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Tiger Camp (Corbett National Park) is located 275 km away from Delhi; 7 km from Ramnagar & 80 km from Kathgodam railway station, this resort offers 10 Deluxe rooms & cottages, 10 standard rooms & cottages, all well furnished and air-conditioned. A well equipped ‘gol ghar’ offers Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine. The lodge offers various 'natural history' activities and is fully geared to handle your wildlife tours in the park. » HOW TO REACH TIGER CAMP, Corbett National Park To get to Tiger Camp, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Delhi via Moradabad, Kashipur and Ramnagar: 6 hours Overnight air-conditioned train # 5311 from Mathura Jn. railway station (departing at 2315 hr.) to Lal Kuan (arriving at 0845 hr.) and then 2½ hr. drive via Kaladungi. - Overnight air-conditioned train # 5013 from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Kathgodam (arriving at 0615 hr.) and then 2 hr. drive via Kaladungi. - Overnight air-conditioned train # 5013A from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Ramnagar (arriving at 0500 hr.) and then ¼ hr. drive to Tiger Camp. |
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» GETTING THERE - Flights to Rajkot (3½ hour-drive) & Bhavnagar (5 hour-drive) from where it is a four-hour drive to Sasan Gir. Flight to Diu (1½ hours) from where it is a two-hour drive to Sasan Gir. - Trains to Junagadh (1¼ hour-drive) & Rajkot (3½ hour-drive) from where there are buses and taxis to Gir. - Ahmedabad is 6 hours away and is also an international airport. Transport can be arranged at an extra cost.
• Day 01: Ahmedabad-Junagadh-Gir National Park Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner Arrive Junagadh by train no. 9221 at 0425 hours (starting previous day from Ahmedabad at 2125 hours). You will be met and transferred to Gir Birding Lodge (60 km / 1½ hours). Morning nature walk and orientation with a guide. Afternoon safari into the park for lion tracking, birding and wildlife viewing. Audio-visual show in the evening followed by dinner. Overnight stay in a cottage. • Day 02: Gir National Park-Junagadh-Ahmedabad Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner Morning safari into the park for lion tracking, birding and wildlife viewing. Afternoon activities (optional, on direct payment): nature walk / jeep safari / crocodile farm visit / Devaliya visit. Drive to Junagadh at 1930 hours to connect overnight train 9222 at 2145 hours (arriving at Ahmedabad at 0525 hours). Overnight in train. Tour Ends. |
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Jungle Lore Birding Lodge lies 15 kilometers away from Nainital in Pangot. Nainital, Kilbury and Pangot have the richest oak, pine and rhododendron forest in the area. This green belt supports an enormous variety of Himalayan birdlife. More than 580 species of birds have been recorded in this belt. The lodge has 3 tastefully designed Himalayan style cottages, a Swiss tent and single room. (www.pangot.com) » HOW TO REACH JUNGLE LORE BIRDING LODGE, Pangot (Nainital) To get to Jungle Lore Birding Lodge, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Delhi via Kathgodam and Nainital: 8 hours· - Drive from Delhi via Ramnagar (Corbett National Park) and Kaladhungi: 7½ hours - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Kathgodam (arriving at 0615 hr.) and then 2 hr. drive to Pangot via Nainital. - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Ramnagar (arriving at 0500 hr.) and then 2½ hr. drive to Pangot via Kaladungi. |
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Kafal House lies 15 kilometers away from Nainital in Pangot. Nainital, Kilbury and Pangot have the richest oak, pine and rhododendron forest in the area. This green belt supports an enormous variety of Himalayan birdlife. More than 580 species of birds have been recorded in this belt. The lodge has 2 small rooms and 2 standard rooms with attached hot showers and western style toilets. (www.himalayanlodges.com)/ » HOW TO REACH KAFAL HOUSE, Pangot (Nainital) To get to Kafal House, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Delhi via Kathgodam and Nainital: 8 hours · - Drive from Delhi via Ramnagar (Corbett National Park) and Kaladhungi: 7½ hours - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Kathgodam (arriving at 0615 hr.) and then 2 hr. drive to Pangot via Nainital. - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Ramnagar (arriving at 0500 hr.) and then 2½ hr. drive to Pangot via Kaladungi.
Trishul Lodge, Majhkhali (Ranikhet): Located 85 km away from Kathgodam railway station & 90 km from Corbett National Park, this lodge offers three tastefully decorated ‘up market’ rooms. The lodge is well furnished with all modern amenities, a kitchen where one can avail the services of our accomplished cook or opt for self-service. One can get magnificent views of the Himalayas from the lodge itself.
