Eco Park Dhanaulti

About Eco Park Dhanaulti

Eco Parks in Dhanaulti are a must visit place. The eco park covers a large forest area which is protected and conserved for its flora and fauna. This eco park is divided in two sections Dhanaulti, one named 'Amber' which means sky and 'Dhaara' which means earth. Each of these eco-parks are at a distance of 200 meters from each other. The eco-parkis located near the main market of Dhanaulti. Covering an area of 13 hectares roughly, the Eco-Park is one of the main attractions of Dhanaulti.

Being pleasant throughout the year, the parks play an ideal role in the Dhanaulti tourism. The best part about this Eco-Park Dhanaulti in Uttarakhand is that it is maintained by the young youths of the town. This not only promotes jobs such as selling tickets, being guides, maintaining cleanliness but also showcases the enthusiasm and involvement of the youths from the Dhantauli town. Overall both the eco-parks are maintained and managed by the forest department.

The eco parks of Dhanaulti is a perfect destination for day picnic and nature walks. Wildflowers such as purple rhododendrons add to the beauty of this park. The botanical houses within the Eco-Park is home to many endangered flora. The park houses a large playground for kids to enjoy. Due to these the Eco-Parks turns out perfect for family day picnics. It is usually crowded during weekends.

There is a facility available at these eco-parks, named as the Memory Sapling Facility where travelers get to buy and plant a sapling within the park in the name of their beloved ones.

Eco-huts are placed strategically in this Dhanaulti eco-park for the visitors to enjoy an undisrupted view of the scenic surroundings including the snow-capped Himalayan Mountains.  These eco-huts are eco-friendly and are run by the forest department.  The Eco parks are open all day long and charge a minimal entry fee.

Some of the activities that are carried on at the Eco-Park in Dhanaulti include Sky walk, Flying Fox, Sight seeing, trekking, yoga, nature walks, bird watching, rock climbing and hiking.

Timings for Eco Park Dhanaulti - 6 am to 6 pm

Entry fee for Eco Park Dhanaulti  - INR 15 for adults and INR 10 for children. 

Chikoo Festival 2019 in Bordi

About Chikoo Festival in Bordi

For last five years, Bordi town of Maharashtra has been organizing the annual Chikoo Festival. But I am sure not many are aware of that! Including me :) Well, one of my dear reader came up with this information and I would really love to thank him for letting me know. The annual Chikoo festival is celebrated in the town of Bordi to commemorate the production of high quality chikoo fruit(which is one of the main sources of income for the local Warli tribes) and also to promote sustainable growth for these local plantations in Dahanu.

Chikoo fruit also known as Sapodilla, mudapples or even noseberry is one of the most delicious and nutritious fruits one could find. In the state of Maharashtra, two towns namely Bordi and Gholvad are known to be the major producers of chikoo. Hence Chikoo Festival 2019 is one of their way to share the never seen before North Konkan heritage and identity with the people from all over the world. The festival is quite popular among people from state of Maharashtra. This annual Chikoo Festival is organized by Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation(MTDC) and runs for two days. The annual Chikoo Festival 2019 Bordi will be held on 2nd and 3rd of February 2019 on the Bordi beach.

But if you think the festival is all about chikoos, then you did get it wrong! The chikoo festival does revolve around the fruit but it also has many other activities instored for the visitors. Though the main approach of the this festival is to learn more about the chikoo fruit by visiting chikoo plantations, plucking the fruit right off the trees and enjoying farm tours. But this two day cultural carnival has so much more planned up for you to enjoy and indulge in a sheer rural bliss.

This non-profit initiative by MTDC and REWF(Rural Entrepreneurship Welfare Foundation) promotes and provides a progressive platform for the budding local entrepreneurs to showcase their produce. The cultural carnival of Chikoo Festival will avail its visitors a two days pleasure of shopping, culinary indulgence, tribal art and other activities. Local tribes are encouraged to display and sell their homemade produce such as jams and juices from chikoo, spices and other artifacts. Warli artifacts including handicrafts, paintings and cane baskets would be showcased at the festival. Visitors can also participate in fun activities such as sand art, chikoo marathon, night-camping, bicycle trail, beach kabaddi, mountain trek, and much more. Local activists will be hosting various workshops for the visitors.

