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A Traveler’s Paradise – Nainital and Corbett

Cities : Nainital/Bhimtal (3N), Corbett National Park (2N)
Accommodation
- 3 Night(s) in Nainital/ Bhimtal at The Pavilion/ Hotel Royal Heritage - Hotel in Nainital/ Mountoria Retreat or similar
- 2 Night(s) in Corbett National Park at The Banyan Retreat/ Pratiksha River Retreat or similar
Sightseeing
- Corbett National Park
- Nainital Zoo
- Mall Road, Nainital
- Tiffin Top
- Cable Car - Aerial Ropeway
- Naina Devi Temple
- Raj Bhawan
- Naini Lake
Flight and transport
- All transfers & sightseeing by private ac vehicle (ac will not work in hilly area)
Meals
- 5 Breakfast
- 5 Dinner
- Hotel Included
- Sightseeing Included
- Meal Included
- Private Vehicle Included
- The Safari for the National Park is at optional cost & it needs to be booked by the clients themselves thru the concern government website of the particular national park.
- It is advisable to book the safari immediately after the hotel booking is done because the safari slots are subject to availability & during peak season it gets booked well in advance.
- Only the Nagarhole National Park ( Kabini Safari ) & Bandipur Safari has to be booked directly at the hotel at the time of check-in.
Day wise travel itinerary
- Day 1 :Delhi - Nainital - (297 Kms, 7 Hrs)Arrive at Delhi Airport /Railway station, meet and greet by our assistance and drive to Nainital. Nainital: Nainital is the gem of Uttarakhand - One of the most popular and exquisite hill station on the Kumaon hills. It derives its name from Naini Lake. This lake with more other lakes makes it to earn the title of 'City of Lakes’. This quaint little town experiences a pleasant climate throughout the year. Nainital has everything for every tourist, you name it you’ll get it, like beautiful weather, lakes, adventure, food, shopping that too with quality. On arrival check into the hotel/Resort. Dinner & overnight stay at Nainital.
- Dinner
- Day 2 :Nainital/BhimtalToday morning after breakfast take a sightseeing trip to Sat Tal (Optional Cost) – located at Lower Himalayan Range near Bhimtal, Nakuchiyatal (Optional Cost) – also known as lake of nine corners, BhimTal Lake- is a lake in the town of Bhimtal.Nainital Zoo: A high-altitude home for wild animals, Nainital Zoo is 2100m above the sea level. It is also known as Pt. GovindBallabh Pant High Altitude Zoo. It houses animals like Tibetan wolves, leopard cat, Sambar, Lady Amherst pheasant, red jungle fowl, and rose-ringed parakeet. Situated in Tallital.Timings: 10:00 am – 4:30 pmEntry fee: INR 50 per person adult, INR 20 per child.Enjoy mall road - Nainital is famous for handmade candles. Collecting candles of varied forms, shapes and sizes is one among the best things to try and do in Nainital. The locals make amazing candles here – designs and patterns that you have never seen. Don’t forget to buy some and include them in your home décor.Return to the hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Nainital.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Day 3 :Nainital/BhimtalToday morning after breakfast enjoy resort. Later visit to Tiffin top: Catch a glimpse from Tiffin Top, a peak in Nainital and witness the most awe-inspiring sight. The place is only about 4 km from the heart of Nainital and makes for a wonderful trek. You can also enjoy a pony ride to go there.Nainital Rope way: The rope way takes you to small peaks in Nainital and also gives you a bird’s eye view of the hill station. It should definitely be given a shot if you love high rise views. The cable car runs from Mallital to Snow View.Naina Devi Temple: Spend some quiet time here; you will surely come back refreshed. The Naina Devi Temple is dedicated to goddess Naina Devi, who is believed to govern the Naini Lake. It is believed to be one of the 64 Shakti peeth’s in India.Timings: 04:00 am – 10:00 pm.Raj Bhawan: This Nainital Governor’s House gives a feel of Buckingham Palace London and is a treat to visit, mostly if you are a lover of museums. The two-storey mansion contains around 113 rooms, but visitors are only allowed in its vast lawns and within the 18-hole course within its premises. Constructed by the British in 1924, the golf course is around a scenic forest, and is home to many rare species of flora and fauna.NainiLake: This picture-perfect region of nature is dotted with many lakes, but the Naini Lake is the most popular gorgeous lake in Nainital. The lake is pear-shaped and it reflects the color of beautiful surrounding green hills. You can explore the lake from one end to another. Boating, yachting and paddling activities are available here. Watch the picture-perfect peaceful views of the sunset and enjoy the cool breeze from the lake.Return to the hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Nainital.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Day 4 :Nainital/Bhimtal – Corbett - (65 Kms, 2 hrs)Today morning after breakfast check out and drive to Corbett. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand, Jim Corbett is the oldest National Park in India. Enroute visit Garjiya Devi temple which is one of the most Calm and holy place near Jim Corbett. One can instantly feel the inner peace as soon as they reach the temple premises. It is one of the most ancient temples, which is named after “Mata Garjiya Devi” and is situated beside River Kosi offering mesmerizing panoramic view of mountains, trees and a wonderful calmly flowing river. Visiting this temple on Kartik Poornima is considered as most auspicious. It is said that on this day, your wishes will get fulfilled if you offer true prayer and seek blessings. Jim Corbett National Park - is a part of the larger Corbett Tiger Reserve, a Project Tiger Reserve lies in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The magical landscape of Corbett is well known and fabled for its tiger richness. Established in the year 1936 as Hailey National Park, Corbett has the glory of being India's oldest and most prestigious National Park. Its whole area comprises of hills, marshy depressions, riverside belts, grasslands and large lake.Zones: Essentially, there are 6 different zones in Jim Corbett National Park with a few premium zones that change the cost depending upon the zone. You can choose a particular zone as per your wish.There are 02 types of safaris done.Jeep safari: Jeep is a four wheeler vehicle permitted to enter through all buffer zones of the park. It is the most popular way because Jeep is smaller in size when compared with canter that takes you easily some of the unexplored and hidden corners of the jungleJeep Safari are often done in tourism zones like Bijrani, Jhirna, Durgadevi, Dhela and Sitabani.Canter safari: Canter safari is only available if one is staying in the Dhikala zone (booking to be done only through tourism website) to the most inhabited region by the Royal Bengal Tigers, canter safari is the only option. Canter is also conducted in two shifts by Corbett forest officials. On arrival check into the hotel. Freshen up & proceed for a nature walk along the Kosi River. This area is bird watcher’s paradise. Evening is free for leisure activities. Dinner &Overnight stay at Corbett.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Day 5 :CorbettThose who are interested for safari can do a morning and afternoon safari.Safari Details:Visitors can book online Jeep Safari or Canter Safari for five different zones of the park namely Bijrani, Jhirna, Dhikala, Dhela and Durgadevi. All the procedures of Safari Booking at Corbett are managed by the forest officials as per the guidelines of India's forest department. Please note that we cannot influence the safari zone, safari driver and the naturalist guide as it is not in our hand. It is solely decided by the forest officials. Though all the zones have healthy population of tigers and wildlife sightings are reported more or less same.These all aspects are managed by the automated computerized system to ensure the equal distribution of safari vehicles in respective zones.Return back to the Hotel/ Resort. Dinner & Overnight stay at Corbett.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Day 6 :Corbett – Delhi Departure - (232 Kms, 5 Hrs 30 Minutes)Today morning after breakfast check out early and drive to Delhi to have your connecting Flight/Train for your home town with wonderful memories of beautiful destination.(The itinerary changes as per your time, schedule and the hotel area which you stay in)(Entry fees & activity cost to be paid directly wherever applicable)
- Breakfast
Places you'll visit

