Jim Corbett National Park
Asia's First National Park  ·  Est. 1936  ·  Project Tiger Birthplace

Into the Heart of
Corbett

India's premier tiger reserve. 260+ Royal Bengal Tigers. 8 safari zones across 1,318 sq km of Sal forests, Chaur grasslands & the Ramganga river valley.

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260+Royal Bengal Tigers
1,318Sq. km Reserve
580+Bird Species
8Safari Zones
Corbett National Park Royal Bengal Tiger Dhikala Chaur
🐅 Welcome to Forest Safaris India
Corbett's Most Trusted Safari Partner

India's Premier
Corbett Specialists

Jim Corbett National Park, established in 1936 as Hailey National Park, is Asia's first national park. Situated in the Himalayan foothills of Uttarakhand, it spans 1,318 sq km of Sal forests, Chaur grasslands, and the iconic Ramganga river valley.

The birthplace of Project Tiger in 1973, Corbett today shelters 260+ Royal Bengal Tigers — the highest density in the world. Beyond tigers: Asian Elephants, Leopards, Mugger Crocodiles, Gharials, Sloth Bears, and over 580 bird species.

At Forest Safaris India, we handle every permit, FRH night-stay, naturalist guide, hotel, and meal — so your only job is to witness the wild.

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Expert NaturalistsCTR-certified guides, 15+ yrs in Corbett
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Permit GuaranteeOfficial CTR permits 30–45 days ahead
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FRH Night StaysDhikala, Gairal, Bijrani Forest Lodges
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Full Meal PlansKumaoni cuisine & forest canteen meals
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Safari Packages

Featured
Safari Experiences

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⭐ Most Popular
Dhikala Night Stay
Open: Nov 15 – Jun 15  ·  Overnight Stay
Dhikala Core Zone
Dhikala Night Stay (2D / 1N)
The crown jewel of Corbett. Overnight inside the core zone at Dhikala FRH. Evening + morning safaris across Asia's largest national park grassland. All meals, permits & naturalist guide included.
₹8,500 / person
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Jungle Day Safari
Year-Round  ·  Morning & Afternoon
Bijrani / Jhirna / Dhela Zone
Jungle Day Safari
3.5-hour open jeep safari with certified naturalist. Max 6 guests per jeep for an intimate experience. All official CTR permits + hotel pick-up & drop included.
₹2,500 / person
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Wildlife Tour Package
4D / 3N  ·  Multi-Zone Premium
Dhikala + Bijrani + Jhirna + Durga Devi
Wildlife Tour Package
The complete Corbett immersion. 3 nights luxury resort, 4 zone safaris, senior photographer-naturalist, all meals, airport transfers & Ramganga boat ride included.
₹18,000 / person
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8 Tourism Zones

Choose Your
Perfect Zone

Each zone offers a distinct ecosystem — open grasslands, dense Sal forests, riverine birding corridors & year-round access.

Dhikala Zone
⭐ Best Tiger Sightings
Zone 01
Dhikala Zone
The crown jewel. Open Nov–Jun. Overnight FRH mandatory. Asia's largest grassland — Dhikala Chaur — highest tiger density in the world. Canter safari available.
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Bijrani Zone
🐘 Family Favourite
Zone 02
Bijrani Zone
Dense Sal forests, frequent tiger & elephant sightings. Day safari & FRH night stay. Just 1 km from Ramnagar gate. Open Oct–Jun. Best for first-timers.
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Jhirna Zone
Zone 03
Jhirna Zone
Open all year. Sloth bears, growing tiger population. 16 km from Ramnagar. Best for off-season visits.
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Dhela Zone
Zone 04
Dhela Zone
Year-round. Mixed deciduous forest. Uncrowded. Ideal for peaceful wildlife photography.
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Durga Devi Zone
Zone 05
Durga Devi Zone
Birdwatcher's paradise. 580+ species. Himalayan Kingfisher. Kosi river corridor.
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Garjiya Zone
Zone 06
Garjiya Zone
Ramganga river views. Gharial & Mugger Crocodile sightings. Garjiya Devi Temple nearby.
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Sitabani Buffer
Zone 07
Sitabani Buffer
Walking safaris permitted. Leopard sightings. Off-beat & serene. Year-round.
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Phato Zone
Zone 08
Phato Zone
Buffer zone open year-round. Scenic forest roads. Leopard, bear, wild dogs.
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Flora & Fauna

