Jim Corbett National Park Uttarakhand

Corbett National park was established in 1936 by the name Hailey National Park & it was renamed in 1956 after the name of Jim Corbett – who was conservationist & author, who had played a key role in the establishment of the Park. Corbett has the glory of being India's oldest and most prestigious National Park. Corbett National park is one of tiger reserve with the aim to protect the Bengal Tiger from extinction & also to boost the diversity of the ecosystem to ensure a viable population of tigers. This place has natural uniqueness, diverse wildlife, stunning landscape & rich grassland. Corbett is home to a variety of flora and fauna; it houses more than 586 species of resident and migratory birds & varied wildlife including royal Bengal tiger, elephant and four to five species of deer.

1) Jungle Safari: Enjoy the jungle safari, it is the best option to explore the surrounding & spot various wild animals like Elephants, Deers, Gharials, Crocodiles, and Tigers.

2) Elephant Ride: Elephant rides can be at Dhikala and Bijrani zones during the morning and evening shift. Elephant ride is not only in itself an exciting experience but also offer good chances for wildlife life sighting. Elephant ride booking is done strictly on 'First Come, First Get' basis.

3) Watchtowers and Machans: There are watchtowers at Dhikala, Bijrani and Jhi
a zones, and several machans near Dhikala, Bijrani and Kothari to facilitate the sighting of the wildlife.

4) Corbett Museum: Corbett Museum is located at Kaladhungi, some 30 km from Ramnagar on the way to Nainital. Corbett Museum has been set up in the heritage bungalow of Jim Corbett. This magnificent museum revives past memories and tells us many things about the life of Jim Corbett.

5) Bird watching: Corbett tiger reserve is a haven for bird watchers since it is one of the richest bird regions of India and the world. It embraces more than 550 species of birds which makes its best place for enthusiastic Bird Watchers. The place beholds a variety of bird's species like Collared Falconet, Great Hornbill, Great Slaty Woodpecker, Pallas's Fishing Eagle, Lineated Barbet, Spot-bellied Eagle Owl, Pin-tailed Green Pigeon, Red-headed Vulture, Racket-tailed Drongo, and Broadbill.

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