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Kasol Hot Spring Parvati Valley

Kasol, Parvati Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India, India
Kasol Hot Spring Parvati Valley
Location
Kasol, Parvati Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India, India
Water type
sulfurous
Temperature
42 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
42 °C
LowHigh

Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.

Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh

Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

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Set deep in the Parvati Valley of Himachal Pradesh, just outside the village of Kasol where the Parvati River carves its way through pine-clad Himalayan ridges, this natural hot spring emerges amid one of northern India's most dramatically beautiful trekking landscapes. The surrounding valley has become a crossroads for hikers, pilgrims and travellers following routes toward Kheerganga and beyond, lending the spring a lively yet wild character.

The water reaches the surface at 42 °C with a sulfurous composition and a pH of 6.5, imparting the characteristic mineral scent that signals deep geothermal origin. Locals and pilgrims have bathed in and around these waters for generations, weaving the spring into the broader fabric of Himalayan religious tradition. The contrast between the cool mountain air — often sharp even in summer — and the thermal plunge is a sensory experience that travellers consistently describe as memorable, the steam rising visibly against snow-dusted peaks.

Insider tip — Kasol sits at 1,640 metres in the narrow Parvati Valley where the river descends from the Kheerganga glacier above and sulfurous hot springs emerge along its banks, including the celebrated Manikaran spring used for cooking langar in the Sikh gurudwara. The valley is ringed by peaks exceeding 5,000 metres that hold snow into June, creating a dramatic thermal contrast between frigid air and steaming pools. The Kheerganga trek above Kasol takes five to six hours and rewards hikers with a large natural pool at 2,950 metres. Visit in May before monsoon arrives to enjoy clear mountain views and comfortable trail conditions.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).