2-Day Shali Tibba Trek from Shimla with Summit Bonfire Stay

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Witness 360-degree views of Himachal Pradesh, including the Pir Panjal and Shrikhand ranges
• 02 Trek from Khatnol to Shali Tibba, one of the most accessible treks near Shimla
• 03 Walk through beautiful valleys filled with blue pine and cedar forest
• 04 Stay overnight at the summit with a bonfire experience

Shali Tibba is a perfect weekend getaway from Shimla and one of the most easily accessible treks in the region, starting from Khatnol village. As the highest peak in the vicinity, it is surrounded by Mashobra, Kufri, Fagu, and Narkanda, and offers panoramic 360-degree views of Himachal Pradesh. This 2-day trek takes you through beautiful valleys filled with blue pine and cedar forest, making it an experience not to be missed.

This 2-day trek takes you through beautiful valleys filled with blue pine and cedar forest, making it an experience not to be missed.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Shimla

Languages English, Hindi, Punjabi

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Shimla to Khatnol and Trek to Shali Tibba

• Go on an early morning drive (44 km) from Shimla to Khatnol.

• Trek to Shali Tibba (7 km, 3-4 hours).

• After reaching Shali Tibba, attend a briefing about the place and the surrounding mountain ranges.

Enjoy a bonfire and an overnight stay at the top.

2

Day 02

Descend to Khatnol and Return to Shimla

• After breakfast, make a swift descent from Shali Tibba towards Khatnol.

• Drive back to Shimla and depart from Shimla.

An overnight stay in Shimla can be arranged, if required.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Accommodation - tents on a sharing basis, with sleeping bags and mats

• Meals - nutritious and tasty vegetarian meals during the trek, along with evening tea

  • Breakfast on Day 2

  • Dinner on Day 1

• Experienced, English-speaking Shali Tibba trek leaders and a cook

• Transport from Shimla and back to Shimla

• First-aid kit

What's Not Included

• Tips & gratuities

What to bring

• A good sturdy pair of shoes and a backpack with plastic or waterproof lining
• Comfortable, lightweight clothing
• Sunglasses or goggles
• Woollen hat for warmth
• Pocket knife
• Torch
• Scarf or bandana
• Lip balm
• Earplugs (optional)
• Spare contact lenses or glasses
• Thermal innerwear
• Extra polythene bags
• A whistle
• Reading materials, games, cards (optional)
• Towel, especially a lightweight quick-dry type
• Track pants with more pockets. Carry around 2 pairs. Avoid jeans.
• Waterproof jackets and gloves
• A raincoat, since the weather can be unpredictable (optional)
• Identification proof like Passport, Driving License, Aadhar card, etc.
• 1 passport-size photograph

Know before you go

• There is a 15 kg limit on personal luggage.
• Cameras, whether video or film, need to be protected against the cold weather, either in a warm pouch or in the interior pockets of your clothing. Do not keep your camera in your backpack at higher elevations.
• We do not provide donkeys or porters to carry luggage.
• No insurance is provided during the trek.
• When between camps, please carry your daily personal rubbish to the next camp. Do not litter.
• "Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints". So, keep the mountains clean and green.
• Aspirins and Paracetamols are highly recommended for headaches because they thin the blood to help improve circulation and oxygen delivery to the body. Strong painkillers are not recommended, as they can suppress respiration.
• Personal expenses of any kind will not be entertained.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India

Tour start

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.