Nayalap is at an absolutely great location, one is surrounded by beautiful oak trees and never ending bird song. The tented accommodation is cozy and immaculately clean. A special shoutout to the meals, very homely and delicious!

Cozy surroundings, and impeccable hospitality. I highly recommend this haven for those seeking a peaceful and rejuvenating escape. The ambiance was breathtaking, and attention to detail was evident, with a thoughtful selection of books on uttarakhand's nature and wildlife, along with kumaoni food recipes, adding an extra layer of charm to the stay. Chandan bhaiya, the caretaker, was helpful, ensuring that every need was met with warmth and efficiency. The culinary experience was nothing short of delightful, as the food served surpassed expectations in both quality and taste.

Had a wonderful stay at Nayalap. Tanuja is an extremely gracious host. She was in touch with me ever since the booking was made. The location is beautiful , secluded and safe. As a women traveller , the entire team made me feel secure. We had delicious local meals made by the in-house chef.

Me & my wife stayed at Nayalap between 18-21st December 2022. Nayalap is a luxurious glamping experience in the midst of nature of Kumaon region. It offers us with mountain life, quite streets, good home cooked food with pahadi delicacies, simple culture, amazing hospitality and a very comfortable stay.

Everything about Nayalap was great! Tents were so clean and beautiful. The food was exceptional. Tanuja is such a great host. Would definitely revisit soon, hopefully for a longer stay.

Excellent, quiet location with nice walks and hikes. A good balance of culture and nature! Perfect for a long weekend drive from Delhi! We travelled with our pet dog Sriracha and she had a super time as well! Its an amazing, warm experience that Tanuja and team have created.

Our stay at nayalap was amazing. It’s located near a small village with breathtaking views right from your cottages. Hygiene is good and the local cuisine served here is as tasty as it gets. And the most endearing host here is elsa, a pet dog of the owners. The nights here are lit by bonfire. It’s a little isolated location which gives you peace and a vacation away from bustling and crowded places such as nainital etc. The only issue which one can face here is hot and humid days during summer months as only side fans are provided in the rooms.

It was an amazing experience staying here. Thank you for hosting us! We initially thought that the place might not be approachable but thats not the case. Just followed the instructions and check points give by the team and we were there. Serene place for glamping with great facilities like electric blanket, heater, books to read, hot running water, and a great view. Loved the food here, specially the mutton rice and all local pahadi cuisines. The staff is very warm and a special thanks to Tanuja for taking care of not just us but our dog too. It’s a 100% pet friendly place.

Spacious tents, gracious host and delicious food summed up our 4 nights stay at Nayalap. Extra points for tweaking the menu with local food and chutney on request.

The location is serene and the property is beautifully designed and kept. The cooks and the owners are very warm and caring people. Kumaoni cooking at its best and so fresh.

This place is absolutely breath taking. Nestled away in the hills, it’s about a 10 hour drive from Delhi but worth every bit of the distance. Upon arrival you will be greeted by Elsa and Romeo, 2 mountain dogs who are absolutely adorable and will keep you company throughout your trip. The tents give you a complete glamour camping sense and are spacious and extremely comfortable. If the sky is clear, you can also very clearly spot the peaks! The staff - Chandan, Prem and Babloo do a fabulous job of taking care of you and ensuring you are comfortable. Prem, the chef, is a fantastic cook and takes care of all dietary requirements (one of us was gluten intolerant and they had arranged for Ragi flour and other options) while feeding you absolutely delicious pahadi food made with local grains/produce found around the area. Make sure you opt for the stream picnic - it’s a 20-30 mins drive from the property and Tanuja and the staff do a fabulous job of setting up a picnic for you and then taking you on a little walk along the stream! We were very keen to extend our trip however they were fully booked but we cannot wait to plan our next trip already.

Far away from hustle and bustle of the city, it felt like to be in the lap of nature. Warm and responsive host and very cordial staff. Choice and quality of food is excellent. Enjoyed the stay and would highly recommend this place.

