Best places these hot summers will have you rushing to in India!
The summer season is in, and it’s time to lock up those sweats and bring those tees out!!
We at Donna Wanderer are here to make things easy for you so you enjoy the trip to the fullest. So settle down, and read on as we tell you about some of the best places you can spend your summer this season.
Top Coolest Places In India During Summer
Shillong
We will first keep this beauty in the North East on our list for two primary reasons. Firstly, it is one of the best hill stations in the country, filled with beautiful places. Secondly, even though it is somewhat well-known, it still feels relatively underrated, especially when you consider the variety of experiences this place offers you and your travel buddies.
This bliss in the North East has soul-pleasing weather in the summer season and offers unimaginable lush greenery. Its gorgeous lakes and waterfalls are truly surreal. Also known as Scotland in the east, it is the perfect spot to slow boat around in the Umiam lake.
Want to kill a bit of time in peace? Go ahead and fish in Dawki. Have a hiking bone inside you, go trek on the beautiful living root bridges, the Kyllang rock, or marvel at the Sophet Bneng.
Adventure lovers have their lists filled. Go rafting or kayaking along the Kynshi river, or ride a horse, climb rocks, or maybe even, for an ultimate experience, rappel along those beautiful waterfalls. This place has it all!
Manali
Being one of the top summer destinations on everyone’s list in the country doesn’t come easy, and Manali is a prime example of this fact. There’s a whole slew of things you will find to do here, and no matter how thoroughly you plan your trip, you are still likely to miss a few of them.
There’s enough for sightseeing, whether the famous Hadimba temple or the Himalayan Nyingmapa monastery. Adventure enthusiasts, buckle up! Solang valley offers plenty, from paragliding to zorbing to quad-biking and whatnot. Not to forget, river rafting along the Beas is particularly hard. Indeed an adventure to endure!
Want to play in the snow, rush to the Rohtang pass, or marvel at the beauty of the lush greenery along the way unparalleled by anyplace else. Want to sightsee some more? Tag along with your travel buddies to Manikaran Gurudwara and take a dip in hot water springs or explore Kullu.
Nature lovers have many other retreats, whether it is the Bhrigu Lake or Jogini Falls. There’s an excellent spot for your picnics at the apple orchards. Have a trekking and camping bone? Satisfy it, either traveling along with the Beas Kund or the Hampta Pass.
With the wide range of activities here, keep your itinerary packed and thoroughly enjoy the trip.
Ladakh
Want to have an adventure-filled getaway? Ladakh is your place to be. The rugged landscape with extremely high-altitude mountain passes will bring the adventurer in you and all your travel buddies. Its crystal-clear lakes, like the Pangong Tso, will serenade your soul. Those tranquil Tibetan monasteries and quaint villages accompanied by the cold weather will make you question if it still is the summer season.
You can also do sightseeing at the Leh Palace and the Shanti Stupa. Want to explore more? The journey never ends, whether it is the Zanskar Valley, Tso Moriri, or the Hemis National Park. Want to take some spine-chilling picturesque shots? Take them at Khardung-La Pass or the Magnetic hill. Dare you say adventure? There is also river rafting on the Indus.
Go and enjoy a camel ride through the dunes of Nubra Valley, one of the top places to visit in Ladakh. The whole area is an endless retreat. It all depends on how much of it and how long you can soak it in.
Shimla
It is a well-known ideal destination in the north. Enjoy a quaint ride on the Toy Train from Kalka to Shimla, explore white water rafting at Tattapani, stroll around the mall road to shop, eat, and enjoy the trip. The gorgeous Christ Church on the ridge is a must-visit.
Trekkers can visit the famous Jakhu Temple on the hilltop. History lovers have a lovely retreat in the British Viceroy Lodge. Want to see the hills in their pristine beauty? Go and visit Chail, Kufri, Mashobara, Naldera, or other beautiful places.
Darjeeling
Darjeeling will captivate you with the aroma of its tea gardens. The joyful toy train ride is a must-have to enjoy the trip, while the stunning views of Kanchendzonga Peak from Tiger Hill at sunrise will leave you amazed. Visit some of its beautiful places, like the famous monasteries, particularly the Ghoom Monastery. The Batasia Loop and Gorkha War Memorial are indeed sights that will stay absorbed in the memory.
The Happy Valley Tea Estate leaves many of its tea gardens to explore. Want to trek with your travel buddies? Head to the Peace Pagoda at Charlemont Hill. Your love for animals can have you exploring the wildlife at Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park. If you have to settle down for a snack, you can always shop for treats at Mall Road.
