Deola village – A Himalayan Countryside Experience

While planning your holidays, those who aspires to retire to Himalayan village, to relax to

rejuvenate and escape the frantic urban life, allow us to be your host in Himalaya.

In the lap of Shali peak is the small village of Deola, comprising of 30 houses built in traditional

‘pahari’ style, with thatched walls and slate roofs. The hardship of life is exposed by the valleys

designed with traditional step farms on the slopes and local farmer practice indigenous farming

since centuries. This elevation is ideal to grow varieties of cereals, pulses, fruits, vegetables and

spices. The natural bouncy houses wide varieties of typical Himalayan flora and fauna.

Shali Heights is a home in the mountains, best to experience Himalayan cultural warmth and

lifestyle. Nature trails, trek up-to Shali peak, mountain biking and river rafting trips suits

adventure enthusiasts. The mesmerizing aura inspires writers, painters and thinkers giving

freedom to their thoughts and imaginations.

Best time to visit

With just not one reason to visit the village of Deola, the topography of the area allows snow to

spread its blanket from late January till March.

This follows April with the bounty of spring petals, adding new colors to life. The pleasant

summer evening of May and June rewards the farmer for his hardship.

July and August brings monsoon showers welcoming migratory birds and a symposium of

Himalayan flora.

September, October, November and December echo the silent valleys with their fairs and

festivals, celebrating life.

Accommodation

Shali Heights, home offers two bed rooms and a reading room, with a view of adjacent villages

and crowned by Shali Peak. Adjacent to rooms is a common, furnished bathroom with private

entrance. With an ample space, in front of the rooms, give a true sense of being close to nature.

02 Double Bed Rooms

01 Reading Room

Places of interest

Deola village

Enjoy an exploratory walk and meander through the temples, traditionally built houses,

pine forest and enjoy the fresh air.

Shali peak hike

Hike up to the highest peak in the vicinity of Shimla and get rewarded with stunning

panoramic views of snowcapped Western Himalayan range. This ancient trail connecting

the valleys of Mandi and Kullu, passes through old coniferous forest. Carpeted with rare

Himalayan flora, the place aspire nature lovers, avid birdwatchers and photographers.

Hatu peak drive

A day’s drive to Hatu peak passes through apple valleys and retraces the Old Hindustan

Tibet road. Enjoy a lovely walk through an old Brown Oak forest; get blessed by the

local Goddess temple on the top and mesmerizing panoramic views.

River rafting

Enjoy a lovely drive to River Sutlej and enjoy a thrilling ride over the powerful tides of

this mighty River.

Mountain Biking

Right from Shimla, the vicinity around offers numerous mountain biking trails. We offer

Trek Mountain bikes and safety gear.

Naturalist/Bird watcher/Mountain biking instructor services.

We offer trained guide services to enhance your Himalayan experience.

General information

1. There is a small library.

2. We offer strictly homemade, simple vegetarian food.

3. Days here are generally pleasant, however for monsoon & winter months we recommend

carrying woolen wear.

4. The house offers lot of open space & shade of Kiwi gardens adding to your reading and

relaxing experience.

5. The house has good mobile and internet coverage.

6. There is doctor on call for any emergency.

7. Transport from the house can be organized.

Getting up to Shali Heights:

By air: from Shimla airport: 58km/3hr

By rail: from Shimla railway station: 39km/2hr

By road from Shimla, town: 37km/2hr What to carry

Outdoors friendly clothing

Good hiking boots/Sports shoes

Jacket/Wind breaker

Pullover

Thermal wear (November – March)

Cap/Hat

Personal medication

Sun glasses

Sun cream

Rain gear

Flash light

Binoculars

Camera with extra batteries

Books & writing material