This is an experience that is sure to refresh and revitalize you. Shoja is a little village which is just 5 kms from Jalori pass 3223m which links Shimla to Kullu district. With the advent of summer, the whole drive wears a festive look with blue Iris in full bloom, gently forcing the mind to outline the plan to the next visit. While the drive to the retreat is a pleasure in itself, the numerous walks and treks in the surrounding forests and meadows are a special feature of the area. The Banjara Retreat is a solid cedar wood house in the local architectural style tucked away amidst thickly wooded forests from which you can get a panoramic view of the snow covered Himalayan ranges in the distance. Shoja boasts dense forests of Deodar rich in wild life i.e. Deer (Black & Brown), Barking Deer, Musk Deer, Leopard, Jungle Hog and Monal (The State bird of Himachal).