Jim Corbett Museum:
The Corbett museum is one of the most captivating parts of the dense Corbett Reserve beautifully located in Kaladhungi and is positioned just 3 km away from its main town. The Kaladhungi location is ideally crisscrossed from Nainital via Khurtpal and the museum preposited here is the most featured sites for the tourists. The museum is actually a heritage bungalow of Jim Corbett, the renowned hunter turned environmentalist who raised the value of wildlife conservation; and this magnificent museum brings the memory of the life and activities of the spectacular and distinguished person in the jungle of the Kumaon hills. A visit to the Corbett Museum is more meaningful and knowledgeable since one can learn the importance of wildlife while roaming around the vast and majestic vicinity of the Corbett Reserve.
By visiting the heritage museum one can surely imagine how majestic these man-eaters are and the close encounter of such species is really worthwhile. Since the museum beholds many attractive belongings of Jim Corbett including personal articles, paintings, sketches, manuscripts and last hunt of its own. The whole museum has glorifying attractions that catch attentions of all the tourists. It is the place where the animal lovers can also make some good purchase of handmade rural items and handicraft items that reflect the images of tiger and other wild animals.
The best time to visit this museum is during the months of November to June; although the Corbett museum remains open throughout the year and remain closed only in Holi. The timings for visiting this museum is between 7.00 A.M. to 6 P.M.
Garjia Temple: Garjia Devi Temple is situated at an approximate distance of 14 km from Ramnagar city on the way to Ranikhet. The temple is actually a huge rock that is placed amidst river Kosi, which has been named as Garjia Devi after the deity. Devotees reach temple after climbing several flights of stairs. Temple attracts thousands of devotees from across the globe. Newlywed Couple coming to Corbett must seek the blessings of Garjia Devi.
Sitabani Forest Reserve: Located at an approximate distance of 10 km from Ramnagar, Sitabani is a hard forest area but not the part of Corbett Tiger Reserve. Sitabani is heaven for bird watchers as the place is only spot where many species of feathered creatures beautify the environs of area. Apart from, the reserve provides an adobe to a good number of wildlife including barking deer, tigers, leopard, wild boars, elephant and king cobra. The place has historic importance too; associated with the epic Ramayana, it is said that Sitabani is the same place where Goddess Sita (wife of Lord Rama) spent her days of expulsion. Declared as buffer zone area by the forest officials only has two modes of transport - Elephant and Jeep Safari is allowed. Corbett Water Fall: Situated at an approximate distance of 25 km from Ramnagar City by surface. The waterfall is snuggled amidst the green foliage and cascades down into a small lagoon like pool. It is a best picnic spot for groups visiting Jim Corbett National Park. Tourist can enjoy swimming and can refresh all the senses of the body.
Dhangarhi Museum: Dhangarhi gate is situated 20 km from Ramnagar railway station. The museum has been set up at the main entry gate of the park is like an introduction to Jim Corbett National Park. The museum depicts the maximum information about the land topography and wildlife species residing the park.
Corbett Jeep Safari Booking
Information to be kept in mind for Corbett Safari Booking
Tourists are requested to obtain the entry pass that was being issued during online booking for Jim Corbett safari.
The entry permit is provisional and can be canceled without any prior intimation.
The Director of Corbett Tiger Reserve is supreme authority and his decision will be final as all is being governed under him.
The entry permit is strictly not transferable.
The official registered guides can only join the excursion. Do not change them for mutual convenience.
After Sunset, entry to National Park is strictly prohibited.
On Saturday and Sunday price may be high.
Dhikala tourist Zone is not permitted for the tourist who did not stay in the forest lodge.
Getting down from the vehicle while you do the jeep safari is strictly prohibited.
No pets will be allowed inside the CTR so, avoid carrying them.
All visitors are expected to act responsibly following all the rules and regulations as given above. Do the needful with the cooperation.