Winery Tour to Hill Zill Wines

The two day annual Chikoo Festival is all about the local fruit produce and chikoo wine is one of them. Wine enthusiasts can enjoy chikoo wine tours and wine tasting at world's first chikoo winery here at Bordi. The guided tour to this award winning chikoo winery will cost INR300. The award winner Fruzzante Chikoo Wine is part of the winery that is placed within the Hill Zill Resort. Hill Zill Resort is a luxurious resort where you can taste one of its kind the delicious chikoo wine named Fruzzante. The Hill Zill Chikoo Wines which is just 3 hours away from Mumbai is run by family of farmers who came up with the idea of chikoo wine. This chikoo wine labeled as Fruzzante is a concoction prepared from the famous Dahanu chikoos. One of its kind this wine can be ordered in any local wine shop in Dahanu or you could buy it at the Hill Zill Resort. Charged at INR 255 the Fruzzante is an exclusive blend that one shouldn't miss!

Contact Details of Hill Zill Wines

Hill Zill Resort and Winery
Tambolpada
Bordi
Taluka - Talasari
Thane
Pincode - 401701
Maharashtra

Telephone number - 09824121460

Winery timings - 10 am to 8 pm

Fun Activities at Annual Chickoo Festival 2019

- 250+ shopping stalls

- 30+ food stalls to enjoy authentic local food flavors

- Chikoo wine tours and wine tasting

- Sand Art

- Chikoo Marathon

- Beach  kabaddi

- Bicycle trail through the lush green farms of Bordi

-  Night walk and star gazing 

- Bahrot mountain trek 

- Night camping with acoustic music session

- Live concert with performances of local talent Saurabh Save and Folkmasti

- Culinary workshops by well known celebrity chef

- Peek into the Warli village life

- Chikoo and flora farm safari

- Engaging in farm activities

Dates for Chikoo Festival 2019

Chickoo Festival 2019 dates are 2nd February and 3rd February 2019 and Chikoo Festival 2019 venue is Bordi Beach.

Timings for Chikoo Festival 2019 : 10:00 am to 10:00 pm

Website: Chikoo Festival 2019 Bordi

Dhanaulti Hill Station in Uttarakhand

State - Uttarkhand

District - Tehri Garhwal

Altitude - 7500 feet

Famous for - Snow clad Himalayan Ranges, Winter sport activities, Eco-Parks

Serves as  - Hill Station, Weekend destination, Pilgrim, Picnic spot

About Dhanaulti Hill Station in Uttarakhand

Perched on the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan range, Dhanaulti or Dhanolti is an unexplored hill station in the state of Uttarakhand. Located about 36 km from Dehradun and 24 km from Mussoorie, this frozen bliss of India is slowly gaining its popularity as a beautiful weekend destination for tourists. Travelers visiting Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Mussoorie drop by at Dhanaulti for a tranquil and serene weekend. Dhanaulti embraces its visitor within its humble hilly abode wrapped around by dense oak and deodar jungles.

The quaint town of Dhanaulti receives heavy snowfall and the whole town is enveloped in snow making it perfect for a winter visit. Dhanaulti in winter is like a bed of snow perfect for winter lovers. This place in fact is frequented by tourists during winter. With its serenity and peacefulness, the tiny resort hamlet of Dhanaulti forms a perfect weekend gateway for people residing nearby Delhi or visiting the famous hill stations nearby. Its easy accessibility and unexplored terrain seems to be a best option to indulge in a relaxed vacations compared to the other unruly destinations nearby. Moreover the agreeable and delightful Dhanaulti weather, the snowclad mountain peaks, the refreshing environs and perky atmosphere adds a rejuvenating touch to our visit.

