Jim Corbett National Park Going Wild

With the cool weather arriving, time for a perfect short jungle vacation. Head to the Jim Corbett National Park, a Project Tiger Reserve in Uttarakhand’s Nainital district and a splendid wildlife getaways. This expanse of 500-plus sq km is made up of hills, marshes, reverine belts, grasslands and a large lake, and is home to some 160 Royal Bengal Tigers. Even as the vast stretches of virgin forest enfold you in their mysterious beauty, city-included stress is bound to vanish, leaving you refreshed and rejuvenated.

This unique territory is the one of the few tiger reserves in the country where you can stay right in the midst of the wilderness and see these magnificent creatures up close. Check into forest lodges, surrounded by untamed nature, and soak in the sounds of the  jungle. Go on a safari in an open four-wheeler jeep at the crack of dawn or take a gentler ride on elephants. Besides the tigers which lure so many wildlife enthusiasts here, the Jim Corbett National Park teems with rare species such as otters and fish-eating crocodiles, besides several species of deer. This is also a great destination for birdwatchers, offering the opportunity to see 650 species of resident and migratory birds.

During your break in Jim Corbett National Park, you can also visit the       Dhangrhi museum and make a trip to Corbett fall as well.

You will need permits for jungle safaris. Buy them beforehand online at www.corbettnationalpark.in/online-corbett-safari-booking.html

Getting There: The wildlife getaway is comfortable six-hour drive from Delhi, covering a distance of 260 km.