Bhimtal is a lake city named after Bhima, the fascinating mythological character of Mahabharata. Bhimtal is located at an altitude of nearly 1,370 metres from the sea level. The city is on a close vicinity from Nainital and is gaining its popularity with each day since the hotels offers cheaper rates than Nainital. Bhimtal offers splendid views of nature. In contrast to Nainital which is always crowded Bhimtal is an idyllic place which is less crowded. It is a perfect place for weekend getaway as it offers plenty of activities such as water sport opportunities for amateurs with paddling and boating facilities. Tourists can also enjoy nature walks and adventurous trekking at Bhimtal. Bhimtal also attracts pilgrimage tourists by some of the holy temples where many devotees flock for paying obeisance. One of the prominent places of faith is the 17th century Bhimeshwar temple, showcasing the entangled architecture.
Boating
The Bhimtal region is home to 3 beautiful lakes – Bhimtal, Sat Tal, and Naukuchiatal. These lakes are visited by tourists for the purpose of boating. If you are wondering what to do in Bhimtal then, boating is an excellent choice. A boat ride to the Bhimtal island in the middle of the lake is undoubtedly a wonderful experience.
Drive to Ramgarh
A lovely winding one hour drive from Naukuchiatal to Ramgarh offers interesting vistas all the way. Deep valleys with stepped terraces, distant hills and tall pine trees give a glimpse of the beautiful landscape.
Visit the seven lakes of Sattal
Sattal Lake, a few kilometres away from Naukuchiatal, leaves most of its visitors speechless with its sheer beauty. It will take a while before you gain your composure after taking a long glance of this place.
Explore the serene Bhimtal
While Naukuchitalal has colourful boats on its lake, Bhimtal, a short drive away, is known for its shikaras. Possessing an old world charm, this town is beautiful and its pedestrian roads are the quite the highlight.
Paraglide over Naukuchiatal
When in Naukuchiatal, the quirkiest way to explore is to have a bird’s view of this quaint hill station. Paragliding over the landscape of Naukuchiatal is definitely an exhilarating experience.
Explore the serene Naukuchiatal Lake
A pedal boat ride on the cold shimmering waters of Naukuchiatal is a surreal experience and it is highly likely that your mind would wander away amidst the gorgeous waterscape.
Camping And Stargazing
The pleasant weather and salubrious environment here make camping in the open one of the fun activities in Bhimtal. To make the whole experience even more engaging and comprehensively interesting, the travelers can also gaze at the star-studded sky while camping.
Hiking And Trekking
The lakes are surrounded by lush green forests and hills that are ideal for outdoor activities like hiking or trekking. Adventure seekers and nature lovers can take short treks in these verdant hills.
Sightseeing
The sightseeing tour of the tourist attractions of Bhimtal includes visits to the famous temples, lakes, and other natural wonders of the region. These include Bhimtal Lake and Island, Victoria Dam, Hidimba Parvat, Bhimeshwar Mahadev Temple, Hanuman Garhi temple, Nag Temple, and Folk Culture Museum.
Shopping
Street shopping is one of the best things to do around Bhimtal. The city streets of Bhimtal and the Mall Road in Nainital (located 22 km from Bhimtal) are lined with small shops that sell statues, carpets, jewelry, Garhwali paintings, handmade candles, and organic products.
