Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand

Spread across 1,318 sq. km in the Himalayan foothills, Jim Corbett National Park offers dramatic terrain ranging from riverine marshes to dense sal forest ridges. Home to the legendary Dhikala grasslands, Bijrani tiger territories, and pristine Kosi waterways.

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Best Visiting Season

November to June (Dhikala Opens Nov 15)

Key Wildlife

Royal Bengal Tiger, Asian Elephant, Gharial Crocodile

Safari Access

Open 4x4 Gypsies & Canter

Permit Clearances

100% Guaranteed by Sinha

Adjacent / 10 Mins to Bijrani Gate

About Jim Corbett National Park

Spread across 1,318 sq. km in the Himalayan foothills, Jim Corbett National Park offers dramatic terrain ranging from riverine marshes to dense sal forest ridges. Home to the legendary Dhikala grasslands, Bijrani tiger territories, and pristine Kosi waterways.

Best Season

November to June (Dhikala Opens Nov 15)

Core Zones

4 Safari Zones

Core Safari Zones
Dhikala ZoneBijrani ZoneJhirna & Dhela ZonesEco Zone

Signature Experiences

  • Luxury Resorts & River Stays
  • Dhikala Night Stay (Core Rest House)
  • Corbett Curated Packages
  • Jungle Jeep Safari (Bijrani, Jhirna, Dhela)
  • Canter Safari (Dhikala Valley)
  • Custom Wildlife Experiences

The Wilderness Within

Jim Corbett Safari Zones

Explore the renowned safari gates, diverse terrain ecosystems, and conservation habitats that make Jim Corbett National Park world-famous.

01Safari Zone

Dhikala

The Heart of Corbett Wilderness

Entry Gate: Dhangarhi
Safari: Canter / Jeep*
Season: 15 Nov – 15 Jun
Best For: Grasslands, elephants, wilderness

Dhikala is one of Corbett Tiger Reserve's most iconic tourism experiences, combining vast grasslands, Sal forests, riverine habitat and views across the Patli Dun landscape.

02Safari Zone

Bijrani

Sal Forests, Grasslands & Wildlife

Entry Gate: Amdanda
Safari: Jeep / Canter
Season: 15 Oct – 30 Jun
Best For: Sal forest, mixed wildlife

Bijrani is known for its combination of dense Sal forest, open grasslands and waterways, making it one of the most popular day-safari experiences around Ramnagar.

03Safari Zone

Jhirna

Southern Corbett's Year-Round Wilderness

Entry Gate: Dhela Gate
Safari: Jeep
Season: Year-Round*
Best For: Sloth bear, wild elephant

Jhirna lies on the southern edge of Corbett Tiger Reserve and is notable for its deciduous forests, open grasslands and year-round day-safari access.

04Safari Zone

Dhela

A Year-Round Eco-Tourism Wilderness

Entry Gate: Dhela Gate
Safari: Jeep only
Season: Year-Round
Best For: Biodiversity, birding

Dhela is a year-round eco-tourism zone with diverse vegetation and habitat supporting tigers, leopards, elephants, sloth bears, king cobras and abundant birdlife.

05Safari Zone

Garjiya

Where Forests, River & Wildlife Meet

Entry Gate: Garjiya
Safari: Jeep
Season: Seasonal*
Best For: Tiger habitat, river views

Garjiya is a scenic tourism zone known for a mix of dense Sal forest and open grasslands, rich wildlife and its proximity to Ramnagar.

Beyond The Beaten Path

Eco / Forest Experiences

Quieter, offbeat zones for nature lovers, bird watchers and those seeking unexplored trails.

01Eco / Forest Experience

Phato

Offbeat Wilderness, Away from the Crowds

Entry Gate: Phato Gate
Safari: Jeep
Season: Seasonal*
Best For: Quiet, offbeat safari

Phato is marketed as a newer, relatively less-explored tourism area offering jeep-safari experiences and a quieter wilderness setting.

02Eco / Forest Experience

Sitabani

Birds, Forests & Quiet Wilderness

Entry Gate: Teda / Pawalgarh
Safari: Jeep / Nature
Season: Year-Round*
Best For: Birding, forest & streams

Sitabani is a forest-based eco-tourism experience known for birdlife, diverse vegetation, streams and its cultural association with the Ramayana.

Safari access, opening dates, permit rules and timings are subject to the current forest authority regulations.

Game Drives & Safaris

Safari Expeditions & Tracking

Every drive is led by veteran local naturalists and master trackers with customized 4x4 open safari jeeps.

Dawn Core Zone Safari

Enter the park at first light (5:30 AM) when big cats are most active. Watch mist rise over riverbeds and listen for jungle alarm calls.

  • Duration: 3.5 to 4 Hours
  • Bush tea & breakfast hamper included
  • High-power optical binoculars provided

Photography Masterclass Drive

Specialized private jeep outfitted with beanbags and camera gimbal mounts, positioning you for prime golden-hour lighting.

  • Exclusive private vehicle use
  • Senior wildlife photographer guide
  • Post-safari image review session

Kosi Riverbank & Night Trail

Guided riverbed walking safari followed by a night acoustic soundscape trail discovering nocturnal birds and wildlife.

  • Guided walking naturalist
  • Sunset sundowner refreshments
  • Rare species observation list

Luxury Accommodation

Residences in Jim Corbett National Park

Private villas, machans, and suites crafted from teakwood and stone, seamlessly blended with the wild.

River View

1250 Sq Ft  |  Max 4 Guests  |  Luxury Resort

Travora Forest Estate & River Chalets

Our flagship luxury sanctuary features private heated plunge pools, open-air rainfall showers, and direct views of the Kosi river rapids and emerald sal forest ridges.

Swimming PoolRestaurantNature ViewWi-Fi

From

₹38,000 /night + taxes

Forest View

980 Sq Ft  |  Max 3 Guests  |  Premium Resort

The Sal Ridge Canopy Retreat

Perched high amidst ancient sal trees, these luxury treehouse suites and canopy pavilions offer 360-degree views of Corbett's lush foothills and migrating deer herds.

Swimming PoolRestaurantNature ViewWi-Fi

From

₹28,500 /night + taxes

Jungle View

650 Sq Ft  |  Max 2 Guests  |  Forest Lodge

Dhikala Core Forest Rest House

Historic government forest lodge located 32 km inside Jim Corbett core zone. Experience unmatched wildlife proximity and golden hour drives across Patli Dun valley.

RestaurantNature ViewParkingOfficial Forest Guide

From

₹18,500 /night + taxes

River View

900 Sq Ft  |  Max 4 Guests  |  Boutique Stay

Kosi Riverside Wilderness Haven

Set right on the pebble banks of Kosi river with natural stone fireplaces, lawn verandas, and outdoor barbecue terraces under towering mango orchards.

Swimming PoolRestaurantNature ViewWi-Fi

From

₹24,000 /night + taxes

Biodiversity & Habitat

Protected Haven For Iconic Species

Spread across 1,318 sq. km in the Himalayan foothills, Jim Corbett National Park offers dramatic terrain ranging from riverine marshes to dense sal forest ridges. Home to the legendary Dhikala grasslands, Bijrani tiger territories, and pristine Kosi waterways.

Royal Bengal TigerAsian ElephantGharial CrocodileLeopardSambar DeerGreat Hornbill
Key Sanctuary Distinctions:
  • Luxury Resorts with private heated plunge pools
  • Jungle Jeep Safari with master naturalists
  • Dhikala Night Stay inside core forest rest houses
  • Canter Safari in Patli Dun valley
  • Corbett Packages & Custom Wildlife Experiences

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