5-Day Adventure Trip from Pune to Nainital and Jim Corbett with Scenic Return

Day 1: Travel & Arrival

Pune to Nainital, India on May 10, 2025

6:00AM

Depart from Pune

Start your journey early with a flight from Pune to Delhi, approximately 2.5 hours in duration.
INR5000, 2h30m

9:00AM

Drive to Nainital

After arriving at Delhi airport, embark on a 7-hour scenic drive to Nainital through the Himalayas.
INR3000, 7h0m

5:00PM

Check-in and Relax

Settle into your hotel in Nainital and rest after the travel. Recommended stay: The Naini Retreat.
Variable, Rest of day

7:30PM

Dinner at Machan

Enjoy local Kumaoni cuisine amidst nature at Machan, open till 10 PM.
INR700, 1h30m

Day 2: Nainital Exploration

Nainital, India on May 11, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Sakley's Restaurant

Try their famous omelets and fresh juices in a cozy ambiance; opens at 7:30 AM.
INR300, 1h

9:30AM

Boat Ride at Naini Lake

Relax with a serene 1-hour boat ride on the scenic Naini Lake to enjoy mountain views.
INR200, 1h

11:00AM

Visit Snow View Point

Take a cable car to Snow View Point for breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas; operational till 5 PM.
INR250, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at The Boat House Club

Enjoy multi-cuisine dishes with a lakefront view; open till 3 PM.
INR800, 1h

2:30PM

Explore Nainital Market

Spend afternoon shopping for local handicrafts and trying street snacks.
Free, 2h

6:30PM

Dinner at Kumaoni Rasoi

Sample authentic Kumaoni thali in a traditional setting; dinner service until 9 PM.
INR600, 1h30m

Day 3: Travel to Jim Corbett

Nainital to Jim Corbett National Park, India on May 12, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Early breakfast before the drive to Jim Corbett; enjoy fresh, energizing meals to start the day.
Included in hotel, 1h

8:00AM

Drive to Jim Corbett National Park

Travel approximately 3.5 hours through scenic roads to reach Jim Corbett.
INR1500, 3h30m

12:00PM

Check-in and Lunch

Check into a forest resort like Corbett Riverside Resort, enjoy buffet lunch from 12 to 2 PM.
Variable, 2h

2:30PM

Visit Corbett Museum

Explore the museum to learn about the man who inspired the park; open till 5 PM.
INR100, 1h30m

5:00PM

Relax at Resort

Unwind in nature, take a short nature walk or enjoy resort amenities.
Free, Rest of evening

7:30PM

Dinner at Resort

Enjoy dinner featuring North Indian specialties at the resort's restaurant.
INR600, 1h30m

Day 4: Jim Corbett Safari

Jim Corbett National Park, India on May 13, 2025

5:30AM

Morning Safari

Join a 3-4 hour jungle safari in a designated zone to spot tigers, elephants and birds; pre-book is essential.
INR1500, 4h

10:00AM

Breakfast at Resort

Relax and recharge with a hearty breakfast after the safari.
Included in stay, 1h

11:30AM

Nature Walk and Bird Watching

Enjoy a guided walk to experience the forest flora and fauna; best from 11:30 AM to 1 PM.
INR300, 1h30m

1:30PM

Lunch

Have a relaxed lunch at the resort sampling fresh local ingredients.
Included, 1h

3:00PM

Visit Garjia Temple

Short afternoon excursion to this famous temple on the banks of the Kosi River.
Free, 2h

6:30PM

Dinner at Resort

Enjoy a peaceful dinner with the sounds of the jungle at night.
INR600, 1h30m

Day 5: Return to Pune

Jim Corbett to Pune, India on May 14, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast and Checkout

Early breakfast and prepare for departure back to Delhi airport.
Included, 1h

8:00AM

Drive to Delhi Airport

Approximately 5-hour drive to reach Delhi International Airport from Jim Corbett.
INR1800, 5h

1:00PM

Lunch near Delhi Airport

Quick lunch at Delhi airport lounges or nearby restaurants before flight.
INR500, 1h

3:00PM

Flight from Delhi to Pune

Catch an afternoon flight back to Pune, about 2.5 hours duration.
INR5000, 2h30m

5:30PM

Arrive Pune

End of itinerary with safe arrival back home.
Free, End