WILDLIFE
An affluent wildlife is the highlight of the verdant green state of Uttarakhand. What seem to be the dense forests of Oak and Deodar are actually, the homeland to varied number of recognizable and unknown trees and plants. Mostly habituated by innumerable wild species of animals of which Tiger is most prominent, the state is certainly amongst the finest places for wildlife tourism in India. The state also boasts a high number of birds that nest in varied trees and with their sweet chirps add melody to the surreal ambiance. The alpine meadows though seem isolated are an essential piece of the rich and diverse wildlife of Uttarakhand.
Popular National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries in Uttarakhand
Jim Corbett National Park
If at all you get the opportunity to take your eyes off the rich flora and fauna of Corbett Wildlife Sanctuary, there is a whole lot awaiting to be explored around this mesmerizing wildlife destination. The vicinity of Corbett is replete with attractions like a beautiful river, Kosi; the majestic and sacred temple of Garjia; the informative Corbett Museum; the spectacular Corbett Falls and stunning Sunset Point.
If you wish to be surrounded by nature and escape from the honking city buzz then Jim Corbett National Park has the key to unlock your wishes. This famous wildlife holiday hotspot in Uttarakhand is a gem for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Surrounded by jaded greens and grasslands, this wildlife sanctuary is blessed with varieties of flora and fauna. This park is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand and it is the First Tiger Reserve in India. Something most people would not know is that, during the year 1936 Corbett National Park was formally known as Hailey National Park.
Corbett wildlife sanctuary is replete with accommodation options. From luxury resorts to budget hotels, you can find various types of accommodation options in Corbett Tiger Reserve catering to every taste and budget. All these hotel accommodation provides a range of facilities which will generally include restaurants/cafes, and services including valet car parking.
Top Hotels & Resorts in Corbett
Rajaji National Park
One of the most beautiful reserves to the east of Haridwar, Rajaji National Park locates in Pauri Garhwal, Dehradun and Haridwar districts of Uttarakhand. Spread over 820.42 sq. km. of area, the park embraces the Shivaliks, in the vicinity of Himalayan foothills. It’s a haven for the nature and adventure lovers, who visit here to enjoy the real wildlife. It is located in transition zone between moderate western Himalaya and central Himalaya, which increases the species diversity and the viewing forecast. The park has large number of birds species like White-naped Woodpecker, Greater Scaup, Black-bellied Tern, Pallas’s Fish Eagle, Great Hornbill, Black-necked Stork, Northern Goshawk, Yellow-billed Blue Magpie, Snowy-browed Flycatcher, Scaly Thrush, Pale-footed Bush Warbler, Tytler’s Leaf Warbler, Rusty-flanked Treecreeper, Green Avadavat and Reed Bunting