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6-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Nainital, June 2023

  1. Day 1: Nainital Lake
    10 minutes (1.5 km) from Nainital Bus Stand

    Start your day with an early morning boat ride on the serene Nainital Lake. After breakfast, visit the Nainital Zoo, home to various endangered Himalayan wildlife species. In the evening, take a stroll on the Mall Road, the city's busiest shopping area.

  2. Day 2: Naina Devi Temple
    15 minutes (3 km) from Nainital Lake

    Begin your day by offering prayers at the Naina Devi Temple, dedicated to Goddess Sati. After lunch, head to the Tiffin Top viewpoint for a panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks. End your day with a visit to the Snow View Point, accessible by cable car, to watch the sunset.

  3. Day 3: Eco Cave Gardens
    20 minutes (4 km) from Naina Devi Temple

    Spend your morning exploring the Eco Cave Gardens, consisting of six interconnected caves, providing a unique learning experience for kids. After lunch, visit the St. John in the Wilderness Church, an 1844 relic of the British era. In the evening, enjoy a picnic at the Hanuman Garhi temple.

  4. Day 4: Naukuchiatal
    30 minutes (10 km) from Eco Cave Gardens

    Take a day trip to Naukuchiatal, a picturesque lake with nine corners, surrounded by hills and forests. Indulge in boating, paragliding, and kayaking. After lunch, visit the Kainchi Dham Ashram, a spiritual center, and enjoy a peaceful evening by the lake.

  5. Day 5: Bhimtal
    20 minutes (8 km) from Naukuchiatal

    Start your day with a visit to the Bhimtal Lake, the largest lake in the district, surrounded by lush greenery. After lunch, head to the Butterfly Research Center, which houses a wide variety of butterflies. In the evening, visit the G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo, for an up-close experience of the Himalayan wildlife.

  6. Day 6: Mukteshwar
    1 hour 30 minutes (47 km) from Bhimtal

    Take a day trip to Mukteshwar, a serene town famous for the Mukteshwar Temple. After exploring the town, visit the Chauthi Jali viewpoint for a breathtaking view of the valley. End your day with a visit to the Bhalu Gaad Waterfalls, a perfect place for a family picnic.

Recommendations

There are several other local attractions worth visiting, such as the Khurpa Taal, Sariyatal, and Sat Tal lakes. You can also consider taking a cable car ride to the Naini Peak, the highest peak in Nainital, for a panoramic view of the city. For adventure enthusiasts, there are various trekking trails in the nearby hills. To maximize your fun, plan your itinerary in a way that covers nearby attractions in groups and saves travel time. Also, try the local delicacies such as Bhatt ki Churkani, Aloo ke Gutke, and Bal Mithai.

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