Corbett National Park sits in Nainital district, Uttarakhand, in the Kumaon foothills of the Himalaya. Aptly called the ‘Land of Roar and Trumpet’, this forest of flowing rivers, blue waters, and sal-dappled glades was christened after the famous Colonel ‘Gentleman’ Jim Corbett.
A plentiful prey base supports one of the densest tiger populations anywhere in the world. As per the 2022 All-India Tiger Estimation — the most recent official national census — Corbett is home to 260 tigers, the highest count of any single tiger reserve in India, with a further 319 tigers recorded using the wider landscape beyond the reserve’s core boundary. This growth reflects the same tiger conservation story unfolding across India’s national parks. A new national census cycle began in late 2025, with updated figures expected through 2027.
When the park is open
Corbett’s various safari zones reopen on a staggered schedule after the monsoon: Bijrani, Jhirna, Dhela, and Garjia typically reopen from mid-October, while the core Dhikala zone — the reserve’s most sought-after zone — reopens mid-November. The Dhela zone stays open year-round, including through the monsoon, making it the fallback option for off-season visits. Current-year opening and safari-booking dates are confirmed through the official Corbett booking portal — we check live zone status before finalising any itinerary, so get in touch and we’ll confirm availability for your travel dates.
Safari timings
Gates typically open at 6:00 AM for the morning safari and 2:30 PM for the afternoon safari, with each safari running roughly 3–3.5 hours. Exact timings shift slightly between summer and winter and are confirmed on the day by our guide.
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