Nainital, Bhimtal and Mukteshwar

Lakes and an orchard ridge in Kumaon.

Length4 days
Starts fromKathgodam
PaceRelaxed
MonthsMar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov

Check before you go: driving times are typical estimates for mountain roads, not live traffic. Confirm road status, opening dates and bookings locally.

Day by day

  1. Day 1: Kathgodam to Nainital. Boating and Mall Road.
    Driving: About 1-1.5 hours · Overnight: Nainital
  2. Day 2: Nainital sights. Snow View, Naina Devi and Tiffin Top.
    Driving: Local · Overnight: Nainital
  3. Day 3: Bhimtal to Mukteshwar. Visit Bhimtal and drive to Mukteshwar for views.
    Driving: About 2-3 hours total · Overnight: Mukteshwar
  4. Day 4: Mukteshwar and return. Chauli Ki Jali, then return.
    Driving: About 2.5-3 hours to Kathgodam · Overnight: Return

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Seasonal alternatives

Winter nights are very cold at Mukteshwar.

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Route map

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Stops

Nainital, Bhimtal and Naukuchiatal, Mukteshwar