Jogni Waterfall near Manali

Jogni Water Fall

Closer View

Enroute Trekking

 

In Manali, jogini falls is a prominent sightseeing attraction located at altitude of 2,050 m and the best months (or season) to visit there coincides with that of the destination itself. Trekkers are sure to get mesmerised as they cross several smaller streams till they reach the beautiful waterfall. As one proceeds, they will get a beautiful view of River Beas and the peaks of Rohtang.

If visiting during winter, these peaks are covered with snow making the scenery a splendid view. A complete treat for nature lovers and adventure seekers, the Jogini Waterfall must be visited when exploring the breathtaking valley of Manali.

Jogini Waterfall Trek Route:                                                                                                       The trek to Jogini Waterfall begins at Vashisht Temple. Tourists prefer to reach the temple by public transport or self-driven vehicles. The parking area at the temple can be used for parking vehicles. It requires trekking for about 2 kilometres to reach the Jogini Waterfall. Trekkers need to take a narrow lane adjacent to the temple. This lane passes through Pine Tree plantations and beautiful Apple Orchards. As one walks through the alley, they can get a beautiful view of River Bead and Rohtang.
Best time to visit Jogini Waterfall
The best time to visit Jogini Waterfall is during the summer season, i.e. between March and May and during the winters, i.e. between October and February. The temperature drops considerably low during the winters while it stays pleasant throughout the summer and both the seasons make the trek to the waterfall an incredible adventure.

How to Reach Jogini Waterfall
Tourist can take public transport to Vashisht Temple. Auto rickshaws, buses, and taxis are the best modes of public transportation in Manali. It is around 5 km away from Manali main market to Vashisht
Note

• Wear appropriate trekking gear and warm clothes if needed.
•   Tourists are responsible for their safety.
•   Drink enough water and keep yourself hydrated.
•   There are some guest houses on the route. Tourists can halt if needed.

 

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‘Paragliding capital of India’

2015 Paragliding World Cup

Sunset View

Paragliding

During Winter

 

Bir Billing is also known as ‘Paragliding capital of India’
Bir is a small town located in the state of Himachal Pradesh in northern India. Bir Billing is a popular destination for adventures sports such as paragliding, treks and also as the town for meditation.Bir being a hill station has a cold climate throughout the year.Trekking to Himachali tribal villages, Mountain Biking, Angling and Camping.
Bir Billing is located 70 km. from Dharamshala. Billing is situated north of Bir at the distance of 14 km. on the way to the Thamsar Pass trek, which is leading to Bada Bhangal, tribal region of Himachal Pradesh. Bir is mainly a Buddhist town and houses a monastery.

Best Time to Visit Bir Billing:

Summers (March to June)
The weather in summers is pleasant. The temperatures remain moderate. This is the best time for sightseeing.

Monsoons (July and Sep)
The monsoons witness light rainfall.Tourist faces problem during paragliding during monsoons.

Winters (Oct to Feb).
The winters are extremely cold. This often disrupts the transport facility to the destination. Trekking is also hampered.

How to reach Bir Billing:

By Air:
No Direct air service to Bir Billing.Gaggal Airport which is also known as Kangra airport(68 Km).

By Rail:
There is no direct rail connectivity to Bir. The nearest station is gauge station is in Pathankot, which is 112.4 km. away from Bir. Kangra Valley Railway runs a toy train every morning which will get you to Ahju just 3km from Bir. The train covers the 140 kms in about 7 hours.

By Road:
Bir Billing is very well connected by road to all the important towns of Himachal Pradesh including Dalhousie, Shimla etc.

Other things for Tourists to visit near this beautiful city:
Paragliding
Hand Gliding
Bir Tea Factory
Sherab Ling Monastery
Worship at Chokling Monastery
Shop at the Bir Road
Tibetan handicraft center

Note- The Best Flying Season for paragliding in Bir and Billing is summers.Sunset and Sunrise over the paragliding landing you will get a chance to witness.The admire the enchanting sunset view, where you can see the Mount Dhauladhar very near.

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Khajjiar ‘Most charming spots in the Himalayas’

Khajjiar Lake during winter

Natural Beauty

Khajjiar Lake

Lord Shiva

 

Located at an altitude of 6,500 feet, the natural beauty and picturesque landscape of this place are bound to leave an everlasting impression on a tourist. Khajjiar is known for its nine-hole golf-course which is nestled in the midst of lush greenery and a breathtaking landscape.

