Tempting the weary souls and the free spirits to knit memories in the kaleidoscopic hills that surround the hill station, Dhanaulti has become one of the best weekend destinations for the tourists. Its proximity to Delhi, Dehradun and other cities has made it one of the best places to visit in holidays.
Beckoned by the snow-cloaked hills of Garhwal at 2,286 metres above sea level, Dhanaulti is one of the most visited hill stations of Uttarakhand. If you have a will to explore new places and tell about your expedition to your dear diary, then you can also visit some of the nearby hill stations such as Mussoorie, Kanatal, Chamba and Auli that are not too far from Dhanaulti.
Dhanaulti- A perfect destination for honeymooners, adventure lovers and weekenders
Blanketed by the glorious Garhwal Himalayas, Dhanaulti is a safe haven for nature addicts, honeymooners, adventure lovers and weekenders. This quaint hill station is alienated from the outside world and features calm and composed environs. You can go for long romantic walks, camp under the clear blue skies or enjoy bird watching, photography or have a shopping here.
Things to do in Dhanaulti
At Dhanaulti, you can capture the best sunrise and sunset with your significant other, bask in the terrains, go for a walk in the woods or just spend the day by reading a book by the fireplace and see the world unfurling itself. Visit some of the popular tourist attractions such as Aloo Khet and Dhanaulti Eco Park. Since Dhanaulti is the base point for many famous treks, you can have an affair with the less trodden Himalayan routes leading to Surkanda Devi Temple, Chandrabadni and Kunjapuri, the three Shaktipeeths of Devi Darshan triangle. Dhanaulti also promises several adventure activities such as mountain climbing, rappelling, zip line, sky walk and valley crossing for the adventure buffs to relish here.
Best Time to Visit Dhanaulti
The best time to visit Dhanaulti is between the months of March to June.
How to reach Dhanaulti
Nestled in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, Dhanaulti also spelt as Dhanolti is idyllically situated on the Mussoorie-Chamba road. The hill station is only 27 km from Mussoorie, 60 km from Dehradun and about 303 km from Delhi. Dehradun railway station at 60 km away is the nearest railhead from Dhanaulti. Jolly Grant airport at 87 km away is the closest airport from here.