Sightseeing

Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India known for housing the endangered Bengal tiger. Corbett National Park is part of the larger Corbett Tiger Reserve which is set amidst the foothills of the Himalayas in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. It houses a variety of flora and fauna including rare ones such as tigers and is a treat for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.Famous for its wildlife safaris, Jim Corbett National Park is one of the few tiger reserves in India which allows overnight stays. Home to more than 650 species of rare and migratory birds, it is a haven for bird watchers. The most popular attraction at Corbett National Park is Dhikala, a forest lodge located on the border of Patil Dun Valley, which is known for the stunning location and rich wildlife.The Jim Corbett National Park was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park and is named after Jim Corbett who is a famous hunter and naturalist. It was the first place where Project Tiger was launched in 1973. The park is spread over an area of more than 500 sq km and is divided into 5 zones: Bijrani, Dhikala, Jhirna, Domunda and Sonanandi to promote tourism.Permits are required for a specific zone and the safari is allowed only in that zone. Only 180 vehicles are allowed to enter the national park in a day. Jim Corbett National Park remains closed from July to October during the monsoons. However, Jhirna, Dhela and Sitabani tourism zones remain open for tourists throughout the year.
Gallery
- Corbett National Park
- Nainital Zoo
- Nainital Mall Road
- Tiffin Top
- Cable Car - Aerial Ropeway
- Naina Devi Temple
- Raj Bhawan
- Naini Lake
- Corbett National Park
- Nainital Zoo
Hotels

