Skiing Destinations In India- An Adventure That Cannot Be Forgotten
Getting bored from every day 9 am-5 pm life? Feeling lack of enthusiasm in daily routine? Maybe we have found the right solutions to bring back freshness in your “too boring lifestyle”. Have you ever heard about skiing? Yeah….you read just right. Skiing….Adventurous sport in snow. If you love the hill, if your heart just wants to cuddle with mother nature’s one of the most amazing beauty, great chances are waiting for you.
Here are the top 10 destinations for SKIING IN INDIA in the lap of snow-covered Himalaya with jaw-dropping beauty
1. Pahalgam. Jammu & Kashmir
The dream destination for those who want to enjoy skiing with a deep feeling that’s gonna last for the rest of their life with a sweet memory. If you just want to enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of panoramic natural views it is also the right place for you.
Location: Nearest airport Srinagar. Nearest Railway station Jammu. Cabs are well available from both.
Best time for visit: January
2. Auli, Uttarakhand
Want to feel the sparking adventurous feeling of skiing but doing it for the first time? Here is the place which will suit you the most, as there is a ski training school with skilled instructors which will help you to fulfill your dream of skiing through the gorgeous slopes located at the lap of Shivalik Himalaya. If you just want to enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of a panoramic natural view it is also the right place for you.
Location: Nearest bus stand Dehradun. From here buses and taxis are easily available.
Best time for visit: November to March.
3. Phuni Valley, Sikkim
Comparatively less known place but packed with majestic panoramic beauty filled with picturesque slopes at the height of 11000feet from sea level. A must-visit site for adventure enthusiasts. If you love skiing from the bottom of your heart, Mother Nature of Phuni valley will never upset you. Located near the beautiful Lachung valley, Phuni valley is the best place for those who try to avoid the crowd of skiers from all over the nation.
Location: Nearest town Lachung.
Best time to visit: November to March.
4. Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir
Are you a beginner at skiing? Or are you a skilled skier? Gulmarg will please you both with its scenic beauty while the professional one will enjoy it most by flying like an eagle through the steep snowy terrain. A naturally groomed 452 m incline gives an exhilarating skiing adventure to skiers at Kongdori, whereas from Apparwat ridge there is an 800m decline that offers once in a lifetime experience.
Location: Nearest airport Srinagar. Prepaid cabs are available for booking.
Best time for visit: November to March.
5. Kufri, Himachal Pradesh
Kufri, the winter sports capital of Shimla, is a well-known skiing destinations both for amateurs and professionals. During the winter months, it becomes a ski-haunting place for enthusiasts. During the season, carpet-like snow amazes tourists with its soft beauty. One of the oldest places in India to explore skiing. The travel and tourism bureau of Himachal Pradesh organizes an annual winter athletics program, which entertains and encourages a huge sum of visitors.
Location:Nearest airport to Kufri is Jubbarhatti Airport in Shimla which is 16km away.
Best time for visit: December to February.
6. Narkanda, Himachal Pradesh
Another amazing place for skiing in Himachal Pradesh is situated at an altitude of 2706 meters on the Hindustan Tibet road with gorgeous snow ranges. Beginners, as well as pro-level ones, get a chance to do some adventures.
Location:Nearest airport to Narkanda is Jubbarhatti Airport in Shimla which is 90 km away.
Best time for visit: November to March.
7. DayaraBugyal, Uttarakhand
There are some well-known places at the heart of Uttarakhand for both advanced & beginner skiers. When the easy slopes make a chance for beginners to get the taste of skiing the steeper steps allow the pro ones to give throttle to their skills once again. Snowfall during the winter months makes the stage for adventurers to make their dreams come true.
Location: Nearest airport to DayaraBugyal is Jolly Grant airport Dehradun.
Best time for visit: November to March.
8. Mundali, Uttarakhand
Positioned in the Dehradun region and at a small duration from Chakrata, this skiing destination in India is recognized for its steep slopes. A perfect paradise for trekkers and skiers.
Location:Dehradun Railway Station is the nearest railto Mundali.
Best time for visit: December to February.
9. Solang valley, Himachal Pradesh
If you’re one of those who enjoy becoming involved in a crowd packed with tourists from all over India having butterflies in their stomach feeling about skiing, you have to choose Solang valley. Lush green nature accompanied by majestic beauty will make your heart warm. You can also indulge yourself in various types of organized workshops. There are many ski resorts available nears skiing destinations.
Location: nearest airport Kullu Manali.
Best time for visit: December to January.
10. Munsiyari, Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand is blessed with snow-clad slopes which is ideal for professional trekkers, mountaineers, and obviously for skiers. As the name suggests Munsiyari gives you snow-covered amazing slopes ready to be discovered as new skiing destinations. If you want to breathe the beauty of night in such a place where the entire sky surrenders to you, here is the perfect place for you. You can do your base camp.
Location: Kathgodam (275 km) and Tanakpur (286 km) are the nearest railway stations.
Best time for visit: November to February.