Khajjiar is a small plateau which also has a small lake which is one of the most favored tourist spots in this town. Khajjiar is surrounded by green meadows and dense forests and it is also known for its beautiful temples. This region also attracts adventure seekers and has a lot of options in adventure sports like paragliding, horse riding, zorbing, trekking etc. Khajjiar is a must visit place for everyone coming to Dalhousie and its nearby regions. However, the way to Khajjiar can be closed sometimes during winters because of heavy snowfall

Best Time to Visit Khajjiar:

Summers (April to June)
The weather in summers is pleasant. The temperatures remain moderate. This is the best time for sightseeing.

Monsoons (July and oct)
Due to high chances of rainfall in the Khajjiar district, it is advisable not to visit Khajjiar in the monsoon season.n.

Winters (Nov to March).
The winters are extremely cold with heavy snowfall. This often disrupts the transport facility to the destination. Trekking is also hampered.

How to reach Khajjiar:

By Air:
No direct Air service to Khajjiar.Gaggal Airport which is also known as Kangra airport is situated in Gaggal and is the nearest airport from Khajjiar, located at a distance of 134 km.

By Rail:
The nearest railway station is located at a distance of about 118 km in Pathankot. There you can get taxi to Khajjiar.

By Road:
Khajjiar is very well connected by road to all the important towns of Himachal Pradesh including Dalhousie, Shimla and Chamba.

 

Other things for Tourists to visit near this beautiful city:
Adventure Activities.
Khajjiar Lake
Kalatop Wildlife
Khajjiar Trek
Lord Shiva Statue
Khajji Nag Temple – The most vintage temple of Himachal Pradesh
Dainkund Peak, Rakhed (16 km)

 

Note– Khajjiar, known as one of the “most charming spots in the Himalayas,” derives its name from its ancient, golden-domed temple of Khajinag. The 12th-century Khajinag temple is a small shrine dedicated to the local Goddess or the Devi. This temple is also known as the Golden Devi temple, as it is adorned with a golden dome and spire. Pilgrims visiting the Chamba valley often come to this temple.

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Petrol Pumps on Leh-Manali highway

Karu Gas Station

Tandi Gas Station

It always a good idea to plan your Ladakh journey well enough so that you do not come with a nightmare experience , which many everyone found during Ladakh trip.

If someone is planning for a road trip to Ladakh via Leh – Manali Highway, then the first concern is about the petrol pumps at this highway. As we know Manali to Leh route is very challenging road for bike riders. Petrol is basic fuel for the road trip and there are hardly 4 petrol pump on the entire 475 km route.

Now we are going to talk about the availability of petrol pumps between Manali and Leh. Riders can found upto 6-7 petrol pumps in Manali area or maybe more. Riders should take extra petrol cans according to there needs because without fuel (petrol or diesel) one cannot drive or ride and we all have a limited capacity fuel tank in vehicles. The mileage of the vehicles also decrease in this areas like Leh,Ladakh.

• Once you leave from manali the next petrol pump is almost about 110 km away from Manali. Do not forget to take extra tank.
• Karu is next petrol station that is , 345 km from Tandi and 30 km before Leh also has a petrol pump.

Please it’s a request if your are travelling to Leh-Ladakh via Manali take care of this thing while starting your journey. So better be prepared .If something else you wanna know about anything regarding your Ladakh trip you can ask us in the comment box or mail us your issues.

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Kinnaur ‘Land of Gods’

Kinnaur, also known as “Land of god” is about 235 Km from Shimla and is known for its serenity and beauty of the lush green and rocky mountainscape having Satluj, Baspa and Spiti river snaking through it.

A brotherly fusion of Hinduism and Buddhism at one place reflects the existence of a culture of a different sort which is well preserved by its people in this era of modernization. Hindus visit Kinnaur to see the famous Kinner Kailash, believed to be the home of Lord Shiva and the Shivaling rocks, the stories of Pandavas and their link with Kinnaur is a great attraction.

Best Time to Visit Kinnaur:

Summers (April to June) 8°c – 20°c
Summers are considered as the best time to visit Kinnaur.

Monsoons (July and Sep) 13°c – 32°c
Due to high chances of rainfall in the Kinnaur district, it is advisable not to visit Kinnaur in the monsoon season. The chances of landslides and cloudburst are high in the region during the monsoon.

