If you just don't care about the risk part of high altitude skiing and have got the courage against all odds then, Heli Skiing is just for you. The helicopter is going to leave you at the top of a snow capped peak and from there you just have to criss-cross your way downward. This sport challenges the risk-taking explorer in you, as you have to ski down through unknown routes and ridges. Indian Himalayan region is just the best way to start off this thrilling sport. Some of the best choices include Hanuman Tibba, Deo Tibba, Rohtang Pass and Chandrakhani Pass near Manali.

Kill your latent Acrophobia!
Heli-skiing is an unmatched sporting adventure and has the capacity to kill your latent Acrophobia. Admist the deep blue sky, you are carried by a helicopter to a snow-draped peak. And after that there is nothing except steadiely distancing whirr of rotor blades, the sky and the snow. It is a thrilling experience as you rapidly zoom down the slopes. The icy winds slaps your face and the swiftly slithering hiss of skies remindes you that you are racing away on your own steam.

For Heli-skiing visit
The sport is available in the area bound by Hanuman Tibba, Rohtang Pass, Deo Tibba and Chanderkhani Pass near the resort town of Manali (Kullu). A major feature is the compactness of heli skiing area. A sortie of ten minutes can carry the skiers to the top of a 14000 feet high slope.

Himachal Pradesh : Skiing
Manali is the beautiful wonder of nature that plays in the hands of nature. Manali derived its name from Manavalaya i.e. the abode of Manu. According to myth, Manu the divine law-guru, was the only survivor of the Mahajal Pralay - the great flood - and is said to have fathered the human race. He certainly chose these breathtaking environs. Manali still maintains its charisma of natural beauty. With the majestic splendor of the Himalayas on one side, river Beas cutting across the town, verdant valleys with rolling meadows and grazing herds dotting the hillsides, apple orchards and the folk music adding romance to the ambience and presenting a wondrous canvas to the traveller.

The regional shades & geographic spectacle
Experience the local color and beauty in Kullu-Manali's temples, quaint villages and the vibrant and festive mood of the people and their colorful clothes and handicrafts. Or encounter adventure; on the myriad trekking trails and routes, while skiing on the snow slopes, rafting down the Beas you can try your hand at some amateurish angling. Discover for yourself the Kullu Valley, going upto the Rohtang Pass at 13050 feet and encompassing the beautiful Manali in-between, nestled between the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges. As its magical charms enclose your imagination your adventurous zeal would agree that it has rightly been named as the "Valley of the Gods".

Kufri, near Shimla is one of the oldest places in India to be associated with skiing and the slopes are still in use during winter. Above Kufri, the Mahasu ridge also has good slopes.

Comprehensive facilities exist at Narkanda, 64 km from Shimla. There is a range of slopes, including a beginer's run, an advanced slope and a slalom run. Himachal Tourism offers ski courses, instruction and has equipment on hire at Narkanda.

At Manali (Kullu), the Directorate of Mountaineering and Allied Sports offers a variety of courses and facilities for skiing are possible in the Solang area near Manali. There are also some companies in the private sector that offer ski courses and allied facilities.

Location for skiing
13 km from Manali, Solang Valley has good skiing slopes equipped with an excellent lift. A splendid valley between Manali and Kothi, it also offers views of the glaciers and snow-capped mountain peaks.

Season
January - March. Gulaba slopes also provide good skiing.

Heli Skiing at Manali
Heli -skiing is the best mountain thrill and Manali is the key spot for it. Heli-skiing can be enjoyed in areas abound by the Hanuman Tibba, Rohtang Pass, Deo Tibba and Chanderkhani Pass near Manali.

Uttranchal : Snow Skiing
No matter where you are, if you are looking for the best ski slopes, come to Auli. And for those who yearn to learn, no other place matches Auli. It offers exciting skiing opportunities to both, the biginner as well as the advanced skier. Aside from a 3 km long slope (ranging from 2519m to 3049m), it offers a 1800 panoramic view of the peaks like the Nanda Devi, Kamet, Mana Parvat and Dunagiri.