Though there isn't much to visit nearby, yet one can enjoy the best weekend of his life by embracing nature with his whole heart. A adventure enthusiasts or a person looking for some quality time amidst nature may find this place a real treat. The quaint hill station of Dhanaulti boasts about its panoramic ecoparks that allow a tourists to witness raw charm with remarkable grandeur. Nature-lovers can enjoy nature walks, bird watching and small hikes within the narrow nature trails bounded within the dense pine forests. The lush alpine forests give ways to innumerable nature treks.



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Dhanaulti is often referred as the Vampire town of India, with people coming up with vampire tales and of their presence. This too has piked interest in tourists and many visit Dhanaulti for the similar sightings. Whatever the excuse, this charming town of Dhanaulti settled away from the hustles bustles of the city definitely deserves a visit!

Best Time to Visit Dhanaulti

Dhanaulti experiences a pleasant weather all year long. Winters are a bit harsh with snow enveloping the whole town. Yet winter in Dhanaulti is at its best for those who enjoy a snowy weekend. The snowclad mountains beckon us to enjoy the icy weather. This is also the time when Dhanaulti could be a bit crowded and one should check for bookings prior to their visit. Monsoon in Dhanaulti receives heavy rainfall and is not really a good visiting time. Summers in Dhanaulti are delightful and charming. The Dhanaulti weather is then agreeable and enjoyable. Hence the best time to visit Dhanaulti is from late March to early June.

Shopping in Dhanaulti

- Locally made hand-loom products

- Hand woven shawls and stoles

- Hand woven scarves

- Woolen clothes

- Pashmina

- Handmade craft items

- Fresh apples

Places to Visit in and Around Dhanaulti

Eco Parks in Dhanaulti

Eco Parks Dhanaulti is one of the main attractions for tourists. There are two eco parks, namely 'Amber' and 'Dhara'. Both eco parks are well maintained  and beautifully developed by the forest department. Both eco parks are roughly apart from each other by about 200 meters. The eco parks are protected part of the forest that includes small casual pathways and nature trails amidst the dense deodar and cedar forest. Apart from nature trails, these eco parks also house large areas for kids to play around, which make them a perfect place for families. Yoga practices also are carried out in this area usually in the mornings. The most beautiful sight to be witnessed at the Eco-parks is the sunset and the sunrise.

Learn more about Eco Parks Dhanaulti

Surkanda Devi Temple in Dhanaulti

The Surkanda Devi Temple is one of the religious places in Dhanaulti frequented by tourists and pilgrims. It is located on one of the high mountain range at an altitude of 10000 feet. The temple of Surkanda Devi settles within the lap of nature amidst lush green forests and due to its altitude is always enveloped with fog. The climb to the temple of Surkanda Devi calls for a lovely trek and hence is a favorite among trekkers and adventure lovers. The Surkanda Devi Trek to Rishikesh is very popular. This temple of Surkanda Devi is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and is considered to be one of the Shaktipithas.

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Potato Farm / Aloo Khet

Locally known as 'Aloo Khet', Potato Farm is a must visit when in Dhanaulti. This place is popular among tourists for its rustic environs and also because it offers a splendid view of the scenic surroundings including the Doon Valley. Horses can be hired to take the trip down the farm. It is also visited for the fascinating sunset and sunrise points. The farm is open all day for visitors and there is no entry fee.

Apple Orchard Resort

Apple Orchard Resort is a fine resort which is also a home to one of the authentic Garhwali restaurant called Glasshouse Restaurant which as the name suggests is made of glass and offers amazing view of the panoramic valleys and snowcapped mountains. It serves delicious local dishes inspired by Garhwali cuisine. There are large orchards that house varieties of apples including the red delicious, early sunberry, royal delicious and many more. One can also buy organic vegetables and apples along with other fruits from the Apple Orchard Resort.

