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Khir Ganga
Go for a day hike from Manikaran or a one-night stay in the hot springs village. The 2–4 hour walk is the main event; there is nothing else to do.
Khir Ganga is a seasonal summer village in Central Himachal Pradesh, reachable only on foot from Bersani. The attraction is a natural hot spring and a small temple in a dramatic valley. Most visitors come for the hike and stay one night in basic rooms. It is not a destination on its own but a rewarding side trip from Manali or Jogindernagar.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- May–October
- avoid November–April (snow closes the trail)
- Airport
- KUU
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Khir Ganga112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Khir Ganga, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyThe main risk is the trail itself: narrow, slippery after rain, and no phone signal.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKUU Kullu–Manali Airport (Bhuntar) (About 80 km (50 mi) by road to Manikaran; then taxi to Bersani.KUU Kullu–Manali Airport (Bhuntar) (About 50 mi (80 km) by road to Manikaran; then taxi to Bersani.
- Getting aroundOn foot only.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi Manikaran–Bersani (one way)check₹500 (≈ US$6)
- Metro or bus rideBus Manikaran–Bersani (one way)check₹50 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBasic room (no booking needed), a night, per room₹200 (≈ US$3)
- Mid-range bedBasic room (no booking needed), a night, per room₹200 (≈ US$3)
- High-end bedBasic room (no booking needed), a night, per room₹200 (≈ US$3)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹700 (≈ US$8) · Mid ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · High ₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KUU Kullu–Manali Airport (Bhuntar) (About 80 km (50 mi) by road to Manikaran; then taxi to Bersani. Check flight schedules.)KUU Kullu–Manali Airport (Bhuntar) (About 50 mi (80 km) by road to Manikaran; then taxi to Bersani. Check flight schedules.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
Avoid
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Aug
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Nov (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Khir Ganga: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
5 rd
Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
6 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
8 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
7 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Jul
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
14 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
13 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
3 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
2 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
4 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
On foot only. Horses and donkeys can carry luggage but are not for riding.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Manikaran
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Taxi or bus from Bersani, about 30 min
Hot springs and a Gurudwara; combine with the Khir Ganga hike.
Door to door: About 2 h
Taxi or bus from Manikaran, about 1.5 h
Gateway to the region; narrow-gauge railway.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Khir Ganga village
Basic rooms without booking, about ₹200 a night. No electricity or modern amenities.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹500–1,000 (≈ US$6–12) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,000–2,000 (≈ US$12–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Basic room (no booking needed)1 × 1 night × ₹200 | ₹200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
| Taxi from Manikaran to Bersani (one way)1 × ₹500 · check | ₹500 |
| Bus from Manikaran to Bersani (one way)2 × ₹50 · check | ₹100 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹220 |
| Trip total≈ ₹1,210 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,420≈ US$30 |
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2026 estimate in INR; flights and long-distance buses excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Room per nightcheck | ₹200 (≈ US$3) |
| Taxi Manikaran–Bersani (one way)check | ₹500 (≈ US$6) |
| Bus Manikaran–Bersani (one way)check | ₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Meal at a dhaba in Manikaran | ₹100–200 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The trail is narrow with cliff edges; wear proper trekking shoes and carry a raincoat.
- No mobile network or internet at the village.
- Carry cash; there are no ATMs or card facilities.
- The hot spring is communal and may be crowded in peak season.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance112
Embassy
Most embassies are in Delhi. For emergencies, contact the nearest Indian consulate or the 24/7 helpline 112.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Manikaran–Bersani: about ₹500 (≈ US$6), 30 min (check)
- Bus Manikaran–Bersani: about ₹50 (≈ under US$1), 45 min (check)
Say or show
- कितना है? — How much? (kitna hai?)
- रास्ता कहाँ है? — Where is the trail? (raasta kahaan hai?)
- मुझे पानी चाहिए — I need water (mujhe paani chahiye)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Khir Ganga. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–October · avoid November–April (snow closes the trail) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Manikaran for the hot springs and Gurudwara.
- Combine with a trek to Kheerganga (same name, different location) or the Pin Valley.
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