Jim Corbett Nature Park is one of the perfect destinations for wildlife enthusiasts. The centre of excitement and thrill surrounding the 520 sq km wildlife buff gives a good experience with the endangered species.

How To Reach Corbett National Park

• Altitude: 385-1100 m above sea level
• Annual rainfall: 1400-2800 mm.
• Temperature range: winter lowers to 4°C and heights to 42°C in summer.
• When to Visit: Corbett National Park opens only through the months of November to June.

 Best time to visit Jim Corbett National Park

To streamline tourists and for the comfort of tourists, the tourism management Corbett National reserve has divided the park into five regions with different entry and exit gates.

Dhikala Zone, Canter Safari Zone is open from 15^th November to 15^th June.

Bijrani Zone, Jeep Safari Zone, Day Jeep Safari is accessible from 5^th October to 30^th June.

Jhirna Zone, Jeep Safari Zone, only Day Jeep Safari is open throughout year but subject to weather conditions.

Dhela Zone – Jeep Safari Zone, Only Day Safari can be visited from 15^th November to 15^th June.

Sitabani Forest Zone (Buffer Zone) can be accessed all around the year.

What are the opening and closing timings of the National Park?

Winter Timings:

Entry: Morning Safari: 0730 hrs Evening Safari: 1500 hrs

Exit: Morning Safari: 1030 hrs Evening Safari: 1700 hrs

Summer Timings:

Entry: Morning Safari: 0630 hrs Evening Safari: 1600 hrs

Exit: Morning Safari: 0930 hrs Evening Safari: 1800 hrs

Jim Corbett National Park known for?

Jim Corbett National Park is known to protect the endangered species Panthera tigris tigris, or the Bengal Tiger. Also the park is known to protect many amphibians, mammals and the reptiles of endangered and rare species.

When was this National Park established?

The national park was established in the year 1936 as Hailey national park to safeguard the Bengal Royal Tigers.  In 1950s it was first renamed as Ramganga and then the park got its renowned name Jim Corbett National Park. The Park got major establishments due to the British Sportsman and writer Jim Corbett.

Where is Jim Corbett National Park located?

Jim Corbett National Park is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and approximately 35kms from the northwest of Ramnagar.  The natural area is proximate in the southern Uttarakhand state.

 Attractions in and around the National Park?

• Garjiya Devi Temple – The powerful Shakthi shrine is situated in the outskirts of the Corbett National Park.
• Bijrani Zone Corbett National Park – Another national park situated in Bichpuri range,
• Sitabani Wildlife Reserve – The beautiful ride into the deep forest is open for safari tours all around the year.
• Corbett Falls –About 25kms from Ramnagar this place can be reached. A two km trekking from the road also lead to this scenic picnic spot.
• Kalagarh Tiger Reserve –The Sonandi Wildlife Sanctuary is in the Lansdowne region of Uttarakhand. It accommodates almost 100 tigers and entertains wildlife safaris.
• Barati Rau Waterfall – The beautiful fresh water stream in Sandhini Chaur.

Can you tell me where I can stay while visiting Jim Corbett National Park?

The national Park area is well maintained and the nearby areas are well developed to accommodate tourists. The 3-star hotels, budget hotels, luxury resorts, airbnb home stays, forest lodges are comfortable and convenient for the stay. Few of the prominent resorts include Manu Maharani Resorts, The Solluna Resort, The Riverview Retreat, Aahana the Corbett Wilderness, Namah, Jim’s Jungle Retreat, and Corbett Wild Iris Spa and Resort.

Useful tips:

• Hire a trained gypsy professional who is versed with the route inside the park.
• No music or singing during jeep and elephant safaris.
• Do not indulge in any behaviour that can frighten or harm the animals.
• Inside the park, adhere to the strict guidelines and instructions.
• Carrying firearms is strictly prohibited.
• Keep a watch on the speed limit of the vehicle and don’t blow horns.
• Non vegetarian food is not allowed inside the Park.
• The transfer of entry tickets to another person is impossible.
• Smoking, lighting not allowed in the Tiger Reserve.
• Do not divert the routes from your designated area which may harm animals.