Corbett Pursuits
Tigers are the buzzword at Corbett. You may spot them and you may not
but whatever time of the year you visit you will of course find deer,
elephants, crocodiles, and a whole host of other animals including wild
boars, otters, mongoose and snakes- to see and hear, as well as the
year-round, ever-changing natural beauty of the scenery to enjoy.
Tiger Spotting
Travelling inside the park by jeep offers you the best chance to spot
tigers, since you are able to cover much wider area in the time
available. Your guide is also well-versed in listening for warning cries
and gouging the habit of the animals.
Elephant Rides
Taking an elephant ride is an experience in itself and even though the
chance of seeing an tiger from an elephants back is much less, the
thrill is even greater if by chance, you do. There is nothing quiet like
sitting on elephant's back, with nothing-no steel, no wheels, no glass
and no engines -between you and nature's one of the most magnificent
carnivores. You simply feel much closer to nature. As you sway along
your Vehicle's lazy rips a tree branch off as as she lumbers along to
munch her food.
Angling
Ramnagar makes an ideal fishing base camp. At Lohachaur, 15-kms north
along the River Kosi, good anglers dream is to reach the Mahseer, a
majestic River Carp. Permits to have a go must be sought from the
Project Tiger office in Ramnagar; most resorts also arrange all
inclusive fishing trips.
Wildlife Viewing
An Elephant Safari in this exemplary park will give you the chance to
view some of the most exciting wildlife. Chital, Sambar, and various
other deer species find refuge in the Savannah grasslands and Tigers are
occasionally drawn in looking for prey. Tiger-sightings are few and far
between, but you may be rewarded with fresh pug marks.
Treks
Although walking is not allowed within the park itself, the reserve
forests around the tiger reserves are ideal for gentle treks. Stout and
comfortable walking shoes are a must, and if you have binoculars, bring
them along. Temperatures in the winter can go down to freezing, so
jacket or waterproof coats to keep out the chilly winds. Try to blend
in, as far as possible, with natural surroundings.
Jeep Safari in Corbett
Jeeps Safari, is the most appropriate way to travel within Corbett
national park. Explore the lush green forested region of Jim Corbett and
feel close to it's conducive wildlife. This safari will stimulate your
senses with exotic wildlife such as Elephants, Leopards, Hyenas, Jackals
and Wild Dogs. There are also some magnificent animals like Hog Deer,
Barking Deer, Sambhar, Chital and Bears, both Sloth and Himalayan.
Feathery Miracle
The Park is home to over 580 species of avifauna and birdwatchers can
have a field day spotting some of its more unusual denizens such as
bright headed cisticola and red avadavat. If you had ever read any book
or Salim Ali's classic book it would work as a bible.
Corbett Track
- The nearest railhead is Ramnagar Station. Ramnagar is the entry
point to Corbett and is approximately 280 kms by road from Delhi.
- Wildlife Forest Dept Office: The Director, Corbett Tiger
Reserves, Ramnagar-2444715, Dist Nainital
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