Winters (Oct to March) -2°C to 22°C.
The winters in Kinnaur district are harsh and are extremely cold. It is best to avoid travelling to Kinnaur in the Winters season

How to reach Kinnaur:
By Air:
The nearest airport to Kinnaur is Jubbarhatti airport in Shimla, which lies at a distance of 267 km from Kinnaur. From Shimla, you can either take a taxi or a bus to reach Kinnaur.

By Rail:
Kinnaur does not have its own railway station. The nearest railway station to Kinnaur is Kalka railway station, which is situated 356 km from Kinnaur.

By Road:
The best and most convenient way to travel to Kinnaur is by road. Kinnaur is well-connected by road with the cities like Shimla, Chandigarh, and Delhi.

 

Other things for Tourists to visit near this beautiful city:
Reckong Peo
Sarahan
Kalpa
Nako                                                                                                                                              Sangla Valley
Ribba

The Kinner-Kailash circuit

Kinnaur holds three of the world’s grand mountain ranges – the Zanskar, the Greater Himalaya and the Dhauladhar, Mount Kinner Kailash (6’050 m) dominates this region, it has religious significance for a huge “SHIVA LINGAM” the represent Lord Shiva which is a 79 feet vertical rock formation that resembles a Shivalinga and changes color as the day passes. This is one of the mythical abodes of Lord Shiva.

The circuit around the whole range attracts many pilgrims every year. The Parikrama begins from Kalpa via Triung valley and back to Kalpa via Sangla valley. Drive up to Thangi and the actual trekking begins from here.

Note- If someone really want to explore Himachal one should must go and have the great experience in his/her life.Please avoid monsoon season due to landslides.

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Gushaini ‘Hidden gems of Himachal’

Entrance of National Park

Raju guest House

Hidden beauty

 

Gushaini or Goshaini located at the Trithan valley in Kullu district is a perfect destination for all adventure lovers. Be it trekking, white water rafting or rock climbing this is the place to be in. Other than the adventure sports Gushaini is a place from where one can start the trekking routes to the nearby villages of Chalogi and Mungla and simply have a leisure day interacting with the friendly villagers

Best Time to Visit Gushaini:

Summers (April to August)14°c – 20°c
The temperature is comfortable with gentle breeze in the evening.

Monsoons (Sep and Oct) 18°c – 29°c
Monsoon has a cooling weather and a perfect season to cuddle up and gaze at the beautiful wonders outside.

Winters (Nov to March) -5°C to 22°C.
The best season to visit Gushaini is the winter season. The temperature remains cool and comfortable and is apt for sightseeing.
How to reach Gushaini:
By Air:
The nearest Airport is Kullu Manali Airport, Bhuntar, roughly five hour drive from the town.

By Rail:
The nearest Railway Station from Gushaini is Joginder Nagar Railway Station which is located at a distance of 30 Kms from the town

By Road:
Gushaini is 50 Kms from Chamba,and and is linked through Himachal Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation  and some private travel services.

Other things for Tourists to visit near this beautiful place:
Tirthan Valley
Shringi Rishi Temple
Chehni Kothi
Great Himalayan National Park
Shoja
Kheerganga
Hampta Pass
Bhunter
Prasher Lake
Raghunath Temple

It is one of the most beautiful and enchanting tourist destinations in northern India which is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is an amazing scenic place of natural beauty. Gushaini is inexplicably famous place for trout fishing.

Note – If someone want to explore natural beauty one should go. Btw you will not found any mall road type fun there this is main disadvantage.This is only for nature lover who peace there. For any queries contact us our email.

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Arunachal Pradesh ‘Hidden gem of India’

Ziro

Tawang

Bhalukpong

Holongi-Itanagar Highway is a four-lane highway.

Arunachal Pradesh is hidden gem for the tourists.Arunachal Pradesh is the northeastern-most state of the country. Arunachal Pradesh borders the states of Assam and Nagaland to the south and shares international borders with Bhutan in the west, Myanmar in the east and is separated from China in the north by the disputed McMahon Line. Itanagar is the capital of the state.A river of gold flows through this exotic land of dawn-lit mountains and that’s only the beginning of the story. Mysterious, powerful and beautiful, with faces and moods that change dramatically ever so often, rivers with distinctive individualities form the colorful lifelines

Best Time to Visit Arunachal Pradesh:

Summers (April to June) 20°c – 35°c
It makes an ideal summer vacation for family, honeymooners and even for solo travellers. Despite the fact that, the journey may be quite tiresome and sweaty due to hot weather, being a hill destination there are many top tourist attractions and sightseeing places around Arunachal like Tawang, Roing, Ziro, Namdapha National Park etc.

