A Bengal tiger standing in water in Jim Corbett National Park (photo: Jagrit Sachdeva, Unsplash)

Where to Stay in Jim Corbett: Forest Lodges, Dhikuli Resorts & Ramnagar

Jim Corbett National Park, set up in 1936, is India's first national park and one of the best places to see a wild tiger. Safaris start from Ramnagar, about 260 km from Delhi, with zones like Dhikala, Bijrani, Jhirna and Dhela.

Inside the parkDhikala and other forest rest houses
ResortsDhikuli - Garjiya road
BudgetRamnagar town

Best areas to stay in Corbett

Dhikala Forest Lodge

Inside the park

Basic government rooms and dorms in the heart of the Dhikala zone.

Good
  • Jungle at your door
  • Canter safaris
Keep in mind
  • Simple rooms
  • Book the day bookings open
Best for: Wildlife lovers

Dhikuli and Garjiya road

Resort belt

Riverside resorts along the Kosi, close to the Bijrani and Garjiya gates.

Good
  • Comfort
  • Pools and gardens
Keep in mind
  • Pricier
Best for: Families, couples

Ramnagar town

Budget hotels

Near the station and the safari booking office.

Good
  • Cheap
  • Easy transport
Keep in mind
  • Busy town
Best for: Budget travellers

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