jim corbett national park: the paradise of tigers · km. the elevation of jim corbett national park...

4
Jim Corbett National Park: The Paradise of Tigers Jim Corbett National Park rightly called ‘The Paradise of Tigers’ for the fact that it holds a large population of tigers in its breathtaking landscapes that consists of different varieties of flora & fauna. It is the oldest national park in India and was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park to protect the endangered Bengal tiger. It is located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand and was named after Jim Corbett who played a key role in its establishment. The park was the first to come under the Project Tiger initiative. It has hills, rivers, marshy areas, grasslands and a large lake, all spread over an area of 520.8 sq km. The elevation of Jim Corbett National park ranges from 1,300 feet to 4,000 feet. One can spent a chunk of the day in the jungles of Corbett, praying for a glimpse of the elusive big cat, and marveling at the magnificent colors of the Kingfisher, the Woodpecker & the Chestnut Bee- eater.

Upload: others

Post on 02-Aug-2020

5 views

Category:

Documents


0 download

TRANSCRIPT

Page 1: Jim Corbett National Park: The Paradise of Tigers · km. The elevation of Jim Corbett National park ranges from 1,300 feet to 4,000 feet. One can spent a chunk of the day in the jungles

Jim Corbett National Park: The Paradise of Tigers

Jim Corbett National Park rightly called ‘The Paradise of Tigers’ for the fact that it holds a large

population of tigers in its breathtaking landscapes that consists of different varieties of flora & fauna. It

is the oldest national park in India and was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park to protect the

endangered Bengal tiger. It is located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand and was named after Jim Corbett

who played a key role in its establishment. The park was the first to come under the Project Tiger

initiative. It has hills, rivers, marshy areas, grasslands and a large lake, all spread over an area of 520.8 sq

km. The elevation of Jim Corbett National park ranges from 1,300 feet to 4,000 feet.

One can spent a chunk of the day in the

jungles of Corbett, praying for a glimpse

of the elusive big cat, and marveling at

the magnificent colors of the Kingfisher,

the Woodpecker & the Chestnut Bee-

eater.

Page 2: Jim Corbett National Park: The Paradise of Tigers · km. The elevation of Jim Corbett National park ranges from 1,300 feet to 4,000 feet. One can spent a chunk of the day in the jungles

Some Facts about Corbett -

Climate -

Summer (March – June): 19 degree to 40 degree C

Winter (Nov – Feb): 19 degree to 40 degree C

Best Time to Visit: November to March

A. Flora:

A total of 488 different species of plants have

been recorded in the park.

The trees are spread over almost 73% of the

park; only 10% of the area consists of

grassland

The dense forests in the park Sal, Haldu,

Peepal, Rohini and Mango Trees.

B. Rivers Flowing:

Ramganga, Sonanadi, Mandal, Plain.

Page 3: Jim Corbett National Park: The Paradise of Tigers · km. The elevation of Jim Corbett National park ranges from 1,300 feet to 4,000 feet. One can spent a chunk of the day in the jungles

C. Fauna:

50 species of Mammals, 580 species of Birds and 25 species of reptiles

Wild animals: Tiger, Leopard, Jungle Cat, Leopard Cat, Elephant, Sambar Deer, Spotted Deer,

Hog Deer, Barking Deer, Himalayan Bear, etc.

Water world: Mugger, Crocodile, Gharial, Mahseer, Goonch, Trout, Rohu, outer etc.

Reptiles: Monitor Lizard, Python, King Cobra etc.

Birds life: Fish Owl, Stone Curlew, Green Pigeon, Hornbill, Barbet, Tailor Bird, Crested Swifts,

Swallows, Finches and lots more.

Safari Timings -

Winter

Morning Safari: 0730 hrs – 1030 hrs

Evening Safari: 1500 hrs – 1700 hrs

How to reach Ramnagar -

Nearest Railway Station: Ramnagar

Nearest Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi

Direct trains are available from Delhi to Ramnagar

f

Summer

Morning Safari: 0730 hrs – 1030 hrs

Evening Safari: 1500 hrs – 1700 hrs

Page 4: Jim Corbett National Park: The Paradise of Tigers · km. The elevation of Jim Corbett National park ranges from 1,300 feet to 4,000 feet. One can spent a chunk of the day in the jungles

Tour Itinerary-

Day 1

Pick up from Ramnagar at morning.

Transfer to FRH.

After Lunch evening safari, transfer to FRH.

Day 2

Morning Safari, transfer to FRH.

After Lunch evening safari, transfer to FRH.

Day 3

Morning Safari, transfer to FRH.

After Lunch evening safari, transfer to Ramnagar Rail Station.

Note: The guests will need to carry the voter ID Card or Passport as the Photo identity proof. All

documents should be carried in original with one copy.

Tour Cost (Ramnagar to Ramnagar)-

For 6 pax: 2 Night 3 Days – Rs. 10,670/- per person

Package Inclusions Package Exclusions

Accommodation (2 nights in FRH) on double

sharing basis.

Any kind of personal expenses or optional

tours/ extra meals ordered.

All jungle entry fees, vehicle, guide & parking

charges.

Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls. Any

kind of drinks (alcoholic, mineral, aerated).

Ex Ramnagar Station transfers. Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/

stay on account of flight/ train

5 Jungle Safaris & Ramnagar Station Transfers

by Non AC Maruti Gypsy.

Cancellation due to bad weather, ill health,

roadblocks, political disturbances and/ or any

factors beyond control.

Anything not mentioned under the head

‘Package Inclusions’.

Let’s Begin Our Journey……