Shikhar Nature Resort
Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand.
Shikhar Nature Resort is conveniently located 5 km from Uttarkashi on the way to Gangotri - at an altitude of 1150 Mt. The resort is spread around 4 acres of lush green terrace fields surrounded by cliff mountains and situated right on the river bank of Bhagirathi. The Resort is a perfect place for a cool retreat from the noise and pollution of the plains.

The valley brings in sweet breeze with pristine atmosphere full of natural beauty. One can simply relax and enjoy the stay.

The Resort is base for exploring some lovely treks, like Dodital, Nachiketal, and can have day trip to Gangotri 94 kms from the Resort. From Gangotri one can trek to Gaumukh, Tapovan etc.

The Resort is in operation during the period of 01 March- 15 October (i.e. Pre & Post Monsoon summer months only).

 

Accommodation

At Shikhar Nature Resort we have 18 swiss tents of size12ft x 12 ft with attached bath. We have permanent bathrooms with western style toilets, showers & running cold water throughout the day. Hot water is provided in the morning. These are twin bedded and has the space to fit in one extra bed. These tents are provided with clean beds, blankets, bed sheets/pillows, chairs and tea table, bed side table.

 

Dining & Kitchen

In order to make you feel at home & at the same time offer you high class cuisine's, our kitchen staff is well trained in their respective area. We serve Buffet meals. There is a wide range of vegetarian cuisine's you can choose from - Indian/ Chinese/ Continental. Non-veg is not allowed in Uttarkashi area due to the Holy shrine of Gangotri.
 

Activities In & Around SNR

River Crossing at Asi Ganga : 3-4 hours.

Rappelling at Tekhla natural rocks: 8 km drive from Resort. At training area of Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM). Time required 3- 4 hours.

Artifical Rock Climbing at NIM Campus: Drive 8 km to NIM Campus.Time required 4-5 hours.

Out Door Team Building : Exciting group activities conducted at the Resort. Time required approx 1 hour for each activity.

Uttarkashi City Tour: Visit Vishwanath Temple, Himalaya Museum, Local Market.

Yoga, Meditation and Stress relieving sessions: Every morning and evening for 1-2 hours at the resort. Inhouse Games: Volleyball / Badminton / Table Tennis/ Carrom / Chess & Cricket.

Evening entertainment: Bonfire / music & Movies/Documentaries. (choose from wildlife movies, mountaineering documentaries, children movies & other English/Hindi movies).
 

Easy Hikes/Treks

Trek to Ayana Devi Valley: 3-4 hours up/down, Nature Walks : (1-2 hr. in Morning & evenings)
Other Treks: Trek to Satrishi Tal at Hasril- 01 night/ 02 days trek
Dodital Trek: 05 Days
Gaumukh Trek: 06 Days and MANY MORE....(for details pls refer to our activities page)

Climate
April-mid June and September-October are some of the best months to visit Uttarkashi and surrounding areas. Summers are quite lovely and pleasant. During July-August the region receives good amount of rainfall.

Travel Tips
Following is the check list of items to be brought along:
Flash light, Comfortable sports Shoes, Comfortable clothes. Personal toiletries. Personal medical kit, Warm pullover/jacket for the evenings. Sun shade cap.

 

Sightseeing and Excursions

Half Day Sightseeing - Uttarkashi:

Vishwanath Temple
This temple devoted to Lord Shiva is situated approx. 300 mts away from the local market of Uttarkashi. It was renovated by Maharani Khaneti, wife of Sudarshan Shah in 1857. The main attraction of this temple is the shivling, which is around 60 cm high & 90 cm in circumference.

NIM Campus
Located 3 kms from the town is Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, one of the leading National Institute responsible for imparting and inculcating the spirit of adventure among the youth of the country. It is known for conducting technical mountaineering and other adventure courses throughout the year. Bachendri Pal, India’s first women Everester is a proud student of NIM.

Himalayan Museum
Located within NIM Campus is Himalaya Museum ,the only museum of its kind in the whole Garhwal. A wide display of Mountaineering equipment's, history of various expeditions, photos of climbers, peaks etc. are beautifully displayed there. Close to the Himalaya museum is the NIM souvenir shop from where one can buy interesting items.

Day Excursions
GANGOTRI: (One of the holy shrines of Char dham)
Located at 3050 mts and 95 kms from Uttarkashi, its one of the holy shrines of Char Dham. This picturesque pilgrimage in the hinterlands of Himalayas, has the temple of Lord Ganges, beautifully located on the banks of the river Bhagirathi. Enroutre visit sulphur springs at Gagnani.

Attactions:
Gauri Kund Falls.
Gangotri Temple.
Starting point for Trek to Gaumukh and Tapovan.
Excellent view of peaks like Mt Myatri, Mt Sudershan, Mt Sri Kanth.
GAGNANI: (Famous for Hot Sulphur springs)
Approximately 39 kms from Uttarkashi is Gagnani (1855 Mt), a small village known for hot sulphur springs, which have medicinal qualities. A small pool is being constructed where people can take a hot bath and rejuvenate themselves.

HARSIL: (A Village known for panoramic view & Apple orchids)
At an average elevation of 2600 Mt. Harsil is a village with panoramic view, having Apples, Orchids & old temples. Situated amidst the incredible mountain peaks, Harsil is counted amongst some of the most beautiful places in the Garhwal region. It is also the base for short trek to Satrishi Tal. Enroute have excellent mountain views from Dharali.

