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Kufri
Spend a half‑day in Kufri for snow activities and a quick visit to the Himalayan Nature Park; add a night if you want a relaxed stay.
Kufri is a tiny hill‑station in southern Himachal Pradesh, reachable by hourly bus from Shimla. Its main draws are winter sports, short hikes and the Himalayan Nature Park (₹15 entry). One day covers the activities; a night lets you unwind in a homestay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Dec–Feb
- avoid Jun–Aug (monsoon, limited snow)
- Airports
- SLV · IXC
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kufri112 ▾
- Police / General112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kufri, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyKufri is generally safe for tourists; main risks are icy roads in winter and occasional altitude‑related discomfort—carry warm clothing and travel…
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / general (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSLV Shimla Airport (Closest airport, limited flights to Delhi, Dharamshala, Kullu).
- Getting aroundHourly buses from Shimla IGMC station; local taxis or auto‑rickshaws for short hops to the park and Mahasu Peak.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SLV Shimla Airport (Closest airport, limited flights to Delhi, Dharamshala, Kullu) · IXC Chandigarh Airport (Better connectivity, about 120 km (75 mi) away)SLV Shimla Airport (Closest airport, limited flights to Delhi, Dharamshala, Kullu) · IXC Chandigarh Airport (Better connectivity, about 75 mi (120 km) away)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Apr
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
Best
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Best: Dec–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Jun (9 rain days), driest Feb (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kufri: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
5 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
4 rd
Mar
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
7 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
5 rd
Dec
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Hourly buses from Shimla IGMC station; local taxis or auto‑rickshaws for short hops to the park and Mahasu Peak.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Mahasu Peak
goDoor to door: ≈1 h round‑trip
Local taxi or trek from Kufri Bazaar, about 30 min
Highest point in Kufri, good for short hikes.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
The Himalayan Odyssey Homestay
Cottage with mountain views; rooms from ₹1,500 per night
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,500–4,000 (≈ US$30–50) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Homestay room1 × 1 night × ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Shimla → Kufri bus (hourly)1 × ₹150 · check | ₹150 |
| Taxi to Himalayan Nature Park1 × ₹200 | ₹200 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹235 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,585 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,585≈ US$30 |
From The Himalayan Odyssey Homestay
2026 estimate in INR; flights and transport excluded.
Prices of common things
| Apple juice (local vendor) | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Snow trek guide (per hour) | ₹500–800 (≈ US$6–10) |
| Taxi (short ride within town) | ₹150–250 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Himalayan Nature Park closed Tuesdays; check opening hours (winter 9:30‑17:30, summer 9‑18:30).Himalayan Nature Park closed Tuesdays; check opening hours (winter 9:30 AM‑5:30 PM, summer 9‑6:30 PM).
- Winter roads can be icy; allow extra travel time.
Emergency numbers
- Police / General
- 112
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Emergency
- Police / General112
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Shimla → Kufri bus: about ₹150 (≈ US$2), hourly service (check)
- Taxi Kufri Bazaar → Himalayan Nature Park: ≈₹200
Say or show
- यह कितना है? — How much does it cost? (yah kitna hai?)
- एक रात के लिए कमरा चाहिए — I would like a room for one night (ek raat ke liye kamra chahiye)
Check latest bus schedules and park opening times before travel.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kufri. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Feb · avoid Jun–Aug (monsoon, limited snow) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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