Kanatal Tour Package

Kanatal Tour Package

Kanatal is a small village located 78 Km ahead of the beautiful city, Dehradun in Uttarakhand. It is named after a lake, Kanatal, which used to be there. The region is surrounded with majestic hills as well as some famous hill stations like Mussoorie, Chamba and many others. This region is not so crowded and offers great peace of mind to the tourists who chose to come here.

This beautiful place is unlike other hill stations as it is well-connected with roads to different major cities including the national capital, Tourists can visit Kanatal anytime throughout the year as the place has a decent climate all year round. Walk through the lush meadows and the famous Kodia jungle, bring your food and plan a picnic under the mild warmth of the Sun or hire ponies to climb on the top of the hill - do anything and fill your heart with joy here.

Day 1: Dehradun – Kanatal
Pick up from Dehradun Bus stand/ Railway station/ Air port and drop at Dhanaulti on arrival check in at hotel and over night stay hotel.

Day 2: Kanatal

After Morning breakfast visit sightseeing tour of Kanatal. You can visit a number of attractions located in and around this beautiful hill town. Head to visit the famous Kodia Jungle, which is the main tourist site situated here. you can also visit the Surkanda Devi Temple, which is surrounded by dense forests. Lying amidst a scenic setting, this shrine is dedicated to Goddess Sati – the female consort of Lord Shiva. Pay homage to the deity and also enjoy the stunning scenery of the surroundings visible from here with ease. As the day ends. back to hotel and over night stay hotel.

Day 3: Kanatal - Dehradun

After morning breakfast Check out from hotel and further transfer to Dehradun Railway station/ Bus stand / Airport.

Tour End

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Air:

Jolly Grant Airport (Airport Code: DED - Dehradun - 85 km southwest) connects direct flights from New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad. Taxis and private hill cabs are available at the airport arrivals to reach Kanatal in 2.5 to 3 hours via the Rishikesh Chamba or Dehradun Mussoorie highway.

By Train:

Kanatal is served by two major railway junctions in Uttarakhand:

• Dehradun Railway Station (Station Code: DDN - 75 km): Connected by Vande Bharat Express, Shatabdi Express, and Mussoorie Express from New Delhi.
• Rishikesh / Yog Nagari Rishikesh (Station Code: YNRK - 75 km): Major junction connecting trains from Mumbai, Delhi, and Ahmedabad.
• Mountain taxis, shared jeeps, and rental self drive cars operate continuously from Dehradun and Rishikesh to Kanatal.

By Road:

• From Delhi (~315 km / 6.5 to 7.5 hours): Via Delhi Dehradun Expressway or Delhi Meerut Roorkee Haridwar Rishikesh Chamba Kanatal route (NH-34).
• From Mussoorie (~33 km / 1 hour): Via scenic Dhanaulti Kanatal Chamba mountain highway.
• From Rishikesh (~75 km / 2.5 hours): Via smooth NH-34 winding through Narendra Nagar and Chamba.
• Regular UTC state transport buses and shared hill jeeps depart from Dehradun ISBT, Mussoorie Picture Palace, and Rishikesh Natraj Chowk.

Local Transport:

Local mountain taxis and private vehicles are the best way to travel between Kanatal, Kaddukhal (Surkanda Devi), Kaudia Forest, Dhanaulti, and Tehri Dam.

Kanatal features a picturesque collection of mountain temples, protected cedar forests, high altitude reservoirs, and Himalayan viewpoints:

1. Surkanda Devi Temple & 3,000-Meter Himalayan Summit Ropeway (Kaddukhal)

Perched atop a conical mountain summit at an altitude of 2,757 meters (9,045 feet) near Kaddukhal village (8 km from Kanatal), Surkanda Devi Temple is a revered Shakti Peeth where Goddess Sati's head (*sir*) is believed to have fallen. The temple offers a 360 degree panoramic view of snow capped Himalayan peaks and the Doon Valley. Visitors can reach the peak via a paved 2.5 km uphill trek through deodar woods or a 5-minute modern passenger ropeway.

Surkanda Devi Temple — High-Altitude Shakti Peeth Shrine with 360-Degree Himalayan Views

2. Kaudia Forest (Kodia Jungle) & Deodar Safari Trail (Kanatal-Chamba Road)

Located just 1 km from Kanatal, Kaudia Forest is an expansive deodar, pine, and oak forest reserve. A level 6 km nature walking and jeep safari trail leads through dense greenery to rolling green meadows (*bugyals*) and natural freshwater springs. The forest is home to barking deer, wild boars, flying squirrels, pheasants, and diverse mountain birds.

Kaudia Forest — Pristine Deodar and Pine Forest Reserve for Nature Walks and Jeep Safaris

3. Tehri Dam & Tehri Lake Water Sports Complex (35 km - Bhagirathi River)

Located 35 km from Kanatal on the Bhagirathi River, Tehri Dam is one of the world's tallest rock and earth fill embankment dams (260.5 meters high). The massive 42-square-kilometer emerald green Tehri Lake has emerged as North India's premier adventure water sports hub, offering jet skiing, speedboating, banana rides, kayaking, paragliding, and floating houseboats.

Tehri Dam — Giant Hydroelectric Dam and Emerald Water Sports Reservoir Near Kanatal

4. Eco Park Dhanaulti (Amber & Dhara Protected Cedar Woods - 14 km)

Developed by the Uttarakhand Forest Department across two adjoining protected cedar groves (*Amber* and *Dhara*), this eco park features deodar woods, walking trails, wooden viewpoints, children's play meadows, and adventure activities like Burma bridge crossings and flying fox zip lines.

Eco Park Dhanaulti — Protected Deodar Cedar Forest Park Near Kanatal

5. Kanatal Valley Himalayan Snow Peak Viewpoint & Apple Orchards

A natural ridge viewpoint overlooking terraced mountain farms, green valley orchards, and the snow covered peaks of the Higher Himalayas, offering stunning golden sunrise and sunset views.

Kanatal Himalayan Viewpoint — Breathtaking Snow-Capped Mountain Vistas Across Garhwal

6. Chamba Hill Hamlet & Terraced Organic Apple Orchards (17 km)

A peaceful Garhwal market town nestled at 1,600 meters amidst terraced apple, peach, and apricot orchards, providing views of the Bhagirathi River valley and traditional stone roofed hill houses.

7. Alpine Camping, Night Stargazing & Bonfire Camps in Kanatal Hills

Kanatal is famous for luxury Swiss tent campsites set amidst deodar forests, offering night bonfires, barbecue dinners, clear night sky stargazing, and outdoor rope courses.

8. Kanatal Village Heritage Walk & Traditional Garhwali Homestays

A guided stroll through historic rural settlements, where visitors can interact with warm Garhwali villagers, observe traditional mud and timber architecture, and sample authentic home cooked organic dishes.

9. Rani Chauri Forest Research Station & High Altitude Nurseries (15 km)

Located on the slopes of Chamba, this scenic agricultural and forestry research center is known for organic fruit nurseries, pine seed breeding, and quiet scenic hill walks.