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High Pines & Wildlife Sanctuary Trail
Overview
High Pines & Wildlife Sanctuary Trail. Stay plan: Bhimtal (1N) – Pangot (1N) – Mukteshwar (1N) – Binsar (2N) – Kausani (1N) – Ranikhet (1N) – Corbett (1N). Arrive Kathgodam, depart Kathgodam/Delhi.
Itinerary
Arrive at Kathgodam railway station, Pantnagar Airport or begin the drive from Delhi. Meet our tour executive and transfer to your hotel in Bhimtal, driving up through the foothills gateway of Kumaon with terraced slopes and valley views along the way. Check in and freshen up. The evening is free at leisure for a walk by Bhimtal Lake with its island in the centre. Overnight stay in Bhimtal.
After breakfast, drive to Pangot through scenic valleys and pine ridges, ascending via the Kilbury bird sanctuary belt. Check in at your resort and explore the quiet hamlet on foot. Guided nature and birdwatching trails take you through oak and deodar forest in search of Himalayan griffons, Cheer pheasants and several species of woodpecker. Evening free amid the forest quiet, with an overnight stay in Pangot.
Post breakfast, drive to Mukteshwar via scenic valleys and pine ridges. Check in and explore this hill station perched at around 7,500 ft with panoramic Himalayan views. Visit the Chauli Ki Jali cliff with its sheer rock face and viewpoints, the 350-year-old Mukteshwar Dham Shiva temple, and walk through local fruit orchards of apple, apricot and plum. Evening at leisure and overnight stay in Mukteshwar.
After breakfast, drive to Binsar through scenic valleys and pine ridges. Check in for a deep wilderness stay inside Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, surrounded by oak and rhododendron forest. Trek to Zero Point for 360-degree vistas of snow peaks stretching from Kedarnath to Panchachuli. En route or during the stay, visit the ancient stone temple complex of Jageshwar Dham in its deodar grove. Overnight stay in Binsar.
Breakfast at the resort, followed by a full day excursion covering the top highlights of Binsar. Enjoy a deep wilderness stay inside Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, with oak and rhododendron forest all around. Trek to Zero Point for 360-degree snow peak vistas from Kedarnath to Panchachuli, and visit the ancient temple cluster of Jageshwar Dham. Return to the resort by evening. Overnight stay in Binsar.
Post breakfast, drive to Kausani via scenic valleys and pine ridges. On arrival, check in and explore this hill station known as the Switzerland of India, facing a 300 km uninterrupted panorama of Trisul, Nanda Devi and Panchachuli. Visit Anasakti Ashram, also called Gandhi Smriti, walk among the terraced tea gardens, and continue to the ancient stone Baijnath Temples on the banks of the Gomti river. Overnight stay in Kausani.
Post breakfast, drive to Ranikhet via scenic valleys and pine ridges. Check in and explore this cantonment town, known as the Queen's Meadow. Visit the sprawling Chaubatia Apple Orchards with their valley viewpoint, the Army Golf Course set among pines, Jhula Devi Temple hung with thousands of bells left by devotees, and the Haidakhan Temple. Evening free in the quiet bazaar, with an overnight stay in Ranikhet.
After breakfast, drive down to Corbett through scenic valleys and pine ridges. Check in at your resort near Jim Corbett National Park and explore the riverside surroundings. Enjoy a thrilling open 4x4 Jeep Safari in the Corbett Tiger Reserve (Bijrani, Jhirna or Dhela Zone) in search of tiger, elephant and deer. Visit Garjiya Devi Temple perched on a rock in the river and walk along the Kosi. Overnight in Corbett.
After breakfast and a last morning view of the forested hills, check out from your hotel. You are then driven back through the Terai plains and farmland to Kathgodam railway station, Pantnagar Airport or onward to Delhi for your journey home. Any remaining time may be used for souvenir shopping en route. The tour concludes on arrival at your chosen station, airport or city.
Where you sleep
Hover any hotel to see what we know about it. Pick the grade that suits you; the price moves with it.
| Stop | Standard | Deluxe | Premium | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhimtal1 night | — | Moonlight Lake Resort | — | — |
| Pangot1 night | Standard Category Hotel, Pangot | Jungle Lore Birding Lodge Pangot / Kafal House Pangot / Pangot Himalayan View Resort | Premium Category Hotel, Pangot | Luxury Category Hotel, Pangot |
| Mukteshwar1 night | Himalayas Resort By The Lake Hill / Ganghar A Jungle Resort | — | — | — |
| Binsar2 nights | Standard Category Hotel, Binsar | Deluxe Category Hotel, Binsar | Binsar Eco Resort / Club Mahindra Binsar Valley / Grand Oak Manor Binsar | AyurVAID Kalmatia Luxury Heritage Almora / Binsar Forest Estate Luxury Lodges / Itmenaan Estate Almora |
| Kausani1 night | Stay Inn Kausani / Xomotel Sunita Himalayan Paradise / Kausani Retreat | — | — | — |
| Ranikhet1 night | The Parijat Retreat / Hotel Xomotel Ranikhet / Kafal Cottage / Ranikhet Continental | — | — | — |
| Corbett1 night | The Mallard Resort / La Sawana / Hotel Wild Vista | Winsome Resort | — | — |
Price per person, by group size
In INR, per person, hotels on twin sharing at the grade you pick. A planner confirms the exact price for your dates.
