Corbett National Park

About Corbett National Park

A Haven of Greenery and Wildlife

Welcome to Corbett National Park – India’s Lion Home!

Jim Corbett National Park is India's first national park, a paradise for wildlife lovers. Established in 1936, the national park is named in honour of the famous naturalist and conservationist Jim Corbett. If you want to enjoy tigers, elephants, birds, and nature in its true form, Corbett is the perfect destination.

Beauty of Corbett National Park

Enjoy an exhilarating wildlife spotting adventure at Corbett National Park, home to one of the highest populations of tigers in India.
A lush green jungle spread over 13,000+ hectares. It has dense forests, rivers, waterfalls, and mountainous landscapes.
You can enjoy an overnight stay inside the forest. A once-in-a-lifetime jungle experience!
Have the best wildlife sightings i.e., Royal Bengal Tiger, Asiatic Elephant, Bear, Deer, Otters, and 650+ species of domestic and migratory birds.

These all beauty established it one of the most loved wildlife destinations by tourist in India. You can experience adventure, photography, nature and thrill all together.

Location and Landscape

Corbett National Park is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and is near the popular hill station Nainital. This park covers the land of Nainital districts, Almora, and the Pauri Garhwal. The total area of the Corbett National Park is around 1318.54 sq. km. Out of the total area, 520 sq. km forms the core zone, while the remaining area is designated as the buffer zone. This division supports wildlife conservation and gives a safe experience to the visitors.

Safari Experience – Explore the Corbett National Park with the best Safari Tour:

If you have come to Corbett and have not done a jeep safari, then understand that you are delaying the trip! During the safari, you get to experience raw nature in the middle of the jungle, where you can see wild animals in their natural habitat.
In a Jeep safari, you can see:

Royal Bengal Tiger
Herd of Asiatic Elephants
Black Bear, Sloth Bear
Sambar, Spotted Deer, and Barking Deer
Otters playing near streams
Colorful migratory birds flying in the wind – kingfishers, eagles, vultures, peacocks, and many more!

During the safari, you also get to see river crossings, waterfalls and dense forest views which make this experience even more thrilling.

Night Peace – Stay Inside the Jungle.

Corbett is one such park where you also get the facility to stay overnight. Through forest lodges and eco-friendly resorts, you can enjoy a night's stay amidst wildlife. Imagine – a peaceful night in the middle of a jungle, the sound of wild animals from nowhere and stars in the sky – an unforgettable experience!

Tourist Zones in Corbett National Park

Dhikala Zone: Only Canter safari is conducted here it is the popular and rich in wildlife.
Bijrani Zone: Known for its diverse landscape and easily accessible wildlife viewing.
Jhirna Zone: Year-round open zone where bears and bird spotting are popular.
Dhela Zone: New zone, rich biodiversity and fewer crowds.
Durga Devi Zone: Best for bird watchers, famous for hill terrain and water streams.
Sitabani Buffer Zone: Forest area but not part of core zone. Still, many birds and herbivores can be seen.
Garjiya Zone: Zone was established because of rapidly increasing the tourist in Park.
Phato Zone: Here you can also get the chance of seeing tigers and see the beauty of nature.

Why Choose Corbett for Your Next Wildlife Trip?

India’s first and oldest national park.
There are highest chance of Tiger spotting at this park.
Jungle safari through different zones of diverse wildlife experience.
Forest stays for thrill-seeking nature lovers.
Picture-perfect for nature photography and birdwatching.

If you too want to enjoy the raw beauty of the Corbett National Park, then definitely visit Jim Corbett National Park – this journey will be etched in your memories forever.