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Showing posts with label Marchula. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Marchula. Show all posts

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Marchula - a picturesque weekend getaway from Delhi

Location: Uttarakhand

Distance: 250 km from Delhi

Popular for: Natural beauty

Marchula, Uttarakhand


Getting There –
By Train – Ramnagar railway station is the nearest railhead. From Delhi, Ranikhet Express and Uttarakhand Sampark Kranti Express run daily to Ramnagar. Further, you have to take road journey to reach Marchula, about 40 km away. 

By Road – From Delhi, drive on NH till Moradabad. Then, take a left onto the State Highway to reach Ramnagar via Kashipur. From there, drive further to reach Marchula, approximately one and half hours away. 

Overview – 
A weekend break in tiger country, amidst the dense forest is a thrilling experience. If you are looking for such wild getaway and some never before wild experiences, then Marchula is an ideal destination for you. Marchula is a small hamlet, located 40 km away from Ramnagar and approximately 17 km from Dhangadi, the entrance to the Corbett National Park. Situated on the banks of Ramganga River, Marchula is surrounded by lofty mountains and thick forests. Besides, the pristine environs, the soothing sound of the gushing river and the occasional sightings of tiger, leopard or deer, altogether make Marchula a perfect place for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.   

Don’t Miss – 
Perched 500 mtr above sea level, Marchula offers lots of exciting adventure activities to indulge in. You can take a leisurely walk along the hilly trails, enjoy a swim in the gushing stream or a tiger safari. However, the most amazing feature of Marchula is angling in the River Ramganga, home to the famous fish – Mahaseer, in addition to Goonj and Trout. Fishing at Marchula is of course a fun-filled activity, but, you need be patient and skilful for a good catch. It is mandatory to avail a license before the fishing expedition. Also cross the river to see the crocodiles living in a fresh water pool. 

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