Manali tourism surges as hotel occupancy hits up to 80 percent this season

Lingering snow and clear skies are driving bookings hard

Manali’s tourist season is picking up fast, with hotel occupancy reported at up to 80%. Visitors are being drawn by pleasant weather alongside lingering snow, while operators have ramped up preparations for the rush. The surge is also boosting local businesses, as tourists take in the mountains and sign up for adventure activities, fueling optimism for a record run.