Sainj Valley is the lesser-known cousin of Tirthan Valley and both constitute the Great Himalayan National Park, an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Himachal Pradesh. There is much to do here including treks, cultural experiences, majestic meadows, tower temples, and village homestays.
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Deori or Dehuri or Deohari is one of the major villages deep inside in Sainj Valley. It can act as a gateway to Pundrik Lake as well as numerous other villages higher up.
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Pundrik Rishi Lake is a sacred lake deep inside the Sainj Valley in the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) near Upper Neahi Village. It takes a short hike to reach it.
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The lush green alpine meadows of Shangarh village in Sainj Valley of the Great Himalayan Park ecozone is a sight to behold along with the Shangchul Mahadev Temple.
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Dodra & Kwar are two of the remotest villages in Himachal, connected via road only a few years ago. You need to reach Rohru and then cross the Chanshal Pass to reach them.
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This list is NOT about Malana, Chitkul, or Spiti. These are genuinely offbeat destinations in Himachal Pradesh such as Pangi valley, Lahaul, Gada Gushaini, Pabbar Valley, Sainj Valley, Janjehli, Karsog, Miyar, Sirmaur and many more.
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Never heard of Thachi Valley? Well, no one can blame you for that. It is another of those gems the Seraj Region of Mandi District of Himachal Pradesh has to offer but I think this one has all the characteristics for the ultimate tourism storm.
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Mandi is generally bypassed by most travellers in Himachal en route to more touristy Kullu-Manali. But the Mandi town & district has many hidden gems.
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Pekhri near Gushaini is another village in Tirthan Valley that can be an attraction on its own and can also act as a base camp for many treks in the Great Himalayan National Park.
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Trek to the Malana Village near Parvati valley known for its secluded culture and ancient democratic traditions. Trek routes from Kasol, taxi rates & other info.
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Kheerganga Trek has become too popular of late, mainly due to the popularity of Kasol as a hippie joint. Here is a guide for all you need to know for the trek.
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A comprehensive general 14-day itinerary covering the most popular points in Spiti Valley as well as Kinnaur, starting from Shimla and ending in Manali.
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