Pantnagar Airport 1 hr 47
G B Pant High Altitude Zoo (26 min) Carved on a steep hillside this zoo is home to a small assortment of mammals & Himalayan birds. Naina Peak (52 min) Khurpa Taal (54 min) Viewpoints in the mountains overlook this scenic lake that changes color throughout the day. Neem Karoli Baba Ashram Kainchi Dham (18 min) Ashram established by a celebrated holy man in a remote environment with river & mountain views. Hanuman Garhi (31 min) Built in 1950 this hillside Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman offers sunrise & sunset views. Tiffin Top (39 min) Scenic mountaintop locale & picnic spot offering horseback rides & views over the Nainital area. Shri Maa Naina Devi Temple (32 min) Small Hindu temple near a lake with colorful shrines & several associated mythological stories. Snow View Point (35 min) Observation area with panoramic views of mountains & a temple accessible by cablecar & taxicab. Chauli Ki Jali (1 hr 25) Popular hiking spot & scenic overlook high atop a cliff with a sheer drop & a historic temple. Snow View (36 min) Mountaintop scenic spot featuring a ropeway to panoramic vistas of snow-capped Himalayan peaks. Cave Garden (36 min) Garden park with shade trees multiple caves for exploring & a mechanical bull ride. Bhimtal Lake (17 min) 47.8-hectare lake with a masonry dam built in 1883 home to waterfowl wildlife & many fish species. Naini Peak (53 min) Known as the highest peak in Nainital this destination offers views the Himalayas & town below. Naukuchia Taal (30 min) Surrounded by trees & shrubs this 9-cornered lake is 175 ft. deep & offers boating & fishing. |