Monsoons (July to September) 18°c – 29°c
Monsoon has a cooling weather and a perfect season to cuddle up and gaze at the beautiful wonders outside.But during this season, the destination receives about 2,000 to 4,000 mm of rainfall.

Winters (Oct to March) 8°c – 14°c
Visiting Arunachal Pradesh during the winter season would be an ideal time as the weather is comfortable and it is the perfect season to go for sightseeing expedition.

 
How to reach Arunachal Pradesh:
By Air: There are three airports in Arunachal Pradesh that are connected to Guwahati and Calcutta. There are regular buses from these places to major tourist destinations in Arunachal Pradesh.

 By Rail:  Naharlagun railway station is a railway station located in Papum Pare district of   Arunachal Pradesh. It is about 15 kilometres to the state capital Itanagar.Government   sanctions 8 railway project in this State

By Road:   Arunachal Pradesh State Transport Corporation and private operators provide intercity and interstate bus connections that are reliable and comfortable. Guwahati is at a distance of around 381 km from Itanagar. Distances of some important places in Arunachal Pradesh from Itanagar are Mallini Than, 162 km; Bomdila, 360 km; Dirang, 403 km; Parasuram Kund, 795 km; Namdapha, 640 km; Ziro, 168 km; Pasighat, 280 km; and Along, 335 s.

These are best places for the tourist to visit in Arunachal Pradesh:
Tawang Town
Bhalukpong
Namdapha National Park
Ziro (Music Festival and History)
Pasighat
Aalo , Anini( For Nature Lover)
Roing (Rivers,Wildlife,lakes)
Bhismaknagar
Yingkiong
Naharlagun(Hooneymoon)
Banderdewa(Wildlife and shopping)

History:    Such historical sites apart, Arunachal has a large number of beauty spots at various altitudes where one may relax and refresh oneself in a pollution-free environment. There are waterfalls, glades, forest groves where one may picnic, camp, or relax in an available rest house.

Note- For an amazing holiday, you need to go to an amazing destination. So if you are seeking to step into a world of extraordinary beauty and discover experiences found nowhere else on earth, Arunachal Pradesh is the place for you. For more info you can contact us we will definitely help you.

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Ooty ‘Queen of Hills’

Emerald Lake

Hotels

Tea garden

Ooty, also known as Udhagamandalam, is a hill station in the state of Tamil Nadu, in southern India. Surrounded by trees, central Ooty Lake is a huge artificial expanse of water with pleasure boats. On the slopes of nearby Elk Hill, the Rose Garden is home to over 2,000 varieties of roses. The Government Botanical Garden, created in the 19th century, features ferns, orchids and a prehistoric, fossilized tree.It is situated at an altitude of 2, 240 mt above sea level and is thus a delightful honeymoon spot. One can notice a marvelous change in vegetation, as one goes from Kallar to Coonoor.For couples and people who wish to spend time with loved ones. Photography enthusiasts. Nature loving and adventure seeking people.Beautiful Mountain ranges with enjoyable weather conditions throughout the year. Hand gliding, Trekking and mountain biking available for adventure enthusiasts.

Best Time to Visit Ooty :
Summer (March – June)
Summers are beautiful in Ooty and there is nothing that can stop you from endeavouring the beauty of Ooty. The lush green mountains, the toy train rides the enticing views are all an add-on to the trip.

Monsoon (July – September)
People who love rainfall and pouring thunders with amazing green grass beds laid over mountains can pack their bags and head straight to Ooty. Though weather won’t be bright in monsoon, it still is lovable.

Winter (October – March)
Winter in Ooty is quite pleasant. The temperature usually stays lower than 15-degree celsius and it touches 0-degree occasionally

How to reach Ooty:
By Air: Coimbatore has the nearest airport at the distance of 70 km from Ooty. It offers domestic flights to various cities like Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru and Calicut and also has international flights to Singapore and few other places.

By Rail: Coimbatore and Tiruppur are the 2 nearest stations, which have connectivity to Mettupalayam from where you can get Ooty Toy Train which is an exclusive train service from Mettupalayam to Ooty and few other minor station.

By Road:  Ooty is at a 90 km from Coimbatore by road and 105 km from Tiruppur. Bus services and even taxi for hire are available easily from these places.

Other things for Tourists to visit nearby:
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
Ooty Lake
Ooty Botanical garden
Thread garden
Trekking

Ooty, once the summer capital of the British in India, is bestowed with the bounty of nature. A favorite sport of the area, trekking has gained admiration with the tourists in the recent years.

