Dhikala Canter Safari

Among the impassable wildlife experiences in the Jim Corbett National Park of Uttarakhand, the Dhikala Canter Safari stands out as one of the most remarkable. Imagine this: On an open-air canter, you’re riding through the dense sal forests and tall grasslands; the natural beauty bestowed in every way. Dhikala zone is the most popular zone of Jim Corbett National Park known for its more biodiversity. The further you go, you will get opportunities to spot the most endangered species such as Royal Bengal Tigers, elephants, wild boars, and dozens of types of deers & birds. You can’t even begin to describe the excitement of seeing a majestic royal bengal tiger emerge from their natural habitat right in front of you or the trumpeting of tuskers from afar — it’s simply surreal to sight in the one place!

You will also get to visit some of the most untouched, unexplored and sparsely inhabited areas of the park hence it feels like a remote part of the world where nature is dominant. The scenery of the Dhikala zone itself is also a great feature since sal grasslands makes the temperature of the forest to present in every season, views of the ramganga river and thick forests provide an ever changing background which pleases nature enthusiasts and photographers. Ramganga is known as the lifeline for the wildlife in the Jim Corbett national park. The animals are most active during the early morning hours and late afternoons, therefore the safari timings are usually taken during those times only.

What so special about canter safari in Dhikala zone ?

The canter safari in the Dhikala zone is another excellent option, as it is exclusive to that zone. The best safari in Dhikala zone is Canter Safari, which can carry up to 16 people at once and
visits Jim Corbett's main locations. Four canters can access the Dhikala forest region in a single time slot, and our Safari Expert team can assist you with the Safari Booking process. From November 15 to June 15, the Dhikala zone is open to guests. This includes both the canter safari and night stays as well. Indian & Foreigner tourists can make reservations several months in advance if they wish to spend the night at Dhikala.
While the booking procedure is the same for foreigners, reservations must be made in advance for confirmation. Indian tourists who wish to spend the Night Stay in Dhikala can make their reservations several months in advance. There are several places for Night Stay in Dhikala including Sultan, Sarapduli, Gairal, Dhikala Campus, and the dormitories. If you want to spend the night in the forest, you should definitely stay at Dhikala. During a Canter safari and overnight stay, a wildlife guide is also required.

Flora and Fauna in Dhikala Zone:

The Canter Safari in Dhikala zone itself is a remarkable experience to observe, in the Dhikala canter safari you can experience the park with flora and fauna together with a naturalist guide in the canter for exploring offers enthralling perspectives about the wildlife and ecosystem within the jim corbett national park. With an amazing variety of plants and animals, Jim Corbett National Park's Dhikala zone is a biodiversity of Dhikala zone. A diverse range of species can flourish in the habitat created by the special combination of riverine habitats, dense forests, and grasslands such as Saal, Chir Pine(Pinus roxburghii), Bamboo, Themeda argentea and Cenchrus ciliaris etc are easily found in the Dhikala zone.

Best Time to Visit:

Since you can see the endangered species of wildlife in their natural habitat, December through April is the ideal time of year to explore the Dhikala zone. Due to its sal forest cover, Dhikala offers a tranquil and refreshing space throughout the sweltering summer months.

Boarding location:

The Dhikala Canter Safari can be boarded from the Dhikala entry gate or from the corbett tiger reserve office in Ramnagar. The entry gate of Dhikala zone is about 18 kilometers from the Ramnagar city area. Dhikala canter safari takes a break halfway of the safari in campus area for a 15-20 min, in which time you can take a small break or get quick snacks like tea, maggi etc or freshen up as a washroom facility you can get there.

Safari zone: Dhikala
Boarding location- Jim Corbett Reception Ramnagar & Dhangari Gate

Dhikala Canter Safari Timings: Dhikala canter safari depends on various factors such as weather, season etc.

The Dhikala canter safari duration is for approx 5 hrs. In each timings only 4 canters are allowed with limited 16 seats for visitors. The morning timings start around 5 to 6am in the morning and afternoon slot timing is around 11 to 12 pm( depending on the season). The magical feel of Dhikala Canter Safari comes from the fact that you get a chance to feel the beautiful wild nature of Corbett together with caring people who are also fond of nature and wildlife. It does not matter if it is your first time or if you are visiting for the 10th time each time the Dhikala forest will serve you something new, this is one adventure that will remain with you long after you leave the park. Our Safari Expert team will help you booking the Dhikala Canter Safari for you and your family for a remarkable experience.

Notes:

• Once a safari is booked, it cannot be changed or modified( Neither the date, time nor the slot.)
• For Dhikala Canter safari booking, one government official ID proof, such as Aadhar, PAN, or passport, is required.
• Non-Indian or foreign guests must show their country passport to dhikala canter safari booking.
• The pricing for the canter safari is the same for the adult and the child above 6 years old.
• The above price is for one time slot in the Dhikala zone; for an extra safari, the same amount needs to be paid.
• Dhikala canter safari includes the entry permits, driver fees, guide fees, road taxes, fuel fees, and any applicable taxes, which are all included in the aforementioned expenses. & pickup from the boarding location or the entry gate of Dhikala Gate.
• Canter safari prices can be changed as per season or government order at any time without any prior information.
• Anything not specifically stated above is subject to additional fees.