From Dehradun
Drive up to Mussoorie, take the Dhanaulti road, and continue 9 km past Dhanaulti towards Kanatal. About 65 km and 2.5 to 3 hours.
Find your way to the ridge
Kanatal, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand. Just off the Mussoorie to Chamba road, between Dhanaulti and Kanatal.
Where we are
Kanatal, Uttarakhand
The cottage stands in an apple orchard at about 2,300 metres, 4 km from Surkanda Devi Temple and 9 km from Dhanaulti. The map pin marks the cottage itself.
GPS coordinates30°25'13.0" N, 78°18'50.7" E
Distances
How far is everything from the homestay?
Road distances from the map pin. Mountain roads set their own pace, so leave a little extra time.
| From the homestay to | Distance |
|---|---|
| Surkanda Devi Temple | 4 km |
| Kanatal market | 5 km |
| Dhanaulti | 9 km |
| Chamba | 18 km |
| Tehri Lake | 40 km |
| Mussoorie | 43 km |
| Dehradun | 65 km |
| Rishikesh | 80 km |
| Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun | 88 km |
| Delhi | 300 km |
Getting here
The last stretch is the prettiest.
From Rishikesh
Drive up through Narendra Nagar to Chamba, then take the Mussoorie road through Kanatal. About 80 km and 3 hours.
From Delhi
Around 300 km and 7 to 8 hours, by way of Dehradun and Mussoorie or by way of Haridwar, Rishikesh and Chamba. An early start makes it a comfortable day.
By air
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, is the nearest airport, about 88 km and 3 hours away. Taxis are available at the airport.
By train
Dehradun is the nearest major railway station, about 68 km away. Rishikesh is an alternative for trains from the east.
In winter
Start early, carry warm layers, and message us before you set out after fresh snow. We will tell you how the road looks that day.
Questions and answers
Location questions
Where is Namah Stay Himalayas?
Namah Stay Himalayas is a homestay in Kanatal, in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India. The cottage stands in an apple orchard at about 2,300 metres, just off the Mussoorie to Chamba road, 4 km from Surkanda Devi Temple and 9 km from Dhanaulti.
How far is the homestay from Dehradun, Mussoorie and Delhi?
It is about 43 km from Mussoorie (1.5 to 2 hours), 65 km from Dehradun (2.5 to 3 hours), 80 km from Rishikesh (about 3 hours) and 300 km from Delhi (7 to 8 hours by road). The nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun, about 88 km away, and the nearest railway station is Dehradun.
How do I reach Surkanda Devi Temple from the homestay?
Drive 4 km to Kaddukhal on the Mussoorie to Chamba road. From there the temple is a steep walk of about 2 km, or a short ride on the ropeway. The temple sits at about 2,750 metres and has a full view of the snow peaks on a clear day.
Come, stay awhile. Breathe deeply.
Let the Himalayas work their magic. Check which dates are free, or simply tell us when you would like to come.