The harsh summer sun is hot enough to melt your popsicle within five seconds. It also melts away your hopes to keep yourself cool in the process. Not every place has to be insufferable during the summers, though. We’ve found five best and offbeat destinations that you can visit during summer vacation in April and not battle the strong sun.
Top 5 Offbeat Summer Destinations In India
- Netarhat, Jharkhand
- Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
- Masinagudi, Tamil Nadu
- Khajjiar, Himachal Pradesh
- Ladakh
1. Netarhat, Jharkhand
At a distance of 156 km from the capital city of Ranchi, Netarhat is a town that’s known as the Queen of Chotanagpur. On your way to the destination, you’ll cross about seven hills, all of them picturesque in their way. Netarhat is the highest point of the Chotanagpur Plateau and a destination that has been under the radar.
It’s a great spot to get back in touch with nature. You can watch an amazing sunrise/sunset from Magnolia Point. There are numerous waterfalls also that you can marvel at. Being a hill station, Netarhat is a destination where you want to unwind away from the city’s hotchpotch and the unbearable heat.
Temperature In April: 32°C to 21°C
2. Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
Tucked in the northeastern state of Meghalaya, Cherrapunji is considered to be one of the wettest places in India and is ideal for those wanting to enjoy nature during their summer vacation. Having so much rainfall, it’s also home to roaring waterfalls. If you want to spend your summer vacations embracing nature, the flora and fauna will tickle your fancy.
Mawlynnong, Asia’s cleanest village, is also nestled in Cherrapunji. You can even witness the renowned living root bridge (no, it doesn’t tangle its roots around you) and explore the caves nearby such as the Mawsmai Caves and Krem Phyllut.
Temperature In April: 23°C to 13°C
3. Masinagudi, Tamil Nadu
An hour’s drive away from Ooty, Masinagudi is where you want to go if you have a passion for wildlife. The Bandipur Tiger Reserve is a popular hotspot and you surely shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to meet some fierce tigers.
Apart from the tiger reserve, you can also get an adrenaline rush at Mudumalai National Park. For a more relaxed part of the vacation, you can unwind at Moyar River and visit the Nilgiri Tea Plantations.
Temperature In April: 34°C to 22°C
4. Khajjiar, Himachal Pradesh
Skip the mainstream Dalhousie and travel 20 km to Khajjiar and witness nature at its best. You won’t even realize that it’s April and summer as you have a riot of fun with adventure activities like paragliding and zorbing. Don’t forget to visit Khajjiar Lake, an amazing lake surrounded by a green landscape.
Your view? You’ll get to see the Kailash Parbat and lush green meadows! There are even influences of the Rajputs and Mughals, something you’ll witness when you visit the Khajji Nag temple.
Temperature In April: 19°C to 5°C
5. Ladakh
If you want to see heaven without actually passing away, Ladakh is the perfect destination for you! Especially during the summer month of April because the temperature is ideal for tourists to visit without having to turn into a snowman. Ladakh is famously known as India’s Own Moonland. Despite being covered in a white blanket of snow, you’ll see vibrant colors everywhere.
From stunning Gompas to red-robed monks, to colorful prayer flags – Ladakh is a very welcoming destination. You can go river rafting or soak in the Tibetan culture, a trip to Ladakh will surely be memorable! Oh, and the food will have you drooling the entire time.
Temperature In April: 12°C to -1°C
Summing Up
These destinations in April are amazing for summer vacation. Every place offers an interesting part of nature and envelopes you with pleasant winds.
FAQs
How Is Coorg In April?
Coorg in April is pleasant with a temperature that fluctuates between 27°C to 16°C.
Why To Not Visit Goa In April?
Even though the waters are cool in the summer, the beaches can get extremely hot in the month of April.
