Entry Gate
Dhela Gate
Safari Type
Jeep Safari only; official CTR page states no Canter Safari
Operating Period
Open throughout the year
Best For
Rich biodiversity, birdlife, Sal/Rohini/Haldu/Bahera/Kusum vegetation and year-round access
About the Zone
Dhela was added to Corbett Tiger Reserve tourism in December 2014. The official reserve describes it as a diverse ecosystem covering about 1,173 hectares, with Sal, Rohini, Haldu, Bahera and Kusum vegetation. Its year-round operating window makes it a useful option when seasonal zones are closed.
Wildlife & Birdlife
- Tiger, leopard and Asian elephant are among the major mammals highlighted by the reserve
- Sloth bear and king cobra are also specifically mentioned on the official Dhela page
- Bird diversity is a major attraction
Landscape & Safari Experience
A diverse ~1,173 hectare ecosystem of Sal, Rohini, Haldu, Bahera and Kusum vegetation, offering quiet forest-road routes rather than a crowded safari scene.
Best Time / Seasonal Information
Open throughout the year. The official CTR website calls Dhela an 'Eco-Tourism Zone' - it is grouped here under Corbett Safari Zones for browsing convenience, not as a claim of official core-zone status.
Safari & Permit Information
Access is via official Corbett Tiger Reserve permits allocated through Dhela Gate. Jeep Safari only - the official page states no Canter Safari is offered here.
Permit authority: Corbett Tiger Reserve (Uttarakhand Forest Department) · Operational data last checked 2026
Who Should Choose This Zone?
Travellers who want year-round access, strong biodiversity and birding, when other seasonal zones may be closed.
Important Visitor Note
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