Kumaon, Uttarakhand
- Altitude
- 385 m
- Good for
- Wildlife
- Best time
- Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr · May · Jun
Overview
About Jim Corbett
Established in 1936, Corbett protects sal forest, river grassland and the Ramganga reservoir. Jeep safaris here are among the best chances in India to see a wild Bengal tiger, alongside elephant herds and over 600 bird species.
Highlights
- 01Jeep safari in the Dhikala or Bijrani zone
- 02Birding along the Kosi river
- 03Corbett Waterfall
- 04Jungle resorts by the river
At a glance
- Region
- Kumaon, Uttarakhand
- Altitude
- 385 m
- Best time
- Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr · May · Jun
- Good for
- Wildlife
Trips to Jim Corbett
Price on request
Live weather
Right now in Jim Corbett
25°C
Rain
Wind 11 km/h
Next 5 days
- Today26°20°
- Fri28°19°
- Sat28°18°
- Sun27°17°
- Mon26°16°
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Location
Finding Jim Corbett
- Region
- Kumaon, Uttarakhand
- Altitude
- 385 m
- Coordinates
- 29.5300° N · 78.7747° E
Getting there
How to reach Jim Corbett
Pantnagar Airport
~80 km away
About 2 hours by taxi to Ramnagar.
Ramnagar
~2 km away
The park's gateway town. The Corbett Park Link Express runs overnight from Delhi.
From Delhi
~260 km drive
6–7 hours via Moradabad and Kashipur.
Jim Corbett in pictures
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When to go
Best months for Jim Corbett
Ideal Off season
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Journeys that include Jim Corbett
Good to know
Planning a trip to Jim Corbett
When is the best time to visit Jim Corbett?
The best months to visit Jim Corbett are November, December, January, February, March, April, May and June. Outside these months you can still travel, and we will tell you honestly what the weather and roads will be like.
How do I reach Jim Corbett?
The nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, about 80 km away. The most convenient railway station is Ramnagar, about 2 km away. By road, Jim Corbett is about 260 km from Delhi. We arrange private pickups from any of these.
How high is Jim Corbett? Will the altitude be a problem?
Jim Corbett is at about 385 m, so altitude is not a concern for anyone. Summers can be hot, so light cotton clothing works best from April to June.
How much does a trip to Jim Corbett cost?
It depends on your dates, hotel category, group size and how many days you have. Message us on WhatsApp with these details and we will send a clear, itemised price, usually within a few hours.
Can you plan a custom trip to Jim Corbett?
Yes. Every trip we run is planned around you. We can combine Jim Corbett with nearby places, slow the pace for families, or add treks and activities.
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