At a glance Situated in the Shivalik Range, the park is intersected by Ramganga, Sonanadi, Mandal and Palain rivers. Part of the state of Uttaranchal, it is at an altitude of between 400 m and 1,000 m above sea level.
About the city The journey from Delhi to Corbett offers you excellent views of the almost flat, fertile and densely populates Ganga Yamuna doab. One of the rich agricultural regions of North India merges naturally into dense forests. Watch out, you are in the tiger country! But then Corbett National Park is not just a tiger country, it is also one of the best preserved parks in India. The Corbett National Park is a delight. Trees, birds and wild animals, walking around without fear Nature is at her best here!
How to reach Getting Around: Jeeps/four-wheel drives are available to tour the park. They can be rented from Ramnagar, from the KMVN Tourist Lodge and other travel agencies. Private vehicles are allowed inside, but with permission, a guide and on payment of a fee. One bus each day goes to Dhikala from Ramnagar, stopping at the forest rest houses en route. But excursions into the park are best on elephant back. Park Safari The park opens at 6 am and is open till about 11 am. In the afternoon the park timings are from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm. However, depending on the season the timings change.Be it any time of the day, the trip into dense forest is mesmerizing. So plan your safaris in such a manner that you manage to see all shades of forest. Choose from: - Full Day Jungle Jeep Safari - Morning Jungle Jeep Safari - Evening Jungle Jeep safari- Night Jeep Safari - Elephant Safari Book in advance for the elephant safari as there is always a mad rush. And reach early to avoid confusion.
Distances 15 km from Ramnagar 300 from Delhi 145 from Lucknow From Delhi Delhi-Hapur-Muradabad-Ramnagar
Best Seasons Corbett Park can be visited all through the year, except the rainy season. Summer (April to June) is the ideal time for spotting animals, especially tigers and elephants. Winter months (November to March) are good for bird watching and to see the variety of flora. The park remains closed from 15 June to 15 November.
Places in and around The park is a heaven for those wish to seek adventure and thrill. Trekking in the surrounding hills, birding excursions to the Corbett and Nainital forests, and fishing excursions in the Ramganga and Kosi rivers are excting options. River rafting is a real attraction for those who wish to undulate with the river. All leading resorts organise these activities, along with necessary permissions. Monuments and Museums Corbett House Jim Corbett's house at Kaladungi is now a museum open to visitors. Jim Corbett Museum A museum at the main entrance of the park (Dhangadi Gate) is worth visiting for information on Jim Corbett, the history of the park, the environment and wildlife. Entertainment In the midst of hills and forests, it's nature that is the sole source of entertainment, besides the interesting stories of man-animal encounters. The major attraction at night is the bon-fire at various camps and resorts and the subsequent cultural programmes. Almost every resort has a library and a reading room where films on wildlife are shown.