Saturday, January 23, 2010

About Corbett National Park


Jim Corbett National Park—named after the hunter turned conservationist Jim Corbett who played a key role in its establishment—is the oldest national park in India.The park was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park. Situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand, the park acts as a protected area for the critically endangered Bengal tiger of India, the secure survival of which is the main objective of Project Tiger, an Indian wildlife protection initiative.The park has sub-Himalayan belt geographical and ecological characteristics. An ecotourism destination, it contains 488 different species of plants and a diverse variety of fauna.
The increase in tourist activities, among other problems, continues to present a serious challenge to the park's ecological balance.Corbett has been a haunt for tourists and wildlife lovers for a long time. Tourism activity is only allowed in selected areas of Corbett Tiger Reserve so that people get an opportunity to see its splendid landscape and the diverse wildlife. In recent years the number of people coming here has increased dramatically. Presently, every season more than 70,000 visitors come to the park from India and other countries.The Jim Corbett National Park is a heaven for the adventure seeker and wildlife adventure lovers. Corbett National Park is India's first national park which comprises 520.8 km2. area of hills, riverine belts, marshy depressions, grass lands and large lake. The elevation ranges from 1,300 feet to 4,000 feet. Winter nights in Corbett national park are cold but the days are bright and sunny. It rains from July to September.Dense moist deciduous forest mainly consists of sal, haldu, pipal, rohini and mango trees, and these trees cover almost 73 per cent of the park. The 10 per cent of the area consists of grasslands.It houses around 110 tree species, 50 species of mammals, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species. The endangered Bengal tiger of India resides here. The sanctuary was the first to come under Project Tiger initiative.

History of Jim Corbett National Park

Some areas of the park were formerly part of the princely state of Tehri Garhwal. The forests were cleared to make the area less vulnerable to Rohilla invaders. The Raja of Tehri formally ceded a part of his princely state to the East India Company in return for their assistance in ousting the Gurkhas from his domain. The Boksas—a tribe from the Terai—settled on the land and began growing crops, but in the early 1860s they were evicted with the advent of British rule.The British forest department established control over the land and prohibited cultivation and the operation of cattle stations. The British administration considered the possibility of creating a game reserve there in 1907 and established a reserve area known as Hailey National Park covering 323.75 km2 (125.00 sq mi) in 1936.The preserve was renamed in 1954–55 as Ramganga National Park and was again renamed in 1955–56 as Corbett National Park. The new name honours the well-known author and wildlife conservationist Jim Corbett, who played a key role in creating the reserve by using his influence to persuade the provincial government to establish it.


The reserve does not allow hunting, but does permit timber cutting for domestic purposes. Soon after the establishment of the reserve, rules prohibiting killing and capturing of mammals, reptiles and birds within its boundaries were passed. The park fared well during the 1930s under an elected administration. But during the Second World War, it suffered from excessive poaching and timber cutting. Over time the area in the reserve was increased—797.72 km2 (308.00 sq mi) were added in 1991 as a buffer for the Corbett Tiger Reserve.The 1991 additions included the entire Kalagarh forest division, assimilating the 301.18 km2 (116.29 sq mi) area of Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary as a part of the Kalagarh division. It was chosen in 1974 as the location for launching Project Tiger, an ambitious and well known wildlife conservation project. The reserve is administered from its headquarters in the district of Nainital.Corbett National Park is one of the thirteen protected areas covered by World Wildlife Fund under their Terai Arc Landscape Programme. The programme aims to protect three of the five terrestrial flagship species, the tiger, the Asian elephant and the Great One-horned Rhinoceros, by restoring corridors of forest to link 13 protected areas of Nepal and India to enable wildlife migration.