Attractions:
Visit to Tibetan Monastery and the small Tibetan village.
Short walking visit to Mukhba village to see the replica of Gangotri Temple.

Location
Important Distances
Delhi- Uttarkashi: 399 kms
Mussorie- Uttarkashi: 140 kms
Rishikesh-Uttarkashi: 170 kms
Uttarkashi- Gangotri: 95 kms

How to reach
By Train: Shatabdi Train from Delhi, which has daily morning service to Haridwar (D:0710/ A:1120) & then take a taxi/ jeep for Uttarkashi.(195 km).

BY Car: While coming from Delhi, Either drive from Delhi to Uttarkashi which is about 399 kms
By Bus: You can take a direct bus to Uttarkashi from Dehradun Or Rishikesh
Route from Delhi to Shikhar Nature Resort is: (Delhi - Rorkee - Haridwar - Rishikesh - Narendernagar - Chamba - Dharasu - Uttarkashi)
BY Air: You can take a flight from Delhi to Dehradun and then drive to Uttarkshi.

Tariff 2009
Deluxe Swiss Cottage Tents (Bed + Breakfast Basis)

Single Occupancy -
Rs.2750/- per night
Double Occupancy -
Rs.3300/- per night
Extra Bed -
Rs.600 per night

Meal Rate
Breakfast - Rs.250/- per person
Lunch - Rs.250/- per person
Dinner -Rs.300/- per person
Taxes Extra

Packages
Family Holiday (02 Nights/03 Days)
Package Cost: Rs. 4,600/- per person
Cost of Additional night: Rs.1,750/- per person
Day trip to Gangotri: Rs.800/- per person
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive Uttarkashi
Upon arrival at camp located at the Bank of River Bhagirathi (Ganges), welcome tea/coffee and allotment of the tents. Evening at leisure. Dinner & Overnight at the Resort

Family Holiday (02 Nights/03 Days)
Package Cost: Rs.4,600/- per person
Cost of Additional night: Rs.1,750/- per person
Day trip to Gangotri: Rs.800/- per person.

Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive Uttarkashi
Upon arrival at camp located at the Bank of River Bhagirathi (Ganges), welcome tea/coffee and allotment of the tents. Evening at leisure. Dinner & Overnight at the Resort

The price includes the following:
Accommodation for 02 nights in Swiss deluxe tents on twin Sharing Basis, Meals : 02 Breakfast + 02 Lunch/Dinner. (Non Veg. meals are not served), 01 Child age below 12 Years is Complimentary with extra bed with the Parents. Half Day Sightseeing of Uttarkashi, including Vishwanath Temple, NIM, Himalaya Museum with an escort. Half day nature walk with an escort. Morning & evening tea/coffee with snacks. Use of in-house games like Volleyball, Badminton, Carrom, Chess & Cricket. Taxes Extra

Child Policy:
Second Child between 05-12 Years will be charged 50% of the Package Cost.
Child Below 5 Years is Complimentary.

03 Nights / 04 Days Package
Splendour of Uttranchal (03 Nights / 04 Days Package*)
Package Cost: Rs. 8200 per person
* Subject to minimum of 4 persons traveling together.

Itinerary:
Day 01: Delhi- Uttarkashi
Early Morning drive to Uttarkashi via Rishikesh.
Upon arrival at camp, welcome tea/coffee and allotment of the tents. Bonfire dinner & Over night stay at Camp.

Day 02: Uttarkashi
Early Morning wake up call for yoga & meditation. After breakfast proceed for a day trip to Gangotri with packed lunch. Enroute visit Gangani (Noted for its Sulphur springs and close-up views of famous mountain peaks) and Kali Ghati & Harsil (A panoramic village with Apple orchids & Old Temples). Arrive Uttarkashi & Camp fire dinner. Over Night at Camp.

Day 03: Uttarkashi
Breakfast at the resort. Later proceed for sightseeing of Uttarkashi- visit Nehru Institute of Mountaineering , Vishwanath temple ( this temple is devoted to Lord Shiva. The main attraction of this temple is the Shivling which is 60 cm high & 90 cm circumference). Evening, explore the nature through a walk in the nearby mountains. Overnight at Camp.

Day 04: Uttarkashi- Delhi
Morning after breakfast drive back to Delhi, while visiting Rishikesh enroute.

The price includes the following: Accommodation for 03 nights in Swiss deluxe tents on twin sharing basis. Meals: 03 Breakfast + 03 Lunch/Dinner. (Non Veg. meals are not served), 01 Child age between 05-12 Years is Complimentary with extra bed with the Parents. Day trip to Gangotri in a non A/c vehicle with an escort.
Half Day Sightseeing of Uttarkashi, includes Vishwanath Temple, NIM, Himalaya Museum with an escort. Half day nature walk with an escort. Morning & evening tea/coffee with snacks. 01 Mineral water in each tent. Mineral water/Soft Drinks with all meals. Use of in-house games like Volleyball, Badminton, Carrom, Chess & Cricket.
Taxes Extra

Child Policy:
Second Child between 05-12 Years will be charged 50% of the Package Cost.
Child Below 5 Years is Complimentary.

   
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