Camp Thangdhar

The terrific campsite of Thangdhar is placed at an altitude of 8500 feet. Perched within the dense alpine forests, the campsite is located about 14 km from Dhanaulti. The trek to the campsite is worth every minute as the scenic view of the Himalayan Range that it holds is mesmerizing. There are many activities that are held here on Camp Thangdhar few of which include mountain climbing, biking, snow camping, snow walks, abseiling and trekking. The camp is open 24 hours and is ideal for solo, group as well as family camping. The entry fee for Camp Thangdhar is INR 1500 per person.

Camping in Dhanaulti

Dhanaulti Adventure Park

Adventure seekers can head to Dhanaulti Adventure Park for a thrilling experience they seek. This adventure park operates within the rustic environs and climate of the Dhanaulti and manages to take full advantage of it to its purpose. This purpose serves to fulfill as the perfect holiday adventure the travelers seek. With its thrilling adventure activities designed to suit every visitors need the Dhanaulti Adventure Park offers number of fun and sport events including Zip lining through forest thickets, rappelling, ATV rides, paragliding, skating, mountain climbing, trekking, outdoor camping, biking, Skywalk(made of bamboos, ropes and cable) and much much more. The location of this adventure park is strategically placed to provide full satisfaction and pleasure. The charges for Dhanaulti Adventure Park vary from INR 300 to INR 1500 depending upon the activities you wish to participate to.

Tehri Dam

Tehri Dam is located within the lush greenery amidst the scenic Dhanaulti hills. It is a popular picnic spot, especially among locals. One can enjoy various water activities here.

Hotels and Resorts in Dhanaulti

Hotel Royal Residency in Dhanaulti

Hotel Royal Residency is one of the popular hotels in Dhanaulti known for its exceptional service and budgetary rates. It is situated at the heart of the town and is considered to be one of the beat hotels in Dhanaulti. The location of this hotel is in panoramic surroundings and the room varieties serves to as per budget.The room tariff ranges from INR 2000 to INR 3000 with room types varying from standard room to budgetary room. 

Address and Contact Details of Hotel Royal Residency

Royal Residency

Main Road Dhanaulti, 

Dist.: Tehri Garhwal,

Uttarakhand - 249180

Telephone number: +91-1376-226280 / 226281

Email id:  info@royallresidency.com

Green Forest Resorts Dhanaulti

Green Forests Resort Dhanaulti is placed strategically amidst a 19 acres apple orchard in Dhanaulti on the Mussoorie - Dhanaulti road. This beautiful resort is roughly 2 km from Dhanaulti and is popular among travelers. The resort offers undisrupted view of the snowclad mountains and dense forestation along with a breathtaking sunrise. The Green Forests Resort offers cottages comprising of single room, double room, triple room and four rooms. These cottages are suitable for couples, family and friends. The cottage tariff ranges from INR 2000 to INR 6000.

Contact details of Green Forest Resorts Dhanaulti

Green Forest Resorts
Mussoorie - Dhanaulti Road,
Dhanolti,
Tehri Garhwal,
Uttarakhand - 249081
(India)

Telephone number: 07579070801

How to Reach Dhanaulti

Dhanaulti can be easily accessed by means of roads, railway and air. Located on the Mussoorie - Chamba road, Dhanaulti is strategically placed and is easily accessible by means of road, rail and air. The nearest airport for Dhanaulti is Jolly Grant Airport of Dehradun. The Jolly Grant Airport of Dehradun is about 80 km from Dhanaulti. This domestic airport is well connected with major cities and Delhi International Airport. There are many buses and private taxis that ply from this airport to Dhanaulti.


The nearest railway station for Dhanaulti is Dehradun which is 36 km away and Haridawar which is 78 km away. Buses and private taxis are available outside these railway stations that take you to Dhanaulti. Being placed on the Mussoorie Chamba road, many buses plying to Mussoorie, Chamba, Dehradun, Haridwar and Rishikesh stop at Dhanaulti. State buses and private buses from Delhi ply regularly to Dhanaulti.


