3 Nights | 6 + 2 enroute Safaris | Start: Ramnagar (09:30 hrs) | End: Ramnagar (12:00 hrs)
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There are safari lodges, and then there is Dhikala.
For many wildlife enthusiasts, staying at the Dhikala Forest Rest House is not simply another safari holiday. It is an experience that finds a permanent place on every naturalist's bucket list. Located deep within the core of Jim Corbett National Park, far beyond the last public road and surrounded entirely by wilderness, Dhikala offers something that very few places in India still can. It allows you to live inside the forest.
From the moment you enter through Dhangarhi Gate, the outside world begins to fade away. The drive to Dhikala itself is a safari, winding through dense Sal forests before suddenly opening into the spectacular Dhikala Chaurs, vast grasslands stretching towards the Ramganga River with the Himalayan foothills rising in the distance. It is a landscape unlike anywhere else in India.
The forest around Dhikala feels ancient. Herds of Asian Elephants wander across the grasslands, Hog Deer and Chital graze in the open, while Fish Eagles patrol the Ramganga River searching for their next meal. Otters occasionally appear along the riverbanks, Gharials bask quietly in the morning sun and, somewhere within this vast wilderness, Tigers and Leopards move almost unnoticed through the forests.
Unlike many safari destinations where visitors return to towns after every drive, Dhikala allows you to remain inside the park throughout your stay. Early mornings begin with the sounds of the jungle, evenings end beneath star-filled skies, and even the hours between safaris become part of the experience. It is not unusual to watch elephants feeding across the grasslands from the lodge itself or hear alarm calls echoing through the forest long after the safari vehicles have returned.
Over four unforgettable days, this journey combines six dedicated Dhikala safaris with two spectacular transit safaris between Dhangarhi Gate and the Forest Rest House. Together, they offer one of the most immersive wildlife experiences available anywhere in India.
This is a fixed-date group departure: the dates, your lodge, two safaris a day and your instructor are all set — ideal for solo travellers and small groups who want a great trip without the planning. Between drives there's time to rest, review photos, and swap notes over chai with your naturalist.
Guests are requested to report at Ramnagar by 09:00 hrs, where they will meet the Beyond Wild team before commencing the journey towards Dhangarhi Gate.
After completing the necessary park formalities, your first safari begins. The drive from Dhangarhi to Dhikala is much more than a transfer. It is an extraordinary wildlife experience in its own right, passing through towering Sal forests, river crossings and open valleys before arriving at the famous Dhikala grasslands.
After checking into the historic Dhikala Forest Rest House and enjoying lunch, head out once again for your first dedicated evening safari.
As the afternoon light spreads across the Chaurs, herds of elephants often emerge from the forests while deer gather in the open grasslands. Every drive offers the excitement of discovering what waits beyond the next bend.
Return to the Forest Rest House for dinner and your first night deep inside Corbett.
The day begins early, when the forest is at its quietest and wildlife activity is already underway.
Life inside Dhikala follows the rhythm of the forest.
The day begins before sunrise, when mist hangs over the Ramganga floodplains and the first calls of birds signal the arrival of dawn.
With steaming tea in hand, set out into one of India's most spectacular wilderness landscapes as the forest slowly comes to life.
Each morning and evening safari explores the magic of the Dhikala Range.
Between drives, return to the lodge to rest and enjoy a leisurely meal before heading out again later in the day.
With another full day in the wilderness, there is time to explore beyond the most familiar routes and follow fresh signs of animal movement.
One drive may take you across expansive grasslands where elephants feed peacefully, while another winds through dense Sal forests where fresh tiger tracks often appear on the roads.
The Ramganga reservoir, riverine forests and countless woodland tracks ensure that every game drive feels completely different.
The quieter hours between safaris are best spent relaxing at the resort and absorbing the atmosphere of the surrounding wilderness.
Your final morning begins with one last safari through the Dhikala Range before returning to the Forest Rest House for breakfast.
After checking out, begin the return journey towards Dhangarhi Gate. This final transit safari provides another opportunity to explore the magnificent forests of Corbett before reaching Ramnagar at approximately 12:00 hrs (will change a bit as per season), where the tour concludes.
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| Cancelled this far ahead | You get back |
|---|---|
| 120 days (or more) | 90% of tour cost refunded |
| 61 to 119 days | 40% of tour cost refunded |
| 31 to 60 days | 30% of tour cost refunded |
| 15 to 30 days | 20% of tour cost refunded |
| 14 days (or less), or no show | No refund |
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