Experiencing tiger sighting could be the best thing, while driving and exploring through various Safari Zones of Corbett National Park. Geographically, the Park is divided into seven splendid zones for better management of tourism. Tourist can enjoy the wildlife in every zone as all zones.
Apart from exotic wildlife and diverse flora - fauna of the Park is divided in these zones as per the geography of the Park. The best way to enjoy Safaris into the wild is in Jeep Safari or Canter Safari. Jeep Safari is preferable for a smaller group whereas a large group must choose the Canter Safari. However, for those adventurer souls, there is also an option of elephant Safari which is conducted mostly during early mornings.
If we talk about the best safari zones in jim corbett there are among seven safari zones at presant where tiger sighting safari is allowed are - Dhikala zone, Bijrani zone, Jhirna Zone, Dhela Zone and Durga Devi Zone, Garjiya Zone, Phato Zone and Pawalgarh forest zone. You can choose from description whether which Zone to select according to your preference, All zones have pleanty of wildlife to spot there is no such comparisons among them as all are densely populated of flora & fauna as large variety of birds, animals, reptiles, insects, and trees are alrady there in all zones. The best tiger sighting zones in Jim Corbett National Park are Dhikala, Bijrani, Durga Devi, Garjiya and Dhela
Duration of safari at Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, depends on season and type of safari. Jeep safari duration is three hours and Dhikala Canter safari duration is four to four and a half hours Duration is 3:00- 3:30 hours and Timing are 6:00 AM (Morning) & 2:00 PM for Noon Trip
Safari Booking & Tariff Jim Corbett National Park
Price (Indian): INR 7500 / Per Safari Inclusive Permit, 4X4 Jeep & Taxes (Maximum 6 Persons & 2 Children (b/w - 5 to 12 years).
Price (Foreigner): INR 14999 / Per Safari Inclusive Permit, 4X4 Jeep & Taxes (Maximum 6 Persons & 2 Children (b/w - 5 to 12 years).
1: Dhikala Zone- (Dhangadi Gate), 2: Bijrani (Aamdanda Gate), 3: Garjiya (Rngora Gate), 4: Jhirna (Dhela Gate), 5: Dhela (Aamdanda Gate), 6: Durgadevi (Durgadevi Gate), 7: Phato (Phato Gate). Jeep safari is available in Bijrani, Jhirna, Dhela, and Durgadevi zones and Dhikala Canter safari ia vailable in the Dhikala zone, which is known for its dense wildlife.
Dhikala Canter safari in Corbett is the best way to explore the Dhikala forest when you are staying outside the Corbett tiger reserve, touring by gypsy is not permitted in Dhikala zone during day time.
In a recent Uttarakhand High Court order elephant safari & commercial activities using elephants in the state has banned till further order.
Dhikala remain open during15th November to 31st May ( extended upto15th June), and closed during the monsoon season between 16 June till 14 November.
Visitors are not allowed to use their own vehicles inside the park. They can move about in registered vehicles inside the park confines after making entries at the respective gates. You cannot get down from the vehicles while enjoying jeep safari.
Visitors must pre-book jungle jeep safaris in the Phato zone at the entry gate, and the reservations are confirmed only two days before to the safari date. 50 Jeeps in morning slot & 50 Jeeps In evening slot only allowed in one day.
Smoking or drinking liquor is prohibited inside the park. Do not litter during safari. No fire arms to be carried inside park. Do not feed animals during safari. Not permitted to use flash photography during safari.
Main Visiting Season Jim Corbett National Park Winter (October - February) It is the best time for Bird watching. Bird lovers are advised to visit during the winter season to get glimpses of varieties of birds. It is also the preferred season for tiger sighting.
The jeeps drive through the innermost roads of forest and that is why the chances of getting a glimpse of the best animals increase multiple times. As far as the safety parameters are concerned, Jimcorbett Jeep Safari is 100% safe.
Advance booking for jeep safaris is available 90 days in advance. Protect yourself from booking scams by booking directly through the ONLY official Corbett Tiger Reserve website: https://corbettgov.org/. or at the Jim Corbett National Park office in Ramnagar.