Uttarakhand's Cedar Forest Camping Hub

Kanatal Trip
From Delhi

330 km from Delhi · Surkanda Devi Temple · Tehri Lake View · Deodar Forests
Dense cedar forests, riverside camps and quiet valley views — Kanatal is Garhwal's most peaceful weekend escape near Mussoorie.

2 Nights · 3 Days
330 km from Delhi
7,000 ft altitude
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Kanatal Tour Packages

2 Nights · 3 Days from Delhi — cab, verified stay, guided viewpoint trail & 24/7 support. Zero surprise charges.

Basic Plan
Cedar Forest Escape
2 Nights · 3 Days | Min 2 Persons
₹6,499
/person
  • Private cab Delhi → Kanatal → Delhi
  • 2 nights budget guesthouse / homestay
  • Daily breakfast & dinner
  • Surkanda Devi Temple & Kanatal viewpoint visit
  • Detailed trip itinerary provided
  • 24/7 on-trip support
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Standard Plan
Kanatal Camping & Lake Trail
2 Nights · 3 Days | Solo to Group
₹9,999
/person
  • Private cab Delhi → Dehradun → Mussoorie → Kanatal → Delhi
  • 1 night riverside camp + 1 night cedar-forest cottage
  • All meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
  • Surkanda Devi Temple, Tehri Lake viewpoint, Dhanaulti, Chamba market
  • Guided deodar forest walk + Surkanda Devi trek
  • Dedicated trip manager + 24/7 support
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Premium Plan
Luxury Camp & Cottage
2 Nights · 3 Days | Couple / Group
₹13,999
/person
  • Luxury cab — Innova Crysta or equivalent
  • Premium cottage / resort with valley view
  • All meals with in-camp bonfire evening
  • Customised itinerary + private local guide
  • Zip-line / valley crossing adventure activity
  • Photography session + all local permits
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Day-by-Day Plan

2N 3D Kanatal Itinerary

Your Kanatal journey begins the moment we pick you up from Delhi. A comfortable drive through Dehradun and Mussoorie brings you into Garhwal's quiet cedar country — a small hillside hamlet on the Mussoorie-Chamba road known for its dense deodar forests, camping meadows and views of Tehri Lake. Over the next two days you'll trek up to Surkanda Devi Temple, walk through silent pine and cedar woods, catch a glimpse of the Tehri Lake from a viewpoint, browse the Chamba market, and simply breathe the mountain quiet. Every detail is handled — you just need to show up.
1

Delhi → Kanatal

Departure · Scenic Drive · Arrival & Evening Bonfire

  • Early morning pickup from Delhi (5–6 AM)
  • Drive via Meerut → Roorkee → Dehradun → Mussoorie
  • Breakfast & lunch stops en route
  • Arrive Kanatal by evening; check-in to your camp/cottage
  • Evening stroll through the cedar & pine forest
  • Bonfire dinner under a clear mountain sky
2

Surkanda Devi & Tehri Lake View

Temple Trek · Dhanaulti · Deodar Forest Walk

  • Morning trek (~2 km) to Surkanda Devi Temple for panoramic Himalayan views
  • Drive to a Tehri Lake viewpoint for sweeping reservoir views
  • Visit Dhanaulti's Eco Park & deodar forest trail
  • Optional zip-line / valley crossing at the adventure camp
  • Afternoon free for a quiet cafe hop or rest
  • Evening bonfire and stargazing session
3

Chamba Market → Delhi Departure

Local Market · Check-out · Drive Home

  • Leisurely breakfast at the camp/cottage
  • Short stop at Chamba market for local woollens & pahadi snacks
  • Check-out and drive back via Mussoorie & Dehradun
  • Dinner stop en route (on request)
  • Drop back at Delhi by late evening, mind well and truly rested 🌲
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Where You'll Stay

Camps, Cottages & Resorts in Kanatal

Kafall-verified stays — from cozy budget homestays to premium forest-view camps.

Budget Homestay Kanatal
₹1,700/night
Budget Homestay
Local Family Stay · Near Chamba Road
Home Cooked MealsHot WaterQuiet Location
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Riverside Camp Kanatal
₹2,500/night
Riverside Camp
Swiss Tents · Near Stream
Bonfire Incl.Meals on RequestAttached Toilets
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Cedar View Cottage Kanatal
₹3,600/night
Cedar View Cottage
Wooden Cottage · Forest Edge
Attached BathBreakfast Incl.Fireplace
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Valley View Resort Kanatal
₹4,600/night
Valley View Resort
Premium Rooms · Private Garden
Himalayan ViewAll MealsFireplace
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Adventure Camp Kanatal
₹5,200/night
Adventure Base Camp
Luxury Tents · Zip-line on Site
Adventure ActivitiesAll MealsGuided Treks
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Premium Boutique Resort Kanatal
₹6,200+/night
Premium Boutique Resort
Designer Cottage · Full Concierge
Panoramic ViewFireplaceConcierge
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Ass-Pass Ki Jagah

Nearby Places to Explore Around Kanatal

Kanatal ke aas-paas ghoomne layak kuch best jagah — hamare packages mein ye sab cover hoti hain.

