Living in Delhi can become a bit tiring, hectic, full of hassle, and at times mundane. People in Delhi usually follow a very strict routine and that’s the reason why they need good places for their vacations. If you too live in Delhi, then there won’t be an argument that we think of a lot of vacations but when it comes to taking them; it becomes less than what usually people would want.
Anyways that’s not what we are going to talk about here. If you are planning to take a leave or we go on a vacation with your friends or family or on a solo trip we have the right places for you. But before we start our list just let go of the thought that hill stations are limited during the monsoon. Surely you will have to keep a lot of things in mind because landslides and rain would make things a bit difficult for you as compared to that in planes but you surely can visit hill stations.
So here we have a few amazing and thrilling places where you can plan your vacation, a week-long trip, or any other trip that you wish to make. Just keep the important things that we have mentioned in mind so that you do not get stuck in any place.
Amazing places to visit around Delhi during the rainy season
1. Nainital
Yeah, you can consider that we have given you the disclaimer just because we wanted to start a list with one of the best stations and destinations to visit from Delhi which is Nainital. This is one of those places that needs no introduction and you can have a great time irrespective of the age, group, budget, or time that you have for your trip. Just keep these things in mind and you will have a great time.
From amazing food to interesting attractions-Nainital has everything that you would want in your next destination.
| Distance from Nainital | 323 km (approximately) |
| Travel Time | 7 hours (approximately) |
| Ideal For | Families, Adventure Lovers, Nature Lovers, Explorers, Couples, Honeymooners |
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2. Manesar
If you don’t have much time and want to go on a single day rejuvenating trip or a weekend at max; then Manesar can be your next destination. It is approximately 50 km from Delhi and people can usually drive to this place and spend their time at one of the best resorts here, visit the nearby attractions and come back to their place after having a rejuvenating trip.
You do not have to worry about spending a lot of money or commuting time because both of them would be covered in your trip to Manesar.
| Distance from Manesar | 54 km (approximately) |
| Travel Time | 1 hour (approximately) |
| Ideal For | Leisure Travellers, Vacationers, Families |
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3. Bhimtal
Those traveling to Nainital but finding it a bit more crowded can choose to stay at Bhimtal which is near Nainital, equally beautiful, comparatively less crowded, and you will have a great time here. Comparatively the other taals are nearer to Bhimtal. And if you are wanting a trip where you can enjoy a few adventure activities then this place is so much better for you.
It would hardly make any difference to visit here in terms of money, time, and commuting distance but when it comes to enjoying activities there is a significant difference between Nainital and Bhimtal. When we are not saying that Nainital is anywhere less in terms of adventure activities but yes it surely gets an edge with multiple activities that can be done here.
| Distance from Bhimtal | 322 km (approximately) |
| Travel Time | 7:20 hours (approximately) |
| Ideal For | Families, Adventurers, Nature Lovers |
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4. Chakrata
For people from Delhi who are looking for an ideal destination where they can go and have a rejuvenating time- Chakrata will be the best for you, and that too for a lot of reasons. Not only will you get a calming and peaceful environment in Chakrata but even if you head out to an attraction you won’t find a lot of people there.
Then there are multiple adventure activities that you can enjoy here and yes the number of people doing that would also be comparatively lesser. It is one of the most peaceful places to visit from Delhi. And do not worry, it is a very happening place.
| Distance from Chakrata | 297 km (approximately) |
| Travel Time | 7 hours (approximately) |
| Ideal For | Nature Lovers, Explorers, Peace Seekers |
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5. Sultanpur National Park
If you are inclined towards visiting a place that is more of a wildlife destination type, we have the right one for you here. Sultanpur National Park is an amazing destination for people coming from Delhi because it is quite near and you can have a good time with your travel partner or even if you are going there alone.
But let us tell you that the national park remains inaccessible for the major monsoon part because it is also the breeding time of the fauna here. So what is the best time to enjoy the rain and the national park? It is October!
Timings: 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Closed on Tuesday)
Entry Fee: Indians: 5 INR per person, Kids: 2 INR per person, Foreigners: 40 INR per person
Opening Months: October to April
| Distance from Sultanpur National Park | 41 km (approximately) |
| Travel Time | 1:20 hours (approximately) |
| Ideal For | Birdwatchers, Wildlife Photographers, Families |
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6. Morni Hills
Yet another hill station but not at all boring. If you have been in Delhi for quite some time you might have already understood that the temperature remains on the higher side even in the rainy season- at least when the season starts. At times or we should say initially when the rain kicks in it only increase the humidity and traffic. So if you want to take a break from all of this including your mundane schedule then we believe that Morni Hills can act as a perfect destination for you.
Apart from the multiple enjoyable attractions, you can also enjoy the list of things to do in Morni Hills during monsoon. Also, this destination has all the ingredients to provide you with a rejuvenating trip.
| Distance from Morni Hills | 254 km (approximately) |
| Travel Time | 5 hours (approximately) |
| Ideal For | Leisure Travelers, Nature Lovers, Couples, Honeymooners |
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7. Keoladeo National Park
No motor vehicles are allowed inside the park. One can pick any from the golf cart, cycles, or rickshaw. Do you believe that? This is one of those places where you will have fresh air and amusing weather all day long during this season. You won’t find much fauna here but people still love to visit and spend their time at these places because it gives them a lot of enjoyment and a sense of relief.
To make this trip for you a bit better we would say that you also include Bharatpur national parks safari in your itinerary. The rest of the things are given below.
Safari: There is a rickshaw safari for 3 hours
Summer Opening Timings: 06:30 am to 06:30 pm
Winter Opening Timings: 07:00 am to 05:30
| Distance from Keoladeo National Park | 203 km (approximately) |
| Travel Time | 4 hours (approximately) |
| Ideal For | Adventure Lovers, Birdwatchers, Nature Lovers, Explorers |
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8. Okhla Bird Sanctuary
The NCR region is developing at a very good pace and the entire city is becoming a well-planned place around Delhi. Amongst that you also get “Okhla Bird Sanctuary” which is an interesting attraction to visit. You do not have to plan a lot of things if you want to visit here all you need to do is pick up your car or vehicle and drive it to the sanctuary.
It will take you approximately one hour to reach here and you can spend as much time as you want. It can act as a rejuvenating time for you and you would enjoy things here. Do bring your camera along if you want to click some photographs.
| Distance from Okhla bird sanctuary | 39 km (approximately) |
| Travel Time | 1 hour (approximately) |
| Ideal For | Bird watchers and leisure travelers |
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Conclusion
From quite distant places to some that are just an hour away from your place, we have created a complete list of destinations where you can have a great time during your visit in monsoon. Make sure that you go through all the important information that we have given with respect to the destinations that are mentioned above. We believe you should note them down somewhere so that you have already created your itinerary before heading here.
We believe these places are absolutely top-notch and they can give you a great time during your trip so make sure that you pick the right one for yourself.
