Things to do in Jibhi and Tirthan Valley

Best Time to visit jibhi and Tirthan valley

If we talk about the Best time to visit Jibhi, it would be summer season because it is an ideal time for trekking, camping and outdoor activities. The temperature is around 10-25 degree. Other than this you can visit in autumn, it is perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities. By the time of December to February, snowfall is common which makes most beautiful views of Jibhi in December. Jibhi temperature goes around 13 to – 2 degree. If you like it then you can visit there in month of November to March.

Jibhi Places to Visit

Jibhi offers you a wide range of outdoor activities to explore. You can go for trekking, fishing, bird watching or you can go and explore the attractions like The Serolsar Lake, Jibhi waterfalls, the Krishna Temple etc. Explore all beautiful places of Jibhi Himachal Pradesh with Jibhi tour packages.

Hiking to Jibhi Waterfall: The place offers a range of outdoor activities. You can go Hiking or trekking. The major point of interest i.e. Jibhi Waterfall is located about 7km away from the main city. It is a three – tiered waterfall which falls from more than 100 feet into a water pool. While climbing up to there you will enjoy the great views across the valley.

The Serolsar Lake: It is a serene alpine lake that is surrounded by dense forest in Tirthan valley. The lake is 3100m above the sea level. Serolsar Lake have different colours during different times of year. It looks white during winters, lush green during monsoon and half snow covered and half green during spring and summer.

Chehni Kothi: Chehni kothi is surrounded by beautiful landscape and lush forests. It is an ancient tower built from wood and stone, was once a castle and residence of local ruler and now it offers the visitors to the  architectural wonders of past. This is a traditional construction which is an example of the indigenous Kath- Kuni architecture.

Great Himalayan National Park: In Tirthan valley this Park is home to diverse flora and fauna that includes a rare species like the Himalayan brown bear and snow leopard. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is a paradise for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. This place has a variety of herbs such as pine, chestnut, spruces to junipers and alpine herbs. Moreover, the park features more than 100 plant species which also consists of medicinal herbs.

Kulhi katandi: This place is the hidden gem. The tourist name of this place is Mini Thailand or Verra Ri Aal.  It is located inside a rich forest area in Jibhi. To reach there you will have to trek down from the main road, it is around 250-300 m towards Jalori pass. The best time to visit is during the day time.

Adventures Activities to do in Jibhi

Trekking: You can explore the surrounding forests, or you can trek through various trekking trails, such as the Jalori pass trek. There are other treks like Serolsar lake trek, Raghupurgarh trek and Bashleo pass trek.

Well if you are planning to go for trekking then you can go for a moderate trek along the Tirthan River too, it offers a scenic view and waterfalls or you can go for the Great Himalayan National Park trek which is challenging trek through a diverse flora and fauna.

Camping:  You can do camping at Jibhi campsite, Serolsar campsite, Shoja campsite. These places are scenic and perfect for camping. While camping you can do birdwatching, stargazing or you can go for a walk in nature. You can also go for fishing in the nearby river and streams.

Explore village and local Cuisine: You can explore the nearby villages such as Gushani, Shoja and Banjar. The Shoja village is known for its Scenic view and waterfalls or when in Tirthan Valley you can take a walk to some of the villages there and observe their lifestyle. Other than this you can also explore the cuisine you can go to dhaam, it has interesting traditional himachali dishes. Siddu is a must try local dish in Tirthan Valley.

How to reach Jibhi from Delhi?

The distance between Delhi to Jibhi is approx. 464 km. If you are planning to go by air then the nearest airport for Delhi to Jibhi is Bhuntar Airport, after which it will take around 2hrs to reach Jibhi. The nearest Railway station to Jibhi is Chandigarh railway station as there are no direct services available for Delhi to Jibhi. From there you can take a bus. One of the most convenient way to reach Jibhi from Delhi is by bus, you can take a bus to Manali and get off to Aut and from there you can take taxi or another bus to Banjar. Delhi to Jibhi by car or Delhi to Jibhi bus are another easy options to avail. It will take you around 10-11 hrs.

From Delhi to Tirthan valley, the route is same as Jibhi. Once you reach to Jibhi you can trek or go to Tirthan valley from there or after reaching to Aut, if you want you can directly go to Tirthan valley, it is 30km from there. Jibhi can be also reached by Chandigarh through state buses or local taxi on rent. Find several ways for how to reach Jibhi with comfortable transportation.

Conclusion

Jibhi Tirthan valley, both are Himalayan Paradise that will make you fall in love with nature. Every corner of this place holds a unique charm, waiting to be discovered. You can also add Manali in your Jibhi tour plan as Jibhi to Manali distance is approx 100 Km. So pack your bags, leave this hustle life behind and go to explore this hidden treasure. Let mountains be your guide and embark you a journey of adventure. Explore, embrace and experience the magic of hills.