Geography


The park is located between 29°25' to 29°39'N latitude and 78°44' to 79°07'E longitude.The average altitude of the region ranges between 360 m (1,181 ft) and 1,040 m (3,412 ft). It has numerous ravines, ridges, minor streams and small plateaus with varying aspects and degrees of slopes.The park encompasses the Patli Dun valley formed by the Ramganga river.The present area of the Reserve is 1318.54 km2. including 520 km2. of core area and 797.72 km2. of buffer area. The core area forms the Jim Corbett National Park while the buffer contains reserve forests (496.54 km2.) as well as the Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary (301.18 km2.)The reserve, located partly along a valley between the Lesser Himalaya in the north and the Siwaliks in the south, has a sub-Himalayan belt structure.[3] The upper tertiary rocks are exposed towards the base of the Siwalik range and hard sandstone units form broad ridges.Characteristic longitudinal valleys, geographically termed Doons, or Duns can be seen formed along the narrow tectonic zones between lineaments.

Climate of Corbett


The weather in the park is temperate compared to most other protected areas of India. The temperature may vary from 5 °C (41 °F) to 30 °C (86 °F) during the winter and some mornings are foggy. Summer temperatures normally do not rise above 40 °C (104 °F).Rainfall ranges from light during the dry season to heavy during the monsoons.

Flora of Corbett


A total of 488 different species of plants have been recorded in the park. Tree density inside the reserve is higher in the areas of Sal forests and lowest in the Anogeissus-Acacia catechu forests. Total tree basal cover is greater in Sal dominated areas of woody vegetation.Healthy regeneration in sapling and seedling layers is occurring in the Mallotus philippensis, Jamun and Diospyros tomentosa communities, but in the Sal forests the regeneration of sapling and seedling is poor.

Fauna




Over 585 species of resident and migratory birds have been categorized, including crested serpent eagles, blossom headed parakeet and the red jungle fowl — ancestor of all domestic fowl. 33 species of reptiles, seven species of amphibians, seven species of fish and 37 species of dragonflies have also been recorded.Bengal tigers, although plentiful, are not easily spotted due to the abundance of camouflage in the reserve.Thick jungle, the Ramganga river, and plentiful prey make this reserve an ideal habitat for tigers who are opportunistic feeders and prey upon a range of animals.The tigers in the park have been known to kill much larger animals such as buffalo and even elephant for food.The tigers prey upon the larger animals in rare cases of food shortage, often in packs using the advantage of numerical superiority.The reserve has enormous boars, weighing up to 200 pounds, who provide a match for the tigers as a large male boar is capable of killing a tiger. There have been incidents of tigers attacking domestic animals in times when there is a shortage of prey.
Leopards are found in hilly areas but may also venture into the low land jungles. Smaller felines in the park include the jungle cat, fishing cat and leopard cat. Other mammals include four kinds of deer (barking, sambar, hog, Black buck and chital), Sloth and Himalayan Black bears, Indian Grey Mongoose, otters, yellow-throated martens, ghoral (goat-antelopes), Indian pangolins, and langur and rhesus monkeys. Owls and Nightjars can be heard during the night.In the summer, elephants can be seen in herds of several hundred. The Indian python found in the reserve is a dangerous species, capable of killing a chital deer.Local crocodiles were saved from extinction by captive breeding programs that subsequently released crocodiles into the Ramganga river.

Other Attraction of Corbett National Park

Dhikala: This well-known destination in Corbett is situated at the fringes of Patli Dun valley. There is a rest house here which was built hundred of years ago. Kanda ridge forms the backdrop, and from Dhikala, one can enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of the valley.Garjia Temple: It’s located on the banks of river Kosi, nearly 14 km away from Ramnagar City. At the time of Kartik Poornima, a fair is held here. The temple is dedicated to Garjia Devi.Ranikhet: This is one of the beautiful hill station located in the Almora district of Uttaranchal. Tourists can view the eye catching views of Indian Himalayan from this place. This hill station receives heavy snow fall from December to February.Elephant Safari: The ride on this majestic animal is one of the major attractions of Corbett National Park. Sitting on an elephant, like a royal, you go into the grasslands and jungles looking for tigers or a herd of wild elephants. Two times a day, Elephant safaris are arranged that starts from Dhikala—early morning and late afternoon.Treks:Tourists are not allowed to have a walk inside the park, but they are allowed to go for trekking around the park, only with a guide. This place becomes very cold in the winter season, so tourists should make proper arrangements for themselves, if they are travelling in the winter season.Kalagarh Dam: This dam is located in the south west direction of the Jim Corbett wildlife sanctuary. This is one of the best places for the bird watching tour. Lots of migratory waterfowl comes here in the winters.