Amazing view, utter peace, simple wholesome food, spacious and comfortable tents, super gracious hosts and an adorable dog. What more can city folks like me want on a holiday with kids and friends! Tanuja and Anindya have started something exceptional and I wish them the very best!

Mere words cannot describe the amazing hospitality of Nayalap. The ever smiling Chandan Ji, Prem Ji and Deepak Ji took such good care of us we felt like we were visiting family. The tents are luxurious with amenities comparable to any five star hotel. The views are stunning with the Panchachuli peaks visible on clear days. The sheer variety, taste and quality of the food served were awesome. In Bengali the word Palayan means escape and Nayalap, an anagram, is the perfect place to escape from the stress of urban life. Another huge appeal is the super friendly puppy Elsa, who will not only play with you but will guide you on your hikes. We will definitely go back again.

The tents were super comfortable, while the staff was always ready to go out of their way to help. Also the views were absolutely stunning. Tanuja, the host was extremely amiable and took us on a beautiful forest walk with chai and sandwiches at the end! Nayalap is not about luxury, it is about respecting the context of mountains, slowing migration, understanding local culture and traditions. It so much more than just a place to stay. Highly recommended!

Beautiful property and lovely hosts. Thank you for making our trip memorable. Food, attendants, location, camps ..everything is amazing and that made our stay an absolutely delight.

Cozy surroundings, and impeccable hospitality. I highly recommend this haven for those seeking a peaceful and rejuvenating escape. The ambiance was breathtaking, and attention to detail was evident, with a thoughtful selection of books on uttarakhand's nature and wildlife, along with kumaoni food recipes, adding an extra layer of charm to the stay. Chandan bhaiya, the caretaker, was helpful, ensuring that every need was met with warmth and efficiency. The culinary experience was nothing short of delightful, as the food served surpassed expectations in both quality and taste.

Nayalap is an incredible concept and beautiful destination for a holiday in the hills. We visited shitlakhet in May and and enjoyed our authentic and delicious pahadi food from Nayalap. The host Tanuja was really helpful and took us on an incredible walk through the forests where we spotted many native birds. An excellent and a relaxing holiday! Wishing the Nayalap team the very best. Cheers! until we meet the next time!

Amazing place, all the confort you need, with a great view, great hikes around, very peaceful, and host and staff are very nice and helpful. We had our dog with us, it's a perfect place to go with a dog!

My friend and I visited Tanuja’s bnb for my birthday. Everything was spot on - from the beautiful setup to cozy arrangements, and delicious food. There were snacks in the room that we got refilled because they were so yum! Tanuja took us around the forest for a walk and shared so many interesting facts about Shitlakhet. We also tried wild berries along the way and spoke about how they keep the forest healthy & happy.

Loved everything about the property. The location, the staff, the attention to detail

This rural glamping has all tings going right for it: 1. Super location - on clear days the himalayan range with peaks of trishul, nanda devi are visible. Located on a well forested area with tiny hamlets spread around it. 2. Service - the staff is extremely polite and helpful. You can reach out anytime and they are ready to help 3. Food- authentic pahadi/kumaoni food here. The chef cooks up amazing food and you will not want to eat anywhere else. 4. Activities - lots of acyivities to be done here. Small treks, village visits, river side picnic, scenic sunsets. Just amazing the owner tanuja is such a caring woman.

Loved staying in one of the must luxurious tents in India. Amazing kumauni food and great service. Electric blankets on the bed was like getting gold in winters. What a beautiful location ❤️ Shitlakhet is must visit 🙂

I always want to chose place which is away from the madness of city life and also away from crowd. While searching for a place where I can be in nature, I bumped upon a beautiful place at Shitlakhet which is nearly 22 km from Ranikhet, a popular destination at Kumaon. While looking at their website, I was already impressed but I will called the owner and Tanuja, the owner shared me a great details including a brief route map from Delhi , as I was traveling via car.