Nainital Corbett Mussoorie Escape


Picturesque traditional wooden boats floating on the emerald waters of Naini Lake




Package Overview
Experience the best of Uttarakhand’s lakes, wilderness, and colonial hill stations on this 6-day grand circuit. Start in Nainital with peaceful boat rides on crescent-shaped Naini Lake, panoramic views from Snow View Point, and sacred blessings at Naina Devi Temple. Head into the dense Sal forests and riverine grasslands of Jim Corbett National Park for an open-top 4x4 jungle safari tracking Royal Bengal tigers and diverse wildlife. Complete the journey in Mussoorie, taking in the roaring Kempty Falls, historic Gun Hill, and evening walks along Mall Road.
Ideal Months: March to June (Pleasant hills) & Oct to May (Corbett Safari)
Climate & Conditions: Pleasant 15°C–28°C across hill stations; cool 12°C–25°C in Corbett.
💡 Corbett safari permits require passport/Aadhaar details at least 45 days in advance.
Trip Itinerary & Timeline
Arrival in Nainital – Naini Lake Boating & Mall Road
Day 1Arrive at Kathgodam Railway Station. Drive 35 km to Nainital. Check-in at lake-view hotel. Afternoon rowboat or paddleboat ride on the beautiful crescent-shaped Naini Lake surrounded by seven hills. Evening stroll on Mall Road for local shopping and café dining. Overnight in Nainital.
Nainital – Snow View Point, Naina Devi Temple & Eco Cave Garden
Day 2Morning cable car ride to Snow View Point (2,270 m) for snow-capped Himalayan panoramas including Nanda Devi and Trishul peaks. Visit the revered Naina Devi Shakti Peeth temple on the lake's northern shore. Explore Eco Cave Garden's rock formations and the Children's Park. Evening Ropeway return. Overnight in Nainital.
Nainital → Jim Corbett – Jungle Resort Check-in
Day 3Drive 65 km from Nainital to Ramnagar, the gateway to Jim Corbett National Park. Check-in at jungle lodge / resort. Afternoon orientation walk along the Kosi River banks. Briefing for the morning jungle safari. Overnight in Corbett.
Jim Corbett – Open-Top Jeep Safari (Dhikala / Bijrani Zone)
Day 4Early morning 4x4 open-top jeep safari into Dhikala or Bijrani core zone (6:00 AM start). Expert naturalist guide assists in tracking Royal Bengal Tigers, Asian elephants, leopards, mugger crocodiles, and over 600 species of birds in Sal forest and riverine grasslands. Afternoon rest. Optional sunset safari into buffer zones. Overnight in Corbett.
Corbett → Mussoorie – Queen of Hills Arrival
Day 5Drive 140 km from Ramnagar to Mussoorie via Haridwar (4 hrs). Check-in at hill hotel. Walk the famous Mall Road, visit the old Mussoorie Market, and enjoy tea at landmark cafés. Evening walk to Gun Hill for sunset views of the Doon Valley and Shivalik ranges. Overnight in Mussoorie.
Mussoorie – Kempty Falls, Landour & Dehradun Departure
Day 6Morning drive 13 km to the cascading multi-tiered Kempty Falls for a refreshing experience. Return via Landour Clocktower for colonial architecture, old bakeries, and writers' walk. Descend to Dehradun Railway Station or Jolly Grant Airport for departure. Tour concludes.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- ✓Hill Resorts
- ✓Breakfast & Dinner
- ✓Naini Lake Boating
- ✓Corbett Permit
What's Excluded
- ✕Transportation from home city to Kathgodam / Dehradun
- ✕Ropeway cable car tickets to Snow View Point in Nainital or Gun Hill in Mussoorie
- ✕Additional / optional jungle safari slots in Corbett beyond the single included safari
- ✕Lunches, tea breaks, and mid-day snacks
- ✕Kempty Falls ropeway tickets and water activity gear
- ✕Personal expenses, winter room heater charges, and driver tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which Corbett safari zone is included in this package?
Safaris are booked in prominent tourism zones like Bijrani, Jhirna, Dhela, or Garjiya depending on permit availability and season.
Q: Can we request a private boating session on Naini Lake?
Yes, standard rowing and pedal boats are easily accessible at the boat stands with life jackets provided by local operators.
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