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

Things to Do in Jim Corbett: Safaris, Garjiya Temple, Corbett Museum & More

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.

Top pickDhikala canter or lodge stay
Easy add-onGarjiya Devi temple
HistoryCorbett Museum, Kaladhungi

Safaris

Jeep safari

A private open jeep with a guide for up to six people, in the zone you book.

Morning or afternoon3-3.5 hrsEasy

Canter safari (Dhikala)

A large open bus deep into Dhikala, cheaper per seat.

15 Nov - 15 Jun4-5 hrsEasy

Forest lodge night

Stay inside the park at Dhikala or other rest houses for the full jungle experience.

15 Nov - 15 Jun1 nightBook early

Around Ramnagar

Garjiya Devi temple

A temple on a rock in the middle of the Kosi river, reached by steps.

All year1 hrEasy

Corbett Museum, Kaladhungi

Jim Corbett's winter home, with his letters, photos and belongings.

All year1 hrEasy

Corbett Falls

A pretty waterfall in the forest near Kaladhungi.

Oct - Jun1 hrEasy

Kosi river walks

Walk or birdwatch along the Kosi near Dhikuli; look for kingfishers and mahseer.

Oct - Jun1-2 hrsEasy

Approximate safari costs (Indian visitors)

SafariApprox. costNotes
Jeep safari≈ ₹7,000-7,300 per jeepIncludes permit, guide and gypsy; up to 6 people
Canter (Dhikala)≈ ₹1,770 per seatIncluding GST

Fees change; check the official Corbett Tiger Reserve booking site before you plan.

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