Naukuchiatal, located at the foothills of the Kumaon Mountains is the nine cornered lake and a weekend getaway around Delhi is situated at an altitude of 1,219 m and just 24 km from Nainital, 25 kms from Nainital and 4 kms from Bhimtal. Also spelt Naukuchiyatal, it is the deepest lake in the Lake District of Nainital. The Lake Resort in Naukuchiatal is set amidst 70 acres of dense oak forest and is famous for its peaceful and serene settings offering a panoramic view of Naukuchiatal Lake. The Lake Resort offers lake view from all the rooms and a multitude of activities and great sightseeing options like Bhimtal, Nainital & Sattal. It is believed that Naukuchiatal dates back to the Mahabharata when the Pandavas came to Naukuchiatal and Bhimtal during their days of banishment. Naukuchiatal is also famous for a local belief as per which you can attain Nirvana if you see all nine corners of Naukuchiatal Lake from a Single Point.
Naukuchiatal is perhaps the most picturesque lake in Uttaranchal, surrounded by green slopes and oak forests. Naukuchiatal or the 'nine-cornered lake' is fed by an underwater spring. It is believed by the locals that whoever sees all the nine corners of the lake at one shot, attains Nirvana. It is the perfect place to find peace and solace from all the crowd and pollution of the cities. A place that ensures a calm, quiet and relaxed atmosphere during your entire stay. A beautiful place with herd of pretty lakes and enchanting nature, and a hilly terrain – the recipe for a perfect holiday. Pretty views of terraced fields and meadows make this lake destination an enjoyable stopover. Although the lake is the prime attraction here, there are more activities for tourists such as angling, trekking, bird-watching and paragliding.
Climate: The best season to visit Naukuchiatal is between the months of March to August and October to November.
Distance: It is located at a distance of 300 km from Delhi.
By Train: The nearest railway station is located at Kathgodam which is 35 Kms away at south of Naukuchiatal.
By Bus: The easiest way to go by road is to go via Delhi which is 300 kms from Naukuchiatal.
What to see and what to do:
Naukuchiatal Lake: It is the most important attraction that one must visit during their stay here. A deep blue lake with all its purity providing you calmness and quietness.
Jungliagaon: It is located 8 kms from Naukuchiatal and is a a good get away for those whose enjoy fishing. One can also enjoy mountain biking and enjoy spending time with the flora and fauna around in the hills.
Mornings are beautiful with colorful birds flying into Naukuchiatal. It being an idyllic location to enjoy the captivating compilations of rare butterflies and colorful parade of Himalayan birds.
Special treks are also arranged to Jandhidhar.
Nainital is around option which one can explore while one is in Naukuchiatal.
Another equally beautiful and exotic excursion would be Bhimtal which is a small island and the beauty of the lake surrounding it is just mesmerizing. The lake is the largest one in Nainital.
Boating through the lakes and enjoying the nature bathing in its own beauty is a delightful scene.
Naukuchiatal also enchants tourists with its rare adventurous activity of parasailing.
Hotels in Naukuchiatal:
1. The Lake Resort, Naukuchiatal
Accommodation options at the Naukuchiatal Lake Resort are spread across three blocks. The main block built in an arc shape houses 20 tastefully furnished deluxe rooms. This accommodation block is two-tiered and is flanked in the front by a terraced garden.
A hundred meters to the east of the main block is the Middle Court. A cornucopia of colours and its proximity to the lake make the 4 double beds here a preferred stay option for many. A little away, on the right is the Hunting Lodge. This accommodation unit provides 4 secluded double-beds, again with the Lake Naukuchiatal in close vicinity.
In addition to these 30 deluxe rooms, there is one exclusive Suite for those looking for a mix of style and comfort. The suite consists of a living area, a bedroom with a large bay window offering a great view of the pretty outside and a sit-out area.
2. The Lake Village at Village Chunoti, Boat Stand, Naukuchiatal, District. Nainital, Uttaranchal
The Lake Village with its beautiful location set in hand sculpted gardens dreamily overlooks the lake to the front and boldly touches the hill to the sides. Our village is inspired by the Tarai architecture blending local materials covered with thatched verandahs & roofs to give you the lazy charm of a scripted village.
A truly comfortable residence complete with two large rooms, drawing-dining, pantry, spacious verandah, huge terrace & a personal garden. All this nestled in the quaint valley of staring straight into the true landscape of lake.
Large round residence built in traditional style with modern layout boasts of an independent verandah overlooking the central garden & the main lawns, the personal terrace Gazebo overlooks the lake.
