Monsoon Treks in Shimla

Thrillophilia is your trustworthy travel companion for a range of monsoon treks in Shimla. These walks offer just the right amount of adventure mixed with breathtaking scenery. Regardless of expertise level, Thrillophilia guarantees an amazing experience for all trekkers. Both the Churdhar Peak Trek and the Kasauli Trek are highly recommended Shimla monsoon treks.

With the monsoon showers revitalising the environment, you can stroll through apple orchards, lush forests, and charming villages on each of our guided trekking adventures. Treks like the Kiala Forest Trek take you through verdant forests with abundant wildlife and gushing waterfalls.

Thrillophilia's monsoon trek tours in Shimla are suitable for all ages and interests, with options to suit every traveller's preferences. The Shali Tibba trek is a good option if you're searching for an easy monsoon walk. You will reach the majestic peak of Shali Tibba at 9423 feet and pass through beautiful valleys of cedar forests and blue pine.

With the appropriate tools and equipment, you may enhance the enjoyment of your trekking experience in Shimla. What are you waiting for, then? Contact Thrillophilia to plan your monsoon treks in Shimla and take in the mist-covered hills and valleys as you go!

Best Monsoon Treks in Shimla

1) Churdhar Peak Trek:

The lovely two-day Churdhar Peak trek is one of the best monsoon treks in Shimla that goes through a 56-square-kilometre forest sanctuary. It is just under 12,000 feet high, and takes you through Gujjar pastoral meadows, terraced fields, and thick Deodar forests. A memorable experience, reaching the summit offers you amazing views of Kedarnath, Badrinath, the Gangetic basin, and more on clear days.

Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate

Duration: 4 Days

Maximum Altitude: 12,000 ft

2) Kasauli Trek:

Some of the best monsoon treks in Shimla are the Kasauli treks that let you enjoy the cool climate and abundant flora. You can opt for the 5-kilometre Gilbert Trail trek that takes you to an altitude of 1800 metres, is easy and takes about 2-3 hours. The 5-kilometre Sunset Point Trail is another trek that takes you to an altitude of 6600 feet, is easy and takes about 2-3 hours. Lastly, you may opt for the easy 3-kilometre Manki Point Trail that takes you to Hanuman Temple at 7000 feet. These walks are great for monsoon adventures because they are moderately difficult and possess beautiful scenery.

Difficulty Level: Moderate To Difficult

Maximum Altitude: 3,969 ft

3) Hatu Peak Trek:

For a unique Himalayan experience, the one-day Hatu Peak trek is one of the unique monsoon treks in Shimla. On this 7-kilometre journey through dense pine trees, breathtaking vistas of the mountains, and charming meadows in Narkanda, you will reach an elevation of 3400 metres. This moderate-challenging walk ends at the holy Hatu Mata temple, a beautiful place to end your adventure in nature.

Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate

Duration: 2 Days

Maximum Altitude: 11,152 ft

4) Kiala Forest Trek:

One of the best Shimla monsoon treks is the Kiala Forest trek to experience the wild and tranquil Kotkhai Valley near Shimla. This moderate walk passes through a lot of greenery and provides views of various plant and animal species. With its peaceful atmosphere and untouched beauty, the walk is a great way for nature lovers to get lost in the peaceful surroundings. Over a scenic distance, the trip takes roughly 4–5 hours to finish.

5) Shali Tibba Trek:

At a height of 2873 metres above sea level, the one-day Shali Tibba trek is one of the best Shimla monsoon treks. It is situated in Khatnol village and provides breathtaking views of the Narkanda Hills, Kufri, Fagu, and Shimla. As you walk the 12 km trail, you can enjoy the peaceful sights of cliffs that hang over the path. You may take in views of dense woods and hear the melodic calls of Himalayan birds like Himalayan Monals. At the summit, you may also go to the sacred shrine devoted to Goddess Bhimakali.

Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate