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UT/02 - Wildlife Itinerary- Corbett (Uttaranchal) - The Dhikala Forest Rest House & Camp (Ex-Delhi)


Highlights -
An exciting mix of two of the most specie rich ranges within Corbett Tiger Reserve involving days in a jeep on forest tracks viewing birds, animals, insects, flora; short hikes into the forest; a 2-hr elephant ride; luxurious meals and stay at Camp and within the Tiger Reserve.

Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive at Camp Forktail Creek by noon. Lunch and then a short hike into the forest. Night in Camp
Day 2 Full day game drive into the Bijrani range of Corbett Tiger Reserve. Night in Camp.
Day 3 Camp to Dhikala range. Full day in and around Dhikala. Night in a room at Dhikala FRH complex.
Day 4 Full day game drive at the Dhikala range with a try for an elephant ride. Night in Dhikala.
Day 5 Dhikala to Camp. Full day game drive at the Dhikala range. Return to Camp. Night in Camp.
Day 6 Depart for onward journey post breakfast.

Cost  - Available on request.

Includes
-Accommodation at Camp for three nights and Dhikala FRH for two nights.
-All meals from lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 6, aerated drinks, mineral water, tea/ coffee.
-Escorted hikes into the forests around Camp.
-One elephant ride (2-hour each) while inside the National Park (subject to availability as it cannot be booked in advance).
-A dedicated 4WD open jeep with a driver and a naturalist for all the game drives (one full day into Bijrani and then three days while in Dhikala).
-All relevant entries fees and permits (charges levied by the forest department as subject to change without prior notice)

Extra Expenses
Expenses of personal nature such as beverages (except those mentioned above) laundry, telephone calls, internet, souvenirs and tips for guides and drivers (more detailed advice on tipping could be sent on booking).

Note: FRH is subject to availability.

Accommodation Details

Camp Forktail Creek is a small jungle camp located on the north-eastern periphery of Corbett Tiger Reserve, India (23 kms from the town of Ramnagar). It is set amidst dense Sal forests and accommodation is in  ocally handcrafted ensuite mud huts or large ensuite safari tents. Elaborate and sumptuous home-cooked meals accompany each trip with enjoyable, courteous and knowledgeable naturalists, who have been in the  region most of their lives. Camp is in a village which does not have electricity but ample lighting is provided with solar powered lamps and lanterns and candles.

Dhikala Forest Rest House Complex is the largest tourist rest house complex within Corbett Tiger Reserve. It stands atop the left bank of Ramganga River overlooking the expansive grasslands called 'chaurs' further below which is the huge Ramganga reservoir, the heart of Corbett. The grasslands of Dhikala are home to a small but endangered population of Hog Deer. Being the largest complex, accommodation varies from Simple dormitory bunk beds to more comfortable rooms to the old heritage building in middle of the complex called the “Old FRH”. Over the last few years each place of stay within the Tiger Reserve, has been tastefully restored, making it a very pleasant stay. In addition, the team from Camp inspects and readies each room prior to the arrival of our guests. Essential toiletries, bed and bath linen are taken from Camp and replaced for the duration of your stay. Meals at Dhikala are at the restaurant in the complex which serves wholesome clean vegetarian food.

Access - Delhi Airport is an International Airport at about 280 kms (6 hours - 7 hours Drive) from Corbett. Ramnagar (25 kms from Corbett area) gets overnight trains from Delhi and even though it arrives at 5:00 AM, is an option to consider if idea is to avoid Delhi - Corbett drive.

Please email to ut02@nivalink.co.in with dates of travel for a firm quote (hotel cost and transportation) with an indicative itinerary.