Corbett Wildlife Tour....
Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days
Destinaions : Delhi - Corbett National Park - Dhikala - Delhi
Jim
Corbett, the legendary hunter of man-eating tigers, was the greatest hero of
the simple hill folk of kumaon region. He went about his task of helping the
hill folk with their day to day problems in a time when metalled roads and modern
transport were non-existent. During these years Corbett attained incredible
knowledge of the jungle and the knack of being a part of it. He could read the
jungle signs with ease and could even imitate the sounds made by various animals.
As time passed, he gave up the Gun and took to the Camera.
Perhaps, this is the first instance of an ardent hunter turning a conservationist.
He said: "A country's fauna is a sacred trust and I appeal to you not
to betray this trust... If we do not bestir ourselves now it will be to our
discredit that the fauna of our province was exterminated in our generation,
and under our very own eyes, while we looked on and never raised a finger
to prevent it."
In 1936 the Government named the park 'The Hailey National Park', after the
then Governor of the United Provinces, Sir Malcolm Hailey. After Independence
it was renamed 'Ramganga National Park' and after the death of Jim Corbett
it was again, renamed 'Corbett National Park'.
Geography
Besides being India's first National Park 'Corbett' is known for the scenic
beauty of its magnificent sub-mountain and riverine landscapes. It lies in the
Patlidan valley of the kumaon range or mountains. The vegetation is the mixed
deciduous, dominated by stately old sal forests. The undergrowth is heavy and
comprises largely of lantana weeks, which, though it provides excellent cover
for animals,is fast reaching alarming proportions.
The park is teeming with rich wildlife.Most common being Spotted Deer, Sambhar,
Hog Deer, barking Deer, Wild Bear, Goral, Elephants, Langur, Fox, Jackal and
the elusive Tiger, Leopard and Sloth Bear. The Ramganga houses a large variety
of fish, Mahseer being the most popular among anglers. Crocodiles and Gharials
can also be seen in plenty. In addition to all this 'Corbett' boasts of an
innumerable variety of birds: Pelicans, Herons, Storks, Falcons, Eagles, Kaleej
pheasants along with many others, Vultures, Osprey and other eagles, Jacanas,
Plovers, Owls, Barbets, Hornbills, Larks ans Orioles.
The Corbett Tiger Reserve extends over 521 km, of which 312.86 km lies in
the Pauri Garhwal district and 208.14 km in Nanital district. The covered
area is 329.98 km, the rest being buffer zone.
Some common plants found here are: Banyan, Mango, Bael, Gular, Pakar, silk
cotton, Dhoby nut, neem and Sal.
Day
1 : Delhi - Corbett
Depart Delhi early morning. Arrive at the Corbett Camp by lunch. Evening walk
into the surrounding forest to observe the flora and fauna of the area. Back
to camp by sundown for campfire and barbecue. Dinner and overnight at Camp.
Day 2 : Corbett National Park- Full Day Bijrani Safari
Early morning game drive to the Bijrani range to observe the wildlife of the
area. Breakfast at the Bijrani FRH. Post breakfast a hike along the Bijrani
nature trail. Back to the Bijrani FRH by lunch. Evening game drive in the
Bijrani range. Back to Camp by evening. Campfire and dinner.Overnight at the
Camp.
Day 3 : Corbett National Park - Camp to Dhikala FRH
Early breakfast and depart for the Dhikala Forest rest house. Enter through
the Dhangari gate and enroute visit the Gharial pool, Champion road and High
Bank (These are great observation points on the Ramganga river). Arrive at
Dhikala by lunch. Post lunch game drive to the Dhikala Chaur (Grasslands)
to observe the varied bird and mammal species found in the area. Back for
an evening wildlife movie. Dinner and overnight at Dhikala.
Day 4 : Corbett National Park - Dhikala FRH to Camp
A Full day of wildlife viewing, birding and elephant safari at Dhikala. Early
morning elephant back safari in the neighboring forest. Back for Breakfast
at Dhikala. Post breakfast nature hike to a close by observation tower. After
lunch at Dhikala evening game drive to across the Ramganga River.Arrive at
Camp by evening. Campfire and dinner. Overnight at the camp.
Day 5 : Corbett National Park - Full Day Jhirna Safari
Early morning game drive to the Jhirna range to observe the wildlife of the
area. Breakfast at the Jhirna FRH. Post breakfast a hike along the Jhirna
nature trail. Back to the Jhirna FRH by lunch. Evening game drive in the Jhirna
range. Back to Camp by evening. Campfire and dinner. Overnight at the Camp.
Day 6 : Depart for Delhi
Wake up at leisure. Breakfast at Camp. Bid goodbye to your Naturalist and
the rest of the team and depart for Delhi after breakfast.
Best time to visit : Between Mid - October to April
Bird and Animal sightings depend greatly on season, timing, and patience.
Sightings mentioned in the itinerary are only a guide and cannot be
guaranteed.
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