Dhikala Canter Safari is one of the fine examples of the unscathed natural beauty at Jim Corbett National Park in Uttrakhand. Dhikala Zone is named after the largest Dhikala grassland, which is the largest grassland in the Corbett Reserve landscape. This is the amazing eco-tourism zone that has the most picturesque landscape. Being the largest among the five zones in Jim Corbett National Park, it has extensive grassland, sal dense forest, a narrow valley, and multiple channels of the Ramganga river. Apart from this, the Dhikala Zone Safari is famous for its panoramic valley views and wildlife sightseeing.
The major attractions to see in Dhikala Zone Safari include the Royal Bengal Tiger and Asiatic Elephants. Apart from Bengal Tigers and Elephants, you will get to see plenty of wild fauna, which include Hog deers, Langurs, Leopards, Sambhar deer, Spotted deer, Crocodiles, Wild Boars, etc. You will find these wildlife animals roaming in the natural habitat as you start taking a safari ride here. Indeed, this place is going to be your best destination if you’re planning to enjoy the jungle ride with your friends and family.
The Dhikala zone offers affordable Jeep Safari facilities to visitors in the Corbett National Park only when one decided to take Night Stay inside the forest. The visitors who have advanced bookings in the Forest Rent Houses (FRH) in the zone can easily enjoy the Jeep Safari in Dhikala. Once you get the permit for the night stay in Dhikala, you can hire a jeep with a driver and a naturist to get into the park. Once you enter the park, you’re free to explore its flora and fauna for the whole day within the allotted time.
Moreover, a 16-seater canter is the best option for a safari ride if you’re going with your family or a group of friends. A canter will stop at the Dhikala zone safari campus for 20 min so that you can enjoy to the fullest by having tea, maggie, omelette, bread, etc., at the canteen. While riding in the cater, tourists can capture the best shots with their cameras. Being a traveller, you will be accompanied by expert drivers and naturalists.
The timing of the Dhikala Zone Safari varies based on the weather.
The summer timing of Dhikala Zone Safari includes
Morning - From 5:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Evening - From 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM
The winter timing of Dhikala Zone Safari includes:
Morning - From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Evening - From 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Note To Remember: Dhikala Zone Safari only operates between 15 November and 15 June every year. For the remaining time, it is closed due to the rainy season.
2500/ Seat / person ( For Indian )
4500/Seat/ Person ( Foreigner )
For Indian tourists, it’s important to make a booking request for a canter Dhikala zone safari 45 days in advance and 90 days in advance for foreign tourists. While confirming your Dhikala online canter safari booking, you will be asked for personal information such as the name, age, gender of all travellers, and photo, identity proof along with the amount to confirm the booking. We will also need your original ID for verification at the time of making entry to the Corbett park. Moreover, we guide our tourists regarding the booking process. So, you do not need to worry about the booking procedure.
Below listed are some of the important points you need to remember when travelling to the Dhikala Zone Safari in Jim Corbett National Park. Have a look.
Non-vegetarian and Alcohol are strictly prohibited inside the territory of Jim Corbett National Park. Moreover, all your personal belongings and bio-degradable items such as cans, metal foils, glass bottles, etc., need to be kept in a carry bag. You can easily dispose of these items once you’re finished with your tour. All these precautions are being followed to keep the Dhikala zone clean and wildlife animals safe.