Naukuchiatal

Naukuchiatal is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Kumaon in Uttarakhand. It is known for its breathtaking smoky mountains, 175-foot-deep Nine Corners Lake, paragliding and other adventure activities.

Get in
The lake is 4 km from Bhimtal and 26 km from Nainital.

By rail
The nearest railway station is Kathgodam.

By plane
The nearest airport in Pantnagar just 56 km driving distance from Naukuchiatal.

Get around


Naukuchiatal is nicely connected with the different towns, with buses frequently running.

See








Do
There are opportunities of angling and bird watching in the valley. Other activities include parasailing, paragliding, fishing, rowing, paddling and yachting.


 * Hot air balloon ride


 * Mountain/quad biking One can do enjoy quad biking ride near Naukuchiatal or Lotus (Kamal) Lake.


 * Shikara boating in one of the deepest lakes (185 feet) of Nainital district.


 * Paragliding (There are 12 paragliding points located on the road going to Jungaliagoan)


 * Kayaking
 * Zip River Crossing
 * Rope Cycling
 * Fishing


 * Zorbing


 * Trekking

Drink

 * Whisky, beer and wine shops can be found in Bhimtal market, just 5 km driving distance away.

Go next

 * Bhowali
 * Kathgodam