Who was Jim Corbett?

Who was Jim Corbett and why is he still revered in the part of Uttarakhand known as India’s lake district?

In the early 1900s, villages in this largely mountainous and forested northern state of India lived in fear of man-eating tigers. Thousands of people were killed in the first half of the 20th century by wild cats. One animal alone, known as the Champawat Tiger, ravished over 400 locals. Jim Corbett was a self-taught tracker and hunter who had grown up in the hills and woods around Nainital. Son of a postmaster, he developed a deep bond with his surrounding environment as a boy. He became known as an expert slayer of dangerous animals. But he would only hunt down a tiger if it was a proven killer, and even then he remained sympathetic to the creatures.

Both Indians and the British colonial authorities would often write to Corbett, pleading his help to rid an area of a man-eating tiger or leopard. And Corbett would usually respond.

Jim Corbett killed more than 30 tigers and leopards in his lifetime, saving the lives of many more people. He wrote a book about his adventures, Man-eaters of Kumaon, and the oldest national park in India – which he helped set up – was named after him. Jim Corbett National Park is one of the few places you can see the endangered Bengal tiger. 

If you love adventure, wildlife or the environment, and you’re keen to explore Corbett country, there’s only one place to base yourself: 

"Jim Corbett was a pioneer conservationist and lectured at local schools and societies to stimulate awareness of the natural beauty surrounding local people and the need to conserve forests and their wildlife. He helped create the Association for the Preservation of Game in the United Provinces (now Uttar Pradesh), and the All-India Conference for the Preservation of Wild Life. He also established India’s first national park, which was inaugurated in 1934 in the Kumaon Hills. He also had a deep affection for the people of the Kumaon Hills, and was loved by many in the region. He is considered by some in the Kumoan region as a sadhu."

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How to book Corbett Safari?

How to book Corbett Safari?

Booking can be made at least 30 days in advance. There are restriction on number of vehicles which can enter in each zone and it is strictly followed. The numbers of vehicle restrictions are given below:

Zone	Restriction During Morning	Restrictions during Afternoon
Bijrani	30	30
Jhirna	25	25
Durgadevi	15	15

JEEP SAFARI

Advance booking of Jeep Safariin Corbett National Park is available only for morning Safari's in Bijrani, Jhirna and Durgadevi Zones. The Booking is on first cum first serve basis and a non refundable advance need to be deposited with complete details of the person. For advance booking a photo id for Indian Nationals and Passport Details of Foreign Nationals is mandatory.

PHOTO ID

Driving License/ Voter Id / Pan card is required. One can send us the id number,date of birth, full name and gender, date of expiry of the ID for booking .While travelling the guest will have to carry the same ID.

PASSPORT DETAILS

Passport Number , Full Name & Gender, Date of Issue and expiry, date of Birth, Nationality is required for Advance Bookings of Morning jeep safari Advance booking Safari is can be done one month in advance. However it is advisable to place the application to the forest department the moment you decide about the safari for better chances of confirmation.

Colors of Uttrakhand 11 Nights / 12 Days

Colors of Uttrakhand because this is the mixture of the top tourist attractions in Uttrakhand. You will find the wildlife at Corbett, China Peak, Snow View, Lovers Point at Nainital, 360* great view of Himalayan range from Kausani of the natural, lively ghats at Haridwar with don’t miss evening arti, eco park at Dhaunalti and mall road at Mussoorie.   Find beauty of Uttrakhand and hidden natural treasures. This is one of the best way to feel Uttrakhand tour packages because you are going to stay in Himalaya’s. Enjoy one of the best part of Uttrakhandtour packages with us.   

Destination Covered: Delhi – Nanital (2N) – Lake Tour – Kausani (2N) - Corbett National Park (2N) – Haridwar (2 N) Mussoorie (3 N) - Delhi 

Day 1: Delhi – Nainital (310kms/8hrs) – Pickup from Delhi Railway Station/Airport, drive to Nainital. Check in Hotel. Enjoy evening by boat ride at Naini Lake (at your own). Overnight stay Nainital.

Day 2: Nainital (Local Sight Seeing) - After breakfast drive for lake tour of Bhim Tal, Sat Tal, Naukuchia Tal. Drive back to Hotel, overnight stay Nainital.

