Lifestyle Trend: India’s Highest Pickleball Court Just Opened At 9,000 Feet In This Hill Station And Gives You Views Of The Himalayas | Travel News You Should Know

Last Updated:February 10, 2026, 12:39 IST

A new pickleball court in the hills is making travel more playful

India’s Highest Pickleball Court Just Opened At 9,000 Feet And Gives You Views Of The Himalayas

A pickleball court perched over 9,000 feet above sea level isn’t just a quirky addition to a mountain stay! It also affords travellers like us a snapshot of how the Indian travel industry is changing. With the launch of India’s highest pickleball court in Kufri, Zostel Kufri has tapped into one of the fastest-growing lifestyle sports in the country and added more buzz to the already bourgeoning space of experiential and sports travel!

Pickleball, once limited to urban clubs and residential societies, has now become a social glue. It’s quick to learn and specifically designed for interaction, making it really easy to adapt to travel itineraries. In Kufri, the sport now takes place against sweeping Himalayan views, turning a casual game into a shared experience that naturally brings people together.

Zostel Kufri’s new court makes it the only hostel in India with a dedicated pickleball facility, positioning the property as more than just a place to sleep. Located around 45 minutes from Shimla, the hostel is part of Zostel’s broader push toward experience-first mountain destinations, where community and activity are as important as the view outside your window.

That focus is also quite timely, since the push for immersive and experiential travel is almost a given for all aspects of the tourism juggernaut. Valentine’s season travel trends show that couples, and even families, are skipping cliche retreats for cooler climates and interactive stays. Couples and small groups are choosing destinations where they can do more than just drink together; they want to play, explore, and connect without rigid plans. Pickleball fits neatly into that shift: competitive enough to be engaging, relaxed enough to stay fun.

As pickleball continues its rise across India, we are sure travellers will also make their way to add this unique experience to their bucket list. We already had a golf course in the hills, and a cricket stadium. It only makes sense to add what is one of the most exciting sports in the country to this list! And if pickleball can thrive in the Himalayas, it’s safe to say the sport (and this style of travel) is here to stay.