Location of Corbett National Park


Corbett National Park is situated in Ramnagar in the district of Nainital, Uttaranchal.Area: 521 km2Route: The town of Ramnagar is the headquarters of Corbett Tiger Reserve. There are overnight trains available from Delhi to Ramnagar. Also, there are trains from Varanasi via Lucknow to Ramnagar. Reaching Ramnagar, one can hire a taxi to reach the park and Dhikala.Ramnagar is also well connected by road with Lucknow, Nainital, Ranikhet, Haridwar, Dehradun and New Delhi. One can also drive from Delhi (295 km) via Gajraula, Moradabad, Kashipur to reach Ramnagar. A direct train to Ramnagar runs from New Delhi. Alternatively, one can come up to Haldwani/Kashipur/Kathgodam and come to Ramnagar by road.Best Time to Visit: Mid-November to Mid-June.

Introduction

Edward James Corbett @ Jim CorbettConservationist, Hunter & Writer--------------------------


Edward James "Jim" Corbett (25 July 1875 – 19 April 1955) was an Indian-born British hunter, conservationist and naturalist, famous for slaying a large number of man-eating tigers and leopards in India.Corbett held the rank of colonel in the British Indian Army and worked for the Bengal and North Western Railway. However, Corbett was frequently called upon by the government of the United Provinces (now the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand) to slay man-eating tigers and leopards who had killed people in the villages of the Garhwal and Kumaon region. Corbett was able to succeed in many cases where numerous others had failed. Between 1910 and 1938, Corbett shot much-feared man-eaters such as the Champawat Tiger, the Leopard of Rudraprayag, the Tigers of Chowgarh and the Panar Leopard, who had cumulatively killed over a thousand people. His success in slaying the man-eaters earned him much respect and fame amongst the people residing in the villages of Kumaon, many of whom considered him a sadhu (saint).Corbett was an avid photographer and after his retirement, authored the Maneaters of Kumaon, Jungle Lore and other books recounting his hunts and experiences, which enjoyed much critical acclaim and commercial success. Corbett spoke out for the need to protect India's wildlife from extermination. The Corbett National Park in Kumaon is named in his honour.

Early Life of Jim Corbett

Edward James Corbett was born of Irish ancestry in the town of Naini Tal near the Kumaon foothills of the Himalayas, in the United Provinces (now in the Indian state of Uttarakhand). Jim was the eighth child of Christopher and Mary Jane Corbett. His parents had moved to Naini Tal in 1862, after Christopher Corbett had been appointed postmaster of the town. In winters, the family used to move to the foothills—where they owned a cottage near Kaladhungi. After the death of Christopher (when Jim was still very young), his eldest brother Tom took over as the postmaster of Nainital. From a very young age, Jim was fascinated by the forests and the wildlife around his home in Kaladhungi. At a young age he learnt to identify most animals and birds by their calls - owing to his frequent excursions. Over time he became a good tracker and hunter. Jim studied at the Oak Openings School (later renamed Philander Smith College) and Sherwood College, Naini Tal. Soon thereafter, he joined the Bengal and North Western Railway, initially working as a fuel inspector at Manakpur in the Punjab, and subsequently as a contractor for the trans-shipment of goods across the Ganges at Mokameh Ghat in Bihar.

Man-Eating Tigers

Corbett was a hunter and fishing enthusiast in early life but took to big game photography later. As his admiration for tigers and leopards grew, he resolved never to shoot them unless they turned man-eater or posed a threat to cattle. Between 1907 and 1938, Corbett tracked and killed at least a dozen man-eaters. It is estimated that the combined total of men, women and children these twelve animals had killed was in excess of 1,500. His very first success, the Champawat Tiger in Champawat, alone was responsible for 436 documented deaths. Recent analysis of carcasses, skulls and preserved remains show that most of the man-eaters were suffering from disease or wounds like porcupine quills embedded deep in the skin or old gunshot wounds which never healed. For some, such as the Leopard of Rudraprayag, the skull and dentition showed advanced, debilitating gum and tooth decay, such as would limit the animal in killing wild game, and drive it towards man-eating.He also shot the Panar Leopard, which allegedly killed 400 after being injured by a poacher and thus being rendered unable to hunt its normal prey. Other notable man-eaters he killed were the Talla-Des man-eater, the Mohan man-eater, the Thak man-eater and the Chowgarh tigress. However, one of the most famous was the man-eating Leopard of Rudraprayag, which terrorised the pilgrims to the holy Hindu shrines Kedarnath and Badrinath for more than ten years. The leopard was suffering from tooth decay, which made it much harder to kill its normal prey, and it instead turned to killing humans, who were much easier to kill. The Thak man-eating tigress, when skinned by Corbett, revealed two old gunshot wounds; one in her shoulder had become septic and Corbett suggests, could have been the reason for the tigress to have turned man-eater.At times, he took great personal risks to save the lives of others. Still remembered in India as a great preservationist, his memories command fond respect in the areas he worked in.By his own account, Corbett shot the wrong animal at least once, and greatly regretted the incident. In addition, man-eaters are quite capable of stalking the hunter. As a result, Corbett preferred to hunt alone and on foot when pursuing dangerous game. He often hunted with a small dog named Robin, about whom he wrote much in his first book, The Maneaters of Kumaon.Corbett shot a documented 19 tigers and 14 leopards -- a total of 33 recorded and documented kills.

Documentary

In 1986, the BBC produced a docudrama titled Man-Eaters of India with Fred Treves in the role of Jim Corbett. An IMAX movie, India: Kingdom of the Tiger, based on Corbett's books, was made in 2002. A TV movie (based on Corbett's book, The Man-Eating Leopard of Rudraprayag) starring Jason Flemyng was made in 2005.

Conservationist

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. India's first national park, Hailey National Park, named after Lord Malcolm Hailey, a former Governor of United Provinces, established in 1934 in the Kumaon Hills, was renamed in Corbett's honor in 1957. Corbett also had a deep affection for the people of the Kumaon Hills, and was loved by many of the region. He is considered by some in the Kumaon region as a sadhu.

Life in Kenya

Life in Kenya
After 1947, Corbett and his sister Maggie retired to Nyeri, Kenya, where he continued to write and sound the alarm about declining numbers of jungle cats and other wildlife. Jim Corbett was at the Treetops Hotel, a hut built on the branches of a giant ficus tree, when Princess Elizabeth stayed there on February 5-6, 1952, at the time of the death of her father, King George VI. Corbett wrote in the hotel's visitors' register:"For the first time in the history of the world, a young girl climbed into a tree one day a Princess, and after having what she described as her most thrilling experience, she climbed down from the tree the next day a Queen— God bless her".Jim Corbett died of a heart attack a few days after he finished writing his sixth book Tree Tops, and was buried at St. Peter's Anglican Church in Nyeri. The national park he fought to establish in India was renamed in his honour two years later and is now nearly twice its original size. It is a favoured place for visitors hoping to see a tiger.

Legecy

Jim Corbett's accounts of the hunting and killing of man-eaters, which had killed almost 450 Indians, are related in his books: Man-Eaters of Kumaon (1944), The Man-Eating Leopard of Rudraprayag (1948), and the Temple Tiger and More Man-Eaters of Kumaon (1954). Man-eaters of Kumaon was a success in India and was chosen by book clubs in the United Kingdom and the United States; the first printing of the American Book-of-the-Month Club being 250,000. The book was later translated into 27 languages. His Jungle Lore is considered his autobiography. He also wrote My India, about Indian rural life.The Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, India is named after him. He had played a key role in establishing the wildlife reserve.In 1968, one of the five remaining subspecies of tigers was named after him; Panthera tigris corbetti, more commonly called Corbett's tiger.In 1994, Corbett's long-neglected grave was repaired and restored by Jerry A. Jaleel, founder and director of the Jim Corbett Foundation, which has members worldwide.

