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Nainital Escapade: Nature, Adventure, and Serenity

Aashish Kandwal

Aashish Kandwal

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a 5-day journey to Nainital, a paradise nestled in the Himalayas. Immerse yourself in breathtaking Himalaya Darshan, explore the mysterious Eco Cave Park, and seek blessings at the divine Maa Naina Devi Temple. Get ready for high-altitude encounters at G B Pant Zoo and Kainchi Dham Ashram. Cruise along the tranquil Nainital Lake and witness the majestic Woodland Waterfall. Experience serenity at Khurpa Taal and indulge in panoramic views from Snow View and Tiffin Top. Join us on this thrilling escapade!

Day 1Himalaya Darshan, Eco Cave Park, Maa Naina Devi Temple
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$14

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$ 2

Himalaya Darshan
Scenic lookout offering wide panoramas of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan mountains.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
$5
7 - 9 min

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Eco Cave Park
Garden park with shade trees, multiple caves for exploring & a mechanical bull ride.
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
$4
16 - 23 min

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Maa Naina Devi Temple, Nainital
Small Hindu temple near a lake, with colorful shrines & several associated mythological stories.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
$5
Day 2High-Altitude Encounters: G B Pant Zoo and Kainchi Dham Ashram
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$12

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$ 2

G B Pant High Altitude Zoo
Carved on a steep hillside, this zoo is home to a small assortment of mammals & Himalayan birds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$12
32 - 39 min

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Kainchi Dham - Neem Karoli Baba Ashram
Ashram established by a celebrated holy man in a remote environment with river & mountain views.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 3Tranquil Bliss: Nainital Lake
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$0

Nainital Lake
Lake surrounded by hills, offering boating facilities, street-food vendors & mountain views.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
Day 4Majestic Waterfalls and Serene Lakes: Woodland Waterfall and Khurpa Taal
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$10

Woodland water fall nainital
Paid-admission waterfall on a verdant mountainside, with stone steps & basic eateries across a road.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$5
31 - 46 min

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Khurpa Taal
Viewpoints in the mountains overlook this scenic lake that changes color throughout the day.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$5
Day 5Panoramic Views and Serenity: Snow View and Tiffin Top
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$41

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$ 2

Snow View
Mountaintop scenic spot featuring a ropeway to panoramic vistas of snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
8:00 AM - 10:40 AM
$16
8 - 10 min

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Tiffin Top
Scenic mountaintop locale & picnic spot offering horseback rides & views over the Nainital area.
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
$25

Budget breakdown: $82 In total

Activities & Food:$77
Transport:$5