About & visitor rules

Established in 1936 as India's first national park, Corbett anchors Project Tiger, launched here in 1973. It spans 1,288 km² (core + buffer) across 8 safari zones in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand.

About this guide

Maintained independently by the Jim Corbett Visitor Guide editorial team — this is not the official Corbett Tiger Reserve website. Facts and figures are cross-referenced against public sources and reviewed periodically; safari rules and pricing are set by the forest department and can change, so treat anything here as planning guidance rather than a live quote. Corrections are published openly when something turns out wrong, rather than silently edited.

Permits & entry (indicative)

• Indian nationals, full jeep (up to 6): Rs 4,000-7,500 / safari
• Foreign nationals: Several times the Indian tariff
• Canter seat (Dhikala only): Rs 2,500-2,800 / person
• Shifts: Morning & afternoon

Fees vary by zone and season and are payable through the forest department at the time of permit issue. Figures above are indicative — confirm current rates before booking.

Safari rules

1. Remain inside the vehicle at all times within the core zone.
2. Maintain a minimum distance of 30 metres from wildlife; never block an animal's path.
3. No littering, no loud noise, no use of flash photography near animals.
4. Entry only through the assigned gate and shift; late arrivals may be denied entry.
5. Plastic bottles and single-use plastic are not permitted inside the park.

Safety notice

Fog can close gates 10-15 minutes early between December and February. Monsoon (Jul-Oct) closes Dhikala, Bijrani, Durga Devi, Garjia and Phato — Jhirna, Dhela and Sitabani stay open year-round.