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Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports
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The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (ABVIMAS) is a government-run facility in Manali dedicated to adventure sports. It provides professional courses in mountaineering, rock climbing, skiing, and water sports, catering to beginners and advanced climbers. Visitors can also rent high-quality gear like tents, ropes, and ice axes for their own expeditions. The institute's campus features training walls, an indoor climbing facility, and a museum showcasing mountaineering history. It serves as a hub for adventure enthusiasts preparing for Himalayan treks.
Don't miss
- Enroll in a basic mountaineering course to learn essential climbing skills.
- Visit the museum to see artifacts from historic Himalayan expeditions.
- Rent professional-grade equipment for your own high-altitude trek.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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