HILL STATIONS IN INDIA THAT ARE NOT IN HIMALAYAS

If you’re bored from visiting Himalayan states and looking to explore other hill stations with lush green forests, valleys, waterfalls and Tea & coffee plantations. Then we have a list of states which have amazing hill stations. Do explore thesehill stations that are not in Himalayas during your upcoming holidays.

PACHMARHI, MADHYA PRADESH

Pachmarhi is the only hill station located on Satpura hills of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. This region was under rule of Gond tribe ruler Bhawut Singh and was unknown for rest of the world. It came into light when British India officer James Forsyth discovered this hilly and forest town. It’s a part of the Satpura National park with natural beauty and dense Sal &Teak forest.

Listed in UNESCO Biosphere reserve for its Flora & Fauna. It is a unique area of high natural and diverse land resource values. It has many rare and endemic plants.

It is also known as ‘Satpura Ki Rani’ and famous among adventure seekers. One can enjoy Zip lining, Jeep Safari, Nature trails, Caves, waterfalls and untouched landscapes.

Explore the beautiful hill station and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com. It’s a must visit destination for all kind of travellers as lot of area is still untouched and unexplored.

Things to do:

• Satpura National park
• James ForsythNature Trails
• Chauragarh Temple
• Christ Church
• Reechgarh (Ridge between two Rocks)
• Dhoopgarh – Sunset Point
• Priyadarshini  Point (James Forsyth)
• Pandav Caves
• GuptMahadev Cave
• RajatPrapat Waterfalls
• Bison Lodge Museum
• Pristine Tamia (British era untouched & unexplored town)
• ApsaraVihar Waterfalls
• Dutchess Fall
• Cycling
• Trekking
• Camping
• Relax and enjoy beautiful views of valley 

Where to stay:You can stay at Welcom Heritage Golf view, MP Tourism Amaltas, MP Tourism Champak Bungalow, MP Tourism Rock End Manor and few budget homestays with beautiful views.  

How to reach: The closest well connected railway station isPipariya(approx. 45kms) and Bhopal (approx. 195kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.

DARINGBADI, ODISHA

Odisha is India best kept secret with so much to explore. Odisha is the land of landscapes, wildlife reserves, tribes, Art & Culture and history.

Daringbadi is named after British officer Daring Sahib who was in charge of this place. It is also known as Kashmir of Odisha. Whole area is surrounded by pine forest and waterfalls making it a perfect gateway for people who wants to relax in lap of nature.

It has a beautiful valley and plateaus which is full of coffee plantation and pepper gardens. It’s also a land of ancient tribe KutiaKondhas. Whole region have series of waterfalls and must be on the list of every travelers.The place is bursting with flora and fauna and perfect destination for the nature lovers.

Explore the area and small tribe’s villagesby foot and discover the valley with natural centric experienceby selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement. 

Things to do:

• Bird watching
• Jungle Safari
• Trekking
• Camping
• Tribes villages
• Various Temple
• Tara Tarini (The Legend of the Goddess) – Adi Shakti Pitha’s
• Jirang (Odisha Little Tibet)
• Satkosia Tiger Reserve (Tikarpara)
• Nature Trails
• Relax and enjoy beautiful views of valley 

Where to stay:You can stay at Eco Retreat- Daringbadi, Daringbadi Nature Camp, Phulbani Nature Camp and few budget homestays with beautiful views.  

How to reach: The closest railway station is Berhampur (approx. 120kms) and Bhubaneswar (approx. 250kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities. 

LAMBASINGI, ANDHRA PRADESH

Lambasingi is a small village on Eastern Ghats and also known as ‘The Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh’. It’s a hidden gem of Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh. It’s an only place in southern region that witness snowfall.

It is a small and serene townsurrounded by hills, lush green trees and dense forest. Winters are the best time to visit as chilly weather makes this destinations a perfect place to visit by tourists and honeymooners. The area have lots of strawberry farms where once can pick fresh strawberry. 

