subject: Wildlife Corbet National Park,uttrakhand,india [print this page] Corbett National Park also makes for a memorable honeymoon destination. For couples on their honeymoon, what better way to get to know your life partner than while staking out, waiting for a tiger to appear? The dense forest cover and the call of the wild beasts and birds contribute to an intense and romantic atmosphere, ideal for honeymoon memories. Stretching over 520 sq km with a core area of 330 sq km, the Corbett National Park consists of mixed deciduous and sal forests and stretches of savannah grasslands where antelope, chital, hog deer and sambar graze. The Rhesus monkey and common langur are ubiquitous, while the long-snouted gharial, marsh crocodile, cobras and pythons can be seen on the mud banks of the Ramganga. The Ramganga reservoir, in the main Dhikala camp area of the park, has over 600 species of birds, including the pied kingfisher, crested serpent eagle, fishing eagle and Himalayan grey headed fishing eagle. The river is also home to the famous river carp mahseer, a favourite catch for anglers.
Historically Speaking
The first Reserve forest of its kind, the park was established in 1936- when it was known as the Hailey National Park- mainly through the efforts of Jim Corbett, the conservationist. Corbett lived throughout his childhood in the area of Kaladhungi between Nainital and Ramnagar. He had a deep insight
into the ecology of the area, and in later years he was called upon by the locals to shoot down man-eating leopards and tigers that stalked the villages. Locally referred to as "Carpet Sahib", he turned to photography and writing, authoring books on wildlife, like "My India", "Jungle Lore" and "Man-eaters of Kumaon". Corbett National Park was the first to be designated a Project Tiger Reserve in 1973. Situated at a distance of 260 kms from Delhi and 128 kms from Nainital, the Corbett National Park is best known for its big cats, especially the tiger. Despite the efforts of conservationists, the tiger population of India is dwindling rapidly, and Corbett National Park is one of the few parks where the tiger can still be seen.
Shopping
There is no scope of shopping in Corbett.
Night Out
The only places you will get to eat at is at the restaurant at your hotel. Don''t expect a luxury meal but the food you will get here is clean, wholesome and tasty.
Activities
Go for a jeep or elephant safari the experience will be unforgettable. Stretching over 520 sq km with a core area of 330 sq km, the Corbett National Park consists of mixed deciduous and sal forests and stretches of savannah grasslands where antelope, chital, hog deer and sambar graze. The Rhesus
monkey and common langur are ubiquitous, while the long-snouted gharial, marsh crocodile, cobras and pythons can be seen on the mud banks of the Ramganga. The Ramganga reservoir, in the main Dhikala camp area of the park, has over 600 species of birds, including the pied kingfisher, crested serpent eagle, fishing eagle and Himalayan grey headed fishing eagle. The river is also home to the famous river carp mahseer, a favourite catch for anglers get the requisite permission from the Corbett Park Reception Centre and try your luck. Whether you are lucky to spot the tiger or not, one thing is guaranteed you will have a holiday of a lifetime here.
Sights
Go for a jeep or elephant safari the experience will be unforgettable. Stretching over 520 sq km with a core area of 330 sq km, the Corbett National Park consists of mixed deciduous and sal forests and stretches of savannah grasslands where antelope, chital, hog deer and sambar graze. The Rhesus
monkey and common langur are ubiquitous, while the long-snouted gharial, marsh crocodile, cobras and pythons can be seen on the mud banks of the Ramganga. The Ramganga reservoir, in the main Dhikala camp area of the park, has over 600 species of birds, including the pied kingfisher, crested serpent eagle, fishing eagle and Himalayan grey headed fishing eagle. The river is also home to the famous river carp mahseer, a favourite catch for anglers get the requisite permission from the Corbett Park Reception Centre and try your luck. Whether you are lucky to spot the tiger or not, one thing is guaranteed you will have a holiday of a lifetime here.
How to get there by Air
Nearest airport is Pantnagar (80 km), however, flights schedules are not very reliable and this airport is not frequently used by tourists.
How to get there by Rail
The nearest railhead is at Ramnagar, 50 kms from the main park campsite at Dhikala. Convenient trains connect to Delhi, Lucknow and Moradabad.
How to get there by Bus
It is also possible to rent a car and take the road from Delhi, passing through Moradabad; the bus journey from Delhi takes about 7 hours. There are daily buses from Ramnagar to Moradabad and Ranikhet. From Ramnagar, buses run to Dhikala (within the park) and jeeps too are available for hire.
Best time to Visit
The Corbett National Park is out of bounds during the monsoons- usually from about June 16th till November 14th. Once the national park reopens after the rains, the best time to visit is between January and mid-June. Summer is the best season to view wildlife, especially the tiger that come out of the deep forests for water.
Where to Stay
KMVN has a tourist bungalow and there is a District Board guesthouse midway to Nainital where you can stay with permits. Other than this, deluxe cottages, luxury tents and rooms are available at an up-market resort - with tariffs starting at Rs1550. Hotels such as the Mountain Trail and Himalayan
Resort are also good choices. If you are going for a bit of adventure try one of the the camps
Nearby Places
Sattal is only 55 kms away from Corbett. Sattal literally means seven lakes and has a cluster of small lakes nestled together surrounded by thick oak forests. It makes for a perfect get away from the big city bustle. Ranikhet is a breathtaking cantonment town 112 kms from Corbett.
The air is fresh, the scenery splendid and from here you will get a magnificent panoramic view of snow peaks.
Special Permits
Entry to Corbett is strictly regulated and permits are needed from the park administration in Ramnagar. The fee for foreigners and Indian national''s varies. Charges for boarding and lodging are additional. The forms for these permits are only available to tourists so remember that your hotel cannot apply for permission from the Forest department on your behalf.
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