Books by Jim Corbett

Man-eaters of Kumaon:First Indian Edition printed Bombay 1944 (Oxford University Press)The Man-eating Leopard of Rudraprayag: (OUP) UK 1948My India: (OUP)UK/INDIA 1952Jungle Lore: (OUP) UK 1953The Temple Tiger & Man-eaters of Kumaon:(OUP) UK 1954Tree Tops: (OUP) UK 1955

Monday, January 18, 2010

Adventure at Corbett-1

Spalshhhhhhhh

Slithring(a mild some as Bongee-jump)



Rafting Expedition at Ramganga(w)


Powered Para-Gliding

Sunday, January 17, 2010

Corbett Wild-life-2


Safari in Corbett

Tiger in Yawning


Tiger Resting in Corbett



Tiger"s Big Smile




Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Corbett Wild-Life-1

Deer at bank of Ramganga


small species of Corbett

Monday, January 11, 2010

Adventure activities & Mobile Camping

















flying fox

Adventure activities at Corbett

A specialized organizing in Adventure sports & Rafting Expeditions in Uttarakhand.
Controlled and supervised adventure activities, conducted by trained instructors from
Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), Uttarkashi.

Adventure activities:-
Slithering- A mild some as bungee-jumping from the Bridge.
Flying Fox -It is a high adventure based fun activity in which a Person
is lowered down through a slanting rope at different speeds.
Rappelling – Rappelling It is a technique of sliding down a controlling ones speed
With friction on the line to come down a rock face.
Rock-climbing – Climbing on a Rock Face with the help of Hand Hold and foot
Hold as well as safety Rope.
River-Crossing or Tyrolean Traverse - It is a method of crossing a river
With the help of ropes, harness and carabineer.
Rafting Expedition- in all Rivers in Uttarakhand


Courtesy by-Gaurav khulbe

Corbett to Nainital trek

Region: Kumaon foothills of Nainital district, UttarakhandDuration: 07 days/06 nightsAltitude: 450 m to 2500 mSeason: October to March Grade: ModerateHighlights: Trekking from Corbett to Nainital, spectacular views of peaks, Tiger sighting in open jeeps & elephant ride at Dhikala, rich Himalayan flora, altitude migrant birds and occasional sightings of endangered mammals like Himalayan Black Bear and Serow, Home stays and eco-tourism projects like Mahaseer Conservation and Adventure activities Unlike most other treks that are done in summer for easier access, this trek is best enjoyed around winter months as high altitude birds migrate to lower regions and the forests are in bloom. This forest trek has great altitudinal variation, giving the whole region a diverse bird and mammal life. An astounding 650 bird species have been reported here and the assemblage of mammals is equally impressive, the most notable being the elusive Serow
Highly recommended for beginners, this is a moderate trek through beautiful natural surroundings. You hike along old pony trails, camp at scenic spots or stay in colonial era forest bungalows. Starting from the right bank of the Kosi River this trek involves walking through dense broadleaf forest rich in wildlife, and forging through shallow streams. As we gain altitude, vegetation & landscape go through considerable change and you move on to conifer forests of oak and pine that open into scenic valleys & gorges. You finally end the trek at temperate forest higher up that offer spectacular views of the icy Himalayas along the way. What is quite remarkable is the ever-changing biodiversity, rich wildlife and the dramatic difference in forest types each day.
The hike takes you through forests dominated by dense undergrowth of Ringal, bamboo and ferns and you can encounter a variety of wildlife such as barking deer and pheasants. The forest stretch between Vinayak and Patahriya is of great ornithological importance as the once-considered extinct Himalayan Quail was reported here. You pass through small villages and hamlets, where you can see people lead a simple symbiotic life in harmony with their wild surroundings.