Gangtok
If you are one for uniqueness, this is your spot. Want to indulge in the ethos and philosophy of Buddhism? Visit the Rumtek Monastery. Gangtok will leave you wandering its zoological park and spellbound along the Indo-China Route as you explore its distinct flora and fauna. Keep your itinerary in check for Tashi Point for its captivating beauty.
Adventure enthusiasts won’t be disappointed either. River rafting in Teesta, riding a yak at Tsomgo Lake, or paragliding and ropeway cable ride from Deorali are some of the fun activities in Gangtok that are perfect for enjoying the trip with your travel buddies.
To satisfy their hiking bones, Trekkers can head on to Chhangu Lake and Tsomgo Lakes. This destination, too, has a lot to offer this summer season.
Nainital
This summer season, you can also go to Nainital and enjoy boating at the Naini Lake, or Bhimtal, Sattal, Naukuchaital, etc. Wildlife enthusiasts have their work cut out for them, with the option to birdwatch in Pangot and Kilbury Bird sanctuary. You can also visit the Naina Devi temple or the Raj Bhavan.
Have a lust for snow? Go and visit the snow point by cable car to view snow-capped mountains. There is ample trekking, whether to Tiffin Top or Dorothy’s seat. Explore horse riding in this enchanting place.
Auli
Auli is a beautiful hill station set at an altitude of 3000m, popularly known as a ski resort. Its apple orchards and pine trees are also a few reasons that make it one of the most beautiful places. You can also enjoy the trip in a chair car ride. It is worth it to marvel over the Auli Artificial Lake and the beauty surrounding peaks like Nanda Devi.
It is India’s ski hotspot and a delight for adventure sports enthusiasts. Test your limits with Auli Gorson trek, and maybe camp around. Take the ropeway to Joshimath for stunning views to have a bird’ s-eye idea. Trekking enthusiasts have beautiful places like Gorson and Kuari Pass to explore.
Ooty
Ooty is the prime hill station for most of South India, primarily because of its beautiful surroundings in the Nilgiris. There is a lot to enjoy the trip in its serene coffee and tea plantations and botanical gardens. The Toy Train Ride in Nilgiri Mountain Railways is a sight to behold and is declared a world heritage site by UNESCO. Its lake is famous for giving you a relaxing experience on a boat ride. You can alternatively trek and camp at Avalanche Lake.
Enjoy a game of golf at the Golf course with your travel buddies, or enjoy your picnics at spots like Emerald Lake, Kamaraj Sagar dam. You can do it all.
Nature lovers can also marvel in awe of the Doddabetta Peak, which offers an unparalleled view of the Nilgiris.
Kodaikanal
The second entry from South India on our list is this beautiful place with about everything, from sparkling lakes to stunning waterfalls, whether it is the Berijam Lake, the Kodaikanal Lake, the Bear Shola falls, or the Silver Cascade Falls. And the best part is, you can rent a boat through a good amount of these lakes and soak in their tranquil beauty.
Breath-taking displays of nature at the Green Valley View add to these beautiful places and lovely experiences. Taking a photo of the beautiful landscape at the Dolphin’s nose will forever paint a picture in your heart for years to come and in your travel buddies’ hearts.
Mahabaleshwar
As we move to the west, most of the getaways stand near and around Mumbai, much like Mahabaleshwar. Mahabaleshwar is the home of the few evergreen forests in the country. It serves as a welcome escape from the scorching heat of the city.
It has lakes, waterfalls, many vantage points, and a good few may temples to see, including the famous Mahabaleshwar temple itself. You can always have an enjoyable trek to Pratapgarh fort and a calm boat ride on Venna Lake. Strolling around in Mapro Garden is also an experience to be had.
Lonavala
Another great getaway from Mumbai is Lonavala, which offers you lovely relaxing properties. Celebrate a worthy break from the monotonous city life. There are a few historical landmarks like the Korigad Fort, Karla caves and Bhaja caves, and certain other beautiful places to enjoy this summer season.
Rajmachi Wildlife sanctuary is a great place to refresh and reconnect with nature and its creatures for the hectic city dwellers. Camping with your travel buddies at Aundoli is also an option to immerse yourself in life outside the city and enjoy the trip for a few days.
You still have waterfalls and lakes, like the Kune waterfalls, if all this wasn’t enough. Appreciate a physical challenge. Go and trek at Canyon Valley. And last but not least, satisfy the inner child in you with a hot air balloon ride, touching and breathing in those beautiful fluffy clouds in the Lonavala sky.
Donna Wanderer wishes you a great summer getaway, as you find the perfect spot to travel to and have a great time this summer season. We sincerely hope we have helped find you your ideal location to have a relaxing time.
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