Kullu has gained popularity in the field of adventure sports also. The hills and snow make it the ideal place for the adventure sports. Skiing, Trekking, Mountaineering and the hiking are the main adventure sports of the valley.
Mountaineering
The 5000 to 6000 meters high peaks challenge the courage of mountaineers. Needless to say that may well known mountaineers have tried their hand on these elevated peaks. The other reason of flourishing of this adventure sport in Kullu is the facility and the affordable base camps. The beginners can try their skill in the areas of the Beas Kund region, the lower ridges of Hanuman Tibba (5930m) and Deo Tibba (6001m) . Beas Kund, Chandratal and Malana glaciers are the most popular among ice climbers.
Trekking
Trekking is the most eminent adventure sport in Kullu. April to mid June and mid September to mid October are the suitable months of trekking. The Himachal Tourist Development corporation makes requirements for training and necessary apparatus.
Famous trekking passes of Kullu are
Kullu to Manali.
Kullu to Chandrakhani Pass
Babeli – Larikot – Pinni – Chhalal – Manikaran.
Kullu Parbati Valley trek.
Para gliding
This thrilling sport is organized at Bhaikhali, Bijli Mahadev and Slang slopes.
Rafting
Rafting serves thrill and joy to the sports lover. In Kullu valley the rafting route is from Pirdi to Jhiri. Rafting is heavily depended on the Beas river.
Angling
River Beas and its tributaries namely Parvati, Sainj, Trithan, Manikaran and Katrain are the angling point.
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