Wildlife You'll
Encounter in Corbett

50+ mammal species, 580+ birds, 25 reptile species across diverse Himalayan foothills habitats — one of India's richest biodiversity zones.

Royal Bengal TigerPanthera tigris tigris
Asian ElephantElephas maximus
LeopardPanthera pardus
GharialGavialis gangeticus
Great HornbillBuceros bicornis
Sloth BearMelursus ursinus
Sambar DeerRusa unicolor
Mugger CrocodileCrocodylus palustris
Royal Bengal TigerPanthera tigris tigris
Asian ElephantElephas maximus
LeopardPanthera pardus
GharialGavialis gangeticus
Great HornbillBuceros bicornis
Sloth BearMelursus ursinus
Sambar DeerRusa unicolor
Mugger CrocodileCrocodylus palustris
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Royal Bengal Tiger
Panthera tigris tigris
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Asian Elephant
Elephas maximus
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Leopard
Panthera pardus
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Sloth Bear
Melursus ursinus
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Sambar Deer
Rusa unicolor
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Chital
Axis axis
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Mugger Croc
Crocodylus palustris
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Gharial
Gavialis gangeticus
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Wild Boar
Sus scrofa
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Great Hornbill
Buceros bicornis
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Crested Serpent
Spilornis cheela
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Golden Mahseer
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Forest Stays & Hotels

Sleep Where
Tigers Roam

From government FRH lodges deep inside the reserve to luxury Ramganga riverfront resorts — we book it all.

Dhikala Forest Rest House
⭐ Iconic Stay · Inside Core Zone
Dhikala Forest Rest House
Open: Nov 15 – Jun 15 · Overnight mandatory · Canteen meals
From ₹4,000 / room / night
Bijrani FRH
Forest Rest House
Bijrani FRH
Core Zone · 1 km from Ramnagar
From ₹2,500 / room / night
Luxury Resort
5-Star Riverside Resort
Luxury Corbett Resorts
Pool · Spa · Forest views · Fine dining
From ₹7,000 / room / night
Jungle Camp
Eco Tented Camp
Jungle Tented Camps
Bonfire · Nature walks · Stargazing
From ₹3,500 / tent / night
Heritage Hotel
Heritage Property
Heritage Hotels
Colonial architecture · Gardens · Character
From ₹5,000 / room / night
Our Expertise

Why Choose
Forest Safaris India

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Official Permit Specialists
We secure official CTR entry permits and Dhikala FRH allocations 30–45 days ahead via the government portal. No last-minute disappointments, no extra charges.
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Expert Naturalist Guides
All our naturalists are CTR-certified with 10–20 years of experience. They read pugmarks, locate tigers by alarm calls and know Corbett's ecology intimately.
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Trusted Wildlife Stays
From Dhikala FRH deep inside the core to luxury Ramganga resorts — we've curated the finest accommodation at every price point. We stay where we send you.
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Ethical Wildlife Tourism
We strictly follow CTR guidelines. No baiting, no off-road driving, no wildlife harassment. We operate for the forest's long-term health — not just the next sighting.
Simple & Transparent

How Your Safari
Comes Together

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Share Your Wishlist

Tell us your dates, zones, group size & budget. We design your ideal Corbett itinerary within 24 hours with honest seasonal recommendations.

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We Secure Everything

CTR permits, FRH allocation, naturalist, hotel & all meals — confirmed and sent in a single trip document. No hidden costs, ever.

