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Jim Corbett National Park
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About Jim Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett National Park is India's oldest national park, set amidst the foothills of the Himalayas in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. Known for housing the endangered Bengal tiger, it is part of the larger Corbett Tiger Reserve and was the first place where Project Tiger was launched in 1973. Home to more than 650 species of rare and migratory birds, it is a haven for bird watchers. The most popular attraction is Dhikala, a forest lodge on the border of Patil Dun Valley, known for its stunning location and rich wildlife. Only 180 vehicles are allowed daily. The park remains closed from July to October during monsoons, though the Jhirna, Dhela, and Sitabani zones stay open year-round. Safaris are organised in all zones by two shifts. The park is spread over 500+ sq km and divided into 5 zones: Bijrani, Dhikala, Jhirna, Domunda, and Sonanandi. Named after the famous hunter-turned-naturalist Jim Corbett, the park shelters tigers, elephants, leopards, deer, and gharials along the Ramganga River. Multiple resorts line the riverbank outside the park, offering jungle-lodge experiences.
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·16 km from city centerJungle Safari
To enjoy bird watching and sights of wild animals, especially tigers, wandering in the wild, the jungle safaris offer jeep rides through the terrain.
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·0 km from city centerCorbett Waterfall
This 66 ft. high waterfall is a sight to witness, especially on full-moon nights. Nature lovers often camp and come on a picnic near this falls.
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·89 km from city centerRiver Rafting
River rafting in the Kosi River at Corbett National Park is one of the popular activities. Offering Class II & III rapids, it can be done only during the monsoons.
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·11 km from city centerDhikala
The Dhikala Forest Lodge is the most popular tourist attraction at Jim Corbett National Park. It is famous for spotting the Bengal tiger, spotted deers, Dhikala Chaur and the rare Hog deer. Dhikala is the only tourism zone where canter safari is available.
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·32 km from city centerBirjani
Bijrani is the best zone after Dhikala to spot the royal Bengal Tiger. Characterised by Sal trees, animals like Chital, Sambar and rare Hog deer can also be spotted here. It is also popular among birdwatchers as it houses almost 600 species of rare and migratory birds.
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·10 km from city centerJhirna
Jhirna safari zone in Corbett National Park is one of the five tourism zones open to the public. It is popular for tiger and sloth bear sightings. Characterised by dry deciduous forest, animals like deer, nilgai, chital and elephants can also be spotted here.
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·16 km from city centerDurga Devi Zone
Durga Devi Zone at Jim Corbett is famous for its safari through dense forestation and hilly terrain. Other than regional flora and fauna, the enchanting zone houses a number of exotic birds and, therefore, is a favourite amongst bird watchers. Wild Elephants, Spotted and Barking Deer, Sambar, Jackals and the Black Faced Monkey can also be spotted h
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·8 out of 17 things to do in Jim Corbett National ParkRock Climbing in Corbett National Park
A challenging sport, rock climbing is a great option for adventurous souls since it involves using all muscle power to climb up an uneven rock formation. With Jim Corbett’s mountainous terrain, it is an excellent destination for rock climbing since there are numerous rocks that are suitable for the activity.
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·9 out of 17 things to do in Jim Corbett National ParkRappelling in Jim Corbett
Rappelling is quite a popular activity in Jim Corbett National National Park which is known for its wildlife and rugged terrain. It is a sport which involves climbing and then descending down a mountainside in a controlled manner with a fixed rope. Given that the area is full of uneven rocky formations, there are plenty of opportunities to engage i
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·10 out of 17 things to do in Jim Corbett National ParkBird Watching at Jim Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand is not only home to dense greenery and a variety of animals but also to a multitude of birds. It is an excellent place to go bird watching and take pictures of the different kinds of birds that are found here, many of which are rare and endangered.
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·11 out of 17 things to do in Jim Corbett National ParkElephant Safari at Jim Corbett
Elephant Safari at Jim Corbett is a popular activity, apart from the jeep and canter safari. Done under the supervision of an elephant handler in the daytime or in the afternoon, one would get to go up to the periphery of the park and see tigers, elephants and other animals and birds.
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3.2
·20 km from city centerGarjia Temple
Dedicated to Goddess Parvati, Garjia Devi temple perched atop a huge rock in the midst of Kosi River is also home to the deities of Baba Bhairon, Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha and Goddess Saraswati.
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·47 km from city centerCorbett Museum
Located at Kaladhungi, Corbett Museum is a bungalow that earlier belonged to Jim Corbett- the well known tiger conservationist and contains his memoirs, his personal belongings, letters written by him as well as his friends and well wishers, antiques and rare photographs.
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·16 km from city centerKosi River
Kosi River in Jim Corbett National Park makes a picturesque location with a breathtaking view of the hills in the backdrop and pristine clear waters. Inhabited by mahseer fish, it attracts huge number of migratory birds. It is also popular for rafting.
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·16 km from city centerDurga Mandir Temple
Durga Mandir is an ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Durga. The stunning temple architecture with relief work displaying legends of other Hindu deities attracts tourists in large numbers. The temple comes across as quite a surprise in the dense forests of the park but is considered to hold religious importance.
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