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Kufri

(7500 Ft Above Sea Level)

Himachal Pradesh | India
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Kufri is categorised as Hillside Hamlet


Views from Kufri
Snow Leopard at Himalayan Zoo Kufri (Nivalink Trip Dated - 3 August 2010)
Fun skiing around Shimla and Kufri - Photo Courtesy Chandramohan B V
Yak Ride at Kufri

Reasons to Visit
  • Kufri is a hillside getaway near Shimla
  • Kufri is a winter destination and its here that it snows the better than other areas around in winter.
  • Winter the slopes around are good for local getaway seekers for some fun skiing.
  • During summer Kufri is like any other destination around Shimla where guests seek some space and peace away from crowded Shimla.
  • The Himalayan Nature Park and the Indira Tourist Park are the near by tourist attractions around Kufri.
  • There is a Himalayan Aviary, which houses mountain birds including Monal.
  • In January, National Snow Statue Competition is conducted there.
Know It
  • It snows heavily at Kufri during Winter (Jan - March)
Recommendations
  • Hillside Getaways around Shimla"Kufri (7000 ft asl - 25 kms from Shimla) is one of the highest point around Shimla and renowned for snow experience in Winter. Kufri otherwise is a popular getaway and visited for good views, touristy activities and salubrious climate. "
Access Information

Kufri has 17 Hotels approved and listed with Nivalink

CategoryCount
Standard1
Mid-segment3
Premium11
Luxury2
Type of HotelsCount
Hotel12
Resort5

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Airport Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup/Drop between Chandigarh Airport and KufriRs. 3820
Pickup/Drop between Shimla Airport and Hotel in KufriRs. 2454

Railway Station Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup/Drop between Chandigarh Railway Station and KufriRs. 3820

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Destination Ideas

  • Getaways around Shimla
  • Rafting in Sutlej Basin near Shimla
  • Shimla in Winter

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  • NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Situated about 18 km from Shimla, at over 2,600 metres altitude, the Himalayan Nature Park is located amidst 90 hectares of temperate vegetation that forms natural habitat for many a wild animals of the Western Himalaya. Animals in the Nature Park include Leopard, Brown Bear, Musk Deer, Bharal, Black Bear, Tibetan Wolf, Leopard Cat, Sambhar, Ghoral, Barking Deer, Monal, White Crested Kaleej and Cheer pheasant.
    Zoo
    High Altitude Zoo
    1
    Horse riding and Yaj Riding in Kufri is popular tourist activity especially for kids to be taken around to different view points on a horseback
    Rides
    Yak Riding, Horse Riding
    1
    Mahasu peak at a few kms from Kufri is popular view point and where one arrives in Winter for some fun with snow. Skiing here is not fully organised but local operators conduct what can be termed as fun skiing.
    View Point
    Himalayan Views
    5
    Just a few kms short of Naldehra is Craignanoo, the biggest fruit Research centre in Northern India.
    Institute
    Research Centre
    10
  • NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Sulphur Springs in river Sutlej are popular as it is said to have medicinal properties.
    Natural Wonders
    Sulphur Springs
    40
  • NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    It snows in Winter in Kufri and thats when guests from around (Shimla, Chail, Shilon Bagh, Mashobra, Naldehra, Fagu etc.) arrive for a bit of fun with snow. Mahasu peak is a popular area for this activity.
    Activity
    Snow Experience
    1
    The powerhouse at Chabba which is 18 kms from Naldehra provides a starting point for the 11 km river rafting stretch to Tattapani. Season is during April to June
    Adventure
    White Water Rafting
    29
    Tattapani is also renowned for trout fishing. The season begins from 31st March - 31st Oct. Fishing fees are nominal.
    Activity
    Angling
    40

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Average Day / Night Temperature of Kufri,Himachal Pradesh,India

January
16°C / 5°C
February
15°C / 7°C
March
20°C / 11°C
April
23°C / 14°C
May
30°C / 19°C
June
29°C / 21°C
July
28°C / 21°C
August
24°C / 18°C
September
25°C / 16°C
October
22°C / 12°C
November
20°C / 9°C
December
18°C / 7°C

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Nearest Airport in Kufri
  • Simla Airport ( SLV ) , Shimla-15 Kms
Nearest Railway Stations in Kufri
  • Simla ( SML ), Shimla-15 Kms
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