Bhimtal

Bhimtal is the serene atmosphere of Uttarakhand, a serene oasis of peace for a serene atmosphere, a serene lake, and flourishing cultural life. Bhimtal, a hill station of plain nature, is a perfectly located getaway for tourists who also yearn for peace and adventure. Whatever activity you are engaged in with your effort to witness its natural beauty or attempt to check in to the best hotels in Bhimtal, something is falling into place that could never be ignored at every juncture. FusionStays has one of the best hotels and homestays in Bhimtal, where you can experience the best stay.

How to Reach Bhimtal

By Air: Bhimtal is accessible 58 km by air from Pantnagar Airport. Taxi and bus facilities connect Bhimtal from there.

By Train: The nearest railway headquarters, Kathgodam Railway Headquarters, is 22 km from Bhimtal. Delhi and Lucknow, both villages, are well within reach here.

By Road: By road as well, Bhimtal is not behind because it comes under the nearby cities of Nainital and Haldwani. Delhi to Bhimtal, 300 km, is easily accessible by operational buses and taxis during the day.

Best Time to Visit Bhimtal

Bhimtal is a destination one travels to every year but does not travel to Bhimtal in March, June, and September-November. Weather season is a climatic season. Thus, it is a good time for tourists and other outdoor sports to enjoy. The cold winter starts in December and the temperature drops to a low temperature of 3°C; thus, winter is a good tourist time for cold weather lovers.

Top destination spots in Bhimtal 

There are destination locations for each kind of Bhimtal. Some of the destination locations above are located at Bhimtal:

• Bhimtal Lake: Bhimtal is the best of Bhimtal. It is a beautiful lake with greens and recreation spots like boating, kayaking, and a nature walk on the lake shore.
• Bhimtal Island Aquarium: With such a cute teeny-weeny aquarium maintained in the lake, having extremely rare collections of family fishes to observe, it becomes completely flawless for a picnic game during the day.
• Victoria Dam: Victoria Dam of Bhimtal Lake has a peaceful garden and atmosphere and thus is heaven for any photography maniac.

Adventure and Cultural Experiences in Bhimtal

Aside from sightseeing, Bhimtal offers many adventures and cultural experiences to enjoy. Trekkers will enjoy the tortuous route of the trekking trails winding through emerald forests and beautiful hills. Boating and kayaking experiences in Bhimtal Lake are thrilling yet pacifying. For culture vultures, the temple of Bhimeshwar Mahadev, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is a highly revered place where devotees meet with souls thirsty for history. Local markets offer a glimpse into the area's rich tradition, where handicraft products from Kumaon and delicious local dishes are sold.