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CORBETT NATIONAL PARK
Placed in the foothills of the Himalayas is the grandiose and extravagant Corbett National Park. Home to a variety of flora and fauna, famous for its wild life populace of Tigers, Leopards and Elephants . Corbett national park was established in 1936, as the Hailey National Park. It is India's first national park and the first sanctuary to come under Project Tiger.110 tree species, 50 mammals’ species, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species are found here. Corbett is a haven for Tigers as well as its prey that include four kinds of Deer, Wild Boar and some smaller animals. Leopards are typically found in the mountainous areas of the park. Some nocturnal wild cats found here are the Leopard Cat, Jungle Cat and Fishing Cat. Elephants are amongst one of the major attractions of Jim Corbett Park.
History
Once a well-liked and popular hunting ground of the British, this 201 square mile park was named in honor of the late Jim Corbett, the renowned hunter-naturalist turned author and photographer who spent most of his years in this region and contributed in setting up the park. With the assistance of the World Wildlife Fund, Project Tiger was launched in Corbett National Park in 1973 and it takes pride in being one of the first tiger reserves in the country.
Places of Interest
Wildlife Viewing
The Chital, Sambal, and various other Deer species find retreat in the Savannah grasslands known as the Maidan, the rear of the campground to the south and Tigers are occasionally seen looking for prey. In the two hour elephant rides, make an effort to encourage your Mahout or Elephant driver to venture in, as they can be quite thrilling. Coming in at dusk or dawn is ideal; you possibly won’t come across much more than deer among the tall grass in the day with temperatures running high. Tiger-sightings are hardly any but you may be pleased to find fresh pug marks.
Ramnagar
Located in the rich farm belt of Terai, on the southeastern borders of the great forests, the full of life and activity market town of Ramnagar is the focal administrative centre for Corbett National Park and Project Tiger. Ramnagar also makes an interesting fishing base camp. At Lohachaur, 15-kms north alongside the River Kosi, good anglers are in with a possibility of landing the legendary Mahseer, a fearsome battling River Carp. Permits need to be sought from the Project Tiger office in Ramnagar; most resorts as well arrange all inclusive fishing trips.
Jeep Safari in Corbett
Jeep Safari is the most suitable and convenient way to travel within the Corbett national park, which can be rented for park trips from Ramnagar, from the KMVN Tourist Lodge and other travel agencies. A single bus per day goes to Dikhala from Ramnagar making a stop over at the Forest Rest houses en route. Banking and other important tourist facilities are accessible at Ramnagar and Lucknow. A pair of binoculars, staying quiet and no bright colors and a strict no no of strong perfumes need to be ensured.
Travel Info
Air: Phoolbagh, Pantnagar is the closest airport. Delhi is the nearest international airport.
Rail: Ramnagar is on the broad gauge track from where the road transport options have to be availed to reach the park.
Road: Buses arrive every half hour after the eight hour trip from Delhi; Delhi Transport Corporation runs a semi deluxe service, and most of the alternatives are pretty much basic.