Detailed Description

About the Activity:

     If you are looking for a holiday that will refresh and revitalise you, experience the magic of the Banjara Retreat at Sojha. This little village is 5 kms from the Jalori Pass that links the Shimla and Kullu districts. The thickly wooded mountainside, densely populated with conifers, deodars and toosh characterize the beauty and uniqueness of Sojha. With unending slopes of emerald forests, verdant and pristine, nature is at its most alluring. Located in Seraj valley, still undiscovered by many, Sojha is a breathtakingly beautiful place.

      The mornings in Sojha are particularly invigorating. One can just stroll around, walk up to the meadows or perhaps take the pathway into the jungle. Nature lovers can enjoy thick wooded hill slopes starting from bottom as far down or up or sideways or deep as one can look. One can see the great snow clad peaks beyond the tree line and some great cloud formations. The whole region is a part of the Great Himalayan National Park.

      This is one of the best national parks in the world and reveals its beauty, diversity and depth through time spent in exploration. It also offers the casual hiker and serious trekker a wide range of experiences in natural wonders of the park. Trails range from relatively easy day walks in the eco zone to challenging week or longer treks through arduous and spectacular terrain. There are numerous habitats for explorations from bush forest of Oak, Conifer and Bamboo, to gentle alpine meadows; from swift flowing rivers to high alpine glaciers. The terrain and geology are diverse. If one is lucky there are opportunities to observe endangered species of western Himalayas in their natural habitat.

     The Banjara Retreat and Cottage at Sojha are two wooden houses surrounded by wooded forests from which you get a panoramic view of the snow covered Himalayan ranges in the distance. The numerous walks and treks in the surrounding forests and meadows are a special feature of the area and the drive to the retreat is a pleasure in itself. Large, fully furnished, comfortable rooms with attached bathrooms are available and the kitchen offers you a variety of treats!

You can also visit other places like:

Serolsar Lake:A lovely 5-6 hrs return walk through thick Oak forest.Raghupur Fort ruins:Another interesting walk through forest and a meadow to the remains of fort on top of a plateau. The site offers panoramic views of the valleys.

Waterfall Point:About 1 hr walk through thick Himalayan forest. This is best done on day of your arrival to acclimatize to rarefied atmosphere.

Tirthan Valley:About 30 kms from Sojha. The Tirthan river, which flows through the valley, is great for trout fishing.

Great Himalayan National Park:A little ahead of Tirthan valley is The Great Himalayan National park. You can enjoy a day hike in the periphery area of park.

Angling:Angling is possible on a certain section of Tirthan River (fly fishing only and you will need to get your own gear but inform us in advance so that permits can be organized).

There are several other interesting walks/ hikes in the area.

Inclusions:

All Meals are included in the cost.

Exclusions:

We have introduced a 3% SERVICE CHARGE from this year on all Banjara properties. The same need to be paid directly on site.

The driver are charged Rs. 300 for food and Rs. 200 for stay i.e. Rs. 500 per day

Other activities like Angling, Trekking ,etc will cost Rs.500/- extra and minimum 4 person is required to conduct it.

How to Get There:

At Aut, 29 kms short of Kulu, turn right. After crossing the Beas, drive through Larji and Banjar to reach Sojha.

Aut-Sojha is 38 kms.Or on NH 22 from Shimla to Sangla, turn left at Sainj, (28 kms. ahead of Narkanda). After crossing the Sutlej, drive through Luhri, Ani and Jalori Pass to reach Sojha. Sainj-Sojha is 53 kms.

Applicable Seasons:

April to Oct