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Vegetation |
| Extensive forests of Sal cover almost 73 per cent
of the park in the lower hills and valleys. Haldu is frequently
associated with Sal as is Karipak and Rohini. Bakli with its
red leaves grows on the higher ridges along with a species of
indigenous conifer called Chir. Also present are gurail, khetwa,
dhauri, ber, amla ,papri, mahuwa . There are 33 grass species
in the park, including bamboo.
Jamun is found along dry riverbeds in the more exposed areas.
Sisham and Khair are found along the Ramganga river. Shrubs
are predominant and climbers common. Rare ground orchids are
scattered in certain areas.
Lantana and Marijuana (Canabis) are weeds that compete with
local species.
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Take a Break |
| Thirty two km from Ramnagar on the Nainital road,
past Kaladhungi, is Jim Corbett's old house which has been turned
into a museum. There is an Orientation Centre at Bijrani and
a restaurant that is worth a visit. At Dhikala wildlife films
are shown free every evening in the open area overlooking behind
the canteen.
The restaurant there serves up a delicious breakfast. Try
it after a morning round in the chaur.
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Contacts |
Field Director, Corbett National Park,
P O Ramnagar 244 715,
District Nainital,
Uttar Pradesh.
Main Reception Centre at Ramnagar (about 1.5 kms from the
station) Tel: 91-(05946) 85489, Fax: 91-85376.
Field Director, Project Tiger,
Corbett National Park,
Main Reception Centre,
PO Ramnagar,
Dist. Nainital,
UP.
Tel: at Main Reception Centre. 91-(05946) 85489
Fax: 91-85376
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The Chief Wildlife Warden in Lucknow
Tel: 91-(0522) 283902.
Moneychangers: Travellers Cheques can be
exchanged at the State Bank of India in Ramnagar.
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Insider Tips |
• An unfortunate accident took place in
1985 when a British ornithologist David Hunt was killed by a
tigress. Following the call of an owl, Hunt ran up a grassy
slope for a better look. Here he unwittingly disturbed a tigress
with cubs and lost his life. Walking on foot in wild places
is a very bad idea and running is even worse. After this incident
no trekking or walking whatsoever is permitted.
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The park has several entrance gates. The closest leads to the
camp at Bijrani and is 1 km away from Ramnagar. Good for a day
trip.
• Dhangari Gate is 18 km towards Ranikhet and
accesses the northern and northwestern side of the park, along
the Ramganga valley and the camp at Dhikala. Give yourself enough
time to visit all the different areas of the park.
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For birdwatchers, a book on the birds of Corbett would be good
accompaniment. There are very few highs that compare with identifying
a bird correctly in its natural habitat by sound or flash of
feather.
• April, May and June are great months for
wildlife photographers.
• If you visit in winter,
make sure you are well equipped with warm clothes.
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Hire a four-wheel drive vehicle. Gates close at sunset. Strictly
no night driving allowed.
• If you plan to drive in
winter, check out the smog situation. It can reduce visibility
on the roads to just a few metres till noon and can pose some
hazards unless you instruct your driver to drive sensibly.
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Survival Guide |
• If you are staying at one of the
forest resthouses be sure to carry enough rations as well as
medication that you may require, for the closest town is Ramnagar.
Take sleeping bags too.
• It is best to have your
own vehicle for the entire duration of your stay, just in case
of a medical emergency.
• Always check your shoes
before you wear them. Scorpions love dark places.
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Arrange for bottled water.
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