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Elephant Back Safari Tour

Delhi - Corbett National Park - Dhikala - Delhi
Day 01: Delhi/Corbett: O/N at Hotel

Arrive Corbett on arrival check in at hotel, Hotel lunch will be served on arrival at hotel. Drive to Corbett National Park through the rich agricultural belt of Western U.P. and into hill state of Uttranchal. After Lunch and enjoy the expanse of the resort.

Elephant Safari in CorbettEvening Jeep Safari to the Bijrani area of Corbett to find the ElusiveTiger - now the cynosure of every tourists questing eye. The Corbett Park with its varied topography, diverse Flora & Fauna, the beauty of the rivulets, the natural splendour of its landscapes, the Park is a precious heritage. Arrive back to the Resort for a refreshing cup of Tea.There will be an orientation talk and a Question & Answer session on your tour, followed by a Slide show on the Flora & Fauna of the area you will visit during your Elephant Safari. Enjoy your dinner around a campfire.

Day 02: Corbett: O/N stay at Hotel

Start full day Elephant Safari from Durga Devi gate of Corbett Tiger Reserve,Himalayan foothills are one of the natural wonders of the earth, with lushSub Tropical forests and the bountiful Flora & Avifauna, this is a tribute to the nature lover and the photographer of the wild. You can change seatswith the Mahout and get the feel of driving an Elephant with instructions from the Mahout and translated by the Naturalist.

After a packed lunch served in jungle style, somewhere in the midst of wilderness under the canopy of the tall stately Sal trees, we continue theElephant Safari. The experience of just being on an Elephant - a silent bulldozer who has unmatched cross-country abilities - is unexplainable inwords. We arrive after leisurely riding our magnificent companion at River Lodge, for a refreshing cup of tea and overnight stay in thewilderness. After a Wash & rest - we discuss the next days program over a sumptuous dinner sitting around a camp fire, listening to the sounds of the forest orgazing into the starlight sky .Overnight stay at River Lodge .

Day 03 : Corbett: O/N at HotelElephant Safari in Corbett

After an early breakfast we start another full day on Elephant back - always learning the mysteries of this wonderful animal. The Bird life in this loweraltitude wilderness is rich. Every flower truly enjoys the air that it breathes. The morning sun sets the hills on fire in their rich vibrant hues.

The rough rocky terrain and the land formations are unbelievable. After giving our Elephant a nice scrub and bath in the Ramganga river enjoy theexpertise of our chef, who prepares your hot lunch. We commence our Elephant Safari, meandering along the Ramganga river and in the Kalakhand chaur(grasslands) for wildlife viewing. Arrive by evening at River Lodge and visit the quaint village of Jamoon - here one has the opportunityto study the culture of Kumaon and you can also interact with the villagers, who are very simple and humble. After a wash and brief rest join theNaturalist for discussion and Dinner.
Overnight stay at the hotel .

Day 04- Corbett - O/N Dhikala Forest Rest House

After an early wake up call and Breakfast we depart by Jeep for Safari into Corbett National Park - with its varied topography, diverse Flora & Fauna, the beauty of the meandering Ramganga river, the natural splendour of its landscapes, the Park is a precious heritage. The bird life in this area is different and the chances of seeing Leopard and Ghoral are high. We drive down to the Ramganga river, to look for the long snouted, fish eating Gharial and Marsh Crocodiles. With the possibility of seeing 05 species of Kingfishers, Pallas & Himalayan Grey-headed Fishing Eagles, Osprey, Crested Serpent Eagle and of course the Mammalia, the Safari is truly magical.

We arrive at Dhikala Forest Lodge, the natural setting is awesome and thelocation picturesque. Lunch, rest & relax and enjoy the panoramic view ofthe grassland area and its abundant Wildlife. The Dhikala area of CorbettNational Park is probably the finest to observe wildlife in its natural habitat.The Elephant ride from Dhikala provides the opportunity for the exciting,enchanting and ultimate experience in Wildlife viewing and adventure inTiger country and beyond. Enjoy a refreshing cup of tea after an exciting Elephant ride.

After a wash and brief rest join the Naturalist for discussion and Dinner.
Overnight stay at Dhikala Forest Lodge.

