Rishikesh

Jungle Safari at Rajaji National Park

Open Time : 6:00 am to 6:00 pm

Entry : paid

Address : Rajaji National Park Safari Booking Office, Cheela Dam - Rishikesh Road, Cheela Colony, Uttarakhand, India

Website : https://www.rajajinationalpark.co.in/index.htm

Why to visit Jungle Safari at Rajaji National Park

The 34-kilometre-long Jungle Safari in Rishikesh departs from Chilla, and is a set route designed for Jeep safaris through the wilderness. The Safari lasts for roughly two to three hours. 

The Rajaji National Park and the Jungle Safari are renowned for seeing Asian Elephants, Striped Hyenas, Leopards, Barking Deer, Nilgai, Wild Boars, etc., as stunning, uncommon birds like the Great Indian Hornbill, Kingfishers, Blue-headed Thrushes, Oriental White Eyes, etc.

Details about Jungle Safari in Rishikesh

  • Car entry: INR 250/- (Indians) ; INR 500/- (Foreigners) 
  • Cameras: Free (Indians); INR 50/- (Foreigners) 
  • Gipsy charge: INR 2500/- (approx) 
  • Cost of the guide: INR 600/- (General guide); INR 1500/- (Wildlife guide) 
  • Timings: 6 am to 9 am (Morning) ; 3 pm to 6 pm (Evening) 
  • Safari base: Starts from Chila
  • Distance: 34 km
  • Duration: 2 to 3 hours
  • Best time to go for safari: October to February

[Note: Discounts for students are only available if the tour is an official institutional educational tour. Children over the age of 3 are charged.]

FAQ on Jungle Safari at Rajaji National Park

When is the time of year for a safari in the forest in Rajaji National Park?

The greatest time to travel is from October to February. In India, most national parks reopen in October after many monsoon months.

What are the regulations for Rajaji National Park's jungle safari?

Avoiding things like loud speaking, eating, littering, yelling at animals, and getting out of your car are just a few. It is best to avoid wearing bright clothing. It is advised to wear muted colours that blend in with the surroundings.

Can anyone bring a phone on a jungle safari?

Mobile phone use and carrying are prohibited inside parks. Also, we won't have much access to a network, therefore it is not worthwhile to carry a phone on a safari drive.

Which places are ideal for a jungle safari?

Corbett National Park, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Gir National Park, Kanha National Park and Bandhavgarh National Park are ideal for a jungle safari.

Special Tip

Visitors are encouraged to wear light colours, particularly green or brown. The park allows the use of cameras. Basic necessities like water will be provided for visitors in the jeep, but visitors are urged to bring their own water bottles.

By Abhilasha Prasad

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