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Saattal

(4000 Ft Above Sea Level)

Uttarakhand | India
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Saattal is categorised as Lakeside / Bird Watching


Sattal Lake (Nivalink Trip Dated - 27 February 2007)
Photo Courtesy - Sattal Birding Lodge (Nivalink Trip Dated - 26 March 2010)

Reasons to Visit
  • Sattal (4,000 ft) is a collection of seven interconnected freshwater lakes, located in the Kumaon Lake region
  • Sattal lakes are surrounded by pine and oak forests.
  • Large portion of the forests around Sattal are protected, the area is rich in birdlife and is also a great place for nature walks and butterfly watching.
  • Sattal is a recommended bird watching destination
  • The rugged mountainous region around Sattal offers several trekking, rappelling and biking opportunities for the adventure lovers.
Recommendations
  • Bird watching Destinations in Kumaon region in Uttarakhand"Bhimtal and Sattal are twin lakes in Kumaon visited for Bird watching and a nature centric experience. 400+ resident and migratory birds, 20 species of mammals (excluding rodents) more than 525 species of butterflies and 11,000 plus species of moths, beetles, bugs and other insects are found around the area."
  • Lakeside Getaways of Kumaon in Uttarakhand"Sattal (4,000 ft) is a collection of seven interconnected freshwater lakes, located in the Kumaon Lake region. Sattal is home to some idyllic lakeside getaways and reocmmended for bird watchers, honeymooners and quiet getaway seekers."
Access Information

Saattal has 15 Hotels approved and listed with Nivalink

CategoryCount
Mid-segment3
Premium11
Experiential1
Type of HotelsCount
Hotel8
Resort5
Bungalow2

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1 verified holiday itineraries are listed for Saattal

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Holiday (7 or more)1

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Holiday

  • Kumaon Bird watching itinerary (7 Nights)

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Saattal has 4 Transport services that can be booked online. Click here for reviewing and booking them.

Day Sightseeing

ServicesRates Starting From
Day visit Kathgodam to Bhimtal and backRs. 2357

Point to Point Transport

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup from Moradabad and Drop to SaattalRs. 2889
Transfers between Pangot and SaattalRs. 2945

Railway Station Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Car hire - Transfers between Dhikuli / Jhirna and Bhimtal / Sattal / NaukuchiatalRs. 3521

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Saattal has 1 Add Ons approved and listed with Nivalink.

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Bird Watching1

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Bird Watching

Services Rates Starting From
Full Day Guided Bird Watching in Bhimtal / SattalRs. 2500

4 Travel Ideas listed for Saattal. Click here for reviewing them.

Destination Ideas

  • Bhimtal / Sattal / Naukuchiatal lakeside getaway
  • Bird Watching in Bhimtal / Sattal

Stay Ideas

  • Sattal Birding Lodge experience
  • Sattal Forest Resort experience

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  • Places to Visit
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Sattal Lake is set amongst dense forests of oak and pine trees. Sattal is less visited as compared to Bhimtal and Naukuchiatal and therefore least touristy of lakes in Kumaon area. Migratory birds arrive here in large number in Winter and early Summer and therefore the lake is excellent for Bird watching.
    Activity, View Point, Rides
    Lake Views, Boating, Bird Watching
    0
    Considered lake districts of Kumaon, Bhimtal / Sattal / Naukuchiatal (5 kms from each other) are three high altitude (3000 - 4500 ft asl) lakes that offer green surroundings, wooded walks, excellent views and where guests can do a bit of Boating.
    Lake or Riverside, View Point, Rides
    High Altitude Lake, Lake Views, Boating
    0
  • Excursion
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Neem Karoli Baba Ashram is set near Nainital (17 kms) and got renowned after facebook CEO Mark Zuckenburg visited it during this India trip. The temple is devoted to Saint Neem Karoli Baba offering sacred space for meditation, devotional singing and satsang or spiritual discourse among devotees.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Other
    17
  • Activity
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Walking around hills of Bhimtal is very popular. The area is green and thickly forested and offers excellent for bird watching and photography. Combining Bhimtal and Sattal there are 400+ resident and migratory birds, 20 species of mammals (excluding rodents) more than 525 species of butterflies and 11,000 plus species of moths, beetles, bugs and other insects that are found.
    Activity
    Walking, Bird Watching
    2

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August
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November
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December
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Nearest Airport in Saattal
  • Pantnagar Airport ( PGH ) , Pantnagar-54 Kms
Nearest Railway Stations in Saattal
  • Kathgodam ( KGM ), Kathgodam-23 Kms
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