\u00a0 Although we recommend a longer stay, if you happen to visit Manali \u2013 the Valley of the Gods<\/a>, you can spend a day here to get a taste of this huge park. There are plenty of options to choose from. Covering an area of over 1,100 sq. km, there\u2019s plenty of trails and paths to explore. Here are some of the most popular treks within the park\u2019s boundaries. It\u2019s possible to explore other paths of course but remember to check with park officials for entry and route permits before setting out.<\/p>\n A one day trek to visit the fascinating 200-year old Hindu temple of Neuli Manu is a good mix of culture and adventure. Another one-day activity is the Sainj River Valley trek that explores the Saran and Pashi villages and the sacred grove at Ghat Seri. You can also visit the Ecozone of GNHP for a chance to see the area\u2019s habitat and experience what life is like in the valley\u2019s numerous villages. This can be done in half a day to one day.<\/p>\n As a part of ecotourism, the park offers river rafting, rock climbing, trout fishing, attending the village festival, meeting the locals, viewing their sacred groves. A great time to visit is during Dusshera in October. The music, costumes, deities and of course the cuisine is a wonderful way to experience the Himalayan culture.<\/p>\n If you are the adventurous sort, you can trek for longer and go deeper in the GNHP. The Sainj Valley trek is five-day trek crossing the Sainj river valley from Neuli to Dhel with a maximum elevation of 3737m. The difficulty is easy to moderate. Also recommended for beginners is a three-day hike into the GNHP from Gushaini to Shilt Hut includes a side trip to Chhordwari waterfall. The maximum elevation is 3100m. If you really want to challenge yourself you can visit the Sainj-Tirthan Valleys; an eight-day trek from Neuli to Gushaini which crossed two valleys including a botanical expedition. The origin of the Tirthan River also makes a beautiful eight-day hike with moderate to hard difficulty. For the seasoned trekker, the 7-day hike from Jiwa Nala to Parvati River Valley offers spectacular views of the Himalayan mountain ranges, something you will never forget!<\/p>\n The best way to reach GNHP is from the Kullu Valley region in Himachal Pradesh. You have a few options to get here. If you\u2019re traveling by air, the nearest airport is Bhuntar at Kullu (about 63 km away). There is service to Bhuntar airport from New Delhi. However, flights are often dependent on weather conditions so it\u2019s best to be prepared for flight delays and cancellations. From Bhuntar airport, the main road at Gushaini is approx. 50 km away.<\/p>\n There is a lot to be seen in Manali as well. To know more about what you can see in the Manali area, check out our blogs on the Manali hot water springs<\/a> and the best places to visit in Manali<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sterling Manali<\/a> is a great option as a base for exploring GNHP. Gushaini is about 100 km (or a 3-hour drive) from here. Taxis and buses are available for rent. When you plan your next trip to Manali, be sure to stay at Sterling Manali<\/a> for a fun travel experience.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" One of the newest additions to the UNESCO Heritage sites in India is the Great Himalayan National Park. Spreading over an impressive 755 sq km, the park boasts of 375 fauna species, over 50 migratory species and 31 species of mammals. It was built in 1984 and is a part of Himalayan Ecotourism. The breathtaking…<\/p>\n![\"GHNP\"](\"https:\/\/www.sterlingholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/GHNP.jpg\")
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