There is no road after Simla. If you can manage 10 to 11 hours of driving on broken roads,dirt, stones, , just terrible and dangerous road conditions, and blockades on account of landslides--you reach the most beautifl Sangla valley with a more beautiful Banjara Resort. in october one could see the lovely sights of apples all around. Banjara Camps gives you fresh juice and heavenly apple pies. The main building at Banjara is excellently kept , takes care of your every need-friendly staff

We do not expect much more than a comfortable stay, clean beds, hygenic food and reliable guides when we travel into upper Himalayan region for adventure travel. Banjara's Sangla retreat has been a great place to make a base since my early 1990s travels. Last year Banjara added a new permanent building to their beautiful camp ground. Sangla retreat, in its Swiss Tents avatar, has been my annual pilgrimage since its inception. I could not resist the temptation to take a look at the new permanent building and get to stay there even at the start of winter when it is not the ideal time for travelling in these parts.

Banjara Camps have always surprised me with their incredible hospitality and attention to detail even while providing bare basic accomodation in the remotest regions. Surely, I expected their permanent building to exude the same level of attention to detail. I was not disappointed. In fact, their effort and offering far exceeded my expectation.

The Sangla retreat's new permanent facility designed using mostly local materials and local artisans offered these facilities: (1) excellent large rooms with ample natural light and polished wooden surfaces and furnitures, (2) all fabrics and upholestry made using organic materials and dyes, (3) well-appointed bathrooms, (4) provision of adequate shoe storages outside rooms (no shoes inside the rooms--this enhances cleanliness), (5) excellent levels of cleanliness and prompt service, (6) No TVs (as per Banjara policy) thereby enabling complete peace and quiet in the habitable areas, (7) beautifully designed rooms that offer breathtaking views through the windows, (8) only common dining in a beautiful large dining room, (9) ample good quality equipment available along with guides for walks, treks or climbing and (10) the best food that you can expect to have anywhere--wholesome, hygenic, delicious and customized to one's needs (the kitchen is a must see).

There was no downside except the fact that reaching Sangla requires at least 10 hours road journey if you are travelling from New Delhi or 6 hours of car journey if you land at Shimla. But the region itself is serene beyond description and the stay at Sangla makes it even more memorable. Banjara's owner Rajesh Ojha is an extremely friendly and a great person to meet and talk if your visit coincides wiith his.

I had heard a lot about banjara camp in Sagla and wanted to visit four years back but they had only tented accomodation then and didnt want to experiment in tented accomodation with a small kid. Last year the banjara camp at Sangla opened up their resort with proper rooms so I decided to take a vacation there.
My expectations were already raised by the rave rewiews i had read and on reaching there i fonud out way so. First thing that you find unsual there on reaching is a absence of front desk, instead you find the camp manager or owner there to welcome you. You feel as if you have come to some of your relatives place. The staff is very helpfull and a special compliment is for the cooks they congure up fabolous meals whether himachali or continental or indian.
There are some fabalous walks to keep you from putting on weight and kids just love the place. My son did not want to return even after our 4 night 5 days stay.

Visited Sangla Banjara Camps in last week of June with Family. The place simply takes you another level .No better way to get be in touch with nature. Brilliant surrondings gushing Baspa river on one side ,Snow capped mountains all around.

Stayed in the first floor Retreat Rooms.Very comfortable rooms with nice balcony and attic , furnished in line with hill architecture.

Nice homely food with very friendly staff .

They organize walks with packed lunch.Place is designed totally for outdoor lovers with no televisions,lot of out outdoor activities like river crossing ,rock climbing ,burma bridge for kids.
The whole place has a very friendly feel with common areas for tea and meals designed to be interact with other guest.
The place is run by Capt Ajay Sud and Chandrika who along with Sharad run the place in a very homely and efficient way.- My wife calls them Angels looking after heaven on earth.(Sangla).