Kumaon Monsoon Photography Expedition
Duration
Tour Type
A specially curated photography journey through the beautiful Kumaon Himalayas, focusing on monsoon landscapes, ancient temples, village life, forests, cloud formations, Himalayan vistas, and serene lakes.
Detailed Day Wise Itinerary
Distance: Approx. 135 km | Drive: 5–6 Hours
Upon arrival at Kathgodam Railway Station, drive towards Kausani through
the scenic Kumaon hills. En Route Photography Stops
- Someshwar Valley terraced fields
- River valleys and mountain streams
- Traditional Kumaoni villages
- Monsoon cloud formations over the hills.
Evening Photography Session Visit Anasakti Ashram viewpoint.
Photography Highlights
- Sunset over the Kumaon Hills
- Dramatic cloud formations
- Himalayan peaks emerging through clouds (weather permitting)
- Golden-hour landscapes
Overnight Stay: Kausani
Sunrise Session :
Visit:
- Kausani View Point
- Tea Garden Slopes
Photography Themes
- Layers of hills disappearing into mist
- Himalayan panorama
- Rural landscapes
- Morning light on tea gardens
Afternoon Session
Explore tea estates and nearby villages.
Macro Photography
- Wildflowers
- Insects and butterflies
- Raindrops on leaves
- Monsoon textures
Evening Session
- Golden light on terraced farms
- Village landscapes
- Long exposure cloud movement
Overnight Stay: Kausani
After breakfast, drive towards Chaukori.
Visit :-Baijnath Temple Photography Opportunities
- Ancient stone temples
- Temple reflections
- River-side landscapes
- Architectural details
Continue through the beautiful Garur Valley to: Bagnath Temple
Photography Themes
- Local life
- River confluence
- Monsoon agriculture
- Rural culture
Arrive at Chaukori by evening.
Sunset Photography
- Tea gardens
- Himalayan viewpoints
- Cloud-filled valleys
Overnight Stay: Chaukori
Morning drive towards Jageshwar.
Visit : Jageshwar Temple Complex:-Photography Highlights
- Ancient stone temples
- Deodar forests
- Mist among cedar trees
- Monsoon atmosphere
- Temple architecture
Continue to: Chitai Golu Devta Temple
Evening at Kasar Devi Temple
Photography Opportunities
- Cloudscapes
- Layered mountain ridges
- Sunset after rain
- Monsoon skies
Overnight Stay: Kasar Devi / Almora
Sunrise Session :
Kasar Ridge Photography Themes
- Cloud inversions
- Mist-filled valleys
- Himalayan views
- Atmospheric landscapes
Explore Almora Region
Visit:
- Bright End Corner
- Traditional Kumaoni villages
- Pine forest trails
Photography Themes
- Village life
- Cultural photography
- Forest landscapes
- Traditional architecture
Evening Session
Return to Kasar Ridge for sunset and changing weather conditions.
Overnight Stay: Kasar Devi / Almora
After breakfast, drive towards the Lake District.
En Route Stop
Visit:
Bhimtal Lake
Photography:
- Reflections
- Lakeside landscapes
- Boats and village life
- Rain clouds over the lake
Arrival at
Naukuchiatal Lake
Afternoon & Evening Photography
Photography Themes
- Reflections on still water
- Long exposures
- Rainy lake scenes
- Blue-hour photography
- Lakeside birdlife
Overnight Stay: Naukuchiatal
Early Morning Photography Session
Capture:
- Lake reflections
- Mist over water
- Sunrise colours
- Bird photography
Breakfast
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kathgodam Railway Station.
Departure
Arrive at Kathgodam by approximately 10:30–11:00 AM for onward train connections.
Price based on 10 Adults :
Price per person with all tax @ INR 27500 x 10 PAX
Hotels Envisaged : -
City: Hotel to be used Meal included
Kausani Nature Valley Resort Breakfast & Dinner
Chaukori Neelgangan Resort Breakfast & Dinner
Almora Kasar Serenity Breakfast & Dinner
Naukuchiyatal Niharika Palace Resort Breakfast & Dinner
Included/Exclude
- Accommodation on 05 Double sharing rooms
- 02 Nights Hotel Kausani Breakfast & Dinner
- 01 Night Chaukori with Breakfast & Dinner
- 01 Night Almora (kasar) with Breakfast & Dinner
- 02 Nights Naukuchiyatal Breakfast & Dinner
- AC Deluxe Tempo Traveler for all sightseeing & transfers as per itinerary KGM to KGM Airport (AC is not working in hilly areas)
- Welcome drink on arrival.
- Conference rooms for 02 HRS in each hotel
- All applicable taxes, including Driver allowances, Toll tax & parking etc.
- GST as of now
- Air tickets/Train tickets
- Entrance fees for visiting monuments, Monasteries and Museums
- Guide Fees, Camera Fees, if any.
- Rafting/ Pony ride, sledging charges, if any.
- Any kind of drinks
- Any expenses of a personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- Costs incidental to any charge in the itinerary
- Any expenses incurred or loss caused by reasons beyond our control such as bad weather/natural calamities/flight delays/rescheduling/cancellations, any accidents/medical evacuations etc.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “package cost inclusions”.
- Any expenses incurred on extra transport services
- Rooms service and additional meals, if any
- Medical and travel insurance
