Forest Complex – Shai Ropa Shai Ropa, Teh. Banjar, Distt. Kullu
About: With the backdrop of tall steep mountains, Sai Ropa (Shai Ropa) Information Centre, has been the favourite stop for trekkers and nature lovers, who wish to venture into the wilderness GHNP offers. It is about 5 km from Banjar on way to Gushani, from where the entrance of the park is about 9km by walk.
With GHNP becoming a UNESCO World Heritage site, the administration has upgraded the facilities at Shai Ropa and added new family suites and interpretation centre to its existing infrastructure. Along with the deluxe rooms, it also offers dormitories facilities to accommodate larger groups, a conference hall with latest AV facilities, and a mini-museum. Nearby attractions include Tirthan River, Gushaini- the starting point of trekking to GHNP, Chaini Kothi, Choie Waterfalls and Nature Interpretation Centre
Activities: Angling, Trekking, bird watching, Meditation, Shopping of organic horti/agri produce, local sightseeing, Adventurous activities- River crossing, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Village living, Photography, Visit to ancient temples, Waling the Nature Trail.
Coordinates: – 77 23 14.29 E, 31 38 29.5 N, Alt 1452 m