The Pavilion or similar

Hotel Royal Heritage - Hotel in Nainital or similar
Mountoria Retreat or similar
Optionals

Eco Cave Garden
Eco Cave Garden

Paragliding in Naukuchiatal
Paragliding in Naukuchiatal

Cable Car Ropeway Aerial
Cable Car Ropeway Aerial
Opening Time : 10:00 AM
Closing Time : 04 :00 PM
Aerial ropeway is one of the extensive tourist attractions in Nainital. With hundreds of tourists flying each day, the aerial Ropeway carries from Mallital to Snow View Point, one of the popular places to visit in Nainital. This three-minute ride is nothing short of a dream as it gives you the best bird eye-view of Nainital city and Naini lake.
The aerial ropeway is built in association with Swiss technology with a state-of-the-art position and view. The ropeway has to be climbed both up and down, giving travellers an excellent panoramic view of the surroundings.
Exclusion :
1. Vehicle cost
2. Cable car charges
Important Note :
1. The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
2. The cost of sightseeing is given for reference and planning purposes only. The same has to be paid directly on spot.
3. The Given Cost for Cable car is Estimated. You will need to pay the exact cost directly at the counter.
4. The vehicle is not allowed on the mall road, so the vehicle will drop at the parking place and one has to walk to the ropeway counter.
Raj Bhawan
Raj Bhawan
Important Note :
1. The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
2. The cost of sightseeing is given for reference and planning purposes only. The same has to be paid directly on spot.

Nainital Zoo
Nainital Zoo
Opening Time : 10:00 AM
Closing Time : 04:00 PM
Tourists seeking to know more about wildlife in Himalaya then Pt. GB Pant High Altitude Zoo, locally called Lion's Stalk, is the best place to visit. Situated at an altitude of 2100 meters, Pt. GB Pant High Altitude Zoo is the first zoological park in the Uttarakhand region. Spread over an area of 4.6 hectares, it is home to several endangered species. The zoo is divided into different sections, where some people can name animals like Himalayan Back Bear, Himalayan Civet, Tibetan Wolf, Barking Fear, Goral, Cheer Pheasant, White Pea Foul to name a few. The Nainital Zoo park has been providing the best wildlife experience since 1995. The Nainital zoo is 2 km from Tallital Bus Stop and can be reached by hopping in a shared jeep.
Events Happening at Nainital Zoo :
1. World environment day, 5th June
2. Wildlife week, 1st to 7th October
3. Ozone layer conservation day, 16th September
4. Zoo foundation day
5. The programs include zoo visiting, painting, quizzes, debate competition etc. This outreach program sensitizes students towards the issues related to wildlife and animals.
Approx. Entry Fees :
INR 50 per adult
INR 20 per child below 12 years
INR 25 for still camera
INR 200 for a professional video camera.
Important Note :
1. The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
2. The cost of sightseeing is given for reference and planning purposes only. The same has to be paid directly on spot.
3. Free entry is provided for Senior Citizens and Disabled People.
4. Students get free entry on World Environment Day, Zoo Foundation Day, Ozone Day and through Wild Life Week
5. The zoo remains closed on Holi, Diwali, Republic Day and Independence Day.
6. There is quite alot of walking within the zoo.
7. Carry water bottles travelling with kids

Naina Devi Temple
Naina Devi Temple
Opening Time : 06:00 AM
Closing Time : 10 :00 PM
Aarti Timings : 7:00 am in the Morning and 7:00 pm in the Evening (subject to change)
Standing on a bank of the beautiful Naini Lake is the Naina Devi Temple, a famous Indian shrine and one of the 51 Shaktipeeths of India. Located on the banks of the lake, it is also a beautiful tourist destination.
The Naina Devi temple gets its name from the legend that the eyes (Nayan) of Goddess Sati fell on this spot when Lord Vishnu cuts her body into 51 different parts. Infact, the lake (Naini lake) & the entire city (Nainital) and the Naini temple, all three are named after the legend.
The Naina Devi Temple is evaluated to be one of the holiest temples in the country. The great Shivalik range of the Himalayas surrounds the city and the temple is protected by the highest peak Mt. Nanda Devi who is considered to be the sister of Naina Devi.
During the months of August and September falls Nanda Ashtami which is celebrated across the Kumaon region. The festival marks the celebration and worship of Nanda Devi, which is the highest peak of western Himalayas.
Important Note :
1. The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
2. The cost of sightseeing is given for reference and planning purposes only. The same has to be paid directly on spot.

