Kufri Tourism

A Great Place For Adventure Sports
Kufri is a gorgeous place for those having fascination for adventure sports such as hiking and skiing. It is a wonderful hill station in the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh. The word Kufri has been derived from the name Kufer, which means pond. It is easily accessible from Shimla. Kufri was once a part of Nepal and was developed into a tourist destination by the British. Kufri is the perfect place for adventure lovers. The beautiful environs, pleasant weather and great opportunities for adventure sports make Kufri a popular destination of Himachal Pradesh. The graceful valleys and forests of Kufri are visited by many adventure enthusiasts. During winters, the view of the snow-covered mountains in Kufri are simply enthralling. Indulge in a Yak ride in Kufri and spice up your holidays. The best time to visit Kufri is from December to February. During the winter season one can enjoy the charm of snowfall in Kufri.

Attractions of Kufri

Himalayan National Park
Himalayan National Park is home to a wide variety of wildlife. The park is known for its rich flora and fauna and houses a good population of avian species. Some of the wildlife spotted here include musk deer, ibex, black and brown bears and pheasants. Enjoy a safari in the Himalayan National Park and satiate your thirst for wildlife.

Indian Tourist Park
The Indian Tourist Park is a great place for photography devotees. Being a known picnic spot of Kufri, it is visited by many visitors.

Mahasu Peak
Mahasu Peak is the highest peak in Kufri that treats you with amazing views of surroundings. The path leading to the peak is nestling with wooded forests of spruce and deodar. The Mahasu Ridge lets you enjoy skiing. The slopes at Mahasu Peak are best for beginners. During the winters Mahasu Peak gets flooded with adventurous tourists.

Sports Festival
It is a unique festival celebrated in the month of February. It is organized by the Himachal Tourism where many courses for beginners are organised. However, the skiing competition is the main highlight of the festival. Highly skilled skiers flock to this place to participate in the event.

Horse and Yak Safari
Tourist can explore the natural beauty of Kufri on a horse or Yak safari. It is truly an interesting and adventurous way to explore any place.