Introduction:
- Discussing a beautiful and emerging hill station in Uttarakhand.
- Location: Near Mussoorie and Tehri district.
- Ideal for enjoying snowfall in winter and cool weather in summer.
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How to Reach Kanatal:
By Flight:
- Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (80 km from Kanatal).
- Taxi from the airport costs around ₹2500-₹3000.
By Train:
- Nearest railway stations: Dehradun (71 km) and Yog Nagari Rishikesh (74 km).
- Taxi options: ₹200-₹250 for a shared taxi, ₹3000 for a private taxi.
- Direct buses from Dehradun and Rishikesh: Ticket price around ₹150, travel time 2-2.5 hours.
By Road:
- Rent a bike or scooter from Dehradun or Rishikesh (₹500 for scooter, ₹700-₹1500 for bike).
- Personal vehicle: Approx. 300 km from Delhi.
Places to Visit en Route:
- From Dehradun: Mussoorie, Landour, Dhanaulti, Surkanda Devi Temple.
- From Rishikesh: Narendra Nagar, Agrakhal, Chamba, Kunjapuri Devi Temple.
Accommodation in Kanatal:
- Options: Homestays, hotels, camping, and Club Mahindra.
- Price range: Homestays (₹1000-₹1500), camping (₹1500 per person, including meals), Club Mahindra (₹10000-₹12000 per day).
Tourist Attractions in Kanatal:
- Chamba: 17 km from Kanatal, known for its serene environment.
- Surkanda Devi Temple: 18 km from Kanatal, one of the 51 Shakti Peeths.
- Dhanaulti: 30 km from Kanatal, offers adventure activities like zip-lining.
- Tehri Lake: 35 km from Kanatal, activities include jet skiing, motor boating, speed boating, and paragliding.
- Kodia Forest Reserve: Offers jungle safari (₹1000-₹1200).
Local Cuisine:
- Try local dishes like Gahat ki Dal, Bhatt ki Dal, Sani Hui Mooli, Kandali ka Saag, Raitha, Bal Mithai, and Jhingure ki Kheer.
Best Time to Visit:
- December to February for snowfall.
- April to June for escaping the heat of the plains.
Budget:
- Budget travel (by train and bus): ₹8000-₹9000.
- Including bike rental: ₹10000-₹11000.
