Banjara Retreat at Shoja (Himachal Pradesh, India) is located 5 kms from the Jalori Pass that links the Shimla and Kulu districts. The Retreat is a solid cedar wood house surrounded by thickly 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 resort is a pleasure in itself. 

Best time to visit : The Retreat stays open April till October. The Weather is pleasant through the season. Pleasant days (light woolens) and mildly cold nights. Shoja gets its share of rainfall during July and August.

Accommodation : Five double bedrooms with attached baths and two suites of two rooms each with attached baths. There is 24 hrs supply of hot and cold water. 

Places to visit around the Retreat

• Serolsar Lake : 5 km from the Jalori Pass(3223mts). The walk is through thick oak forest. 

• Raghupur Fort 6 km walk from the Retreat. The remains are on top of a plateau.The site offers panoramic view of the valleys below. 

• Waterfall Point : About 1 hr walk from the Retreat. Ideally done early in the morning. 

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

Location : [ MAP ] [ Distance Chart ]. Aut - 42 kms, Kullu - 75 kms, Manali - 117 kms, Shimla - 156 kms, Thanedar - 85 kms.

Shoja is visited as ex-Chandigarh weekend getaway or visited as a part of Himachal Itinerary.