5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Nainital, Jim Corbett National Park, Ranikhet, and Kausani

  1. Day 1: Nainital
    1 hour 30 minutes (42.1 miles) from Pantnagar Airport

    In the morning, visit Naini Lake, a beautiful lake surrounded by lush green hills. Take a boat ride to enjoy serene views of the lake and mountains. Next, visit Naina Devi Temple, a famous Hindu temple devoted to Goddess Naina Devi, situated on the northern shore of Naini Lake. In the evening, visit Mall Road for some shopping and delicious local cuisine.

  2. Day 2: Jim Corbett National Park
    2 hours 30 minutes (80.9 miles) from Nainital

    Experience the wilderness of India's oldest national park, Jim Corbett National Park. Take a morning jeep safari to get a glimpse of Bengal tigers, Indian elephants, and various flora and fauna species. Visit the Corbett Waterfall, situated on the Kaladungi Road, to enjoy a serene view of the waterfall and surrounding nature. In the evening, visit the Garjiya Devi Temple, a famous Hindu temple situated in the heart of the park.

  3. Day 3: Ranikhet
    2 hours (47.6 miles) from Jim Corbett National Park

    Visit the beautiful hill station of Ranikhet, which offers magnificent views of Himalayan ranges and dense forests. Start your day by visiting the Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum, which showcases the history of the Kumaon Regiment. Next, visit the Jhula Devi Temple, a famous temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, where you will see hundreds of bells hanging all around the temple. In the evening, visit the Chaubatia Gardens, a fruit research center and a beautiful garden, and enjoy the delicious local fruits.

  4. Day 4: Kausani
    2 hours 30 minutes (55.3 miles) from Ranikhet

    Visit the picturesque hill station of Kausani, also known as the Switzerland of India, which offers breathtaking views of snow-capped Himalayas. Start your day by visiting the Baijnath Temple, a famous 13th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Next, visit the Kausani Tea Estate, where you can witness the tea-making process and enjoy delicious tea. In the evening, visit the Anasakti Ashram, which is a famous ashram and museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi.

  5. Day 5: Nainital
    2 hours (44.3 miles) from Kausani

    End your trip in Nainital and visit some of the places that you missed on the first day. You can visit Snow View Point, which offers an amazing view of the Himalayas. You can also visit the Governor's House, which is a historical building built in 1899 and has a beautiful garden. In the evening, visit Tiffin Top, which is a famous viewpoint and picnic spot with a panoramic view of Nainital city.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Naini Lake Boat Ride (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Naina Devi Temple (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Jeep Safari in Jim Corbett National Park (4 hours, INR 4000 per jeep)
  • Corbett Waterfall (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Garjiya Devi Temple (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Jhula Devi Temple (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Chaubatia Gardens (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Baijnath Temple (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Kausani Tea Estate (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Anasakti Ashram (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Snow View Point (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Governor's House (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Tiffin Top (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4450 per person
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