3-Day Escape: Delhi to Jim Corbett & Nainital

Forests, Mountains, Lakes & Bonfires

Estimated Trip Budget ₹7,000 – ₹9,000 per head (approx)

Where You Will Stay

Comfortable 3-star properties chosen for hygiene and group fun.

Day 1: Jim Corbett

  • Nature Resort (Triple Sharing)
  • Swimming Pool access
  • Evening Bonfire with Music
  • All Meals Included
Rec: Wild Iris or Wood Castle

Day 2: Nainital

  • Lake-side/View Hotel
  • Triple Sharing Rooms
  • Walking distance to Mall Road
  • Safe & Family Friendly
Rec: Himalaya Lake View or Hotel Krishna

Day by Day Journey

Day 1: Delhi to Jim Corbett

Saturday: The Adventure Begins

06:00 AM – Departure
Start early from Delhi to beat the traffic. Enjoy the drive via Hapur & Gajraula.
09:30 AM – Breakfast Stop
Stop at Gajraula (Bhajan Tadka or similar) for hot parathas and chai.
12:30 PM – Arrival & Lunch
Check into your resort in Corbett. Freshen up and enjoy a buffet lunch.

Evening Chill (4:00 PM Onwards)

  • Relax by the Kosi riverbank
  • Pool games and swimming
  • Group cricket/badminton on the lawns
07:30 PM – Bonfire Night
Music, snacks, and stories around the fire. Dinner follows.
Night Stay: Jim Corbett Resort

Day 2: Jungle Safari & Nainital

Sunday: Into the Wild

05:45 AM – Wake Up
Tea/Coffee and get ready for the jeep safari.
06:30 AM – Jeep Safari
Explore Bijrani or Jhirna zone. Keep eyes open for deer, elephants, and tigers!
12:00 PM – Drive to Nainital
After breakfast, drive up the winding mountains to the Lake City (approx 2 hours).

Evening in Nainital

  • Boating on Naini Lake
  • Darshan at Naina Devi Temple
  • Shopping on Mall Road
  • Hot Momos & Corn
08:00 PM – Dinner
Dinner at a cafe on Mall Road or at your hotel.
Night Stay: Nainital Hotel

Day 3: Nainital to Delhi

Monday: One Last View

09:00 AM – Lazy Breakfast
Enjoy the morning sun and lake view with your tea.

Morning Choice (Choose One)

  • Option A: Ropeway to Snow View Point for Himalayan views.
  • Option B: High Altitude Zoo to see Snow Leopards.
11:30 AM – Return Journey
Check out and begin the drive back to Delhi.
01:30 PM – Lunch on Highway
Stop for a hearty meal at a highway Dhaba.
08:00 PM – Home Sweet Home
Reach Delhi with full hearts and camera rolls.

Why This Plan Works

  • Budget Friendly: Fits the 7k-9k range comfortably.
  • Balanced: You get Adventure (Safari) + Peace (Lake).
  • Safe Travel: All driving happens during daylight.
  • No Rush: Adequate rest time included.

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