The Wildlife Sanctuary of the northern region has a diversified environment and landscape and is a paradise for wildlife & nature lovers. The northern part of India has a huge difference in comparison to the Southern part of India. North India Wildlife Sanctuary is a hub of wildlife species, flora, fauna, lush forest, mountains, and serene river which attract a large number of Safari tourists.
The wildlife sanctuary of the northern region is a hub for education on the environment, ecosystem, and wildlife conservation. The ecosystem is precious enough that scientist wants to understand it and also like to do research on the wildlife sanctuary of the northern region.
In this blog will explore the top 5 Wildlife Sanctuary of Northern India. Let’s begin the journey!!!
Jim Corbett National Park, Uttrakhand
Jim Corbett National Park is situated in Nainital District of Uttrakhand and is famous for the richness of its tiger. Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park and was established in the year 1963 and in 1973 first Tiger Project was launched. Jim Corbett is a famous tourist spot and to promote tourism the six Safari tourism zone was developed viz; Bijrani, Jhirna, Dhela, Dhikala, Durga Devi, and Sitabani Buffer zone.
- Best Season: February to March. Corbett Park remains open from Mid-November to Mid-June.
- Entry Fee:
a. Jeep Safari: Rs.5000/- per jeep. Maximum 6 person and 2 children aged between 5 to 12 years.
Timing: Morning 6:00 AM – 9.00 AM | Evening 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM (Safari Timing Varies as Season Changes)
b. Canter Safari: Rs.1600/- per person. (One canter has 16 seats)
Timing: Morning 6:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Evening 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM - How to Reach:
Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Airport (around 50 km away)
Nearest Railway Station: Ramnagar.
If you are from Delhi-NCR, you can avail luxury bus services.
Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
Ranthambore National Park situated in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan is one of the oldest National Park in the Northern Region of India. In ancient times, Kings off Rajasthan toured Ranthambore National Park for hunting and now it’s the home of the Royal Bengal Tiger. During the Safari tour, you can explore wild animals, and a rich variety of birds, and can experience wildlife photography.
- Best Season: April to June. National Park remains open from October to June.
- Entry Fee:
a. Jeep Safari: Rs. 1245/- per person per safari.
b. Canter Safari: Rs.750/- per person. (One canter has 16 seats) - How to Reach:
Nearest Airport: Jaipur International Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Sawai Madhopur
Hemis National Park, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir
Hemis National Park is the largest National Park in India and South Asia Region and is famous for snow leopards. Hemis National Park established in 1981 is situated in Leh, Ladakh at an altitude of 3300 m to 6000m above sea level. Apart from Snow Leopard, you can also experience Tibetan Wolf, Red Fox, Bleu Sheep, Himalayan Mouse, Eurasian Brown Bear, and Shapu. Hemis National Park is also famous for flora, fauna, and several other medicinal species of plants.
- Best Season: May and September. You can plan anytime but summers are the best season to explore Hemis National Park.
- Entry Fee: Rs.20/-
- Timing: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- How to Reach:
Nearest Airport: Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Jammu Tawi
Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Kanha National Park known as Heart of India is situated in the Malika Range of Satpura in Madhya Pradesh. In 1879, Kanha National Park was declared a Reserve Forest, and in 1933, declared a Wildlife Sanctuary. In the year 1955, the landscape was declared as Kanha National Park and now has Tiger Reserve in the area of 1945 sq. km. Kanha National Park is home to wildlife such as tigers, barasingha, a variety of birds, and reptiles.
- Best Season: March to June. Park remains open from October to June.
- Entry Fee: Rs.250/- per person
- Timing:
16th October to 15th February – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
16th February to 15th April – 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
16th April to 30th June – 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM - How to Reach:
Nearest Airport: Jabalpur Airport, Raipur Airport and Nagpur Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Jabalpur and Gondia
Dudhwa National Park, Uttar Pradesh
Dudhwa National Park, established in 1977 situated in Lakhmipur Kheri District, Uttar Pradesh, and covers 490 sq. km. During the time of British Rule, the National Park was used for hunting, later in 1958, Uttar Pradesh government declared the park a Wildlife Sanctuary. In 1977, more areas were covered under the park and declared as a National Park, and in 1987, due to the significant population of Bengal Tiger, the government declared the park as Tiger Reserve. Now Dudhwa National Park is famous for wildlife and species of birds.
- Best Season: May and September. You can plan anytime but summers are the best season to explore Hemis National Park.
- Entry Fee:
a. Jeep Safari:Rs.2100/- for 6 person
b. Elephant Safari: Rs. 100/- (Max 4 person allowed) - Timing: 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- How to Reach:
Nearest Airport: Lucknow International Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Palia Kalan
Conclusion
North India Wildlife Sanctuary gives you an unforgettable experience and you can explore the nature’s wonderland with it’s own uniqueness. If you are animal and nature lover, then add these places in your bucket list and don’t forget to check the best season to explore these wildlife sanctuaries.
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