Dehradun

Rajaji National Park

Open Time : 6 a.m - 9 a.m, 3 p.m - 6 p.m

Entry : paid

Address : Rajaji National Park, Malhan Range, Uttarakhand, India

Website : http://www.rajajinationalpark.co.in/

Phone : 9982907130

Why to visit Rajaji National Park

Close to the city, but with an amazing sense of wild serenity. That is the allure of Rajaji National Park, which is well known for its elephant population. The park is noted for its scenic beauty and great bio-diversity and is located in the Himalayan foothills near Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Dehradun, with the Ganga and Song rivers flowing through it.

Things to do near Rajaji National Park:

  • Rajaji National Park offers popular wildlife safaris. There are options for both jeep and elephant safaris. Every day from 6 am to 9 am and from 3 pm to 6 pm, vehicle safaris are offered twice.
  • There is also a tiger reserve within its boundaries, which is home to over 50 different kinds of mammals, including Asian Elephants, Tigers, Leopards, Sloth Bears, Himalayan Black Bears, and Jackals.
  • Additional adventurous activities in Rajaji National Park include rafting and canoeing. On request, 3-hour rafting experiences on sections of the River Ganges streams longer than 12 km are available.
  • The broad grasslands on the foothills between the western and central Himalayas increase the variety of bird species, which improves viewing opportunities for birdwatchers.

  • By offering possibilities for volunteer travel and educating visitors about the local flora and fauna, Rajaji National Park encourages ecotourism or responsible travel.

Entrance Timings at Rajaji National Park:

  • Morning: 6 am to 9 am
  • Evening: 3 pm to 6 pm

Entrance Fees at Rajaji National Park:

  • Indians: 150/-
  • Foreigners: 600/-

FAQ on Rajaji National Park

How to reach Rajaji National Park?

The Park is easily accessible from Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, and Dehradun and has multiple gates. Saharanpur, which has excellent rail connections to other Indian towns, is also a starting point for road travel that takes one hour to get to the Mohand region of the Park. Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the closest airport (35km). There is a daily flight to Delhi that takes 55 minutes from Jolly Grant Airport. Rishikesh (18 km), Dehradun (24 km), and Haridwar (24 km) are the closest railway stations (56 Km). Delhi (220 km) and Lucknow (510 km) are the closest routes by bus or automobile to go to the park. Chilla is 24 km from Rishikesh and approximately 8 km from Haridwar Railway Station, which has excellent connections to major cities.

What is the best time to visit near Rajaji National Park?

The months of November to June are the ideal times to explore Rajaji National Park. During the monsoon, the park is closed.

What are the places to stay near Rajaji National Park?

Wild Brook Treat (0 km), The Anand (7.6 km) and Nandini Homestay (8.4 km) are the places to stay near Rajaji National Park.

What are the places to eat near Rajaji National Park?

Chidderwala (3 km), Green Valley Restaurant (3 km) and K S N Restaurant ( 4 km)are the places to eat near Rajaji National Park

Special Tip

All visitors need entry permits to be allowed in the park. Wear dull coloured clothes. Marginal distance to be maintained in wildlife.

By Abhilasha Prasad

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