A room with seating area and bay windows, A personal garden leading to the main lawns overlooking the waterfall and the swimming pool is all we have to offer in this spacious log hut.
These ultra luxurious & spacious tents have been pitched to give you the feel of how the great explorers lived, dared and passionate to find those little pieces of heaven on earth for centuries.
Restaurant: THE SPICE BOWL: Fine dine Restaurant with an all round lake view offer favorite Indian recipes with selective continental & Chinese dishes perfected to your taste
3. Club Mahindra Dancing Waters Resort at Village: Bohra Gaon, PO: Naukuchiatal, District. Nainital – 263136.
Club Mahindra Dancing Waters Resort is spread over 3.5 acres of land, facing the lake and surrounded by lush green mountains. The resort is fitted with the modern amenities, and offers the most comfortable stay in the midst of Mother Nature. The nearest railhead is Kathgodam (30 kms south) and Haldwani (40 kms).
Facilities & Services:
Travel desk service
Running hot and cold water
Safe Deposit Lockers
Telephone with direct dialling
Television in the room with satellite channels
Sight Seeing, Mountain Trekking, Forest Trail, Bonfire, Rock climbing, Repelling, River crossing, Paragliding (seasonal – October to June), Mountain cycling, Boating, Bird watching, Horse Riding
4. Déjà Vu Home stay, Naukuchiatal is a lake house in the hill; windows open out onto the mountains with its terrace decking out over the Himalayas and Naukuchiatal’s shimmering waters. This home away from home lets you live life as you like it within a traditional Kumauni Life. Déjà Vu, Naukuchiatal has traditional Kumauni cottage with two rooms, a cozy hall, adjoining dining, an open kitchen and a wondrous terrace.
5. Hotel Manoram View at Village Shiloti Pant, Naukuchiatal, Nainital- 263136
Manoram View, 305 kms. Away from Delhi, is a fascinating offbeat destination in Naukuchiatal /amidst picturesque surroundings? A haven for those looking for peace and tranquility (from the noisy, overcrowded Nainital) in the midst of luscious green forests, the magnificent mountains and a scenic lake. It has unexplored tracks and deep valleys. So, experience the nature wandering the trail by lake, full of birds, orchids and ferns. Only place where you can have full lake view and hill view even staying inside rooms. The Nine-corner Naukuchiatal lake is one of the largest lakes of Nainital district.
Hotel Manoram has 6 deluxe rooms operational, 6 bamboo huts and 10 tents would be added soon. Besides spacious rooms all have attached bathrooms with modern and expensive fittings, intercom, colour TV. It’s restaurant serves the most delicious, tasty homelike food.
Enjoy your Honeymoon in Naukuchiatal!
Naukuchiatal is perhaps the most picturesque lake in Uttaranchal, surrounded by green slopes and oak forests. Naukuchiatal or the 'nine-cornered lake' is fed by an underwater spring. It is believed by the locals that whoever sees all the nine corners of the lake at one shot, attains Nirvana. It is the perfect place to find peace and solace from all the crowd and pollution of the cities. A place that ensures a calm, quiet and relaxed atmosphere during your entire stay. A beautiful place with herd of pretty lakes and enchanting nature, and a hilly terrain – the recipe for a perfect holiday. Pretty views of terraced fields and meadows make this lake destination an enjoyable stopover. Although the lake is the prime attraction here, there are more activities for tourists such as angling, trekking, bird-watching and paragliding.
Climate: The best season to visit Naukuchiatal is between the months of March to August and October to November.
Distance: It is located at a distance of 300 km from Delhi.
By Train: The nearest railway station is located at Kathgodam which is 35 Kms away at south of Naukuchiatal.
By Bus: The easiest way to go by road is to go via Delhi which is 300 kms from Naukuchiatal.
What to see and what to do:
Naukuchiatal Lake: It is the most important attraction that one must visit during their stay here. A deep blue lake with all its purity providing you calmness and quietness.
Jungliagaon: It is located 8 kms from Naukuchiatal and is a a good get away for those whose enjoy fishing. One can also enjoy mountain biking and enjoy spending time with the flora and fauna around in the hills.
Mornings are beautiful with colorful birds flying into Naukuchiatal. It being an idyllic location to enjoy the captivating compilations of rare butterflies and colorful parade of Himalayan birds.
Special treks are also arranged to Jandhidhar.
Nainital is around option which one can explore while one is in Naukuchiatal.