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Arrive & Explore

Your naturalist receives you at Ramnagar, briefs you on zone etiquette and takes you into the forest at golden hour. Your only job: watch & wonder.

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Memories Forever

Safari report, species checklist & photo tips within 48 hours. We're here for your next visit — many guests return every season.

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Guest Reviews

What Our Guests
Say About Us

Thousands of wildlife enthusiasts have trusted us with their once-in-a-lifetime Corbett experience.

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"The Dhikala night stay was the best wildlife experience of my life. We saw a tigress with two cubs right at the edge of the Chaur grassland at golden hour. Forest Safaris India handled everything – permits, meals, FRH booking – perfectly."
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Vikram Singh
Chandigarh · Dhikala Night Stay
TripAdvisor
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"Bijrani day safari for our family of 5. The jeep was comfortable and our naturalist Suresh was exceptional — he spotted a tiger resting under a Sal tree that we would never have found on our own. Highly recommend for both first-timers and returning visitors."
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Neha Kapoor
Lucknow · Family Safari
Google
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"Jhirna zone in October — we were the only jeep in the entire zone. Two tigers, a sloth bear, and a massive herd of elephants all in 3 hours. Since Jhirna is open year-round it's perfect for off-season visits. Absolutely wild morning."
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Rajan Verma
Jaipur · Jhirna Off-Season
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Visitor Information

Plan Your
Perfect Corbett Visit

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Best Season
Nov–Jun is peak. Dhikala & Bijrani open Nov 15. March–May best for tiger sightings as dry weather concentrates animals near water bodies.
Peak: Feb – May
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Getting There
Ramnagar Railway Station (5–6 hrs from Delhi by train). Nearest airports: Pantnagar 90 km, Delhi IGI 280 km. We provide airport & station transfers.
Delhi → Ramnagar: 280 km
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Booking Rules
Official CTR permits via corbettgov.org. Jeep safaris: max 6 adults. Dhikala requires night-stay booking. Permits open 30 days prior. Book early, especially for weekends.
Book 30–45 days ahead
Safari Timings
Winter (Nov–Feb): 6:30–9:30 AM & 2:30–5:30 PM. Summer (Mar–Jun): 5:30–9:00 AM & 3:30–6:30 PM. Monsoon: Jhirna & Dhela only.
2 safaris per day
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What to Wear
Earthy tones: olive, khaki, brown, tan. Avoid bright colours. Full sleeves even in summer. Layers in winter — mornings dip to 5°C in January at Dhikala.
No bright colours
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Photography Tips
100–400mm zoom lens minimum. Golden hour (6–8 AM, 4–6 PM) for best light. Keep bag silent. Dhikala Chaur is the best spot for open-light tiger photography.
Best light: Golden Hour
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Food & Dining
No restaurants inside the reserve. FRH canteens serve basic Kumaoni meals. Carry packed lunches for day safaris. Ramnagar has good local dhabas near all gates.
Carry packed lunch
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Park Rules
Silence in jungle. No plastic. No flash photography. Stay in jeep always. No safari on Holi. Private vehicles not allowed inside. Follow naturalist instructions.
Silence is golden
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Limited Safari Permits Available

The Jungle Calls.
Will You Answer?

Corbett safari permits sell out weeks in advance — especially Dhikala night stays (Nov–Jun) and Bijrani weekends. Don't miss the season.

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Safari Today

We respond within 2–4 hours. Our Corbett specialists craft the perfect itinerary — zone selection, permit booking, accommodation, meals, transfers & naturalist guide — all in one seamless plan.

  • Official CTR permits secured in advance
  • Certified & experienced naturalist guides
  • Dhikala FRH & luxury resort block bookings
  • Transparent, all-inclusive pricing — no hidden fees
  • Year-round Jhirna & Dhela zone safaris
  • Group discounts for 8+ guests
  • Photography-focused safari options
  • Corporate & school group packages

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