attraction · Parvati Valley · 2,960 m

Taxi to Kheerganga

Kheerganga is a natural hot-water spring high above Parvati Valley. The 12-km trek from Barshaini takes 3-4 hours through pine forest and waterfalls. Camps at the top; taxi drops at Barshaini roadhead.

Best time
Apr–Jun and Sep–early Nov. Snow-covered Dec–Mar.
Altitude
2,960 m
Region
Parvati Valley
Cheapest fare
2,500

Taxi fares to Kheerganga

One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.

FromDistanceTimeSedanSUVInnova
Kasol23 km1 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kullu55 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Manali56 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Mandi97 km3 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Shimla165 km5 hrs2,8003,5004,300Details
Dharamshala171 km5 hrs2,9003,6004,500Details
Chandigarh245 km7 hrs4,2005,3006,500Details
Delhi589 km18 hrs10,50013,10016,300Details

Why visit Kheerganga

  • Natural hot-water pool
  • 12-km moderate trek (each way)
  • Shiva mandir at the top
  • Rudra Nag waterfall en route
  • Overnight camps + parathas
  • Roadhead: Barshaini (via Kasol)
Practical note: Roadhead is Barshaini (past Kasol). Nadar hot bath is free. Camps ₹500–1500/night.

Which vehicle for Kheerganga?

Sedan (Dzire/Etios)

Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.

SUV (Ertiga/XL6)

Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.

Innova Crysta

High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.

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