Mashobra Valley: The Hill Station of Shimla

Mashobra is among the best places in the Shimla District of Himachal Pradesh. The Peaceful and nature lover spot in Shimla. The Best picnic spot for families and
children. Also a pet-friendly location. A secret getaway to you and your family members from the city hustle. If you come to Shimla, then you must wander or stay in Mashobra Valley to experience the Calmness and to get nature vibes.

 

Where is Mashobra?

It’s 15km from the main Shimla ISBT, at an elevation of 7045ft.

Bus Station:-   Shimla(15km)

Railway Station: Shimla Station (15km)

Airport: Jubbarhatti Airport (30km)

City:-      Mashobra

District: Shimla

State:-     Himachal Pradesh

Country:-   India

Continent: Asia

Currency:-   Rupees

Languages: Pahari, Hindi, Punjabi, English

Ambulance:-  108

Police: 100

 

How do you reach Mashobra?

By Air:- Reach International Delhi Airport. You will get a flight to  Jubbarhatti Airport in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, which takes around 1hr 30 minutes to reach Shimla. You also have to check for weather conditions and availability because the flight is basic and only carries 50 passengers maximum. After reaching Shimla, you have to take cabs/taxis for your further journey.

By Train: From Delhi Airport, you can take the metro train to reach your Train Station and travel up to Kalka Station of Haryana. Now you have to take the Toy train towards Shimla Station. Now the further journey will be traveled through road only.
By Road: Reach Delhi/Chandigarh Airport by Flight. Then book your cab by Indrive-City-to-City transfer to reach your Hotel.

Now you have many options to reach Shimla ISBT. You can book Volvo Tickets for Overnight journeys
by Volvo Bus and other options are also available cab/Taxi, Rental Bikes, and Ordinary buses.

Distance Covered: Delhi to Shimla – 342km via NH 44 and NH 05

Chandigarh to Shimla – 110km via NH 05

• Volvo Bus At night (650-700INR)/per ticket
•  Cabs Available(3000-4000INR)
• Bikes On Rent (1500-2000INR)/per day

 

After reaching Shimla, you can book your hotel stay at Shimla or take a cab or ordinary bus directly to Mashobra for an Overnight stay.

You can look for many hotels/homestays and camping options in Mashobra Valley. Some best places to camp are Craignano and Mashobra Heights.

 

Best time to visit Mashobra?

You can visit in all Seasons, but March to June is well known for pleasant, peaceful days in the summer season. You will feel the cool breeze in the nature walks.

From July to September, you have to face heavy rainfall with descent cold conditions up to November.

For Snow lovers, the best months are December, January, and February.

Best things to do in Mashobra

 

Picnic and Camping: The area is less crowded and untouched, mostly covered with big oak trees and small parks. If you want to book luxury camps in Campground, it will cost you around 1500/- INR per person

Rock Climbing and Rappeling: You can do some adventure activities through local vendors and the Institute of Mashobra, which offers such activities for travelers.

 

Nature Park Craignano: A nature walk in well-maintained flower gardens, tree houses, and
picnic spots and statues showing the Pahari culture and their dressing styles. A family can enjoy a full day out here, and kids love the park and playing in the children’s park and Adults can relax from the hustle and bustle of the city life. You have to buy tickets to enter the park, which helps with the maintenance.

 Ticket- 50/- INR per Adult

Naldehra Golf Course: The only golf course in Shimla created by the Britishers before Independence, where tourists can enjoy the scenic beauty of the valley. A full day in the lush green fields of Naldehra, famous for the golf course and horse rides tour of the valley. Naldehra Golf course is usually used by filmmakers for songs and other scenic shoots.

Fruit orchards and Oak forests: A scenic and pleasant walk in the Apple orchids of the Mashobra Valley surrounded by oak forest.

Mashobra Waterfall: A small hike to see the best view of the waterfall. You can also enjoy the local food and stay near the waterfall.

Shalli Tiba: The famous mountain peak of Shimla district attracts hikers and nature camping in the middle of nowhere and under the sky covered with beautiful view of shining stars. The Diety Yogini temple is situated at the top of the peak where you can stay and meditate and pray to the Goddess with local pujari. It’s a pilgrimage route and an attractive small trek of 12 km, which almost takes 3- 4 hrs from the Village Khatnol, which is 30km from Mashobra. You will see the 360-degree view and a beautiful sunset and sunrise from the Top. You will also witness the peace and calmness which is not found near Shimla city.

 

Do you need a guide to trek in Shalli Tiba?

You can take all the essential details from the locals, but someone who can guide you and provide local knowledge is also very helpful and safe on such dense forest treks. You have to go through dense forests on a proper visible route and carry lots of water and some food items because there is no water and food supply on the way, and avoid
traveling at night. You can collect dead wood while underway for bonfire and cooking purposes. There are some huts and other sleeping arrangements for the night, but you must carry your own camping and sleeping bags.

Where to stay in Mashobra?

If you want to experience nature, then go for camps, stays and hotels, and homestays also at good prices, but you have to book them 2-3 months before your visit. I recommend the Shalli Tribe Camp Stay, the best one to keep yourself close to nature, and they also offer some good hikes and activities.