India Wildlife Resorts

Corbett National Park, Uttaranchal

Total Coverage Area : 52,082 hectares.

Established : 1936 as a National Park

Originally Names As: Hailey National Park

Renamed As: Corbett National Park In 1957

Declared As: A Tiger Reserve In 1973

About Jim Corbett National Park:

The Corbett National Park, where Project Tiger was launched in 1973, is regarded as India's finest national park and its major attractions are the Tiger, Indian Elephant and Leopard.Corbett national park is drained by the Ramganga river, the dam at Kalagarh forming a huge lake to the west of the national park. The park is essentially a large low valley.

A range of hills runs through the middle of the national park, roughly east to west. The forests are moist deciduous, with Sal as the dominant tree.Chir Pine trees are to be found on the higher ridges of the hills. On the low-lying areas riverine forests, with Shisham and Khair trees, are intermixed with grasslands known locally as 'Chaurs'.

Project Tiger(Jim Corbett National Park):

The overage area of the park was 520-sq-kms in 1986, and a proposed extension of 588-sq-kms is under consideration. Project Tiger, which was set up with the help of the World Wildlife Fund, was launched at Dhikala, in the Corbett National Park on April 1, 1973. This project was aimed at saving the Indian tiger from extinction. Over 50 mammals, 580 birds and 25 reptile species have been listed in the Corbett National Park.The insect life is also astounding, noticeably specially after the monsoons. But undoubtedly, the jewel of the Corbett is the Indian tiger. It was estimated that in 1984, the tiger population was 90 in this national park.

Corbett was the former hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Rewa and at present is a famous natural hub for White Tigers. White Tigers, in human and cattle population in the beginning of the 20th century led to the disturbance of this balance, and the first man-eaters started appearing. Soon the numbers of these man-eaters increased and Kumaon became famous.

The hunter Jim Corbett became famous with his leopard shooting exploits in this region. In his book "Temple Tiger", he describes how he killed the Champawat Tiger and the Panar Leopard, which had hunted 836 human beings in the first decade of this century. However from 1930s onwards, the number of tigers fell sharply with the increase in the number of hunters who belonged to the Indian royals as well British sportsmen.

The situation deteriorated rapidly and in 1971, the Indian government banned the killing of tigers. Project Tiger was started and the Jim Corbett National Park was formed - the name honoring the famous hunter of the past.

Places To See in Corbett :

Dikhala: Dhikala most well known of the popluar tourist destinations in Corbett. Dhikala offers an awesome uninterrupted panoramic view of the valley, with the Kanda ridge in the backdrop. This sight appears all the more imposing from the watchtower near Dhikala. The Tourist Complex overlooks Dhikala chaur (one of the largest remaining grasslands of the Park) and Phulai chaur. A drive through the numerous trails through chaurs is rewarded with sightings of wild elephants, chital, hog deer and numerous grassland bird species and raptors. The old rest house at Dhikala is a historic structure, having been built over a hundred years ago.

Corbett Museum: Corbett Museum at Dhangarhi where you will see the belonging and life history of Mr. Jim Corbett still intact at the museum with some of the animals at corbett national park.

Garjia Temple: 14 kms. from Ramnagar,on the way to Ranikhet, is a huge rock in the midst of river Kosi. This place has been named Garjia Devi after the deity. The temple is visited by thousands of devotees from different parts of the state. A large fair is held here on kartik Poornima. Ramnagar is the last bus terminus, from where Garjia Devi Temple is 14 kms.

Climate( Jim Corbett National Park):

As with the rest of the country, there are three well-defined seasons at the Corbett National Park. winter from November to February, summer from March to June and the rainy season the rest of the year.

Hotels & Resorts in Corbett National Park

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Claridges Corbett Hideaway
	The burnt red of the cottages forms a restful backdrop to verdant environs. Sloping tiled roofs, cool stone floors with throw rugs, block wood furniture and other details allow maximum comfort while continuing the illusion of being in the wilds.

Corbett Riverside Resort
	The Corbett Riverside Resort is a sprawling 12 acres of lush landscaped expanse, located in Garjia by the banks of the river Kosi. It is surrounded by the verdant forests of the Jim Corbett National Park.

Quality Inn Corbett Jungle Resort
	Quality Inn Corbett Jungle Resort at Kumeria Reserve Forests have wood pannelled stone cottages in a leafy mango orchard above the Kosi, 29-km from Ramnagar on the road north to Ranikhet, 9-km beyond the Dhangarhi gate.

Tiger Tops Corbett Lodge
	A Government approved as a three-star hotel, Infinity Lodge is located 8 kms from Ramnagar Railway Station & Downtown area. This Lodge has a Swimming Pool, Indoor Games, Library and Jogging Trek.

Dhikala Forest Lodge
	Corbett's main camp, Dhikala, beautifully situated, overlooking the Ramganga reservoir and the forested hills beyond, is 40-kms northwest of Ramnagar. You can only stray beyond the confines of the camp.

