How to Reach Jim Corbett National Park?

A direct train named Ranikhet Express runs from Delhi to Ramnagar which is the best train to reach Corbett from Delhi. You can catch the Ranikhet Express at 10:50 pm at Delhi to reach Ramnagar at 04:35 am the next day, and again return by catching the same train at Ramnagar at 09:05 pm to reach Delhi at 05:00 am the next day.

Best Time to Visit Jim Corbett National Park in 2024 ?

The best time to visit Jim Corbett National Park in 2024 would be during the winter months of November to February or the post-monsoon months of October to November.

Jim Corbett Safari Gates

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Jim Corbett National Park is a wildlife spot in Uttarakhand, and this park is home to a lot of wild animals. Here, people can see them for real and observe their daily activities in their natural habitat. This park is divided into several zones, and each of them has separate entry gates. Here, people can enjoy the safari in the morning and evening. Every safari goes inside the park at a particular time, and it is important for tourists to reach the entry gates of the Jim Corbett Zone at least 30 - 45 minutes before the actual safari time. Knowing the gates or distances of each zone from Ramnagar will help you to make better plans about reaching the safari gate on time:

Safari Gates and Their Distances from Ramnagar Reception

Name of Zone	Entry Gate	Distance of Entry gate from Ramnagar Reception
Dhikala Zone	Dhangarhi Gate	18 km
Bijrani Zone	Amdanda Gate	2.5 km
Jhirna Zone	Dhela Gate	7.3 km
Garjiya Zone	Ringora Gate/ Garjia Gate	5.6 km
Sitabani Zone	Teda Gate/ Pawalgarh Gate	Distance from Teda - 4km Distance from Pawalgarh - 25 km
Dhela Zone	Dhela Gate	7.3 km
Durga Devi Zone	Durga Devi Gate	27.5 km
Phato Zone	Phato Gate	20km
Bhandarpani Zone	Bhandarpani Gate	20km

Details of Jim Corbett Safari Gates

Dhikala Zone - Dhangarhi Gate (18 km from Ramnagar)

The largest zone in Jim Corbett.
Offers canter safaris (Nov 15 – Jun 15) with a capacity of 16 people per canter.
Two canter rides daily (32 people total).
Gypsy safaris are only allowed for those with Dhikala night stay bookings.
This Jim Corbett safari gate is famous for the sightings of tigers, wild elephants, leopards, spotted deer, hog deer, crocodiles, barking deer, and various birds.
Book at least 45 days in advance for this zone.

Bijrani Zone - Amdanda Gate (2.5 km from Ramnagar)

Remains open from October 15 to Jun 30 every year.
Gypsy safari: 6 adults + 2 children (5 - 12 years).
30 gypsies per shift (180 people per shift).
Known for tigers, lush grasslands, sal forests, and water streams.
Elephant safari is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Jhirna Zone - Dhela Gate (7.3 km from Ramnagar)

Open year-round (subject to weather).
Gypsy safari: 6 adults + 2 children (5 - 12 years).
30 gypsies per shift (180 people per shift).
Popular among tourists for the sightings of tigers, wild bears, elephants, deer, jackals, and birdlife.

Garjiya Zone - Ringora / Garjiya Gate (5.6 km from Ramnagar)

Open all year, even during the monsoons.
Gypsy safari: 6 adults + 2 children (5 - 12 years).
30 gypsies per shift (180 people per shift).
Best safari experience for those who want to enjoy peace, calm surroundings, and sightings of tigers and leopards.

Sitabani Zone - Teda Gate (4 km) / Pawalgarh Gate (25 km)

This one remains open all year.
Located in the buffer area of Jim Corbett.
People can enjoy gypsy and elephant safaris at this Jim Corbett Safari Gate.
Famous among people because of the river streams, old temples, and 600+ bird species.
No limit on gypsy entries, night safaris available.
Tigers and leopards are rarely seen here.

Dhela Zone - Dhela Gate (7.3 km from Ramnagar)

Open all year (subject to weather).
Gypsy safari: 6 adults + 2 children (5 - 12 years).
15 gypsies per shift (90 people per shift).
It is in the denser part of the forest and has a huge grassland area. This one is perfect for those who enjoy birdwatching and want to spot animals near water bodies.

Durga Devi Zone - Durga Devi Gate (27.5 km from Ramnagar)

Open from Nov 15 to Jun 15 every year.
Gypsy safari: 6 adults + 2 children (5 - 12 years).
11 gypsies per shift (66 people per shift).
Famous for hilly landscapes and sightings of tigers, leopards, wild elephants, otters, and rare birds.

Phato Zone - Phato Gate (20 km from Ramnagar)

Open all year, even in the monsoon season.
Gypsy safari: 6 adults + 2 children (5 - 12 years).
50 gypsies per shift (300 people per shift).
This zone of the Jim Corbett National Park is located in the buffer area. It is known among people for the peaceful safari rides and tiger sightings. Even migratory birds in winter can be seen easily.

Bhandarpani Zone - Bhandarpani Gate (20 km from Ramnagar)

Remains open the whole year.
This does not have many tourists, so you can enjoy peaceful safaris.
It is famous among people for sightings of deer, tigers, leopards, elephants, and various birds.
It is in the denser part of the forest, and people can take some amazing pictures here. This zone is also perfect for nature lovers.