The Great Barbet- Cottage Attic Room

The Great Barbet is tucked away in the hamlet of Pangot located in the northwestern forest range of Nainital. It is 15 kms from Nainital and is an important migration route for birds. The attic cottage room is built with pinewood, well decorated and furnished with a double bed and two floor mattresses in the attic with an attached bathroom with 24/7 hot & cold water facility. One can enjoy the beautiful view of the valley from the room itself. There is a sweet little café serving delicious food. We have named ourselves after The Great Himalayan Barbet, a beautiful resident bird found in the mid-altitude of the Himalayan forests. One of the noticeable features of this bird is its vibrant colours which we have used as a theme for our cottages and cafe. Pangot is well known for its birds, many bird watchers from around the world visit every year to watch the variety of the Himalayan species found here. It is also our attempt to promote this magical village as a pioneer bird watching and to support Naina Devi Birds Conservation Reserve. The Great Barbet has been built with an idea to provide a comfortable and memorable stay to the travellers. The rooms are cozy and we have tried our best to provide all the facilities and amenities to make your stay a relaxed and memorable one. We have two single and two double attic rooms built by using local pinewood to keep the energy in synchronization with the human body and soul. The cottages are built in a vintage style with walnut polish on the outside and natural wood texture inside to enhance the warmth and comfort; the interiors are carefully designed to induce a sound and peaceful sleep. All the cottages give you a breathtaking view of the valley. Guest can Access: • Cafe • Terrace • Garden Area Guests will be welcomed to join the host whenever they wish to, however the guests can also choose to have complete privacy. The activities here are numerous as mentioned below: Bird Watching: More than 290 species of birds have been recorded in the area. One can have excellent birding opportunities in the lodge itself. Besides, there are numerous walks through the terrace fields into thickly wooded oak forest which are extremely rewarding. We arrange for the services of a bird guide and use of bird hides on a chargeable basis. Treks: China peak (2611 meters) is one of the highest peaks in Nainital. Since the biotope is of thick forest, this is a sheer trekker’s delight. Day treks/Overnight and 2-3 night treks are organized with all equipment and staff. The most popular trek is the old trail from Pangot to Corbett via Kunjakharak and Akashkanda. We arrange for the services of a trekking guide on a chargeable basis. Boating: Nainital, which is just 15 km away from Pangot, is famous for boating. Yachts, paddle boats and rowing boats are available on hourly basis. Horse riding: Horse riding is one of the most interesting activities in Nainital to visit scenic spots such as Dorothy Seat, Land's End and Tiffin Top. A Three-day horse riding tour is also conducted from Corbett Park to Pangot. Shopping: The Tibetan market along the edge of the lake is very popular for curios and candles. Picnic: Kilbury is a nice and quiet place to get panoramic views of the snow clad mountains. You may go with packed lunch and enjoy the flora and fauna of this place. By Road • Drive from Delhi via Kathgodam and Nainital: 8 hour Drive from Delhi via Ramnagar (Corbett National Park) and Kaladungi: 7½ hours. By Train • Overnight air-conditioned train from Old Delhi railway station (departing at 2235 hr.) to Ramnagar (arriving at 0500 hr.) and then 2½ hr. drive to Pangot via Kaladungi. • There are now day trains to Kathgodam and Ramnagar as well. By Air • The closest airport is the Patnagar Airport approximately 75 kms. • No extra charge for children below 5 years . • The rate is inclusive of stay only.