Trails
Karkotak Trek
A guided hike towards Karkotak, with a leader accompanying you along the trail.
- 3–5 hrs
- Easy to moderate
Bhimtal · Uttarakhand
A place to stay.
A way to experience Kumaon.
A small Swiss-tent stay in Vinayak, Bhimtal — with boats, adventures, scooters, trails and plenty of Kumaon to explore.
More than a stay
Stay here, then go experience Kumaon.
Take a boat across Bhimtal Lake. Walk through a village. Hike Karkotak. Take a scooter towards Mukteshwar. Try kayaking. Cross a river. Or simply sit outside your tent and do absolutely nothing.
You choose the pace.
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Kumaon Canopy — Vinayak
A little world in the hills.
Four cozy Swiss tents. A little open space. Trees all around. A seasonal stream nearby.
Kumaon Canopy is a peaceful base in Vinayak, Bhimtal — close enough to explore, quiet enough to slow down.
Vinayak, Bhimtal · Uttarakhand
Explore Your StayYour canopy awaits
Four Swiss tents.
One simple idea.
Make camping feel comfortable. Each tent has a double bed, private bathroom, hot water, heating, Wi-Fi, a fan and its own outdoor space.
See the tentsGo beyond the canopy
Experiences
Kumaon is much bigger than the four tents you're staying in. Because we know the region, you don't have to figure everything out yourself.
Hike. Boat. Ride. Explore. Slow down. Pick what feels like you.
Trails
Paritaal Trek
A Paritaal trek of around three hours, for those who like a bit of a climb.
- ~3 hrs
- Moderate
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Ghorakhal
A short, easy Kumaon outing around Ghorakhal.
- 1–2 hrs
- Easy
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Chanfi
Head towards Chanfi for a slower side of Kumaon.
- ~2 hrs
- Easy
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Sattal Hidamba
A short outing around Sattal.
- ~2 hrs
- Easy
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Village Walk
Take a walk around Hairiya Gaon and see a quieter, everyday side of Kumaon.
Add village walk
Explore
Lok Sangrah Folk Museum
A private folk culture museum above Bhimtal, founded by Dr Yashodhar Mathpal in 1983.
Add Lok Sangrah
Explore
Aquarium Island Cafe
Visit the island in the middle of Bhimtal Lake, home to an aquarium and a café.
Add the island
Water
Boating on Bhimtal Lake
Our own boating on Bhimtal Lake — pedal boats, rowing boats and kayaks.
- ~1 hr
Water
Kayaking on Bhimtal Lake
Get out on the lake and see Bhimtal from the water.
Book kayaking
Water
Water Cycling
Pedal your way across the lake on a water cycle.
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Adventure
River Crossing
An adventure experience at Sattal or Naukuchiatal, operated and facilitated by Kumaon Canopy.
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Adventure
Paragliding
An aerial adventure at Pandey Gaon that can be added to your trip.
Add paragliding
Rides
Scooter Rental
Take the long way. Our own scooters, delivered to the Canopy, for self-drive exploring.
Rent a scooter
Rides
A Day Out With a Driver
See more of Kumaon. We can arrange a vehicle and driver for Nainital and the surrounding region.
Plan a day out
Nights
Bonfire in Canopy
Common bonfires on selected nights, weather permitting — or a private fire of your own.
Add a private bonfire
The table
Simple food, part of the stay.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks for staying guests, with Kumaoni and North Indian options. Fixed and à la carte, and you can pre-order.
At the tableNature.
Comfort.
Together.
Something between a hotel and a traditional campsite. Cozy. Comfortable. A little adventurous.
Our storyAround the Canopy
Kumaon is waiting
Bhimtal
The lake closest to the Canopy, and where our boats are.
Sattal
A short outing, and river crossing when conditions allow.
Karkotak
A guided hike of three to five hours.
Mukteshwar
The road the Canopy sits close to — and a good one for a scooter.
Naukuchiatal
River crossing, weather and safety permitting.
Hairiya Gaon
The village around the Canopy.
Guest stories
Your stories will live here.
Stayed with us? Tag @kumaoncanopy — we'd love to see Kumaon through your eyes.
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Notes from Kumaon
Come for the stay. Leave with a story.
Your Kumaon story starts here.
You don't need a packed itinerary. Just come. We'll help you figure out the rest.