This places is popular among nature enthusiasts, trekkers, bird lover’s and explores. This hill station have so much to offer and one can explore nature trails, camping, Mountain biking and untouched landscapes.

Explore the beautiful hill station and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com. It’s a must visit destination for travellers looking for silent getaway as lot of area is still to be explore by travellers.

Things to do:

• Thajangi Reservoir
• Susan Garden
• Visit to strawberry farms
• Kothapalli Waterfalls
• Ghat Road
• Buddhist Monasteries
• Bojjannakonda&Lingalakonda (Oldest Buddhist establishment)
• Kondakarla Bird Sanctuary
• Yerravaram Waterfalls
• Trekking
• Camping
• Nature Trails
• Relax and enjoy beautiful views of valley 

Where to stay:You can stay at APTDC LambasingiHaritha Resort, Lodge, Camping and few budget homestays with beautiful views.  

How to reach: The closest railway station is Chintapalle(approx. 20kms) and Visakhapatnam (approx. 105kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.

CHIKMAGALUR, KARNATAKA

Chikmagaluris also known as Coffee land of Karnataka. It is a small and serene town boasting of hills, valleys, and the aroma of coffee floating in the misty air. Whole area is covered with lush green trees covering hectares of land with coffee plantation. Travelers come here to experience best coffee and take hundreds of pictures while walking through fields.

This places is popular among nature enthusiasts, trekkers and explores. This hill station have so much to offer and one can lost in the charm of this beautiful place. There are numerous waterfalls, temples, nature trails and activities for families.

Explore the area and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement. 

Things to do:

• Eravikulam National Park
• Kudremukh National Park
• Bhadra wildlife sanctuaries
• Mullayanagiri – Highest peak
• Hebbe Falls
• Kalathigiri Falls
• Bhadra Dam
• Bhadra Rafting
• Visit to Coffee plantation & factory visit
• Stay at Coffee estate
• Coffee board museum
• HoranaduAnnapoorneshwari Temple
• Sharadamba Temple
• KavikalGandi View Point
• Trek to BallalarayanaDurga Fort 
• Veer Narayana temple, Belavadi
• Cycling
• Trekking
• Camping
• Nature Trails
• Relax and enjoy beautiful views of valley 

Where to stay:You can stay at The Serai, Hotel Aadrika, Vismita county Resort, Camps and few budget homestays with beautiful views.  

How to reach: The closest well-connected railway station is Kadur (approx. 40kms) and Mangalore (approx. 110kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.

MOUNT ABU, RAJASTHAN

It’s an only hill station of Rajasthan with pleasant weather throughout the year. The lush green hills of Aravalli range make this destination more preferably by tourists and honeymooners.

Mount Abu is a wonder in dessert state of Rajasthan with Blue Water Nakki Lake, green forest and waterfalls. The city still have British style bungalows and royal lodge set amid hills. Visit Delwara temple which is known for their architectural splendor and exquisite stone carvings.

Explore the beautiful hill station and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement. 

Things to do:

• Nakki Lake
• Toad Rock view point
• Guru Shikhar
• Dilwara Temple (11^th century temple)
• Mount Abu Wildlife sanctuary
• Trevors Tank (Crocodile Park)
• Achalgarh Fort
• Cycling
• Leisure walk to explore the surrounding area

Where to stay:You can stay at Sterling Mount Abu, CamaRajputana Club Resort, Hotel Hillock and few budget homestays with beautiful views.  

How to reach: City has its own railway station at a distance of 27kms and Udaipur (approx. 175kms) is the nearestairport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities. 

MUNNAR, KERALA

Munnar is the beautiful hill station of Kerala at an altitude of 6000ft. It’s a place where the unfolded green carpet is spread over hundreds of kilometres.Munnar used to be preferable summer state of the British rule due to its location and high altitude. Whole area have exotic species plantation with wildlife sanctuaries and dense forest. 

