5 Things You Should Enjoy Doing In Kufri

If you are planning for a short trip to Himachal Pradesh, then do consider visiting this beautiful hill station that is easily accessible to the tourists traveling by road. As a road trip, you will not be disappointed for visiting this destination. For witnessing the snowfall, Kufri is among the favorite destination for people traveling from Punjab.

Kufri is also a great starting point for tourists who wish to explore Manali and Shimla. It has also been considered as a ‘Winter Sports Capital’ of Shimla. This is because of the increasing number of winter sports events mainly Skiing being held in Kufri. The peak winter sports season starts from November until February. Kufri also hosts the 'Winter Sports Festival' every year.

The landscape of Kufri is full of lush green bio-diverse plants and trees. The dense deodar forests and the snow-capped mountains are great for clicking those memorable pictures with your friends and family. Apart from the spectacular views, you can also enjoy a calm and peaceful time away from your city life. Most of your travel needs will most likely be met in Kufri.

# Skiing

Skiing is one of the best adventure activities you can experience in Kufri. Even if you have never skied before, you can find people helping you learn the balancing act and the thrill of Skiing. The best time to ski is from November till February.

The Mahasu Peak is a great place for skiing as it is has slopes meant for beginners as well as for experienced skiers. Several courses are offered by the state tourism department. You can also find Skiing equipment for rent at various places in Kufri.

# Trekking

Trekking is a very moderately challenging adventure activity suitable for all kinds of travelers. Trekking is a great way to connect with nature and experience the fresh air in your lungs. If you are from a city, you can go on a short trek to feel the contrast between the beauty of the mountains and the freshness of the air.

Among the trekking enthusiasts, Kufri has some of the best trekking trails. The hill station of Kufri also serves as a starting point for popular trekking trails leading to Manali, Shimla, Rewalsar, and Faqu. Trekking on these trails is one of the best experiences you can have as a solo traveler.

# Camping

Camping is probably the most relaxed adventure activity that can be experienced by all kinds of tourists. Kufri has become quite famous for its camping activity with more and more people coming to experience this adventure. Free from pollution, the Snow Trail camping site is very popular. It is located on the Kufri-Chail road and is situated at a height of around 2200 meters above sea level.

You can easily find many camping sites with all the facilities available online. If you want the minimum hassle with the food and proper sanitation facilities, you can experience camping with your family.

# Horse-rides and Yak-rides

One of the experiences that young children enjoy while traveling with their families is the experience of riding horses or a Yak. Even the older tourists get happy while riding Yak or a horse. This is a family-friendly experience that is accessible to people who travel to Kufri.

The couples who are on their honeymoon can choose horseback riding for a memorable vacation. If you know how to ride horses on your own you can choose to take a long ride through beautiful scenes that Mahasu Peak offers.

# Tobogganing

Tobogganing is quite a new activity known to many tourists, but it is very popular in Kufri and other popular winter destinations. Since the last few years, Tobogganing has been gaining popularity. Tobogganing involves sliding down the slope using a sledge that slides on the snow.

It is a very popular activity that can be considered adventurous. The best time to experience Tobogganing is during December and January. The snow cover during these months is quite thick and you will find many people enjoying sliding through the snowy slopes.