ITENARY OF TREK

Day 1 - KUMERIA BAWAS
Time - 5 7 hours
Level - Easy
We will start trekking from Kumeria, where a suspension bridge over the Kosi leads to the trail that cuts right through the relatively large riverside village of Kunkhet. Then a narrow trail that merges with a fire lane leading to the village of Okhaldunga (500 m). About 2-3 hrs along the road that menders high above the Kosi, we will be arriving at Bawas. Overnight stay in camp.

Day 2 - BAWAS MONA
Time - 3 5 hours
Level - Difficult
Early morning trek to Mona from Bawas. Night stay in camp.

Day 3 - MONA AKASHKHANDA
Time - 2 4 hours
Level - Moderate Difficult
Start trekking to Akashkhanda (1,600 m) from Mona. From there, you will be able to see spectacular views of Nanda Ghunti (6,309 m) and Trishul (7,120 m). Overnight stay in Camp at Akashkhanda.

Day 4 - AKASHKHANDA KUNJKHARAK
Time - 6 8 hours
Level - Easy Difficult
After breakfast, we will start trek to Kunjkharak. Overnight stay in camp.

Day 5 - KUNJKHARAK VINAYAK
Time - 5 hours
Level - Easy
Trek to Vinayak (2,600 m). Overnight stay in camp.

Day 6 - VINAYAK PATHARIYA
Time - 4 5 hours
Level - Easy
Next day, we will trek to Pathariya (2,200 m). In this trail we will pass through Sigri (2,350 m) and Pangot (2,150 m) villages. Night stay in camp.

Day 7 - PATHARIYA NAINITAL AND AROUND
Time - 1 2 hours
Level - Easy
we will take a short trek and easy trek to Nainital from Pathariya. From where you will sight the twin rocky mounds popularly known as Camels Back.

Cost on Request....

Thanks & Regards,
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Greetings from Corbett Wild-ventures travel.

We take the opportunity to introduce "Corbett Wild-Ventures" an adventure sports company that promotes Rock-climbing, Rappelling, River-Crossing, Slithering (a somewhat mild form of Bungee-Jumping), Para-sailing, Mobile camping, Trekking and River Rafting Expeditions.


Safety - Safety is the prime aspect what we focus on the most. Therefore we have best of the certified equipment’s from the industry from renowned manufactures across the globe. Safety being our prime concern we provide life jackets, helmets, safety rope and first-aid.

Company has setup an Eco-Tourism wing. This wing has launched many packages of nature camps/Resorts and jungle safaris during all season. These camps/Resorts are aimed at providing a first hand exposure of nature.

Meandering through the woody landscape amidst the forest of Uttaranchal is the Kosi and Ramganga, the most majestic and scared river of North India. The river offers opportunity to both adventure and nature lovers. Nestled along beautiful Kosi river and nature camp/Resorts. We are already organizing for some of other Schools (British Embassy School, American Embassy School and Basant valley school from Delhi), Institutes, Companies, Hotels and Resorts.


Looking forward to another wonderful and adventurous experience.

Thanks & Regards,

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Camp/Resorts

The staff and the Management are proud to have you as guests and promise to make your stay a memorable experience.

Do Nothing
You have considered the Camp as your personal heaven. Enjoy the sounds and smells of the forest or take in the views from the camp/Resorts sight that extends over the ridge, overlooking the Kosi River. The sun kissed lawns would further complement your leisure at the camp/Resorts.
There is enough activity, adventure or exploring in around the camp/Resorts to fill up day from dawn to late at night. Enjoy the sounds, colors, and the fresh fragrance of pure nature.
We are sure that the camp/Resorts with its own little bubbling camp/Resorts at the entrance and lovely views of the foothills, Kosi River and the dense forest cover will be a perfect setting for your holiday.It is beautiful resort on the outskirts of Corbett Tiger Reserve, close to the bank of river Kosi. The resort offers economical stay to the visitors providing the best value for your money. The camp provides stay in mud cottages, Swiss tents and deluxe cottages. Delightful dishes and friendly staff make the stay even more pleasant.