To get to Trishul Lodge, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Delhi via Moradabad, Kashipur and Ramnagar: 9 hours - Drive from Delhi via Moradabad, Haldwani and Bhowali: 9 hours - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Kathgodam (arriving at 0615 hr.) and then 3 hr. drive via Bhowali. - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Ramnagar (arriving at 0500 hr.) and then 3 hr. drive to Ranikhet. - Upon reaching Ranikhet drive towards Golf Course and take the road to Majhkhali, drive 800 meters after Wood Villa Resort and turn left as the village market begins (a board that says ‘Nanda Devi Gram’)
Green Glen Lodge (Sat Tal): Located 29 km away from Kathgodam railway station & 18 km from Nainital, this lodge offers five ethnically designed rooms. The lodge is well furnished with all modern amenities, a kitchen where one can avail the services of our accomplished cook. The place is excellent for birding and nature treks. » HOW TO REACH GREEN GLEN LODGE, Saatal To get to Green Glen Lodge, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Delhi via Moradabad, Haldwani and Bhimtal: 7 hours - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Kathgodam (arriving at 0615 hr.) and then 1 hr. drive via Bhimtal. - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Ramnagar (arriving at 0500 hr.) and then 3 hr. drive to Sattal via Haldwani and Bhimtal. - Upon reaching Mehragaon, take the road to Saatal, drive 2 kilometers after the turn and you will see the board on the left side of the road (a board that says ‘Green Glen’) |
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Abbott Mount Cottage (Abbott Mount): Located 165 km away from Kathgodam railway station & 6 km from Lohaghat, this heritage lodge offers four rooms. The lodge is well furnished with independent (not attached) toilets, a kitchen where one can avail the services of our cook. The place is excellent for birding, Himalayan views and nature treks. »HOW TO REACH ABBOTT MOUNT COTTAGE, (near Lohaghat) To get to Abbott Mount, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Nainital via Dhanachuli & Devidhura: 6 hours - Drive from Ranikhet via Almora: 6 hours - Upon reaching Lohaghat drive towards Pithoragarh for 6 km & arrive at Marorakhan. Turn towards Abbott Mount, drive 1½ km and take a sharp ‘U’ turn and drive another ½ km to the lodge. This is the first lodge where the road ends.
Wayfarer Solitaire, Chaukhoni (Ranikhet): Situated 13 km beyond Ranikhet on Kausani road; 110 km from Kathgodam and 110 km from Corbett NP, this place is just the ideal stop over for travelers heading towards Kausani or for visits to Ranikhet & Sheetlakhet. On a clear day the place presents one of the most magnificent views of the Kumaon Himalayas. The hotel offers 8 rooms, all amply furnished. The restaurant serves Indian and Continental cuisine. » HOW TO REACH WAYFARER SOLITAIRE, Ranikhet To get to Wayfarer Solitaire, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Delhi via Moradabad, Kashipur and Ramnagar: 9 hours - Drive from Delhi via Moradabad, Haldwani and Bhowali: 9 hours - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Kathgodam (arriving at 0615 hr.) and then 3 hr. drive via Bhowali. - Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2245 hr.) to Ramnagar (arriving at 0500 hr.) and then 3 hr. drive to Ranikhet. - Upon reaching Ranikhet drive towards Golf Course and take the road to Kausani, drive 9km till you reach Chokhony. Look for the resort on the left hand side of the main road. |
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Wayfarer Retreat, Vijaypur (Chaukori): Situated 28 km beyond Bageshwar and 13 km before Chaukori; 214 km from Kathgodam and 120 km from Ranikhet, the Retreat is just the ideal stop over for travelers heading towards Munsyari and Patal Bhubaneshwar. On a clear day the place presents one of the most magnificent views of the Kumaon Himalayas. The Retreat offers a combination of 6 hill cottage rooms, all amply furnished. The restaurant at Retreat serves Indian and Continental cuisine. » HOW TO REACH WAYFARER RETREAT, Vijaypur (Chaukori) To get to Wayfarer Retreat, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Nainital via Almora and Bageshwar: 6 hours - Drive from Ranikhet via Almora and Bageshwar: 5 hours - Upon reaching Bageshwar drive towards Chaukhori for 27 km and arrive at village Vijaypur. The resort is located at Vijaypur by the highway.
Wayfarer Mountain Resort (Munsyari): Situated in the extreme North around 110 km beyond Vijaypur, 285 km from Kathgodam and 230 km from Ranikhet, and surrounded by the Panch Chulli range, the Mountain Resort is the gateway to the world famous Nanda Devi base camp, Milam and Ralam glaciers. The Resort offers 5 Kumaoni log huts and 5 Swiss cottage tents, all with standard urban comforts amidst total Himalayan splendour. » HOW TO REACH WAYFARER MOUNTAIN RESORT, Munsyari To get to Wayfarer Mountain Resort, one can take any of the following options: - Drive from Nainital or Ranikhet via Almora, Bageshwar & Chaukori to Munsyari: 8 hours - Drive from Vijaypur (Chaukori) via Thal to Munsyari: 4½ hours - Drive from Abbott Mount via Pithoragrah to Munsyari: 6½ hour |