Bhim Tal
Bhim Tal

Half day trip to Pangot for bird lovers
Half day trip to Pangot for bird lovers

Naini Lake
Naini Lake
Opening Time : 06:00 AM
Closing Time : 06:00 PM
Naini Lake topology has two parts – Mallital towards the north and Tallital towards the Southern part. This natural fresh water lake is charming and many worlds’ prominent writers explained its beauty in the words of their poems. Exciting Naini Lake has also attracted many writers and creative personalities towards it. Nainital is also called as Naini Lake; it is surrounded by seven hills which are known as Ayarpata, Cheena Peak, and Laria Kanta. The picturesque Naini Lake has an abundant aquatic life and its surrounding are ideal for animals and birds to flourish. A visit to Nainital is incomplete without a boat ride on Naini Lake. Naini lake spring to life during the as this is when the lake hosts the famous boast riding festival. Visitor’s adore to explore dazzling lake on boat provided by Nainital boat club. A tourist finds ample opportunity for shopping near Nainital Lake on famous Mall Road.
Tourists who are planning a trip to Nainital can reach Naini Lake by walking or taking a rickshaw from the main bus stand.
Facts about Naini Lake :
- The Naini lake form the base of crown peaked by 7 hilltops.
- You can avail the supreme hospitality offered by Nainital Boat Club. It provides Yachting facility at the lake.
- Every year in the month of June, the Annual Kingfisher Yachting Competition is held at the Naini lake.
- During the months of October and November, a Kumaon festival is organized by the Tourism Department every year.
- The lake is naturally pear-shaped or mango shaped
- There are three other popular lakes which are located nearby- Naukuchiyatal Lake, Bhimtal Lake and Sattal lake
Important Note :
1. The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
2. The cost of sightseeing is given for reference and planning purposes only. The same has to be paid directly on spot.
3. The vehicle is not allowed on the mall road, so the vehicle will drop at the parking place and one has to walk to the Naini Lake.

Naukuchiya Tal
Naukuchiya Tal

Sat Tal
Sat Tal

St John Church
St John Church

Tiffin Top
Tiffin Top
Opening Time : 08:00 AM
Closing Time : 05:30 PM
A popular picnic spot in Nainital, Tiffin Top (also known as Dorothy's Seat) is located on Ayarpatta hill, offers a magnificent 360 degree view of the Nainital town and surrounding hills of kumaon region. Apart from a picnic spot amidst the calm and serene environment, Tiffin Top is a delight for photographers. It should be visited by those who enjoy the nature’s calling and love capturing the divine beauty of nature in photographic shots. Tiffin Top is the name assigned after people used to have day lunch at top of hill on Dorothy's Seat. From Tiffin Top visitors can witness birds eye view of beautiful Nainital city and nearby Kumaon hills. As Tiffin Top is at 4 kms from Nainital town, many tourists also enjoy the easy hike to Tiffin Top or sometimes ride on the ponies, which easily available from Mall Road.
The Tiffin Top is also known as Dorothy’s seat. Mrs. Dorothy Kellet was the wife of a British Army Officer, Col J.P. Kellet. Col Kellet built this stone bench in memory of his wife who was killed in a plane crash when she had gone to see their children. This hilltop resembles the love and dedication of a husband towards his wife.
Activities at the Tiffin Top :
1. Hiking & Trekking
2. Pony ride
One can either trek for 4 to 5 kms, uphill or can take a pony ride to reach to the Top. One can cover many other surrounding scenic points with the same pony ride . (The cost is negotiable at the place)
Exclusion :
1. Vehicle cost
2. Pony Ride
Important Note :
1. The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
2. The cost of sightseeing is given for reference and planning purposes only. The same has to be paid directly on spot.
3. Approx. pony ride can be INR 500-700 per person to this point
- Land Package
- Private Vehicle
- Standard Hotel
per person