This northeastern state of India is a place where fables and myths live to this day, wrapped in everyday life and customs. Uttarakhand is the land of mountains and little towns teeming with lush greenery and modern life, lakes, forests, and holy peaks that have long been a part of Hinduism. Uttarakhand sees tourists from all over the world because of its connection to spirituality and nature. One of the best nature-related activities you can do here is watch birds. With the best birding tours in Uttarakhand it is home to some rare and exotic species of birds that live and thrive in the state’s forests. Most of the bird watching tours last over a few hours everyday, and all you need to do is escape to this beautiful land over a period of two to three days. A weekend is all you need to see some amazing birds in Uttarakhand.
One of the most famous birding tours in Uttarakhand can be undertaken at the Naina Devi Himalayan Bird Conservation Reserve, where you can stay in the Quail Birding Lodge, situated near the hamlet of Pangot. As the name suggests, this is a place people specifically visit to bird watch. You can hop on a jeep and go deep into the jungles where you can watch some of the exotic species of birds that reside here. You can also take forest walks here, among the deodar forests and rhododendron. Some of the other tours you can take in Uttarakhand to explore the place are by staying at the Timbered Walterre Resort in Dehradun, jungle safari and night stay at the Rajaji National Park, paragliding at Spring Birds in Nainital, staying at the Corbett Riverside Resort in Nainital, visiting Camp Kyari at Syat in Nainital, go for a wildlife experience at Tiger Resort at Jim Corbett, stay at Shinura Nature Retreat in Dehradun etc.
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In the local language, Lal Tibba means the Red Hill. This is said to be the oldest and the most populated place in Mussoorie. The place is known for its scenic beauty courtesy the pleasant sunrise and sunset that leave the visitors spell bound. Do carry woolens irrespective of the month of the visit. Location: It is situated in the Landour area and lies at an altitude of 8000 metre above the sea level. Highlights: Lal Tibba is even famous as the Depot Hill because of the presence of a depot here. Besides this there is camp of the Indian Military services, All India Radio and Doordarshan. Hills of the Lal Tibba are also popular amongst the shoppers as there are a number of markets in the nearby areas. Best Time: The best and the most ideal time to visit Lal Tibba is the summer months of March and June. Avoid travel during the monsoon months as there maybe leeches here.
Chopta Tungnath trek is a relatively unexplored trekking destination, which is known for its mesmerizing scenic beauty. The trek towards Tungnath, the 3 from Tungnath takes you to Chandrashila, which is situated at an altitude of 4,000 meters above sea level.Chopta is blessed with rich flora and fauna as it is located in the midst of dense forests, with a beautiful floor of rhododendrons, interspersed by deodar and pine trees. During the first one and half kilometers, you will pass through a sea of brightly coloured rhododendrons and silver oak forests. Following this the vista opens to green alpine meadows which take you to the Tungnath temple.According to folklore, the arms of Lord Shiva are believed to have emerged here. On trekking a kilometer further ahead, you will reach the Chandrashila peak from where you get spectacular views of the snow capped peaks of the Himalayas glistening in the sun rays. The grassy meadows of the region make it an ideal spot for camping too.Chopta is well-connected by roadways connecting Guptakashi and Gopeshwar. The weather is lovely and the views are simply breathtaking.Best season: May to June and August to SeptemberDuration: 3 DaysAltitude: 3680 m
One of the most well-known treks near Delhi, the Nag Tibba peak stands in the Tehri Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. This trek over the weekend is witnessing growing footfalls, and offers splendid views of the Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Gangotri and Kedarnath mountain peaks en route. What makes this an ideal first trek are the relatively easy routes etched along the mountain. Thick Deodar forests blanket the hill, and the best seasons to visit are between February and June, and September to December. The Nag Tibba trek route is circular in nature, and the differing starting and ending points ensure that there is no overlap at any point. The lush meadows hide patches behind them that act as serene camping sites. Distance from Delhi: 347.4 Kilometers approximatelyNearest Railhead:Dehradun Railway Station
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