The Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges offers numerous trek routes between Shimla and Kullu valley from 2000 M to 5500 M. Of which the trans Himalayan region of Kinnaur, Lahual and Spiti popularly known as the tribal region offers trek which are very similar to Ladakh and Zanskar region in Landscape and barren mountains with high altitude passes with pristine and rarified air. One of the world class classic trek from Darcha to Lamayuru gives the test of both the world. From medows and Deodar trees to the moonscape and barren land of Ladakh.

Over two hundred well defined routes in the area offers enormous variation of adventure treks. From greens of the low scub-land and fields to rough barren terrains of the upper Himalayan ranges; treks can be as short as few days to three weeks vigorous expeditions in cross states.

The Indian Institute of mountaineering is worth a visit while in Manali. Located 3 kms. on the left bank of river Beas towards Kulu. This Institute organizes basic & advance training courses, in trekking, mountaineering, skiing and water sports.