Nestled in the lush green, now-popular Banjar Valley is the small town of Jibhi, which feels straight out of a Disney movie. About 8 km above Jibhi is an even smaller, less explored village, Tandi, that will awaken you with its breathtaking views of the Himalayas and is a paradise of treehouses. Built and taken care of with extreme love by the locals and only over a hundred residents, Tandi will make you feel right at home with the warm hospitality and the villagers ever ready to have a fireside chat with you.
Staying in a Tandi treehouse is an experience. Wake up to a 360-degree view of the mighty mountains overlooking the Jalori Pass and Shoja Heights, and grab some apples and pears right from the orchards around you before you head out for a delicious meal at Tandi café. Run by a local family, Tandi café will soothe your heart and tummy with their delicious homemade pizzas, dal, and Pahadi chicken curry. All this while watching over the breathtaking views right next to you.
Jibhi, the recent tourist town of Tirthan, with the stunning Tirthan river flowing right by it, is every mountain lover’s paradise. Backpackers from across the country flock here to visit the Jibhi waterfall, Jalori pass, Serolsar Lake, Raghupur Fort, and the crowd favourites Shoja and Shangarh. Jibhi is a hotspot for hikes that could give you a run for your money!
If lucky, you could also come across Mr Rana and stay at his guesthouse, also popularly recognized as the first-ever guesthouse of Jibhi started way back in 1992. Now, you would easily stumble across a queue of Instagram-worthy cafes in town that are both vintage and serve delicious food. Do not miss out on grabbing a cup of coffee at The Pink Panther café, momos, and thukpa at Tenzing, and siddu with a hot cup of chai all around town!
Above 12 km from Jibhi is the high-altitude Jalori pass, the starting point to the scenic Serolsar Lake and Raghupur Fort trek. Passing through a forest of Kharshoo Oak trees at 10750 ft is the majestic Serolsar lake.
It would take about 4 hours to reach the lake, and it is an experience of a lifetime. Another 3 km steep climb from Jalori pass is the Raghupur fort, perched at a staggering 12000 ft in Seraj valley. The fort is renowned for the breathtaking 360-degree view it offers of the massive valley, making it a must-visit for any traveller. Chehni Kothi and Balu Nag temple are the other lesser-explored treks that are must-dos while you’re in Jibhi.
Jibhi is a serene haven where you can leave all city worries behind, relax on fresh grass surrounded by flowers, and listen to the soothing sound of the Tirthan gushing beneath the mountains. On your way back, don’t forget to pick up a fresh jar of cake from the charming Harvest Moon bakery.
So what are you waiting for? Book your stay in Jibhi with us at https://www.tirthanvalleystay.com/ or +91 9888334809 and have the time of your life.
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