Distance of Dhanaulti from Mussoorie - 60 km

Distance of Dhanaulti from Dehradun - 36 km

Distance of Dhanaulti from Chamba - 100 km

Distance of Dhanaulti from Shimla - 261 km

Distance of Dhanaulti from Rishikesh - 69 km

Distance of Dhanaulti to Pithoragarh - 480 km

Distance of Dhanaulti from Delhi - 300 km

Distance of Dhanaulti from Haridwar - 78 km

Namami Ganges Resort near Rishikesh

About Namami Ganges Resort near Rishikesh

Imagine the scenario when you plan a visit to some place to roam around and to enjoy the scenic surroundings, but end up enjoying most of the time right at the resort you stay! This is how it is when you stay at Namami Ganges Resort in Rishikesh. Namami Ganges Resort is a scenically placed resort in the state of Uttarakhand which welcomes you with an open heart to it's friendliness, level of comfort and elegant sophistication. The resort is placed strategically in the heart of Shivpuri in Rishikesh. It's cool and calm ambiance beckons you to relax in it's divinity.

Placed on the banks of River Ganges, the Namami Ganges Resort in Rishikesh is a fine example of health and relaxation. The resort is more focused on health and tranquility with it's promotion of green practices which leaves the guest's soul reviving. The natural gourmet of the this resort promises mouth-watering cuisines which are created from the best organic and fresh ingredients to offer their guests a delicious yet wholesome food experience. Apart from low calorie menus, one can also find nutritious kid menus and a wide range of local and seasonal flavors. The concept of dining at Namami Resort in Shivpuri focuses more on 'the pure essence of taste'. Other than indoor dining room, the resort also boasts of it's Tiki Bar with wide range of home-made natural cocktails and traditional frozen treats.

But this is not all! One facility that stands out to the guests of Namami Ganges Resort and is also one of the reason why the guest wouldn't want to leave the place is it's cliff-edge swimming pool which is considered to be a center-piece of the Resort. The swimming pool in this resort is placed on a cliff-edge of a riverside bedrock. The guests who spend time in this pool get to relax within the panoramic view of the River Ganges flowing by. And though there is a beautiful white sand beach nearby or there is also an option of enjoying a fine dip in the River Ganges, yet the guests end up enjoying most of their time in the pool. There is an al fresco seating arrangement made near the pool for an ultimate dining experience.

The health practices in Namami Ganges Resort is not only defined in the cuisine, but also within the guided meditation and yoga sessions tailored to meet the needs of their guests. The SPA treatments add up to the relaxing rituals and make the visit to this resort a complete rejuvenation package. All the rooms are designed beautifully with most of them offering a panoramic view of River Ganges. Rooms are bit over-priced but define elegance and richness. The Fruit and Juice Bar stands up to the guest's expectation with several fresh in-house cleansing juices and herb waters. Namami Ganges Resort could just turn out as a blessing in summer and be a perfect getaway to enjoy some quality time with family and friends.

Facilities at Hotel Namami Ganges Resort

- Elegant state of art rooms comprising of Presidential suites and Executive Suites.

- Housekeeping

- Room service

- Indoor Dining Restaurant

- Cocktail Bar

- Swimming pool

- Steam and Sauna

- SPA

- Yoga and Meditation

- Parking

- Laundry Service

Rates and Other Details of Namami Ganges Resort near Rishikesh

The resort offers well planned adventure packages which includes a 3 nights and 4 days Jungle package and 2 nights and 3 days Rafting package. The adventure package is charged INR 36000 which includes pickup and drop, stay, meal plan and planned activities. The rafting package is charged  INR 22000 which includes pickup and drop, stay, meal plan and planned activities. The SPA package is charged INR 22000 for 2 nights and 3 days with pickup and drop, stay, meal plan and planned activities. For more details please check the website provided below.

(Kindly note - Pickup and drop to airport or station)

Contact Details of Namami Ganges Resort near Rishikesh

Namami Ganges Resort 

Shivpuri, 

Patti Dogi, 

Tahsil Narender Nagar, 

Tihri Garhwal,

Rishikesh

Uttarakhand

Pincode - 249192  

India

Telephone number - +91-8650050875 / 7830180111

Website - Namami Ganges Resort