Once inside the park, one gets to enjoy a spectacular panorama of the jungle, reminding one of Kipling's Jungle Book. Apart from this, one can see, observe, and photograph several many species of birds, mammals, reptiles, flora, etc.The Corbett National Park has been the hot favorite getaway for the tourists, wildlife fans, and adventure seekers since many years. Corbett National park world renowned and is known as the 'Land of the trumpet, roar and song'. The kaleidoscope of flora and fauna here makes this an ideal destination for an enthusiastic naturalist. Nestling in the foothills of the Himalayas, the Corbett National Park extends over an area of 520.82sq.km. In recent years the number of people coming here has increased dramatically. Presently, every season more than 70,000 visitors come to the park from India and other countries.
The park has always been noted for its tigers that are spotted quite often, are one of the prime attractions for the tourists. The park has a magnificent blend of green flora that include a diverse variety of trees, shrubs, bamboos and grasses. There are almost 488 different types of species of plants in the park; some of the main species found here are Bel, Chbilla, Dhak, Bakli, Pula, Bamboo,Semal, Khingan, Sal, Khair, Sissoo, Ber, Kuthber, Kharpat, Rohini. Apart from the greens Corbett National park is home to a long list of wildlife that comprises of 50 mammals, 580 kinds of birds and 25 reptile species. The entire spectrum of animals that this park inhabits include elephants, Himalayan black bear in the higher elevations, sloth bear, varieties of lesser known cats, dhole -the wild dog. If you happen to be passing by the lake then one can spot crocodiles, gharials, tortoises and pythons. This Park has almost 33 different species of reptiles, 7 different species of amphibians, around 7 different species of fish and 37 different species of dragonflies. Corbett park also has a spectacular bird diversity to offer its visitors. The park, has over 600 species of birds, including the pied kingfisher, crested serpent eagle, fishing eagle and Himalayan grey headed fishing eagle. Dhikala is the park centre and for the convenience of the tourist it offers accommodation. There are forest rest houses dotted around but these are suitable only if the visitors possess their own transport. Elephant rides are available at low cost from Dhikala & this is the best way to See the jungle and its inhabitants.
Climate : Summer begins in March-April, with a minimum of 9 and maximum of 40 degrees; May-June gets hotter at 21-45 degrees. Winter is November - February at 4-26 degrees. The temperature in the Winters can go down to 4 degrees centigrade at night and the entire jungle is dry in the summer months as the temperature goes up to 44 degrees centigrade. The annual rainfall in the park ranges between 1400mm and 2800mm.
Get IN :
By Air : The National Park does not have its own airstrip or helipad. For domestic tourists, the nearest airport is Phoolbagh (Pantnagar), which lies at a distance of 50 km from the park. Delhi at a distance of 300 km is the nearest international airport.
By Rail : Ramnagar is on the broad gauge track from where the road transport options have to be availed to reach the park. From here, trains are easily available to reach major cities across the country. One of the regular trains, which operate from Delhi to Ramnagar, is the Ranikhet Express.
By Road : Dhikala is 300 km from Delhi, 145 km from Lucknow and 51 km from Ramnagar. For reaching Jim Corbett National Park from New Delhi, the Hapur - Muradabad - Ramnagar route is quite suitable. Private taxis can also be hired to reach the Park.
