Editors' itinerary · Jibhi
Jibhi in 3 relaxed days
3 days / 2 nights · Couples, Friends, Mountains, Peace & calm, Trekking, Homestays, Offbeat
Photo: Phototraveller1 / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
A slow three-day plan with a day trip to Jalori Pass and Serolsar Lake. Swap the pass day for forest walks if the pass is closed.
Costs are per-person estimates. Destinations: Jibhi.
Day 1Day 1: Arrive and settle in
- 07:00
Get off at Aut and head towards Banjar
Transport · at Aut Tunnel
Arrive by overnight bus or car. If you take a bus, tell your host your Aut arrival time so they can arrange a pickup or point you to the right local bus.
- 11:00
Check in and rest
Stay · at The Hosteller Jibhi
Check in, have breakfast and relax. Ask your host about road conditions and weather for tomorrow's plan.
- 16:00
Walk to the waterfall
Sight · at Jibhi Waterfall
An easy first outing, with time for chai and photos before dark.
- 19:30
Dinner at a cafe
Food · at Cafes near Jibhi Waterfall
Try one of the cafes nearby, or eat at your stay if you've ordered ahead.
- 07:00
Day 2Day 2: Jalori Pass and Serolsar Lake
- 08:00
Drive up to Jalori Pass
Sight · at Jalori Pass
Start early by taxi or your own sturdy vehicle. Confirm the road is open before leaving, as it is often closed from late autumn to spring.
- 09:30
Walk to Serolsar Lake
Activity · at Serolsar Lake Walk
Plan a couple of hours each way. Carry water, snacks, layers and a rain jacket, and turn back if the weather changes.
- 15:00
Late lunch and rest
Food · at Cafes near Jibhi Waterfall
Head back to the village for a warm meal and an early night.
- 08:00
Day 3Day 3: Temple, then onward
- 09:00
Visit Chehni Kothi
Sight · at Chehni Kothi
Go in the morning when it's quieter. Dress modestly and ask before taking photos inside.
- 11:30
Breakfast or lunch
Food · at Cafes near Jibhi Waterfall
A relaxed meal before you leave.
- 13:00
Head to Banjar for onward transport
Transport · at Banjar Bus Stand
Take a local bus or taxi to Banjar, then continue towards Aut, Kullu or Mandi. Leave with daylight to spare.
- 09:00