If you’d like to explore some new places, there are plenty of options for day trips and most of these places are located within 30-50 minutes from the cottage. You could plan to spend the day at Mukteshwar, which is famous for ‘chauli ki jaali’, the Mukteshwar Dham Temple and the Bhalu Gaad Waterfalls. There’s ofcourse the Kilmora shop, where you can stop by and pick up some local handicrafts and food items like preserves, squashes, local teas etc. Don’t forget to make a pit stop at the Café Chandi Maati for some great kumaoni delicacies.

Naukuchiyatal is another great place for a day out. Stop by this beautiful lake for a walk. Café by the Lake is a great place to hang out with friends. In season time, Naukichiyatal is also a hotspot for those who love Paragliding!

Nainital is also a mere 20 kms away from where we are. Needless to say there is plenty and more to do and see. If nothing else, on a breezy day, the perfect thing to do is to go for a boat ride on the lake or just shop around the little Tibetan market that sells all kinds of woolens and souveneir items as takeaways. If you are craving a nice continental or Chinese lunch, do make sure to go to Sakley’s for a meal. Pots & Stones, located right next door is also good for Shakes & Sandwiches! Besides that, if you are a history buff, Nainital has so much to offer. The British touch is evident on most of the iconic buildings of that era. The Raj Bhawan/ Governor’s House is a perfect example of that.Go to Tiffin Top for spectacular views of this old hill town. There’s also the ancient Naina Devi Temple which is visited by a lot of tourists.

Another great place for bird watchers and those who love the outdoors is Sattal. Located about 10 kms away from The White Peaks, Sattal has 7 interconnected fresh water lakes ( Purna Tal, Ram Tal, Sita Tal, Laxman Tal, Sukha Tal, Nal Damayanti Tal, & Garun Tal )that make for a serene and peaceful getaway. The place boasts of more than 500 species of native and migratory birds and about 525 species of butterflies. A great place to spot Barbets, Woodpeckers, Kingfishers, Parakeets and Eagles. And if you love a bit of adventure, you could certainly do some kayaking and other exciting outdoor activities like Flying Fox or Rock Climbing.