| Group | Standard | Deluxe | Premium | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 travellers Swift Dzire NAC | 32,713 | 42,516 | 55,384 | 75,936 |
| 3 travellers Swift Dzire NAC | 26,615 | 35,821 | 48,078 | 67,092 |
| 4 travellers Swift Dzire NAC | 23,566 | 32,473 | 44,425 | 62,670 |
| 4 travellers Ertiga | 26,993 | 36,796 | 49,714 | 70,266 |
| 4 travellers Innova Crysta | 28,900 | 38,702 | 51,604 | 72,156 |
| 5 travellers Innova Crysta | 26,004 | 35,448 | 47,976 | 67,605 |
| 6 travellers Innova Crysta | 24,073 | 33,279 | 45,558 | 64,572 |
| 6 travellers Innova Crysta | 25,086 | 34,889 | 47,824 | 68,376 |
Show more group sizes (12)
| Group | Standard | Deluxe | Premium | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 travellers Innova Crysta | 22,694 | 31,729 | 43,830 | 62,405 |
| 7 travellers Tempo Traveller 12-Seater | 25,236 | 34,271 | 46,350 | 64,925 |
| 8 travellers Tempo Traveller 12-Seater | 23,884 | 32,791 | 44,740 | 62,985 |
| 8 travellers Innova Crysta | 28,900 | 38,702 | 51,604 | 72,156 |
| 9 travellers Tempo Traveller 12-Seater | 23,508 | 32,713 | 44,998 | 64,012 |
| 10 travellers Tempo Traveller 12-Seater | 22,599 | 31,685 | 43,845 | 62,551 |
| 10 travellers Tempo Traveller 17-Seater | 23,815 | 33,618 | 46,564 | 67,116 |
| 12 travellers Tempo Traveller 12-Seater | 21,236 | 30,143 | 42,115 | 60,360 |
| 12 travellers Tempo Traveller 17-Seater | 22,755 | 32,558 | 45,514 | 66,066 |
| 16 travellers Tempo Traveller 17-Seater | 21,051 | 30,630 | 43,352 | 63,327 |
| 20 travellers Tempo Traveller 22-Seater | 20,029 | 29,473 | 42,054 | 61,683 |
| 22 travellers 27 Seated Coach | 25,920 | 35,397 | 47,962 | 67,675 |
Extras, per person for the whole trip
| For | Standard | Deluxe | Premium | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra adult (extra bed) | 14,419 | 22,431 | 33,466 | 49,403 |
| Child with bed | 7,142 | 10,848 | 21,168 | 36,456 |
| Child without bed | 4,475 | 6,837 | 13,306 | 22,781 |
| Single room supplement | 17,459 | 27,261 | 40,264 | 60,816 |
Added to the price of the travellers above: hotel and meals for the extra person. Children are priced at the hotel's child rate; the single room supplement is what one traveller adds by taking a room alone.
What's included
✓ Included
- Accommodation in selected category hotels/resorts on DBL/Twin sharing basis.
- Meal Plan as booked (EP: Room Only / MAP: Daily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner).
- Private exclusive AC/Heating Vehicle (Sedan / SUV / Tempo Traveller) for all transfers, sightseeing, and inter-city travel as per itinerary.
- 1 Exclusive 4x4 Gypsy Jungle Safari in Jim Corbett National Park with forest permits, driver, and mandatory naturalist guide (where Corbett is included).
- Driver allowances, toll taxes, state road taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges.
- Inner Line Permit (ILP) and administrative processing charges (for Dharchula / Gunji / Nabi / Adi Kailash sectors).
- 24x7 On-tour assistance and professional destination coordination.
✗ Not included
- Airfare / Train tickets to and from Kathgodam / Pantnagar / Delhi.
- Any entry fees to monuments, ropeway charges, boat rides, paragliding, adventure activities, or museum tickets.
- Additional meals, room service, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, or personal incidentals.
- Kedarnath / Adi Kailash helicopter tickets, pony / palanquin / porter charges (unless explicitly bundled).
- Mandatory Gala Dinner supplements on Christmas Eve (24th Dec) and New Year's Eve (31st Dec).
- GST @ 5% applicable on overall billing invoice.
- Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, flight delays, or severe weather conditions.
Terms & conditions
Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation is done before 30 days of arrival, 90% of the total booking amount will be refunded.
- If cancellation is done before 25-30 days of arrival, 70% of the total booking amount will be refunded.
- If cancellation is done before 20-24 days of arrival, 50% of the total booking amount will be refunded.
- If cancellation is done before 10-19 days of arrival, 25% of the total booking amount will be refunded.
- If cancellation is done within 09 days of arrival, 00% of the total booking amount will be refunded.
Payment Policy & Schedule
- 25% of the tour package cost needs to be deposited at the booking time.
- Next 50% of the tour package cost should be deposited at least 30 days before the actual date of departure.
- The remaining 25% (complete 100%) should be deposited at least 15 days before the date of actual departure.
Important Notes
- The rates do not apply to peak festive time and season.
- Rates of accommodation depend on availability; if the mentioned hotels are unavailable, alternate stays of the same class/category will be arranged.
- Most hotels have a 12:00 noon check-in / check-out. Early / late check-in is subject to availability.
- Vehicle air-conditioning runs on plain roads only and is normally switched off on hill drives.
- Sightseeing is subject to political, traffic and weather conditions and may change when conditions are extremely adverse.
- Entrance / temple fees are to be paid directly by the client at the venue.
- We advise against travelling at night; supplement charges will apply when necessary.
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