Surkanda Devi Temple
~10 km
Surkanda Devi Temple
Ridge-top Shakti Peeth temple, ~2 km ka short trek, yahan se Himalayan range aur Doon valley ka 360° view milta hai.
Dhanaulti
~15 km
Dhanaulti
Deodar aur oak forests ke liye mashhoor hill town, Eco Park aur Camel's Back viewpoint ke liye popular.
Tehri Lake
~35 km
Tehri Lake (New Tehri)
India ki sabse badi artificial lake, boating aur water sports ke liye jaani jaati hai — viewpoint se hi shaandar nazara milta hai.
Chamba
~8 km
Chamba
Local market town — pahadi shawls, honey, jams aur handicrafts ke liye best jagah, wapas jaate waqt short stop.
Kaddukhal
~5 km
Kaddukhal
Surkanda Devi trek ka base point, apple orchards aur quiet meadows se ghira chhota sa junction village.
Mussoorie
~40 km
Mussoorie
"Queen of Hills" — Mall Road, Kempty Falls aur Gun Hill, chahen to extra day ke saath easily cover ho jaata hai.
Exclusions
  • 5% GST extra on all packages
  • Extra drinks, cafe bills & snacks
  • Zip-line / adventure activity charges (if opted separately)
  • Travel insurance and personal benefits
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions
  • Cost escalation due to weather or road conditions
Things to Pack
  • Heavy woollens / jacket (Kanatal stays cool year-round)
  • Comfortable trekking shoes for the Surkanda Devi trail
  • Water bottle + light snacks for the trek
  • Umbrella / raincoat (monsoon months)
  • Torch/flashlight for evening camp walks
  • Sunscreen, lip balm & sunglasses
  • Mobile power bank
  • Basic personal medical kit
  • Camera for the forest & lake views
  • Woollen cap, gloves & scarf for winter trips
Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Kanatal is a small hill town in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, on the Mussoorie-Chamba road, at an altitude of about 2,135 meters (7,000 ft). It's known for its dense deodar cedar forests and camping culture.
Kanatal is approximately 330 km from Delhi by road. The journey takes around 8–9 hours via Meerut, Roorkee, Dehradun and Mussoorie — comfortably done in a single day.
By road: Delhi → Meerut → Roorkee → Dehradun → Mussoorie → Kanatal. Kafall provides private cab transfers directly from Delhi. By rail: Take a train to Dehradun, then a cab to Kanatal (~80 km).
March–June offers pleasant weather, perfect for camping and forest walks. September–November brings the clearest post-monsoon skies. December–February is chilly with regular snowfall, ideal for a cosy bonfire evening.
Kanatal is famous for its dense deodar and oak forests, camping and bonfire experiences, the Surkanda Devi Temple trek nearby, valley crossing / zip-line adventure activities, and its proximity to Tehri Lake and Mussoorie.
Yes — the forest walks and viewpoints are gentle, though the Surkanda Devi trek involves some stairs. Overall, Kanatal suits families, older travellers and anyone looking for a relaxed camping-style getaway.
Camping and bonfire evenings, the Surkanda Devi Temple trek, deodar forest walks, a Tehri Lake viewpoint visit, Dhanaulti's Eco Park, and zip-line / valley crossing adventure activities at select camps.
Yes, Kanatal receives regular snowfall in December–February and is one of the more reliable snow spots near Delhi, making it popular for winter camping trips.
Yes — from simple homestays (₹1,700/night) and riverside camps to premium boutique resorts with panoramic valley views (₹6,200+/night). Kafall partners only with verified, quality-checked properties.
Popular nearby spots include Surkanda Devi Temple (~10 km), Dhanaulti (~15 km), Chamba (~8 km), Tehri Lake (~35 km), Kaddukhal (~5 km) and Mussoorie (~40 km) — most are covered in our Standard and Premium packages.
Getting There

Delhi to Kanatal Route

A comfortable 330 km drive through Dehradun and Mussoorie — easily covered in a single day.

1Delhi
2Meerut
3Roorkee
4Dehradun
5Mussoorie
6Kanatal
330 kmTotal Distance
8–9 hrsDrive Time
NH-334Main Highway
Direct RouteNo Halt Needed
Real Experiences

What Travellers Say

170+ Kanatal trips — here's what our guests remember most.

★★★★★
"Waking up inside a tent with cedar trees all around and a bonfire crackling the night before — Kanatal camping was everything I hoped for."
A
Aditya Sharma
Delhi · Solo Trip
★★★★★
"The Surkanda Devi trek was short but the view at the top was unreal — you can see the whole Doon valley and snow peaks together."
S
Shreya & Karan
Gurgaon · Couple Trip
★★★★☆
"Tehri Lake viewpoint was a lovely surprise add-on — didn't expect such a massive lake in the mountains. Kafall planned the whole day well."
P
Priyanka Joshi
Chandigarh · Group of 4
★★★★★
"Short drive from Delhi, big payoff. The deodar forest walk in the morning mist was one of the most peaceful things I've done."
R
Rahul Mehta
Noida · Friends Trip
★★★★★
"Took my parents for a relaxed weekend — cottage was warm and comfortable, no strenuous walking needed. Kafall handled everything smoothly."
M
Meenakshi Rawat
Delhi · Family Trip
★★★★★
"Our small team offsite chose Kanatal for the camping vibe, and it delivered — zip-line, bonfire, and zero network distractions."
V
Varun Kapoor
Gurgaon · Corporate Group
★★★★★
"As a solo traveller, the riverside camp felt completely safe and the caretakers were warm. Loved the quiet forest sounds at night."
N
Neha Thapar
Delhi · Solo Female
★★★★★
"We got light snowfall in January — sitting by the fireplace watching it fall through the cedar trees was magical."
K
Kartik Bhargava
Jaipur · Friends Group

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