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If the mountains of Uttarakhand call out to you, the Kumaon region answers that call like no other. Tucked away in the central Himalayas, Kumaon is a land where ancient temples stand quietly in deodar forests, tea gardens spill down gentle hillsides and the snow-capped peaks of Nanda Devi, Trishul and Panchachuli watch over every valley like silent guardians.
THE PIT STOPS
Ramnagar
This would be our first halt on our way to the spectacular Kumaon Himalayas of Uttarakhand. Situated close to Corbett National Park, Ramnagar is the gateway to Kumaon Himalayas. This small town of Nainital district is known for its scenic beauty, surrounded by lush forests and hills.
What’s in store for you here?
The next day you will enjoy an exciting drive on your way to Kausani on the lush mountain roads with a lunch break at Ranikhet.
Ranikhet
Located in Almora district of Kumaon at an altitude of about 600 feet Ranikhet, which means “Queen's Meadow”, is a charming hill station located in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. At Ranikhet you will get to visit the Chaubatia Garden and the beautiful Golf Course surrounded by stately pine trees.
What’s in store for you here?
Ranikhet is a place of legends. Once upon a time, Queen Padmini of Kumaun was in love with this tiny hill paradise. King Sudhardev had to oblige her by building a palace here and naming this place ‘Ranikhet’, the queen’s field. There is no trace of this palace now but the soothing surroundings and weather conditions makes Ranikhet a suitable stop for lunch break on our journey to Kausani.
Kausani
Perched at a height of 6200 feet, Kausani takes you back to a time that you never knew existed. The town is so slow and laidback, you’d think the sun doesn’t want to set. Although at Kausani there are no ‘things to do’ and no ‘must-see places’, there is just breathtaking beauty as far as your eyes can see.
What’s in store for you here?
During your stay in Kausani you will get to visit its unique open-air 'planetarium', the tea factory and Anashakti Ashram where Mahatma Gandhi spent some time in 1929.
You will also visit Gwaldam, a quaint Himalayan hamlet that offers mesmerizing view of the Himalayan peaks.
Gwaldam
Gwaldam is situated on the border of Garhwal and Kumaon hills in district Chamoli. This quaint hamlet is set amidst dense jungle and apple orchards, the hamlet of Gwaldam offers fascinating view of the Himalayan peaks. Gwaldam also has a beautiful small lake beyond which you can see the snow-capped peaks and mountain slopes covered with thick Devdars.
What’s in store for you here?
The drive from Kausani to Gwaldan is one of the most exhilarating mountain drives you can experience.
Chaukori
Sitting at a height of about 6,600 feet, Chaukori is not just another hill station, but it is for the very few, who want to be there, in the majestic proximity of the Himalayas for an uninterrupted view of the Nanda Devi & Panchchuli peaks.
What’s in store for you here?
Chaukori is one of only a few locations in Kumaon where tea gardens are found. It is one of Uttarakhand's secret gems and has remained unspoilt over the years due to limited tourist activity. You will get to explore Kumaon’s traditions and rustic lifestyle up-close at Chaukori. If you love to spend your time in some hilly areas away from the hustle and bustle of urban life but also hate those overcrowded hill stations, then this is the place for you!
Mukteshwar
Surrounded by oak forests, fruit orchards, and panoramic Himalayan peaks, Mukteshwar is one of the most peaceful hill stations located not too far away from Nainital. It gets its name from a 350 year old Lord Shiva temple. This region of Kumaon holds a very special place in history — it was here that the legendary hunter and naturalist Jim Corbett roamed the forests, tracking the man-eating tigers and leopards that had terrorised the hill villages around Mukteshwar for years. His deep love for these forests eventually transformed him into one of India’s greatest conservationists, and walking through the same forests today you can feel why this land captured his heart so completely.
What’s in store for you here?
You will get an experience of camping in an orchard at Mukteshwar in cozy tents with all basic comforts.
Nainital
Nainital will be the last overnight pit-stop on this road trip which is just about 50 kms away from Mukteshwar. Although Nainital is one of the most frequented hill stations of India, it makes for an ideal stopover before you exit Kumaon to enjoy a bit of touristy hustle-bustle and enjoying your evening in one of the cafes in its famous Mall Road.
What’s in store for you here?
Apart from visit to the sacred Naina Devi temple you can enjoy a boat ride in Naini Lake and exploration of the high-altitude zoo that shelters some rare Himalayan fauna.
PLEASE NOTE
Indian nationals need Inner Line Permit (I.L.P) and foreign nationals need Restricted Area Permit (R.A.P) to visit Arunachal Pradesh. Assistance in procuring these shall be provided by us.
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