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Corbett Adventure Tour The Corbett
National Park is first national park of India established in the year 1936.
it was named Hailey National Park. in 1957 ,the park was rechristned as the Corbett
National Park in the memory of Late Jim Corbett great naturalist, eminent conservationist.
It is 118 Kms. from Nainital via Kaladhungi & Ramnagar. The Corbett national
park covering an area of 521 Sq. Kms. is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas.
It spreads over parts of two districts , a major part of park with an area of
312.86 sq. Kms. falls in Pauri Garhwal district and the balance 208.14 sq. Kms.
in Nainital district . The park occupies portions of Kalagarh and Ramnagar forest
divisions .It falls within the trek of land known as Paltidun The park embraces
the picturesque broad flat valley consisting of vast Savannah and surrounded by
hills drained by small rivers .Savannah woodland ,bamboo brakes dry deciduous
forests and Sissu-Khair forests provide as variety of vegetation and consequently
habitats for different species of wild life. The Ramganga river meandering
its way through the park with some deep pools and foaming rapids forms the main
water source.Good size patches of thick elephant grass growing along the river
banks and moist localities provide ideal shelter to the tiger. The forests in
the park mainly consists of Shisham,Sal & Chir. The park is rich in
wild life such as elephant ,tiger ,panther ,bear ,dear ,pig,jungle cats, porcupine
,hyena ,and jackal. Amongst the birds are the pea fowl,the jungle fowl ,grey and
black partridge,pigeons,quails ,kingfisher ,kite ,lark and the woodpecker. The
Ramganga is full of mahaseer fishes. Amongst the reptiles are python,crocodile
and many species of lizards and snakes. Tigers are fairly well distributed over
the park and inhabit the large number of nalas , ravines and open glades The natural
food of the tiger consists of Sambhar,Chital ,Kakar ,Para and wild boar is found
in plenty all over the reserve .Sloth bears are confined mainly to hilly area.
Several elephants live in the park ,but they keep moving to the adjoining forests
in search of food.
Duration: 03 Nights - 04 Days
Places
Covered: Delhi - Corbett - Delhi
Day 01: Delhi - Corbett National
Park
Begin your tour
Arrive into Delhi
Welcome to Vardhman's
'Corbett Adventure Tour'!
On arrival in Delhi, you will be met and directly
drive to Corbett by Vardhman's representative. On the way stop at Ramnagar and
look for the fabulous IBISBILL amongst the riverside boulders.
Check into
your hotel upon arrival. Rest of the day at leisure.
Jim Corbett National
Park used to be just another Himalayan forest until in 1936 it was demarcated
as a reserve area by the British Government. Jim Corbett Park is spread over 520
sq kms and is covered with huge stretches of Savannah type grasslands and Sal
forests. In 1957 this place was renamed as Jim Corbett National Park from Hailey
national Park. It was declared as an almost exclusive Tiger Reserve on 1st April
1973 with the help of World Wildlife Fund. Since the place is situated on the
lower Himalayan belt of vegetation, it is an eco-tourism spot too.
Overnight:
Hotel/Camp
Day 02: Corbet National Park
Take up a early morning
Elephant safari through the open Chaurs (grasslands) and dense forests by an unconventional
route. Elephant safari is the best option for wildlife viewing in the Corbet National
Park. Return back to the complex for breakfast and then again drive by jeep to
the scenic lake area to catch the sight of Marsh crocodile basking in the sun.
Visit the Jhirnajhali area for viewing the famous Gharial - the fish eating crocodile.
Return for lunch and some rest or opt for spending the afternoon on a watchtower
overlooking a water hole. Jeep safari on a track along the periphery of the core
area. Take this exciting drive through the unforgettable and breathtaking Khinanauli
range to catch some best wildlife sights and Tigers in Jim Corbet Park.
Overnight:
Hotel/Camp Day 03: Corbet National Park
Drive back to the campsite
after breakfast. Have lunch after arriving at the camp. Take an afternoon jeep
safari to Bijrani for tiger tracking. Overnight: Hotel/Camp Day 04: Corbett
National Park / Delhi / Agra / Nainital / Onward Destination
Drive towards
Bhuvankhal early in the morning to witness the beautiful sunrise and the snow
clad peaks of the central Himalayas. Return back to the hotel/Camp for lunch (at
your own cost). Then drive back to Delhi International airport/railway station
to catch flight/train for your onward destination to back home with sweet and
unforgettable memories of your 'Corbett Adventure Tour' tour escorted by Vardhman
Vacations.
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