Sarapduli Forest Rest House
	It is possible to gain entry to these two ridges only if you have overnight bookings at one of these rest houses. One other way of seeing the central ridge area is by taking the conducted tour organized by the park

Tiger Camp Jungle Lodge
	Tiger Camp is located on the periphery of Corbett National Park surrounded by thick jungles on one side and river Kosi on the other. Tiger Camp offers deluxe cottages and rooms, superior rooms & standard cottages.

The Wild Safari Lodge
	Wild Safari lodge is located at Betalghat (Kumaon Region, Uttaranchal, India) , a sleepy little village on the banks of river Kosi that abounds in Mahseer, on the edge of the jungles where Jim Corbett found Tiger.

Infinity Resort, Corbett
	Owned and managed by Khatau International, a Dilip D. Khatau Group Company. Infinity Resort is situated in the himaliyan foothills on the banks of the Kosi River. Situated in the Kumaon hills of Uttaranchal.

Corbett Ramganga Resort
	Sprawled across 20 acres in the hinterland of Corbett Country is the abode of the adventure seeker - Corbett Ramganga Resort. Corbett is set in the beautiful undulating Shivalik foothills of the Himalayas in Uttaranchal .

Wild Crest Resort
	Experience all the excitement and exhilaration of holidaying in the heart of the Indian wildlife, we at Wild Crest Resort offer you window seat to be the ultimate theme show.

Camp Forktail Creek Jungle Lodge
	Camp Forktail Creek is situated in the midst of a dense Sal forest on the north-eastern periphery of Corbett Tiger Reserve. Corbett National Park is India's first and one of her finest National Park.

Camp Riverwild
	Home to six luxurious suites, all overlooking the riverbed, Camp Riverwild boasts all the features of an exceptional jungle Retreat - beautiful setting, excellent cuisine and abundant wildlife.

Corbett Countyy
	Corbett Countyy is a place very close to nature, the charm of the place is in the serene environment that it provides to the guests, One thing they always long for in their cities.

Corbett Kingdom
	Perfectly located in the heart of "Corbett City", Corbett Kingdom enjoys spectacular views and offers a unique experience for business and leisure travelers.

Jim's Jungle Retreat
	Jim's Jungle Retreat is situated along the wild south-eastern border of Corbett Tiger Reserve. It is around 2 km from Jhirna forest range, which is open to visitors throughout the year.

Corbett Jungle Retreat
	Corbett Jungle Retreat is situated just near the bank of Kosi river in a mango orchard with the panoramic view of Corbett National Park. The Camp provides you all the wildlife related activities with experts.

Manu Maharani Resort
	Manu Maharani Resorts is situated in the heart of Corbett Country, a five hour drive from Delhi - 270 kms Northeast of Delhi; It's a great weekend destination. The resort is 9 Kms away from the main town, Ramnagar, towards the park.

Corbett River View Retreat
	Located on the edge of Corbett National Park and reserve forest, the Kosi River runs alongside the resort for a kilometer, flanked by cliffs and forest. This luxury jungle resort, situated in 21 acres has 21 deluxe suites and 10 deluxe double rooms.

Corbett Roop Resort
	Corbett Roop Resort is located 2 Kms. from the main Dhikala Gate, entrance to Corbett National Park, Resort is surrounded by dense forests on the one side & River Kosi and Nainital Hills on the other side.

Corbett Suman Grand
	Corbett Suman Grand is a boutique resort at the outskirts of the Corbett National Park. Sharing Reserve Forest boundary where one can see the wild life during night, right from the balcony of our Premium cottatges and Kosi flowing behind the resort

Corbett Tiger Den Resort
	Corbett Tiger Den Resort is spread over an area 6 acres, Corbett Tiger Den Resort, is one of the finest hotel in Corbett. Exotic mixed shrubbery, alive with flower is crossed by pebbled paths lead to charming cottages with sit outs.

The Wildlife in Corbett National Park:

Mammals : The Sloth Bear, Himalayan Black Bear, Dhole, Jackal, Yellow Throated Martem, Himalayan Palm Civet, Indian Grey Mongoose, Common Otter, Porcupine, Clack-taped Hare are the other attractions of this area. It is possible to see elephants all over the park too. There are four species of deer residing over here. These are the Chital, the well-known Spotted Deer, Para, Kakka, and the Barking Deer. The Goat Antelopes are represented by the Ghoral.

Birding: There is a lot for the bird watchers in this park. It has over 580 species of birds. Most of the water birds are migrant, and arrive in winters. Some of these are the Greylag, Bar-headed Goose, Duck, Grepe, Snipe, Sandpiper, Gull and wagtail. The residents include Darters, Cormorants, Egrets, Herons, the black-necked Stork and the spur winged Lapwings.

Reptiles, which are residents of this area, are the Gharial, the rare Fish eating, long - nosed Crocodile, and a few species of Turtles and Tortoises. The Indian Python, Viper, Cobra, Krait and King Cobra also inhabit the Corbett National Park.

Fishes: Mahaseer, kalimuchi, kalabasu, chilwa and goonch. : Mahaseer, kalimuchi, kalabasu, chilwa and goonch.