care

Don't click pictures when it is banned
Use water carefully during height gain

Well, trekking is not all about walking and climbing,

it's all about enjoying the other things as well,

such as beautiful natural scenes, food, and much more.

Things One Can't

Miss while This Camp

At Pathankot - Punjabi lassi
Sun Rays on mountains; To enjoy this amazing view, wake up early
At Solang Valley: Make a snowball and throw it at each other
Sunset and night view: Don’t miss the beauty of Manali at night
View of seven sisters' hills
Slides on snow slopes

Well, this is the basic info about Manali trekking but

everyone has to follow certain rules.

Things Do's at Manali

Bring a pack of shoes or boots and a couple of socks pairs
Carry a camera and charger. Also, carry a head torch and batteries
Keep doing exercise before the trekking
Carry a couple of identity proofs for security check
Keep passport size photos with you
Carry some snacks and chocolates to chew
Carry adjustable bed
Have fun with all the members and click pictures
Also, follow all the instructions given by the trek leader

Things Don’ts at Manali

Don't go on a trekking with suitcases, have special bags for trekking and camping
Don't wear new shoes as there are chances to get an injury
Avoid tight clothes, wear comfortable clothes
Don't carry extra things as it will affect your stamina
Don't carry too many gadgets
Avoid fast food at Manali, as you have to prepare yourself for the long trek
Avoid groupism
Don't speak too much, it will waste your energy and affect your breathing
Be brave and reach the goal

Any trek's great exploration begins with discipline.So does the enjoyment. The more discipline in the camp, the more memorable memories you'll be able to produce.

Here are some guidelines to follow.

Rules and Regulations

To Follow

All participants must obey the Instructors' Group Leaders' or trek leader's directions.
Discipline is required during the camp. Anyone who engages in unacceptable behavior may be asked to leave the campground at any time.
If any participant is caught inebriated during these days, either inside or outside the campground area, their participation will be automatically canceled with no return.
Separate tents are available for girls and boys. Going to ladies' tents for boys and vice versa is strictly prohibited and will result in the participant's participation being canceled.
Also, take into account the terms and conditions that you agreed to/signed while filling out the application forms.
Speaking abusive words will result in severe consequences.