Mountaineering or mountain climbing as the name suggests involves mountain climbing. It generally involves climbing the highest point or top of the mountain peak. Adventure freaks can find numerous mountaineering regions in Himachal Pradesh where they can show off some of their skills. Manali & its nearby region is the core of mountaineering in the entire state. Moreover, one can also head on to Beas Kund region, Hanuman Tibba, peaks of Manali & Shitidhar, Deo Tibba, Chandra Bhaga, Dhalaudhar and Pir Panjal ranges. In addition to this, Himachal Tourism has also other regions where mountaineering can be enjoyed. The Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports at Manali with a branch in Kangra (Dharamsala) can also be approached for a thrilling mountaineering escapade. Some of the famous mountaineering destinations in Himachal Pradesh are :
• Friendship Peak (5289m)
• Mount Ladakhi (5345m)
• Hanuman Tibba (5932m)
• Mount Shitidhar (5250m)
• Seven Sisters (4500m)
• Mount Deo Tibba (6001m)