Day 05 - Corbett - Overnight at HotelElephant Safari in Corbett

The early morning Elephant ride from Dhikala provides a unique opportunityto observe wildlife in its natural habitat. From the first ray of the rising sun to the evening's deepest glow, the landscape unravels the untaughtharmony of the primitive wild.The morning elephant ride in this pollution free environment certainly builds up the appetite to enjoy a sumptuous breakfast.

A Jeep drive to a watch tower situated overlooking the Ramganga river and a water hole gives us the opportunity to observe wildlife, in true blend with nature and their habitat. Corbett is a paradise for the avid birdwatcher and watch towers are excellent for this purpose.

After checking out and lunch, we depart on a Jeep Safari by the lower jungle track along the Ramganga river, this provides a great opportunity forviewing game, especially Tiger in their natural habitat. This exciting drivethrough the unforgettable, sylvan beauty of the Khinanauli range, offersWildlife viewing in plenty. We continue our Jeep safari through the statelydense Sal Forest and the unparalleled beauty of the luscious green Flora.

We arrive at Hotel - enjoy the comfort of modern toilet andshower facilities and share your experience with other guests around a Bonfire and dinner. The unending stretch of the virgin Sal forests, the vast texture of massive trees, plummages of peacocks dragging the forest floor, the images of Deer jumping across the forest track- all make a tour to Corbett Tiger Reserve a veritable paradise for lovers of nature and Eco-tourism.
Overnight at The Corbett Hideaway.

Day 06- Corbett National Park- Delhi

After a comfortable nights rest, enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and drive to Delhi and transfer to international airport time to catch flight for onward destination.

Tour and Services Ends.
Animal Spotting Tips

If you're serious about observing wildlife there are a few things you can do to enhance your experience and bring you even closer to nature.

1) Once you've planned your trip, visit your local bookshop, library or go on the internet to find a wildlife guide for the area you intend visiting. This will give you the best idea of the kinds of plants and animals you can expect to see.

2) Always take services of a local and experienced naturalist/guide who knows the area better. There is nothing better than local knowledge when it comes to spotting wildlife.

3) Wild animals have their distinct daily and seasonal patterns of activities. a baisc knowledge of these patterns increases one's chances of seeing them. The frequency of wildlife sightings in national parks and reserves varies, depending on the time of year.In India the best times are from February to May,during these months the trees are often bare, so visibility is considerably improved. Since there is also a general scarcity of water, the animals concentrate near sources of water.

4) Many animals have an amazingly alert sense of sight which helps them survive in the wild. To get close takes a great degree of patience and time but you can increase your chances by wearing natural or neutral colours that blend into your surroundings. Keep your movements to a minimum and when you do move, do it slowly and quietly.

5) Animals are very wary of the human voice. So, in order to get close to them, absolute silence is essential. Walk softly and watch where you're placing your feet so as not to snap branches or twigs or create other noise as you make your approach. Even if you have to take a less direct route, avoid walking through dense undergrowth as the animal is more likely to hear you and run away. Avoid carrying any metal objects in your pockets which will make noise. This includes things like car keys and loose change.

6 ) A highly attuned sense of smell is one of the key aspects for many species of wildlife to detect where food is or, indeed, even prey. It is, for many, the most important of their senses in their battle for survival. Don't wear any aftershave or perfume and avoid scented soaps and deodorants. There are plenty of environmentally friendly non-scented soaps and toiletries on the market from specialist camping stores. Although you may baulk at this suggestion, wear your clothes for several days if you're really serious about wildlife spotting. The more you wear your clothes outdoors, the more the fabrics will absorb natural outdoors scents and smells. Always be aware of the wind direction and make sure that the direction in which you approach an animal is where the wind is blowing towards you. If it's blowing away from you, animals can detect your scent from many hundreds of yards away.

7) It shouldn't be important to get too close up to an animal to enjoy the experience and, in some instances, if you do get too near, it can even be dangerous and sometimes life-threatening. Binoculars can keep you at a safe distance from your quarry and means they are less likely to run away. Also, binoculars are the only way to view nesting birds or other forms of young wildlife. You should never get too close to a burrow, a nest or animals out and about with their young.

A magnifying glass will also come in handy if you're interested in examining insects and smaller wildlife alongside plants, flowers etc.

Following these tips and advice will ensure that your experience will be heightened as you marvel at all the wildlife and nature you've witnessed.

 

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