Munnar is breathtakingly beautiful, a haven of peace and tranquility –a perfect honeymooners and tourist destination in God’s own country. Enjoy the ride through rubber plantation with scenic view as whole stretches is full of lush green garden, villages and canals. Visit century-old tea factories to witness the tea-processing where one can taste and pick up the finest tea in the country.

Explore the area & small villages and discover the valley with layer of green carpetby selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement. 

Things to do:

• Eravikulam National Park
• Bird watching
• Tea factory visit at various Tea Estates. 
• Tata Tea Museum
• Mattupetty Dam
• Top Station and Echo Point
• Meet locals & explore villages.
• Marayoor  – Hub of Sandal wood Trees
• Kundala Lake
• Chinnar wildlife sanctuary
• Cycling
• Trekking
• Camping
• Nature Trails
• Relax and enjoy beautiful views of valley 

Where to stay:You can stay at The Tall Tress, Misty Lake Resort, Elysium Garden Hill Resorts,Gokulam Park and few budget homestays with beautiful views.  

How to reach: The closest railway station is Ernakulam(approx. 125kms) and Cochin (approx. 110kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.

MAHABALESHWAR, MAHARASHTRA

Mahabaleshwar is the most visited hill station in Western Ghats of Maharashtra as compare to Lonavala. It had once served as summer capital during the British rule due to its high altitude. The area is surrounded by lush green hills, forests, majestic peaks with natural beauty. It’s always on the list of people who wants a break from city life.

It’s famous for ancient temples, numerous viewpoints, waterfalls, small hidden lakes, nature trails passes through lush green forest. Strawberry farming is done here and once can visit farm for fresh box of strawberry.

Explore the hill station and nearby area by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com. It’s a quick gateway for city travellers who wants to relax in lap of nature.

Things to do:

• Mahabaleshwar Temple
• Venna Lake
• Parsi Point
• Lingmala Waterfall
• Dhobi Waterfall
• Mapro Garden
• Cycling
• Trekking
• Camping
• Nature Trails
• Relax and enjoy beautiful views of valley 

Where to stay:You can stay at Le Meridien, Brightland Resort & Spa, Le Serene Resort & Spa and few budget homestays with beautiful views.  

How to reach: The closest railway station is Wathar(approx. 60kms) and Pune (approx. 130kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.

WAYANAD, KERALA

Wayanadis a beautiful hill station nestled in the mountains of Western Ghats. This town is just 02 hours’ drive from sea shores of Kozhikode and whole area is full of thick rainforest, spice plantation and wildlife.

All the Western Ghats Mountains have rugged terrain which passes through jungle and deep valleys. Due to its beautiful locations and surroundings, people come over here from all part of India and abroad. Travelers can explore other tourist hill station like Ooty, Coorg and Kannur. 

This places is popular among nature enthusiasts, trekkers and explores. This hill station have so much to offer and one can explore numerous waterfalls, temples, nature trails and untouched landscapes.

Explore the flora and fauna of this destination and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement. It’s an ideal place for weekend trip as lot of area is still to be explore bytravellers.

Things to do:

• WayanadWildlife sanctuaries
• Ripon Tea Factory
• BanasuraSagar Dam
• Edakkal Caves
• Kuruva Island
• Chembra Peak
• Pookode Lake
• Visit to Spice plantation & factory visit
• Meenmutty Waterfalls
• Tholpetty Wildlife sanctuaries
• Bamboo Forests
• Soochipara Falls
• The Bamboo Factory
• Thirunelli Temple
• Wayanad Heritage Museum
• Edakkal Caves Candle Light Dinner
• Cycling
• Trekking
• Camping
• Nature Trails
• Relax and enjoy beautiful views of valley 

Where to stay:You can stay at The Wildflower Resort & Spa, Vythiri Village Resort, Sterling Wayanad, Pepper Trail and few budget homestays with beautiful views.  

How to reach: The closest well connected railway station and airport is Kozhikode (approx. 90kms) which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.