Another equally beautiful and exotic excursion would be Bhimtal which is a small island and the beauty of the lake surrounding it is just mesmerizing. The lake is the largest one in Nainital.
Boating through the lakes and enjoying the nature bathing in its own beauty is a delightful scene.
Naukuchiatal also enchants tourists with its rare adventurous activity of parasailing.
Hotels in Naukuchiatal:
1. The Lake Resort, Naukuchiatal
Accommodation options at the Naukuchiatal Lake Resort are spread across three blocks. The main block built in an arc shape houses 20 tastefully furnished deluxe rooms. This accommodation block is two-tiered and is flanked in the front by a terraced garden.
A hundred meters to the east of the main block is the Middle Court. A cornucopia of colours and its proximity to the lake make the 4 double beds here a preferred stay option for many. A little away, on the right is the Hunting Lodge. This accommodation unit provides 4 secluded double-beds, again with the Lake Naukuchiatal in close vicinity.
In addition to these 30 deluxe rooms, there is one exclusive Suite for those looking for a mix of style and comfort. The suite consists of a living area, a bedroom with a large bay window offering a great view of the pretty outside and a sit-out area.
2. The Lake Village at Village Chunoti, Boat Stand, Naukuchiatal, District. Nainital, Uttaranchal
The Lake Village with its beautiful location set in hand sculpted gardens dreamily overlooks the lake to the front and boldly touches the hill to the sides. Our village is inspired by the Tarai architecture blending local materials covered with thatched verandahs & roofs to give you the lazy charm of a scripted village.
A truly comfortable residence complete with two large rooms, drawing-dining, pantry, spacious verandah, huge terrace & a personal garden. All this nestled in the quaint valley of staring straight into the true landscape of lake.
Large round residence built in traditional style with modern layout boasts of an independent verandah overlooking the central garden & the main lawns, the personal terrace Gazebo overlooks the lake.
A room with seating area and bay windows, A personal garden leading to the main lawns overlooking the waterfall and the swimming pool is all we have to offer in this spacious log hut.
These ultra luxurious & spacious tents have been pitched to give you the feel of how the great explorers lived, dared and passionate to find those little pieces of heaven on earth for centuries.
Restaurant: THE SPICE BOWL: Fine dine Restaurant with an all round lake view offer favorite Indian recipes with selective continental & Chinese dishes perfected to your taste
3. Club Mahindra Dancing Waters Resort at Village: Bohra Gaon, PO: Naukuchiatal, District. Nainital – 263136.
Club Mahindra Dancing Waters Resort is spread over 3.5 acres of land, facing the lake and surrounded by lush green mountains. The resort is fitted with the modern amenities, and offers the most comfortable stay in the midst of Mother Nature. The nearest railhead is Kathgodam (30 kms south) and Haldwani (40 kms).
Facilities & Services:
Travel desk service
Running hot and cold water
Safe Deposit Lockers
Telephone with direct dialling
Television in the room with satellite channels
Sight Seeing, Mountain Trekking, Forest Trail, Bonfire, Rock climbing, Repelling, River crossing, Paragliding (seasonal – October to June), Mountain cycling, Boating, Bird watching, Horse Riding
4. Déjà Vu Home stay, Naukuchiatal is a lake house in the hill; windows open out onto the mountains with its terrace decking out over the Himalayas and Naukuchiatal’s shimmering waters. This home away from home lets you live life as you like it within a traditional Kumauni Life. Déjà Vu, Naukuchiatal has traditional Kumauni cottage with two rooms, a cozy hall, adjoining dining, an open kitchen and a wondrous terrace.
5. Hotel Manoram View at Village Shiloti Pant, Naukuchiatal, Nainital- 263136
Manoram View, 305 kms. Away from Delhi, is a fascinating offbeat destination in Naukuchiatal /amidst picturesque surroundings? A haven for those looking for peace and tranquility (from the noisy, overcrowded Nainital) in the midst of luscious green forests, the magnificent mountains and a scenic lake. It has unexplored tracks and deep valleys. So, experience the nature wandering the trail by lake, full of birds, orchids and ferns. Only place where you can have full lake view and hill view even staying inside rooms. The Nine-corner Naukuchiatal lake is one of the largest lakes of Nainital district.
Hotel Manoram has 6 deluxe rooms operational, 6 bamboo huts and 10 tents would be added soon. Besides spacious rooms all have attached bathrooms with modern and expensive fittings, intercom, colour TV. It’s restaurant serves the most delicious, tasty homelike food.
Enjoy your Honeymoon in Naukuchiatal!
