Jim Corbett National Park

Wildlife

Uttarakhand

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Jim Corbett National Park is one of the oldest and most popular national parks in India. This National Park was established long back and was the first one to come under the Project Tiger initiative. It was established in 1936 and was known as Hailey National Park in order to protect the Bengal tigers who were endangered. Later it was renamed after a man who played a major role in the establishment of the national park. It is situated in the state of Uttarakhand in the Nainital District and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state.

It is an eco-tourism destination that contains a vast variety of fauna and has more than 488 species currently. There are many different varieties of trees as well, that can be identified by those having knowledge of flora. It is a great place for wildlife as well as nature lovers. The overall landscape of Corbett is a spot for long vacations. There are various different points of interest other than the National park too, such as Corbett falls, safaris, treks, and temples. The tourist activities, however, have become largely popular in the place which is also affecting the ecological balance of the national park.

Best Time to Visit Jim Corbett National Park

Moving to the best time to visit Jim Corbett National Park, the months from November to February are the best months to take a trip here.

Major Attractions in and Around Jim Corbett National Park

1. Sattal

Sattal is basically a small town that is interconnected to seven freshwater lakes. Thus, the name is quite apt for it. In this place, you can see a lot of migratory birds which makes it one of the best places for bird lovers to explore and visit.

2. Lansdowne

The town of Lansdowne is undoubtedly one of the most scenic spots to explore and visit near Jim Corbett National Park. Moreover, what is interesting to know here is that this was named after the viceroy of India during the British era.

3. Rishikesh

Rishikesh is considered to be one of the most sacred settlements of Hinduism. However, in today’s times, this place is more of the adventure capital of India. People love to participate in activities like river rafting, bungee jumping, etc.

4. River Rafting

Kosi River in Corbett offers great river rafting options that are not just fun-filled but adventurous also. There you are provided with an expert guide who will take you through different rapids and make sure that you are safe. So, if you are new to river rafting and want to experience it, you can easily get familiar with the help of experts.

5. Bungee Jumping

Another popular activity is Bungee jumping which is popular amongst tourists. Every tourist who visits Jim Corbett Park must try Bungee Jumping under the vigilance of experts. Rishikesh is one of the best places for bungee jumping in India.

6. Jungle Safari

The only way to explore this ecologically brimming park is to go on an adventurous jungle safari offered by the administration of the park. These safaris are majorly organized in the morning hours as well as in the evening hours. It gives both domestic and foreign tourists a great opportunity to discover the wildlife of the region. Who knows, if you are lucky, you might get to even see a tiger. There are mainly three types of Jungle safaris offered which include Elephant Safari, Jeep Safari, and Canter Safari. For enjoying these safaris, you will need to shell out (approx) INR 3,500, 4,500, and 1,500 per head respectively. To get the exact figure you can check out the official website of the park.

How to Reach Jim Corbett National Park

Nestled at the foothills of Himalayan peaks, this wildlife park is filled with nature’s abundance in terms of a great variety of flora fauna. To witness this incredible play of nature you will need to cover a distance of about 238, 1,626, 1,386, 2,230 km from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru respectively. Following are the details on how you can easily reach Jim Corbett National Park.

By Air

While there is no airport near Jim Corbett National Park, you can board a flight to Dehradun Airport (DED) situated 150 km away. And the closest international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), which is situated 229 km away in New Delhi. To reach here, it is suggested to take connecting flights via Chandigarh and Delhi. After deboarding at the airport, you will need to avail some means of public conveyance to reach here.

From Delhi - Board Air India, IndiGo flights from Delhi Airport. The airfares start from INR 2,000 - INR 3,000
From Chandigarh - Board Air India flights from Chandigarh Airport. The airfares are starting from INR 4,000 - INR 5,000

By Train

Ramnagar Railway Station (RMR) is the closest railway station which is just 1.2 kilometers away from the park. It is basically a small railhead situated in Ramnagar city and mainly consists of two platforms. Ranikhet Express is the most frequent train from Delhi to Ramnagar. From the station, you can consider availing some means of local transportation to reach here.

By Road

Jim Corbett National Park is a popular tourist attraction, thus, roads are well-structured for the neighboring cities to enjoy a road trip towards the park. States like Uttar Pradesh, New Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Jammu Kashmir are well-connected to Uttarakhand. Here is how you can reach here via road from some of the nearby regions.