Wildlife

Must Try Two Types of Safari in Jim Corbett National Park This Summer

By Admin 06 April, 2019

"As the summer season has already knocked and here we suggest different ways to explore the wilderness of world famous Jim Corbett National Park."

Snuggled between the thick and rugged forest of Nainital District, Jim Corbett National Park is the home of some of the most exotic wildlife species. Established in the year of 1936 as ‘Hailey National Park’ later it was renamed Jim Corbett National Park in 1957, in the honor of the legendary hunter cum conservationist Jim Corbett. Sprawl over 520 square kilometers, Corbett is one of the oldest national parks of India. Park houses more than 400 different species of flora and fauna; it is a perfect destination and treasure trove of wildlife experience. If you are adventure lovers then Corbett would be the place like heaven for you to explore. There may be possibility that in this park you can see Tiger even after a lot of trick, but the safari adventure will be full of fun here.

Here we discuss the different ways in which you can explore the region.

Jeep Safari in Jim Corbett National Park :

It is upon you which safari you want to take depending on the number of person you are travelling. Among all the safari choices available there, Jeep safaris are the most popular way to explore the deep wilderness of the Jim Corbett National Park. It is a four wheeler vehicle allowed to enter through all buffer zones of the park unlike the other safaris. Jeep safari is considered one of the best options to know the hidden mystery of the Jim Corbett National Park. Since the Jeep vehicle is smaller in size as compared to canters that takes you easily some of the hidden corners of the forest that are often inhabited by the Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife species.

Canter Safari in Jim Corbett National Park :

Like Jeep safari canter safari is also conducted in two shifts by the forest officials. Canter is yet another way to go deep into the wilderness of Jim Corbett National Park. If you are touring Corbett in group of 15- 20 persons then canter would be the most suitable option to explore. Canters are open-roof and considered an ideal way to enjoy wildlife safaris. Canter Safari assures maximum safety to the tourists. This is also conducted twice daily; however it is advisable to book safari permit well in advance. Online booking can be made through online portal www.corbettnationalpark.in.