Day 3: Nainital - Kausani (120kms/5hrs) - After breakfast, drive to Kausani via Almora. Kausani is ideal for those who seek to escape from the din and dust, hustle and bustle of big cities and wish to spend a quiet holiday in the lap of nature. Check in Hotel. After fresh up visit Sun set at View Point, Gandhi Ji Ashram. Overnight stay Kausani.

Day 4: Kausani - Day at Leisure or visit local sightseeing i.e. Baijnath & Bageshwar. Overnight stay Kausani.

 

Day 5: Kausani – Corbett National Park (190km/6hrs) – After breakfast, drive from Kasauni to Corbett National Park enroute visiting Ranikhet. Sightseeing of places in and around Ranikhet like Hairakhan Temple, Chaubatia and Bhaludam etc. later drive to Corbett National Park. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay Corbett.

Day 6: Corbett National Park, home to a variety of flora and fauna, it is famous for its wild population of Tigers, Leopards and Elephants. Early morning wakeup call and we will take you for the Corbett National Park wildlife safari, our 4WD Jeeps will take you inside the Corbett National park for the search of king of jungle (TIGERS) and other wild animals, After lunch get ready for local sightseeing of Garjia temple, Corbett museum, evening free for Elephant Safari / leisure. Overnight stay Corbett.

Day 07: Corbett – Haridwar (175 kms / 6 h)

After breakfast drive to Haridwar. Haridwar is a holy city near bank of Ganga. In Hindi, Haridwar stands for Dwar of Hari or Gateway to God with 'Hari' meaning god and 'dwar' meaning gate. Haridwar is regarded as one of the seven holiest places to Hindus.Evening Arti at Har ki Pauri Ghat. Evening Arti at Har ki Pauri Ghat.Dinner and overnight stay at Haridwar.

Day 08: Haridwar Sightseeing

After breakfast, full day sightseeing of local ghats, temple, bazar, Mansadevi temple by rope way (at your own) and evening free for own activities. Overnight stay at Haridwar.

Day 09: Haridwar - Rishikesh – Mussoorie (80 kms / 2 h)
After breakfast, depart for Rishikesh, visit the famous Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula along with many Ashrams and temples in the vicinity or if you like to learn the art of Yoga near bank of Ganga (at your own). Later drive to Musoorie. Mussoorie is about 80 kms from Rishikesh and 30 km from Dehradun. This hill station, situated in the foothills of the Himalaya ranges, is also known as the Queen of Hill Stations, Being at an average altitude of 2,000 meters (6,600 ft), Mussoorie, with its green hills and varied flora and fauna, is a fascinating hill resort. Commanding snow ranges to the North-East, and glittering views of the Doon Valley. Overnight Mussoorie.

  

Day 10: After breakfast, proceed for local sightseeing to Kempty falls, Mussoorie Lake, Camel’s back, Rope Way, Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration. Overnight stay at Mussoorie.

Day 11: Mussoorie - Dhanaulti
After breakfast, proceed for an excursion trip to Dhanaulti, Mata Surkanda Devi Temple and Dhanault Eco Park – amazing place for the nature lovers. Don’t forget to take a walk in this park. Dhanaulti, a dreamy, misty mountain retreat in the Garhwal Hills, makes a wonderful holiday getaway. This all-weather favourite is just a couple of hours drive away from Dehradun and has a serene beauty that will bowl you over. Compared to the boisterous town of neighbouring Mussoorie and the throngs that mill around the Mall, Dhanaulti is blissfully secluded. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Mussoorie.

Day 12: Departure Mussoorie (290 kms / 7 h)
After breakfast departure for Delhi (290 kms/7 hours) with the happy memories of colors of Uttrakhand tour package. Drop at New Delhi railway station / airport.

Tour & Services End. 

Package Includes:
All Taxes.

Daily Breakfast & Dinner.
Transport as per your tour plan.
All pick up, drop and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Welcome drink on arrival at hotel.
Fuel, parking, toll taxes, interstate taxes and driver allowances.
Hotel accommodation on double sharing basis.

Package does not includes:
Any other services note mentioned above.

Corbett Jeep Safari.
Any expenses of personal nature like telephone calls, laundry bill etc.

Any fare (rail fare, air fare, lunches, portage, guides, and entrance fees to places of visit).

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