(Note- You can also get a budget hotels in Ooty.)

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Spiti Valley ‘The Middle Land’

View from Spiti Valley

Key Gompa

Spiti Valley

The Spiti Valley is a cold desert mountain valley located high in the Himalaya mountains in the north-eastern part of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The name “Spiti” means “The Middle Land”, i.e. the land between Tibet and India.
A visit to Spiti would remain incomplete without visiting the monasteries here. The Ki/Key Monastery and the Dhankar Monastery are must-visits. For adventure enthusiasts, there are a few trekking trails and mountain biking routes that they must go for. The Chandratal lake and Surajtal lakes are some of the most beautiful lakes in the world and are among the highest lakes in the world. This region plays host to a number of festivals which are all celebrated with a lot of fervour, which includes burning of the devil, chaam dance and Pauri festival.

Best Time to Visit Spiti Valley:
Summer (March – June)
This is the best for a visit to this destination, with the temperatures rarely dropping below 15 degrees Celcius. The days are hot but pleasant if you’re visiting in the months of May & June.

Monsoon (July – September)
Although the monsoon season receives moderate to heavy rainfall, this is not exactly the best time to visit Spiti, owing to the frequent downpours and dangerous landslides

Winter (October – February)
Beginning from October, the winter season is the least advisable time for a visit to Spiti, owing to extremely chilly temperature and inhospitable roads.The roads connecting Spiti Valley to the rest of India are blocked most of the time in this season.

How to reach Spiti Valley:
By Air: There is no direct flight connectivity to Spiti Valley. The nearest airport is in Bhuntar, near Kullu, 245 km away from the same

By Rail: The nearest broad gauge railway station from Spiti which have good connectivity is in Chandigarh. Jogindernagar also has a railway station which is nearest to Spiti, but it has very poor connectivity.

By Road:
There are two route to spiti valley first via Kinnaur , second via Manali
There are many public and private buses running between Shimla and Kinnaur from 5 AM to 8 PM
You can take a Volvo run by HRTC to Manali from Chandigarh. There are two HRTC buses which runs between Manali and Kaza every morning, as soon as road to Spiti Valley via Manali get open in the season, mostly in mid-June.

Other things for Tourists to visit near this beautiful valley:
Chandratal lake
Key Monastery
Kunzum Pass
Surajtal Lake
Pin valley National Park
Dhankar Monastery

Lahaul and Spiti are separated by the Kunzum pass (4,590 m). Lahaul and Spiti are connected by a road, but are cut-off from each other during some parts of the year due to heavy snowfall.

Note- If anyone travelling through bike during snowfall please bike slow because road are mostly covered with snow we have seen bike and car accident mostly bike. Please drive safely during winters in Himachal Pradesh.

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Hatu Peak the best place to visit in Narkanda

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Snow Road

Hatu temple

On the Peak

Nature

Snowfight

Masti Time

Sunset

Hatu Peak in Narkanda is one of its highest points and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding snow clad mountains. Narkanda is often described as the gateway to the apple country of Himachal Pradesh, and Hatu Peak is located at a distance of 7kms from Narkanda, with trekking being the only way to reach the summit of this steep peak.Hatu Peak has a height of about 2708 meters, and lies on NH-22, along the Indo-Tibet road

 

Best Time to Visit Hatu Temple: Mid- June to Mid- October.Temperature may be around ( 12°C and 20°C). But during winter it falls to (-2°C and 6°C).

How to reach Hatu Temple:
By Air: Jubarhati, which is about 80 kilometres from the Narkanda.

By Rail: There are no regular trains from other major cities to Narkanda. Nearest train station is Shimla.

By Road: Narkanda is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular buses.

Other things for Tourists:

The place is best suitable for trek lovers as it includes 8 km of walking distance.The Car also goes to 3km from the staring point of trek to temple to the camp where you can eat snacks like maggie,tea etc like that. If you really want to make it a good trekking don’t travel through bike and car.Go with a spirit to the Hatu Temple. At the top you can find the best ever view for photography and find peace. One jan 26 me and my office trip planned a unplanned trip to Hatu Temple.We can explained the happiness and what experience we got from that trip.

Note– If anyone travelling through bike during snowfall please bike slow because road are mostly covered with snow we have seen bike and car accident mostly bike. Please drive safely during winters in Himachal Pradesh.

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