Uttarakhand, which is commonly referred to as the land of gods, is endowed with an excellent combination of serene lakes, green hills and exhilarating wildlife. The Splendid Uttarakhand- Lakes and Wildlife Tour created by Chetram Holidays is a journey into the beautiful hill stations, lakes and deep forests that are the habitat of exotic wildlife. This is an 8-day tour that can take you to the unimaginable beauty of Nainital, Bhimtal, Ranikhet, and Jim Corbett national park. Be it the smooth sailing over the quiet lakes, trekking through the pine scented valleys or the sighting of beautiful tigers, this is an itinerary that combines tranquillity of nature with adventure. The tour is suited to nature lovers, family, and wildlife enthusiasts as it guarantees comfort, scenic drives, and memorable adventures.
After airport arrival at Nainital, our representative at Chetram Holidays will be waiting to meet and will help check into the hotel. The rest of the day is to enjoy yourself, and what an opportunity to absorb the beauty of the Lake District of India. To relax, in the evening, go to the famous Naini Lake and have a quiet boat ride where the folds of the hills in the water provide a calm and beautiful view. Take a dip in the holy waters of Naina Devi Temple by the lakeside and to round off, enjoy a walk in the vibrant Mall Road where you will find adorable cafes and local shops. It is a peaceful beginning of your lakeshore adventure.
Have a filling breakfast and then visit the beautiful sightseeing points of Nainital. Take the cable car up to Snow View Point to get magnificent views of the Himalayan mountains. Go to the Governor Coal to experience, nature, and adventure blended in one is the Governor Coal combined with Tiffin top and the eco cave gardens. You can visit the seven emerald lakes in the vicinity later including the Sattal and Naukuchiatal which have their own distinct flavour. Conclude the day by taking the night stroll through Thandi Sadak and absorbing the relaxation of the cool lake air.
Post breakfast head towards Bhimtal that is a short but beautiful drive away in Nainital. Bhimtal is a resort town known for its huge lake in the middle of which is a tiny island, and one has an opportunity to take a sail or a boat to relax away from the crowd. See an ancient shrine dedicated to Bhimeshwar Mahadev with strong mythological background, proceed to the local butterfly research centre. The other part of the afternoon is free where you can go to the lakeside and relax or go photographing in the beautiful natural environment.
In the morning drive up to the beautiful cantonment station at Ranikhet, crowned in pine and oak trees. When you get there, register at the hotel and relax before visiting Chaubatia Gardens which is known as an orchard and the sight of Himalayas as well. When you are visiting the old Jhula Devi Temple, you can find the temple of bells. Later, you can unwind by going on an easy nature walk through the green golf course land or just watch the panoramic view of a sunset at Majhkhali. Ranikhet is a charmingly intimate place and the ideal place to escape the hustle of big city life.
Pay a visit to the Kumaon regimental centre museum giving an insight to the military history of the region and then drive down to Bhalu dam, a tranquil picnic spot by the lake. Suitable for people who love a little adventure, there are short hiking trails through pine-scented tracks with occasional views of snow-capped mountains. You will relax during the evening at your hotel to rest in the cool breeze of this mountain.
After breakfast, proceed to drive towards Jim Corbett National Park which is the oldest and the most famous national park in India. When you get to your resort, you are to have a rest and spend the afternoon at leisure. You can go to some other villages in the area at night or have a guided nature walk around to see bird species found in abundance in this area. Enjoy a warm dinner as night falls down listening to the distant sounds of the jungle.
The greenery surrounding Jim Corbett beckons you with an early-morning adventure deep into the jungle in a jeep. The park also has the magnificent Bengal tiger, elephants, deer and more than 600 varieties of birds. You will also take a stroll through the park led by your experienced guide who will provide information concerning the flora and fauna of the park as you discover the diversities of its landscapes. After having breakfast back at the resort you can go to Corbett Museum and Garjia Devi Temple. The balance of the day is free at leisure either to relax by the riverside or enjoying the rest of the resort facilities.
Have one last breakfast and say goodbye to the peaceful mountains and wild woods of Uttarakhand. Our chauffeur will see you off at your next point of departure, carrying with you fond memories of placid lakes, refreshing hill stations and exciting wildlife experiences of your splendid Uttarakhand tour of Lakes and Wildlife Tour
