Narkanda in Himachal Pradesh at 9240 feet, near Shimla.

Nestled in the foreshadow of the majestic Himalayas at 9240 feet, just two hours drive from Shimla on the Hindustan Tibet road i.e. N.H. 22, Narkanda is an easily accessible destination while still offbeat and untouched. With its calm and serene surroundings, the area is lush green with deep valleys and conifer forests.
The Hatu Peak at 11152 feet can be easily accessed through a gently ascending proper metalled road. The drive up is interesting and takes you through pine, oak, deodar, silver fur and rhododendron trees with a wild profusion of flowers and herbs. Midway one passes a small water-body and gujjar hut at Jhamunda. It is a nice viewpoint and a camping site.
Hatu hillock provides beautiful and majestic views of the Himalayas and the surrounding pahari hamlets. It also has a temple with intricate celestial carvings.
From Hatu, for those interested, one can take a short one hour round trek upto the alpine meadow of Jaubagh. The perfect place for a picnic lunch. One can also visit the famed apple orchards at Kotgarh and spend time at the nearby Tani Jubbar Lake.
Narkanda also has some nice ski slopes, good for some fun skiing.
Narkanda offers hotels and resorts accommodation at The Tethys Narkanda Retreat and at Hatu Hotel.    Click here for packages
Narkanda is also a nice destination to combine with the following tours:
Pabbar Valley Trail        Offbeat Himachal Tour thru' Jalori Pass          Wilderness Trails commencing at Parkwoods Shoghi
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Hatu Peak and a view of the enthralling Himalayan snowline

�Tethys� at Narkanda Retreat, with its beautiful alpine settings and picturesque views, is located at the foot of the Hatu hill.
Accommodation: �Tethys� at Narkanda Retreat, with its beautiful alpine settings and picturesque views, is a hotel located at the foot of the Hatu hill.
Tethys has deluxe rooms and suites with ensuite washrooms, multi cuisine restaurant, pool table, TT and arrangement for evening bonfires, barbeques,
day treks and picnics and skiing in winters.
Narkanda Retreat - Tethys - scenically located amidst the Himalayan forests and mountain.

Fast Facts on Narkanda

Location: 440 kms from Delhi, 64 kms from Shimla.
Route: On the National Highway 22, 64 kms ahead of Shimla.
By Road: Delhi - Ambala - Kalka - Shoghi - Shimla - Kufri - Fagu - Theog - Narkanda.
Rail: Kalka (155 kms), Shimla (64 kms).
Air: Jubbarhatti (80 kms).

The deep verdant valleys at Narkanda
with the snowline rising to the clouds.

Discounted Hotel Packages for Narkanda Retreat, Tethys

Packages for 2 Nights / 3 Days:
Rs.7555 + 10% tax/couple in a Deluxe Room
Rs.9222 + 10% tax/couple in a Executive Suite.

Extra person above 12 years: 35% of the package cost. Child between 5 to 12 years: 25% of the package cost.(Sharing room with breakfast, dinner for 2 Nights)

Check in: 1 P.M. / Check Out Time: 11 A.M.

Validity: Upto 30th September, 2010.

Package Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast and Dinner.
Also Included: Welcome drink on arrival, morning tea, children upto 5 years are free on plan without extra bed sharing parent's room.
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Narkanda Retreat, Tethys in the winters.

A deluxe room at Narkanda Retreat, "Tethys".

A deluxe room at "Tethys" with heaters, channel TV, sitting area,
ensuite washrooms with hot and cold running water.

The Retreat also has suite rooms.

The rooms at Narkanda Retreat have large glass windows offering spectacular views.

The rooms have large glass windows offering spectacular views.
Also of the Himalayas on clear days.
(Notice the window pane to the right in the pic above)

The Retreat has a small and cosy dining room offering multi-cuisine meals.
The in-house kitchen also packs sumptuous picnic lunches
if you are planning a day out to the nearby orchards or mountains.

The lobby at Narkanda Retreat with a pool table.
The lobby with a pool table. (A TT table is on the upper floor).
However, Narkanda and Tethys is more suitable for those
who love nature, outdoors, hikes and jeep safaris.

In and Around Narkanda

The Hatu Peak at 11152 feet can be easily accessed through a gently ascending proper metalled road. The drive up is interesting and takes you through pine, oak, deodar, silver fur and rhododendron trees with a wild profusion of flowers and herbs. Midway one passes a small water-body and gujjar hut at Jhamunda. It is a nice viewpoint and a camping site. Hatu hillock provides beautiful and majestic views of the Himalayas and the surrounding pahari hamlets. It also has a temple with intricate celestial carvings.
From Hatu, for those interested, one can take a short one hour round trek upto the alpine meadow of Jaubagh. The perfect place for a picnic lunch.

Midway to Hatu one passes a small water-body at Jhamunda.
Midway to Hatu one passes a small water-body at Jhamunda.

The Hatu Peak at 11152 feet can be easily accessed
through a gently ascending proper metalled road.

Bhim Ka Chulha at Hatu - as the legend goes...
Hatu hillock provides beautiful and majestic views.

The Hatu Temple with intricate celestial carvings.
The Hatu Temple with intricate celestial carvings.

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Narkanda is also a nice destination to combine with the following tours:

Pabbar Valley Trail Offbeat Himachal Tour thru' Jalori Pass

Wilderness Trails commencing at Parkwoods Shoghi

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Narkanda At 9250 Feet, in Himachal Pradesh