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Peora- A Hidden Wonder In The Lap Of The Himalayas

The Himalayas spread alluring charm through the astonishing scenic beauty of landscapes and mountains. But, have you ever thought of witnessing the beauty and culture of Himalayan villages? The breathtaking sceneries amidst greenery and colorful tradition deliver real meaning to village tourism. 

Himalayan Villages reflects the real Indian culture and tradition that is rare in the town side. You can have the collection of most memorable moments by spending some of your travel days in villages. Starting from the pure Indian colorful tradition to the best ever dishes of Indian soil, you can get everything on this mesmerizing nature creation.


Eye pleasing Fruit bowl of Uttarakhand


Peora is one of the natural wonders that hide in the lap of the Himalayas with mesmerizing views all around. Nainital district of Uttarakhand displays this wonderful hidden gem at an elevation of 6000 feet which makes it serene. Peora is undoubtedly the best possible way to enjoy your lifetime, peaceful moments with your loved ones. Apart from enjoying the fascinating masterpiece of nature, it is also the best way to have a ball of time far from the city sounds. You will feel as you are transported to an entirely different world full of wonders as in fairytales. From having the local foods to witnessing the heartwarming rustic village life, you will have a bag full of memories to cherish forever from Peora.


Make every second count in Peora- The hidden gem of Himalayas


Spend time with locals in the village


People in the Himalayas are a very welcoming lot. They mix freely with tourists, talk and eat with them, tell their stories and love to share experiences. In Peora, you will get first hand experiences to meet the locals and share your ideas with them. You tell them about your corporate experience and the rat race that never ends, and then listen how they are living a sustainable life through farming, animal husbandry and other pastoral activities. A great evening awaits you.


Watch a marvellous snow capped Nanda Devi 


The second highest mountain peak in India, Nanda Devi, is at an elevation of 7816 m and is one of India's majestic peaks. Peora, being at the heart of Uttarakhand, gives you a clear view of this mountain range and you will cherish every bit of it. At a chilling temperature which can go sub-zero in the winters, feel the grandeur of Nanda Devi from your room, while sipping hot tea on your balcony. What's more, if you are a trekking freak, then Nanda Devi is an irresistible call and a challenge that you must accept. 


Kakri Ghat: a Yogic experience


Kakri ghat is associated with one of the foremost religious preachers of India, Swami Vivekananda. In 1890, while on his tour, he discovered this place and started meditating there, under a peepal tree. Long story short, Kakri ghat will give you a pleasant viewpoint as well as a mystical experience. Visit the place and connect the missing dots in your life. The serene environment is enough to refresh you up for the rest of the year.


Night Safari in Peora Jungle


Go for a night safari in the jungles of Peora. Get inside a jeep and start touring into the Corbett National Park, where you can see tigers, leopards, spotted deer, barking deer, wild boar and porcupine. It is one of the famous tiger reserves in India and will be a life-changing experience for you. For those who love wildlife and forests, this is going to be a trip to remember. See the wild animals as they stroll past your car and keep clicking pictures to remember this tour, 20 years down the line.


Forest Trek through the screaming wild beasts


If you are one of those Roadies fans, then peora will let you sip every bit of thrill that you wish to enjoy. You can go for a Peora to Mukteshwar jungle trek. It's a 26 km ride. The pine, cedar and apple orchards will stun you with their beauty and you can just walk through them smelling the fragrances of these rare beauties. This is a moderate trek and any person can take it, provided you are physically fit. Make sure you are wearing sports shoes, sunglasses,apply sunscreen and take all kinds of precautions before starting this new route. You will also have the Kapileshwar mystic trek, Almora Haldwani, and several other village and orchard treks. You can also take a stroll down the Kosai river and have a good time there.


Live in an environment surrounded by the orchard and pine trees


The landscape of Nainital and its surrounding areas is filled with orchards and pine trees. As these trees grow in cold climates, there are only a few locations where you can enjoy these. The Himalayan states are blessed to have these wonderful plants and in peora, feel on top of the world with the best amenities, environment and adventure rides.


Vocal for local: Eat the home grown foods 


Eat plenty of fruits in the close surrounding areas. Fulfill your taste buds with kafal, peach, plums, green apple, pears, walnut, beru, timil, hisalu, kilmora, etc. They are organic and naturally sweet. Feast on fruits and there are so many varieties that you can have a whole lunch/dinner with only fruits.

Also, local daals are very popular and when cooked in the Kumaoni style, it is an outstanding combo.. Organic foods without any chemicals and all those toxic sprays, will connect with originality and maybe, for the first time, you will see how actually these foods taste. Most dishes are vegetarian and don’t worry even if you are a crazy meat lover, give some break to those hapless chickens and consume the pure bliss that nature gives us.


The temple run


There are 2 mystical temples in that village; one is Bhirdon mandir and the other is Kapileshwar temple. These have great mythological stories and being one of the Shakti Peeth, people here are very religious and are devoted to the service of the deities. It is also an excellent trek route where you can drive for 30-40 minutes and then start walking along. 


Indelible experience to cherish forever


From wildflowers, saplings, and birds to mystical tales, your phone and camera are going to be filled for sure. This small hamlet with woods and serene beauty of nature can be a perfect place for holidays for your family after busy working schedules in the city.


Travel with Villotale


Peora possesses the most incredible delights of nature that will make you return again and again. However, the best of these magical places like Mukteshwar can be witnessed only with an expert guide. Join us in exploring more of such magical nature’s wonder that will make you return with a bag full of memories to cherish throughout your life. We will ensure you the moments that will certainly surpass your expectations from all aspects bringing in the real meaning of village travel in India.