CORBETT NATIONAL PARK – PIONEER OF NATIONAL PARKS IN MAINLAND ASIA

Jim Corbett National Park initiated the process of preserving fortunes of biodiversity in Southeast Asia as it became region’s first national park in 1936. Another feather in its cap was added when it became the launching pad for the prestigious Project Tiger in 1974. Unbound wealth of Corbett wildlife and flora, charismatic Himalayan characteristics and riveting Corbett Tiger Tours have been consistently adding to the numbers of tourists, wildlife lovers, naturists and other sets of visitors. Visiting Jim Corbett National Park can be your best rendezvous with nature.

CORBETT – USEFUL VISITOR INFORMATION

Royal Bengal tigers are undoubtedly the most important draw for tourists at Jim Corbett National Park. However, many other Corbett wildlife species immediately attract the visitors and Asiatic elephants are one among them. It is thrilling to watch herds of bull elephants roaming fearlessly in the park.

You may also come across leopards, sloth bear, jungle cat, sambhar deer, chital, rhesus macaques, Himalayan goral, Asian jackal and common otter. Two species of crocodiles, mugger and gharial, are other highlights on Corbett tiger tours. Nearly 600 species of birds, many of which are endangered, find home at Jim Corbett National Park.

  • Safari Tours: Corbett wildlife can be explored on a jeep or canter safari. Elephant safari is another good option for Corbett tiger tours.
  • Corbett Waterfalls: A picturesque and tranquil place inside Jim Corbett National Park.
  • Museums: Learn interesting aspects of Corbett wildlife at Corbett Jungle Museum and Dhangari Museum.
  • Temples: Garjia Temple and Sitabani Temple.
  • Kalagarh Dam: The best part of Jim Corbett National Park for bird watching.
  • Dhikala: Watch some striking valley views from here.
  • Location: Nainital District, Uttarakhand (Uttaranchal)
  • Core area: 521 square km., Buffer area: 797 square km.
  • Jim Corbett National Park closes from mid-June to mid-November.
  • Best season for Corbett wildlife sightseeing is throughout from November to June.
  • Tourism zones of Jim Corbett National Park are Bijrani, Jhirna, Dhikala, Sonanadi and Domunda.
  • It is advised to book safari Corbett tiger tours in advance as the park remains crowded with tourists.Corbett wildlife saga continues to spellbind wildlife enthusiasts who find relief in the company of nature and wild creatures. We can help in making Jim Corbett National Park tours a dream come true within your budget. Contact us to obtain more information.