Dhanaulti Tourism

Dhanaulti Tourism With minimal human intrusion, without overloading or overwhelming your senses or expectations, Dhanaulti slowly seeps into your conscience like a long lost pleasant dream, bringing with it comfort and quiet, and giving you the much needed break from your humdrum routine life. Located at a distance of 62 km from Mussoorie, this little town in Uttarakhand is an offbeat destination located at a height of about 2200 meters above sea level. Download Dhanaulti PDF Guide > What's Great? Located within a close proximity to Mussoorie and Dehradun makes it easily accessible. It is a lovely little hamlet, with same scenic beauty as Mussoorie, only less crowded and more peaceful. What's not so Great? There are very few accommodation options in Dhanaulti, as the place is extremely small and is a bit off-beat. For Whom Off-beat travelers. Honeymooners and romantic vacationers. It is also an ideal weekend getaway for the people from nearby cities of Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

Camping in Dhanaulti There is something very calming and relaxing about escaping the place you see every day and taking a few treks through trails. Wide expanses of crystal water, awe-striking sceneries and breathing the freshness of nature in every step is what people come for in Dhanaulti. With an elevation of 2,286 meters above the sea level, adventure camping is a highly popular activity. Hundreds of travel companies including local and national ventures organise treks, rafting, hill climbing and foresting. The Burma Bridge is a popular camp spot for a perfect campfire experience. The glaciers of Bandarpoonch and Gangotri can be seen far away. Adventurers and photographers usually take an offbeat trek to these peaks from Dhanaulti An Offbeat Encounter With Nature Dhanaulti is best known for being the purest form of nature that it offers to its travelers. It is set at an elevation of 2,286 m, with the bewildering beauty of the Himalayan ranges in the backdrop. The untouched hamlet of Uttarakhand is a heaven to escape away from the over-commercialized tourist locations such as Mussoorie and Dehradun. Eco Park is the most famous destination in Dhanaulti. Under the authority of Uttarakhand forest Department, the park is divided into two parts - Amber and Dhara and houses a rich variety of animal and bird species amidst the woods of Deodar and Pines. It is definitely a retreat for nature lovers. Do not miss the sunset and sunrise from Eco Park, as it is one breath-taking scenery of nature.

One Day Itinerary Day 1:Arrive at Dehradun airport or railway station. Enjoy sightseeing and leisure activities in Dehradun for the day. Transfer to Dhanaulti in the evening.Day 2:Leave for a local tour after breakfast. Visit Eco Park, maintained by the Forest Department of Uttarakhand famous for its rich variety of flora and fauna. Afterward, visit the Surkanda Devi temple and Joranda waterfalls.Day 3:Check-out from the hotel. Continue your trip and head to Mussoorie.

Restaurants and Local Food in Dhanaulti Eating out options in Dhanaulti are limited, but you can be assured of the quality, since most of the produce is grown around the area itself. The Apple Orchard Resort and the Crown Plaza are the only available eating out options available in Dhanaulti. The restaurants serve a variety of dishes, including Indian, Italian, Chinese and Continental. Apart from these, you can head to the roadside dhabas that are available in plenty. Do not forget to try out the wide variety of apples available at the Apple Orchard Resort, for sale as well. View 2 Restaurants in Dhanaulti >>

Sep-Junis the best time to visit Dhanaulti September to June are the best months to visit Dhanaulti. Like other cooler hill stations, Dhanaulti has a good, temperate climate throughout the year. The harsher seasons are the monsoons and the winters, that are easily avoidable. Summers, at a comfortable 31 degrees maximum, are a perfect time to rewind and relax your senses here, with the assurance of a never before experienced vacation. Steer clear of the heavy monsoon months of July-August, as the slopes are dangerous, and commuting by road is nearly impossible. Weather in Dhanaulti Loading... Dhanaulti in Summer ( April-June ) The temperature remains pleasant throughout the year. The temperature in Summers does not rise above 30 degrees Celcius and can drop as low as 7 degrees Celcius. The day receives a good amount of sunlight and the night becomes colder and chiller. Dhanaulti in Monsoon ( July-September ) Monsoon isn?t considered a good time to visit Dhanaulti. Although, the place does not receive a very high amount of rainfall, but the rain showers effect the sightseeing and increase the chances of a cloud burst. Dhanaulti in Winter ( November-February ) The winters in Dhanaulti begin from the month of November. The temperature ranges between 7 and 1 degrees Celsius during the peak winters. December and January are the harshest months, as the temperature drops to 1-degree Celsius, and is extremely snowy and frosty. Best time visit is the month of February when the temperature begins to rise. You can also witness the snowfall (If lucky) during this period, else Dhanaulti is completely covered in the blanket of snow in the month of February. Monthly Weather in Dhanaulti Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 5 19 February 9 24 March 11 28 April 17 35 May 17 36 June 21 37 July 24 32 August 23 31 September 21 32 October 12 30 November 7 27 December 4 22