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Heliskiing»Manali
Wednesday, September 08, 2010    

Manali - Himachal Pradesh India

Heliskiing in India

The surreal excitment of skiing at up to 5,00m in the Himalaya is hard to beat. The skiing in Manail can be sublime. With a tree line reaching 3,400m you find yourself floating effortlessly through rhodedendron bushes while the sun peeps through vaulted ceiling of Himalayan oak and stands of silver birch.

Manali in Brief

Getting There:
New Delhi; 500km (310 miles).
Bhuntar: 50km (30 miles).
Flights from New Delhi to Kullu.
1hr drive from Kullu to Manali.
Bus and taxi services available from Bhuntar Kullu.
Height:
Skiing as high as 5030m (16,500ft).
No of Lifts: Heliski only.
Types of Pistes: All off-piste.
Main Advantages:
Beautiful range of mountains; culturally interesting; light, dry snow.
Drawbacks:
Not suitable for beginners; bad weather affects flying times; high fitness level required at greater altitudes.