Jim Corbett is a National Park lying in the midst of the foothills of the Himalayas that had come into form in the year 1973, along the banks of Ramaganga river in the Northern state of Uttarakhand. The park houses rich species of both fauna and flora followed by the division of the park into 5 different zones namely, Bijrani, Dhikala, Jhirna, Domunda, and Sonanandi. Select Corbett as your next holiday getaway by opting for any of the ample Jim Corbett tour packages at Bene Holidays.
Jim Corbett Tourism
The place is covered with green hills, valleys, grasslands, lakes and riverine belts that expands it to an area of 520 sq. km. There are a large number of species that one gets to discover out there, and some of them are a high population of tigers, Otters, fish-eating crocodiles, migratory birds, 50 species of raptors, elephant, royal Bengal tiger, deer and so on.
Things to do in Jim Corbett
There are ample of things that one can perform in Jim Corbett like,
Jungle safari is one of the most attractive activities that bring the tourists here in Corbett. The wildlife safari in the midst of the dense jungles come in variables from jeep safari, elephant safari, and Canter safari. Moving to all the nooks and corners of the jungles via the jeep or canter, it becomes easier to spot tigers or other animals. Even if jeeps are smaller in size and canters are larger to carry at least 12 persons together, yet the latter proves to be more interesting.
Places to Visit in Jim Corbett
Corbett Waterfall: When you are in Corbett, you get to discover the 66 ft. high waterfall that is a breathtaking sight to experience, welcoming all the nature lovers.
Corbett Museum: This museum is basically a favorite destination for the tourists visiting this place. Located at Kaladhungi, it is a bungalow at a distance of 47 km from the city center.
The Dhikala Complex: This can be referred to as one of the best tourist attractions in Corbett that is one of the most sought places to stay.
Jhirna: If you want to spend some peaceful time in the midst of a serene landscape, then Jhirna is the place that you should visit. This was a small farming village that has been turned into a park resort.
Kosi River: 16 km away from the city center, Kosi river that originates from the Darpani Dhar and extends through the valleys before touching the eastern periphery of the National Park.
Durga Temple: Dedicated to Goddess Durga, this temple holds its history in ancient times that is dedicated to the shrines of the several deities of Hindu Gods and Goddesses.
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When to Visit Corbett for a vacation?
The weather in Corbett stays temperate throughout the year, and the best time that you can visit the same is from the months of November to February that is the winter season. The summers are unbearable for the scorching heat and the monsoons do not allow tourists as the park gates remain closed. The most specialized event in Corbett is tiger spotting in the midst of the dense forests that suit you best only from the month of December to May.
How to Reach Corbett?
There is no airport in Jim Corbett, so the nearest is the Dehradun airport in Uttarakhand that is located at a distance of 156 km from NH34. Another airport is the Indira Gandhi International Airport that is located at a distance of 243 km from the place.
If you wish to board a train to reach Corbett, then there are three nearest and major railway stations in the place namely, Ramnagar, Gaushala and Kotdwar. From here you can visit the destination via roadways (bus or car).