Location: Located on the periphery of the Corbett National Park in the Village Dhikuli, at a distance of 12 km from Ram Nagar.

FACILITIES:-
Multi cuisine restaurant
Mud Cottages
Tented accommodation
Pakka Cottages

Camp/Resorts in Style
Bed Tea along with cookies is served in the morning at your appointed wake up time. Buffet meal,Breakfast- from 08.00 am to 09.30 am for the resident guests and from 10.00 am for the guests arriving from the morning Safari.
Lunch- From 01.00 pm to 02.30 pm.
Dinner- From 08.00 pm to 9.30 pm.
The bonfire is lit at 09.00 pm for the essential camp/Resorts experience of spirits and bonhomic by the fireside.

CORBETT EXPERIENCE
Corbett Safaris: Escorted Gipsy Safari is available for visiting Bijrani and Jhirna areas of the Corbett National Park. There are options available for a full day a half-day safari. The timings for the half day safari, which essentially is for three hours, are 6.45 mornings and 1.00 evening in winter. The full day safari is from 06.45 mornings till evening. As only limited number of gipsy are allowed into the park on a given day, its advisable to get the safari pre-booked. We shall required name, age and gender of all the travelers, and a photo-id-number of any one of the guests per jeep for getting the entry permit. Six people can be easily accommodated in a jeep along with the driver and the trained Naturalist.

FISHING -fly & spin fishing the Ramganga & Kosi River, flowing on the periphery of Corbett national Park, challenges the sport man to pit out wit the mighty Mahaseer (bar busbus tor)- the world famous fresh Water game fish. Season October to April tented mahaseer fishing comps at pancheswar, the meeting point Of the saryu and Mahakali Rivers, situated on the indo, Nepal border, are organized season: September to Mid December & February to mid June.
Contact for tariff & package details.


ELEPHANT SAFARIS- 4 NIGHTS / 5 DAYS (EXTENDABLE) for minimum 4 pax in the Corbett Buffer zone to sonanadi sanctuary. Are arranged & conducted. Over night in forest rest houses & tented Camps with lamp lights & camp fires- creating the atmosphere during the times of the British Raj. Season: October to April.
Contact for tariff & package details.


HIMALAYAN JEEP SAFARI- 5 NIGHT/ 6DAYS, (EXTENDABLE) – the scented pine, deodar and oak Forest from the backdrop of the safari through the unexplored destination of the kumaon hills. Scenic Panoramic view of the kumaon. Himalayas can be seen along the journey. Kausani offers a spectacular Expanse of the kumaon ranges. Binsar valley is home to a diverse birdlife. Munsiyari forms the base for Treks to surrounding glaciers and fantastic views of the awe-inspiring panchachuli peaks.







Adventure activities-
Controlled and supervised adventure activities, conducted by trained instructors from Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), Uttarkashi can be organized in the vicinity of the camp. Offered are Rock Climbing, Rappelling, River crossing,
Slithering (a mild some as bungee-jumping)

Rafting Expedition (after monsoon)
In kosi River-Kumeria to Ramnagar (20 k.m.)I
n Ramganga river-Bhikyasen to Marchula(65 K.m)

Please Note:-
· Adventure Activities and fun Fishing shall be conducted at Garjia suspension bridge:-
Transportation (If required) we can arrange for you/group. (Extra charge)
· Consumption of Alcohol is strictly prohibited during the safari and adventure activities.
Help keep the jungle/ Adventure point/camp, Pollution free. Please out your non biodegradable litter(Tin, cans, plastics, glass, bottles, metals, foils, etc.) Into the bag and dispose of it on your way out.

Thanking you

Contact for tariff & package details.

(On Behalf of Corbett Wild-ventures Travel.)
wildventures2000@gmail.com
gaurav_adventure@rediffmail.com
9719223018 / 9837533019