Dhikala Zone

The oldest and most well-known area of Jim Corbett National Park is Dhikala zone, every year for a particular period of time Dhikala zone night stay opens for visitors which is well-known all over world. Dhikala zone is the first location that springs to mind when someone thinks about Jim Corbett National Park for various reasons. It is not just the most varied or explored area of the park, but it is also the most popular due to its constant wildlife sightings, regardless of whether luck plays a role in the wildlife sightseeing. For those who love outdoor activities or wildlife, Dhikala Night Stay location is a veritable paradise, Dhikala zone is the home to various species such as Royal Bengal Tigers, tuskers, wild boar, different species of reptiles such as cobra and a wide variety of deer. Not only is the day trip to Dhikala extremely well-known, but so is the Night stay in Dhikala Forest Rest House. What could be more ideal than spending your time close to a forest area?

Flora and Fauna in Dhikala zone

The Plains of the North in the Dhikala zone, gray langurs(Indian monkeys) are rather widespread and are frequently observed grazing on the forest floor or hanging through the trees. Crocodiles are among the many reptiles that call the Ramganga River home & a special crocodile point is also observed inside the dhikala zone where large numbers of crocodile or reptiles can easily be seen. They are frequently seen lounging on the banks of the river. Additionally, the Dhikala forest area is home to smaller creatures that are frequently spotted in motion, such as the Royal Bengal tiger, Tuskers, Indian Grey Mongoose, Jackal, Sambar Deer, Chital (Spotted Deer), Barking Deer, Hog Deer etc are found here.
In addition to crocodiles, the area is home to a number of snake species, such as pythons, Indian cobras, and other kinds of vipers. The Great Hornbill is distinguished by its majestic flight and big, multicolored bill. The grasslands are home to a variety of flora such as Sal, the Chir Pine (Pinus roxburghii) with bird species such as vultures, Peacock, Red Jungle Fowl and eagles, including the Oriental Honey Buzzard and Indian Vulture.

Forest Rest Houses in Dhikala Zone

The Dhikala zone forest area is divided into several sections, including Sultan, Gairal, Sarapduli, and the campus area. Each section has built-in government forest rest rooms for Night Stay for the guests, which must be reserved two to three months prior in advance in accordance with regulations. In addition to the rooms, there are dorms in the campus, Sarapduli, and Gairal areas for the groups. The Dhikala Forest Lodge has several routes that are well-known for tiger sightings, including Thandi Road, Kamarpatta Road, and Par Wali, among others. The greatest time to see tigers is during the night in the Dhikala area. The government has constructed a restricted number of rooms for night stay guests in each area of Dhikala zone. There are four double rooms and one dormitory with eight beds in Gairal Forest Rest House. There are no double rooms and one three-bed dorm in Sarapduli Forest Rest House.
There are two dormitories with 12 beds each on the main campus, as well as many room types with double beds, such as Annexi, Hutment, New FRH, Old FRH, etc. Only two double-bedded rooms are offered in Sultan Forest Rest House; there are no dorm rooms there.

The Dhikala Safari can be boarded from the Dhikala entry gate or from the corbett tiger reserve office in Ramnagar. The entry gate is about 28 kilometers from the Ramnagar city area. Reaching late can affect your safari duration or entry so reach on the given time.

Different Rooms of Dhikala Forest Rest House:

Sultan FRH

Since Sultan forest rest house only has two double rooms in the quiet Dhikala zone, it is the nearest, quietest, and most tranquil Forest Rest Houses of all. Sultan is the first FRH, accessible via the Dhangari gate. Numerous wildlife species can be found in the area, which is covered with verdant forest. Solar fencing is not an option at Sultan FRH, and a cook will prepare the meals for you in the Sultan Forest Rest House.

• Distance from Dhangari gate: 7km
• Rooms: 2 double bed rooms
• Dormitory: 00
• Canteen: No( Cook will be there)

Gairal FRH

Due to Gairal Forest Rest Houses location on the banks of the Ramganga River, Gairal FRH, which came in second from the entry gate, offers a greater opportunity of seeing wildlife in their native habitat. 4 government-built rooms with eight beds are available for Night stays in Gairal Forest Rest House. You can find a lot of bird species here in addition to fauna, and there is a canteen available for meals.

• Distance from Dhangari gate: 15km
• Rooms: 4 double bed rooms
• Dormitory: 1 (8 bedded)
• Canteen: Yes

Sarapduli FRH

The Sarapduli Forest Rest House, which is near the main campus area, was the third FRH from the dhangari entry gate. You can see a variety of wildlife and birds here as well because of the tranquil surroundings and proximity to the deep core forest area. There are one three-bed dormitories for families at the Sarapduli forest rest house. There is a canteen facility at the Sarapduli FRH for the meals.

• Distance from Dhangari gate: 22km
• Rooms:00
• Dormitory: 1 (3 bedded)
• Canteen: Yes

Dhikala Forest Lodge( Main Campus)

The main campus area of Dhikala zone is primarily renowned for its proximity and location in the deepest part of the Dhikala zone. As a result, there is a considerable probability of seeing wildlife here. There is a canteen facility available at the Dhikala Forest Rest House for the meals. Two dormitory options and a variety of room types are offered on the main campus forest area. There is a high chance of seeing wildlife in its natural habitat because it is situated on the banks of the Ramganga River.

• Distance from Dhangari gate: 28km
• Rooms: 17 double bed rooms
• Dormitory: 2 (12 bedded)
• Canteen: Yes

Since Dhikala zone is the most well-known zone and thousands of tourists visit it each year for its varied beauty, fauna and flora and for its vegetation, it is necessary to arrange a Dhikala night stay at least 60 to 90 days in advance for the booking confirmation. All wildlife, including deer, tuskers, and the Royal Bengal Tiger, can be observed here with ease. While spending the
Night Stay in the Dhikala zone, you can even spot several endangered animals in their native environment. You can get in touch with Safari Booking to arrange a Dhikala Night Stay Package and have an amazing experience with a knowledgeable expert team.

Notes:

1. No modifications can be made to the dates, number of guests, or number of nights once a night stay has been reserved.
2. One government official form of identification, such as a passport, Aadhar, or PAN, is needed to schedule a night stay booking.
3. To reserve a night stay, foreign or non-Indian visitors must present their national passport.
4. The cost of a night's stay is the same for adults and children (Above 6 years only).
5. The prices listed above are per person per night; however, two people are required to avail that rate.
6. You cannot expect opulent accommodations or luxuries because the rooms are government-built for jungle feel only.
7. The safari duration is for 3 hours only.
8. Entry permits, driver fees, driver allowance charges, road taxes, fuel fees, and any relevant taxes are all included in the costs indicated above when booking a night stay in Dhikala with pickup at the Dhikala Gate entry gate or the boarding area.
9. Since the pickup timings are fixed, any delays at the entry gate may impact the duration of your safari or the late entry.
10. Guide fees are additional and must be paid for by the guest to guide.
11. You can take and pay for your meals at the canteen exclusively; there are on additional cost.
12. Dhikala night stay permit prices can be changed as per season or government order at any time without any prior information.
13. Additional fees apply for anything not explicitly mentioned above.