What Awaits
Life at
Winterfell
Every experience here is unhurried, led by someone who has done it a hundred times and still loves it.
3 km from Winterfell
jibhi Waterfall & Kulhi Katandi
Both jibhi Waterfall and Kulhi Katandi sit within 1 km of jibhi market, making them the most accessible outing from the property. The waterfall is seasonal and at its best through spring and early summer. Kulhi Katandi is a clear stream pool in the forest — calm, shaded, and good for a quiet afternoon. No guide needed; the path is well-worn and easy to follow. A good first-day outing to settle into the pace of the valley.
Duration
2–3 hours
Difficulty
EasyBest Season
March–November
15 km away · 3,505m altitude
Jalori Pass + Raghupur Fort
Jalori Pass sits at 3,291m and is one of the few high-altitude passes in Himachal Pradesh accessible by road. From the pass, the trek to Raghupur Fort is 3 km one way — the first kilometre is a gentle forest path, the middle climbs steeply, and the final stretch opens into open meadows leading to the fort ruins. Raghupur Fort was built by the Mandi rulers for military surveillance, and a small Shringa Rishi temple still stands among the ruins. On a clear day, the views take in snowcapped ridges across the Dhauladhar and Kullu ranges. Trail markings are sparse — go with a guide or ask locals at the pass for the correct path.
Duration
Full day (6–8 hrs)
Difficulty
ModerateBest Season
April–November
15 km away · 3,100m altitude
Jalori Pass + Serolsar Lake
Serolsar Lake sits at 3,100m and is reached by a 5 km one-way trail from Jalori Pass — easier and more gradual than the Raghupur Fort route, mostly through dense birch and oak forest. The lake is sacred in local tradition; pilgrims circumambulate it and offer ghee at the Buddhi Nagin Mata temple on the shore. Legend says two sacred birds of the goddess keep the lake clean. About 500 metres into the trail there is an optional steep detour to a viewpoint higher than the pass itself. Note: the Raghupur Fort trek and Serolsar Lake trek go in opposite directions from the pass — most guests pick one per day.
Duration
Full day (5–7 hrs)
Difficulty
Easy–ModerateBest Season
March–November
Ancient Kath-Khuni Shrine
Balu Nag Temple
Balu Nag Temple — also called Shesh Nag temple — sits above Bahu village in the Banjar area. Built in the traditional kath-khuni technique of interlocking wood and stone with no mortar or cement, its age is unknown — local oral history claims hundreds of years, and there are no written records. From the road near the Shesh Nag water pond in Bahu, a 30–45 minute forest trail leads to the temple. The surroundings are dense, green, and very quiet. It can be combined in a half-day trip with the jibhi Waterfall.
Duration
Half day (3–4 hrs)
Difficulty
EasyBest Season
March–November
Medieval Kath-Khuni Tower · ~10 km
Chehni Kothi
Chehni Kothi stands about 7 km from Banjar, making it roughly 10 km from the property. Originally built as a defensive tower by a local 17th-century ruler, it now functions as a temple to Shringa Rishi — the primary deity of the Tirthan and jibhi valleys — and Goddess Chehni. The 1905 Kangra earthquake destroyed the top two floors; five storeys remain, with a visible lean. A separate, smaller Shringa Rishi temple stands just in front of the main tower. By local custom, outsiders are not permitted to climb inside the tower. The structure is reached via a short forest footpath from the road near Bini village. A worthwhile half-day for anyone interested in Himalayan architecture and history.
Duration
Half day (3–4 hrs)
Difficulty
EasyBest Season
March–November
UNESCO World Heritage Site
GHNP Walk
Winterfell sits within the buffer zone of the Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to the snow leopard, Himalayan brown bear, musk deer, and over 375 bird species. Our guided walk takes you inside the GHNP boundary along the Tirthan trail with a GHNP-certified naturalist who reads the forest in ways most visitors miss — animal tracks, bird calls, and the difference between a deodar and a cedar at fifty paces. The park gate is a short distance from the property.
Duration
Half or full day
Difficulty
Easy–ModerateBest Season
Year-round (best April–June, Sep–Nov)
3 km from jibhi
Chhoie Waterfall Trek
The trek to Chhoie Waterfall starts near Nagini village, close to jibhi, and is about 3 km one way — roughly 45 minutes to an hour at a comfortable pace. The trail opens with steep stone steps before settling into a forest path through Himalayan oak, deodar, and blue pine. The fall drops in a tall cascade into a cool natural pool at the base. The site is worshipped as Chhoie Mata; maintain quiet near the water. Wading is fine, though the pool is shallow. The trail can be slippery in monsoon — trekking shoes are advised. Best done in the morning before the afternoon heat.
Duration
3–4 hours (round trip)
Difficulty
ModerateBest Season
March–June, Sep–Nov
Tirthan River
Trout Fishing
The Tirthan is one of the only rivers in Himachal Pradesh with no dam or diversion on its course, which is why it remains clear enough to spot trout from the bank. Fishing is permitted from March 1 to October 31 and requires a state fishing permit (approximately ₹300 per day, arranged through us). Species: brown and rainbow trout. Our local guide knows the named pools — Khundan Bridge, the Deori Pools, the stretches near the GHNP gate. Catch-and-release is the practice here. No prior fishing experience needed.
Duration
3–5 hours
Difficulty
EasyBest Season
March 1 – October 31
jibhi Market · 2.5 km
Café Hopping in jibhi
jibhi's main market area has grown a handful of traveller cafés over the past few years — some in converted wooden houses, some with outdoor seating over the stream. Most serve good filter coffee, Himachali siddu, maggi, and simple seasonal menus. It's a 2.5 km drive or a longer walk down from the property. Good for a slow afternoon, a catch-up call, or simply watching the village go by at its own pace. No planning needed — just go when the mood takes you.
Duration
Flexible
Difficulty
NoneBest Season
Year-round
At the Property · Chargeable
Bonfire Evening
A bonfire can be arranged at the property on request — just let us know in advance. There is no organised programme: no telescope, no scheduled storytelling, no event. It is a fire, the night sky above jibhi (very little light pollution), and whatever you bring to it. We do not host loud gatherings or parties — the bonfire is for quiet evenings, not events. Chargeable; ask us for the rate when you book.
Duration
Evening (flexible)
Difficulty
NoneBest Season
Year-round (best Oct–Feb)
jibhi & Surrounding Hamlets
Village Walk
jibhi and the smaller hamlets around it have been here for centuries. A walk through the lanes reveals temples with intricately carved deodar doors, traditional Himachali homes stacked on slopes, and a pace of life that has little interest in hurrying. The walk is self-guided — just set out from the property toward the village and keep going. Locals are generally friendly and used to visitors passing through. A good way to spend a morning or late afternoon, especially in the quieter months.
Duration
2–3 hours
Difficulty
EasyBest Season
Year-round
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