Best Skiing Destinations in India – With the advent of a new year, a lot of people will aim to complete their bucket list of adventures. One of such daring yet exciting activities is ‘skiing’. Travel to a hill station without exploring the snowy hills sounds incomplete in all aspects. Snow activities like snowboarding, skiing, etc are the heart and soul of snowy areas. Let’s explore some of the famous skiing destinations in India.

Narkanda, Himachal Pradesh

Amongst the oldest ski destinations in India, Narkanda is home to famous skiing resorts. Located at an altitude of 2708 meters on the Hindustan Tibet road, the location is filled with snow mountains and slopes where you can enjoy a great skiing experience.  This is a great holiday destination that is considered a safe and accessible place to enjoy the snow with family and loves ones.  In the whole Shimla, Narkanda is a favorite spot for tourists and a must-winter vacation to experience.

GULMARG, Jammu, and Kashmir

Located in the snowy hills of India’s paradise, Gulmarg serves as a famous point for skiing among avid skiing enthusiasts. The place is also rated as seventh in Asia’s best ski destinations. It is a safe haven for all winter sports and attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world. Adding to this, the ski resort here has the highest ski cable.

The best time to visit is the winter months ( November- February ).

KUFRI, Himachal Pradesh

Situated in Shimla, one of the hotspots for winter lovers, Kufri caters to the skiing needs of the travels and adventurers whole-heartedly.

With ‘Kufr’ meaning lake, Kufri is the highest hill point in the surrounding. You can even catch glimpses of rare mountain wildlife here. The place has a lot to offer in terms of a nearby amusement park and a huge skiing resort. The instructors of the ski resort are highly professional and even amateur skiing enthusiasts can learn a lot of skills from them.

It is an ideal place to visit with family and friends.

AULI, Uttarakhand

Amidst the hilly state of Uttarakhand, with a beautiful view of mountain ranges of Nanda Devi, Mana Parvat, and Kamet Kamet, is situated in Auli. It is well known especially for its amazing ski resort and skiing activities. Safe to say, Auli is one of the prominent boosters of the tourism industry of Uttarakhand.

With a hot brewed cup of tea, you can enjoy the mighty snowy range of hills at this skiing paradise.

MANALI, Himachal Pradesh

Snowsport without the mention of Manali is totally out of question! Manali is on every adventurer’s bucket list for sure. This location is also famous for being a shooting place for numerous movies in the Bollywood industry. You can get your adrenaline rush by taking a ski trip from uphill Rohtang pass.

There’s nothing that Manali can’t offer you, be it snow-capped mountains, cable car, or the best facilities for enjoying winter sports. With its rich culture, glacial waters, and dreamy sunsets, Manali will never disappoint you.

YUMTHANG, Sikkim

If you are craving peace and want an escape from city life, this is the ideal destination for you.

Solely in nature’s lap, Yumthang guarantees a blissful experience to its worldwide travelers. The best month to pay a visit here is from September to March when the snow is in its full bloom!

The ski resort here is fully equipped with professional equipment and suitable for both beginners & experts in skiing. Plan your next trip to one of the seven sister states and you will be in for a thrilling ride!

PATNITOP

     If you want to stay away from hype and trends, this is the ultimate destination for you. Patnitop provides the onlookers with an absolutely breath-taking view of the entire range of snow-capped hills.

It opens its gates for skiing in January and February. One of the best things about this place is that it offers separate skiing courses for beginners and tourists without prior experience at low sloping hills at an initial stage.

Patnitop is situated in the rich state of Jammu and Kashmir, therefore, you can find beautiful and lush scenery all around. With its wholesome snowfall and indulgence in various winter sports activities, Patnitop serves as an affordable and worthy place for your next visit.

MUNSIYARI, Uttarakhand

Another exotic winter wonderland in the gem state of India. Munsiyari is well known for its engaging trek and adventure sports activities.

One must not underestimate this small town, as it competes with some of the well-known adventure sports places in India and abroad.

Well packed with high-altitude snow-capped mountains, it serves as an excellent ski location for the thrill-seekers out there. With the famous Nanda Devi Temple also the insight, you will surely be blessed with an abundance of beautiful views.

Here you can also find picturesque locations like Betulidhar, Thamari Kund, Birthi Fall where you also spend your quality time between skiing sessions!

Skiing is a highly engaging and interesting adventure sport if mastered. These destinations provide you a golden opportunity to explore the world of skiing at an affordable price. All you require is a strong will and a sense of curiosity to develop an interest in this exotic activity. Dive into the world of skiing!

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