Last updated 28 Feb 2026
Jim Corbett National Park
India's First National Park — Home to the Bengal Tiger
Jim Corbett National Park, in the Nainital and Pauri Garhwal districts, is India's oldest national park and a stronghold for the Bengal tiger. The landscape ranges from dense sal and mixed forest to grasslands and riverine belts along the Ramganga.
Safaris are conducted in designated zones (Dhikala, Bijrani, Jhirna, and others); booking opens well in advance. Besides tigers, you can spot elephants, leopards, sloth bears, and hundreds of bird species. Stay inside the park or in resorts around Ramnagar for a complete wildlife experience.
Quick facts
Open
Mid-Nov to Mid-Jun (Dhikala); Jhirna year-round
Nearest town
Ramnagar, 12 km
Safari
Jeep & elephant; book online in advance
Stay
Forest rest houses & nearby resorts
