Location
The Corbett National Park is located in the foothills of Himalaya, in the northern Indian state of Uttranchal.


An Overview
Once the hunting ground of British, the Jim Corbett National Park was set up in 1936 with the help of World Wildlife Fund. It was named in the honour of the famous hunter and naturalist Jim Corbett who contributed a lot in setting up the park. It has a wide varieties plant and animal species including the majestic tigers, leopards and elephants. In the year 1973, the park came under the Project Tiger Scheme to preserve the population of tigers. It is the first national park of India to come under this project.


Climate & Ideal Time to Visit
The climate of park is hot during summer with a maximum temperature of 44 degrees C and cold in winters with a minimum temperature of 4 degrees C. The area receives an annual rainfall of 1400 to 2800 mm. The remains closed during monsoon from the month of June to November. So the ideal time to visit the park is from the November to June.

Wildlife Attractions
The Corbett National Park is home to a large number of wildlife species including 110 tree species, 50 mammal species and 580 bird species.

» Flora - A major portion of the park is consist of tress like Sal, Chir, Anauri, Bakli, Bamboo, Lantana and several other.

» Fauna - The park is popular for its population of Bengal Tiger and elephant. Other wildlife in the park includes leopard, civet, Indian Gray Mongoose, Common Otter, Jungle Cat, Sloth bears, Black naked hare, langur, Sambar deer, Barking deer and Porcupine.

» Avi-fauna - Corbett has around 600 bird species including herons, darters, fishing eagles, spotted eagles, barbets, peacocks, sandpiper, ducks, jungle fowl and many more. Its rich bird life makes it one of the popular birdwatching spot in India.


Activities
Jim Corbett National Park provide facilities for Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Horse Safari and Nature Walk. The Tourist Centre of the park arrange jeeps to travel within the park. But elephant safari is the best option to penetrate deeper inside the park to explore its wildlife.


Accommodation
Several forest rest houses and private lodges at Dhikla, Khinanauli, Sarpduli and other nearby areas of the park provide tourist accommodation. Accommodation is also available in hotels, resorts and lodges at Ramnagar.


Nearby Attractions
» Fishing Base Camp in Ramnagar - Ramnagar provides an excellent opportunity to the anglers for angling and fishing along the river Kosi. For this, permission is granted by the Project Tiger Office in Ramnagar.

» Jeep & Elephant Safari - Jeep Safari and Elephant Safari are the most convenient ways to travel within the park. The Forest Department provide all the basic facilities for jungle safaris. Tourist lodges and travel agencies also provide jeeps for the park trips.


Access
» Air - Phoolbagh in Patnagar is the nearest domestic airport at a distance of 50 km. Delhi(300km) is the nearest international airport.

» Rail - Ramnagar is the nearest railhead which is connected to other parts of North India. One can also reach the park via Moradabad.

» Road - The national park is easily accessible from Lucknow, Delhi, Ramnagar via Dhikla.