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Wildlife viewing in jeeps
Professional wildlife guides in open jeeps to Bijrani range forest, Jhirna, Lohachaur, conduct safaris into the jungle.
The duration of safari is about three to four hours and is conducted early morning or in the afternoon till sunset. The
standard procedure of viewing wildlife or tiger tracking is in open jeeps. Each jeep can seat up to four persons comfortably.
Besides the visitors, the jeep has an expert driver and a nature guide.
Elephant ride
Riding the elephant is the best mode of moving through the dense forest and rugged terrain of Corbett National Park. The
ride can be very rewarding for wildlife enthusiasts and birders. If one opts for an overnight stay at the forest rest house,
the elephant ride is provided within the package. The elephant ride is sometimes rewarding when used for tiger tracking in
the grasslands.
Bird-watching on foot
More than 580 species have been recorded in Corbett Biosphere Reserve. The most sought after species are Ibis bill, wall
creeper, spot-bellied owl, great hornbill, Pallas' fish eagle, crested kingfisher, brown dipper, three species of fork tail
etc.
Bird-watching in a jeep
One can use a jeep safari for birding within the jungle. One can take a morning and / or an afternoon safari.
Nature walks
Nature walks and short treks along the river Kosi or Ramganga. If you are staying at Tiger Camp, there is no charge for
guide services for a short nature walk.
Himalayan Excursion
There are plenty of opportunities for Himalayan views. A short drive (4 hours to & fro) to Bhuwankhal can be undertaken to
see the sunrise on snow-clad Himalayan range.
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