Jeep Safari In Jim Corbett
The Tourist Zones: In order to promote tourism in the region Corbett National Park has been divided into five different zones. These are the marked buffer or core area of the park where visitors can be part of wildlife safari and can enjoy the intriguing behavior of the animals with bare eyes at proximity.
Bijrani Safari Zone : Bijrani Zone is very popular tourist's hub because of its abundant natural beauty and open grasslands. The entry gate of the zone is located at only 01 Km from Ramnagar city.
Jhirna Safari Zone : Jhirna is another important tourist zone in the Jim Corbett National park that is open for tourist round the year. Jhirna Gate is located at 16 km from Ramnagar city.
Dhela Safari Zone : Dhela is a new eco tourism zone in Corbett National Park included in tiger reserve zone in November 2014. This is the only area in the reserve's buffer zone open to tourists in CTR. The zone is retaining the attention of large number of tourist because of its wealthy flora and fauna, open throughout the year, located at an approximate distance of 13 Km from Ramnagar City.
Dhikala Zone : Being the largest and most varied zone in Corbett, Dhikala is famous for its abundant natural beauty as well as offering the best sight for exotic fauna. The entry gate is 18 km away from Ramnagar city. Night stay inside the Dhikala Tourism Zone is highly recommended for the hard core wildlife enthusiasts.
Durga Devi zone : Located on the north-eastern boundary of the Jim Corbett National Park, Durga Devi zone is the heaven on planet earth for those who are fond of bird watching. Entry gate is located at an approximate distance of 36 km from Ramnagar city.
Sitabani Buffer Zone : Sitabani Zone doesn't fall under the Corbett Tiger Reserve area. If you are fond of serene ambiance of the natural beauty, must visit Sitabani area.
How to Reach Corbett: Ramnagar is perhaps the best approach to the Corbett National Park which forms the headquarters of CTR. This small city is well connected by road and rail network with major cities of India like Delhi, Moradabad, Nainital and Bareilly. Once you reach Ramnagar, then it takes only half an hour to reach Corbett National Park.
The park is around 15 Kms from Ramnagar railway station.
By Road: Ramnagar has a very good network of road that connects the different cities. The Corbett National Park is situated at an approximate surface distance of 260 Kilometer from India's national capital Delhi. The state government of Uttarakhand plies buses at a short interval of time from Delhi, Moradabad, Haldawani, and Nainital that reaches Corbett directly.
By Rail: The railway station in Ramnagar receives trains from different major cities of India like Delhi, Moradabad and Bareilly. A direct train to Ramnagar runs from Delhi. You can check out for Ranikhet Express, Corbett Link Express and Kathgodam Express that takes you directly to Ramnagar.
Distance from Major Cities:
Delhi: Delhi - Moradabad - Kashipur - Ramnagar (260 Kms)
Nainital: Via Kaladhungi to Ramnagar (62 Kms)
Lucknow: Lucknow - Bareilly - Kicha - Rudrapur - Kashipur - Ramnagar (436 km)
Dehradun : Dehradun - Ramnagar (232 km)
Jim Corbett Safari Price and zones
Pricing
- INR 6900 / - Jeep
- Maximum 6 Persons & 2 children
- Between - 5 to 12 years
- allowed in ONE Jeep
Zone
- Durgadevi
- Sitabani
- Phanto
- Bijrani , Garjiya
- Jhirna , Dhela
Timing
- Morning 6:00 AM - 9.30 AM
- Evening 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Safari Timing Varies
- Season Changes
Pricing
- INR 1850 / Person
- ONE Canter has 16 Seats
Zone
- Peaceful Dhikala
Timing
- Morning 6:00 AM - 11.50 AM
- Evening 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Pricing
- INR 3500 Indian (Only 4 Person Allow in one Elephant)
- INR 5500 Foreigner (Only 4 Person Allow in one Elephant)
Zone
- Corbett landscape Zone
Timing
- Timings are Between 6 AM to 6 PM (Elephant safari is for only 1 hr)
- You can choose only Morning or Evening slot at the time of booking
- You can finalise your timings from the Elephant safari Coordinator after booking.