Mandi guide
Packing List
What to pack for Mandi
In September, Mandi is typically warm, heavy rain (18 to 28°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Mandi essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
- Sarong or shawl for temple visits
Documents
- Photo ID
- Travel tickets (print + digital)
- Hotel booking confirmations
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light summer clothing
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Light rain jacket or poncho
- Compact umbrella
- Quick-dry footwear
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Insect / mosquito repellent
- Dhaba food in Mandi is generally safe. Himachali dishes like dham, madra, and siddu are worth trying. Fresh trout from licensed...
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Good 4G. Jio and Airtel available in Mandi town and Rewalsar. Signal weaker in Parashar valley and deep...
- Bus agents at the stand selling overpriced tickets for popular routes — compare prices at the HRTC (government) counter
Trip gear
- Waterproof dry bag for electronics