Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple
Natural sulphur springs with free public baths, beside a temple to the sage Vashisht.
- Timings
- Around 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Entry fee
- Free (public baths) · private baths approx. ₹100 – ₹300
- Time needed
- 1 – 2 hours
- Best time
- Winter mornings
About Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple
Three kilometres from Manali across the Beas, Vashisht village is built around natural sulphur hot springs channelled into stone bathing tanks — separate for men and women, free, and used mostly by locals. The temple beside them honours the sage Vashisht and is over 4,000 years old by tradition. The water runs genuinely hot and is said to help skin conditions and joint pain. Rammed in season, near-empty on winter mornings.
Insider tips
- Public tanks are free but basic and busy; private cubicles are cheap
- Bring your own towel and a change of clothes
- The sulphur smell stays in swimwear — pack it separately
Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple — common questions
What are the Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple timings?
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Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple is open Around 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
What is the entry fee for Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple?
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Entry: Free (public baths) · private baths approx. ₹100 – ₹300.
How much time do you need at Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple?
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Plan for roughly 1 – 2 hours.
What is the best time to visit Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple?
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Winter mornings.
How crowded does Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple get?
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Medium crowd levels overall.
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