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Shali Tibba Trek Overview
Quick Facts of Shali Tibba Trek
- Maximum altitude: 2873 meter
- Grade: Easy
- Duration: 3 days
- Trekking distance: 12 kilometers
- Trail type: Round trek
- Railhead: Chandigarh railway station
- Airport: Chandigarh Airport
- Snow Season: Winters
- Service from: Himachal
- Base camp: Shali Tibba Trek
- Best season: March to December
- Region: Himachal
Shali Tibba Trek Itinerary
Snow trails Camp and Adventure Activities
The first day of your Madmaheshwar package starts with the arrival of the Campsite of Snow trails camp.
Swiss tents with attached bathrooms and cottages make up the camp. From the camp, you can see the stunning dawn and Churdhar Peak.
Then enjoy some Hot lunch.
A campfire may make for a pleasant evening. You may participate in some intriguing adventure activities at the campsite as well.
Enjoy a bonfire with Music along with Dinner.
Once you have explored the snow trails camp, you can call it a day and spend the night in your camp.
Spend the day in the campsite of Shali Tibba Trek
The second day of your Shali Tibba package starts with morning tea and breakfast.
Then you take a 2-hour drive to Khatnol.
The trek begins at Khatnol, from where you will take a route up the mountain. The road continues for about 2 kilometes before turning into a path that climbs a hill. Then from Khatnol, we will move to Shali Tibba Trek.
The 180-degree perspective of the valley is provided by the lush forest cover and pleasant greenery along this walk. The path ascends in a zigzag pattern with occasional bends.
There are several level treks during the steady slope.
The woodland is more dense here and will stay that way for the majority of the journey. We will see the route twisting up again with a series of scissor bends after another 15 minutes of hiking.
At the summit of Shali Tibba, have a picnic meal.
Then we will descend back to Campsite.
A farewell breakfast with loads of memories
On day three, you will have breakfast in the morning.
After that, you will check out of the campsite and drive to your final destination with fond memories of Himachal.
What to Pack for Shali Tibba Trek?
Documents - Carrying all your essential documents is essential to access important sites. Take along your Identity card or any form of identification that includes a passport, Adhar card, voter identification card, driver’s licence or others.
Clothes- You must pack clothes suitable for the weather. Cotton tees should be avoided in favour of Quick Dry tees, bandanas, scarves, or hats; a thick coating (Pullover, sweater or jacket) must be carried in case it gets cold at night. Walking or hiking boots is a must for the hilly terrain.
Consumables - Be sure to carry dried foods and packaged water for an easy trip. You need water (Minimum three litres), Salt plus lemon juice or electrolyte powder along with foods with a lot of calories, including nuts and dried fruits, homemade cake, etc, to keep you well hydrated and energetic.
Essentials
Sunglasses
For emergencies, have pins, rubber bands, and a whistle.
Using plastic sheet to protect electronics from the rain.
High SPF sunscreen
A sleeping bag and a mat
First aid kitScissors, cotton rolls, and crepe bandages are included in the first aid kit along with a micropore tape, 1 inch wide and constructed of paper or fabric.
Medicines
Avomine motion sickness medication, Digene or Gelusil for acid reflux, Crocin for mild pain treatment, and regular and waterproof bandages, Savlon or Dettol for antiseptic liquid, Cipladine or Savlon for antiseptic powder.
Know Before You Go to Shali Tibba Trek
By Air: Jubbarhatti Airport is the closest airport (23 km from Shimla). There are fewer flights to Shimla, so you may pick Chandigarh or Dehradun Airport instead. Shimla may be reached from Jubbarhatti airport via taxi or bus.
By Road: From Delhi, Chandigarh, you may grab a volvo or Himachal government bus to Shimla with ease. Being only 13 km from Chail and 15 km from Kufri it is easily accessible with the help of public or private transports.
By Train: The closest railhead is Kalka, which may be used to access the Shali Tibba trek. From the Kalka railway station, you may take a cab or a bus to Shimla.
Shali Tibba Trek route from Khatnol
The trek begins at Khatnol, from where we will follow the route that ascends the mountain. The road continues for about 2 kilometres before turning into a path that climbs a hill. A 180-degree perspective of the valley is provided by the lush forest cover and pleasant greenery along this walk. The path ascends in a zigzag pattern with occasional bends. There are several level treks during the steady slope. The woodland is more dense here and will stay that way for the majority of the journey. You will arrive at a tiny area of land with a clearing after travelling straight up the hill for 15 minutes. All you can see from here is a mountain that is heavily covered in trees. After a 3 hour hike, you will arrive at the summit of Shali Tibba, where the temple is located. Enjoy the expansive Himalayan range's 360-degree perspective where you can also witness the majestic Mount Deo Tibba and Mount Indrasen. Additionally visible are the Shrikhand and Churdhar mountains, as well as peaks from Uttarakhand.
Make your Shali Tibba Trek simple, hassle-free, and enjoyable by remembering a few essential pointers. Carrying crucial papers, having first aid supplies on hand, packing basics, and timing your journey at the proper time of year—all of these small elements add up to a successful trek.
Always keep a first aid kit, including all the essential medications.
Learn about the weather and the state of the roads before beginning the trek.
Throughout the entirety of the walk, keep yourself hydrated.
Wear comfortable clothes for a 12 km trek and will not cause trouble in between.
Wear shoes with comfortable soles and adequate traction.
Before your Shali TibbaTrek, begin a fitness regimen at least a month in advance.
Do all the prerequisite enquiries about any altitude-related diseases and their regional treatments.