Jungle Near Me Tour and Travels

Overview

About this journey

The signature — every shade of Uttarakhand, ending inside Dhikala FRH.

Nine days covering Nainital + Bhimtal Lakes + Mukteshwar + Almora + Binsar + Kausani + Corbett — concluding with the flagship overnight stay inside Dhikala Forest Rest House. The most comprehensive itinerary in our line-up. Dhikala leg requires 90-day advance booking.

Key facts

Start point: Howrah Railway Station, Kolkata
End point: Howrah Railway Station, Kolkata
Group size: Up to 6 guests
Min age: 10 years
Train: Return ticket ex-Howrah, included

Inclusions

What's inside

Included

Return train fare ex-Howrah (AC class as per availability)
Pickup & drop at Howrah & Moradabad / Kathgodam
1 Night at Lake-view Stay, Nainital (extended option for full day)
1 Night at Hill View Boutique Stay, Mukteshwar
1 Night at Heritage Stay, Almora
1 Night at Hill-view Stay, Binsar
2 Nights at Pine Valley Heritage Stay, Kausani
1 Night at Premium Riverside Resort, Corbett
1 Night at DHIKALA Forest Rest House (room/dormitory as allotted)
All meals throughout (Dhikala FRH meals are basic veg)
1 Canter safari at Dhikala + 3 jeep safaris (Bijrani, Dhela, Jhirna)
All forest permits, guide, naturalist, Dhikala entry charges
All road transfers by private AC vehicle (6-pax)
Full sightseeing — Naini Lake, Mukteshwar Mahadev, Kasar Devi, Chitai Golu, Binsar Zero Point, Anasakti Ashram, Tea Estate, Baijnath, Garjiya Temple, Corbett Museum, Corbett Falls
Resort taxes, bonfire
Dedicated tour escort throughout

Not included

Boating, cable car, entry fees
Elephant safari (if available)
Temple donations
Adventure activities
Train fare upgrade
Personal expenses, tips
Any surcharge by Forest Dept for last-minute Dhikala
Any item not mentioned in inclusions
GST @ 5%
Travel insurance

Pricing

Per-person pricing by group size

Group size	Per person
6 pax sharing Best value	₹28,499
5 pax sharing	₹30,779
4 pax sharing	₹33,629

Indicative pricing — final quote on enquiry based on travel dates & train class.

Where you'll stay

Curated stays along the route

Forest-facing Resort · Jim Corbett National Park

-star deluxe resort on the banks of the Kosi river walking distance from the Bijrani forest gate Spacious AC cottages swimming pool in-house multi-cuisine…

Premium Lodge · Nainital

-star deluxe hotel near Mall Road with views of Naini Lake from select rooms Walking access to Tibetan Market boating point and Naina Devi…

Forest-facing Resort · Mukteshwar

-star boutique cottage property with -degree Himalayan range views Apple plum orchard on premises multi-cuisine restaurant and a sunrise viewing deck

Forest-facing Resort · Kausani / Almora / Binsar

-star valley-view property suitable for Kausani Almora and Binsar stays Wooden interiors Kumaoni cuisine specialty panoramic Himalayan view from common balcony

Final property confirmed on booking subject to availability. Every stay is personally inspected by our team — forest-facing, clean, naturalist-friendly.

Good to know

Important information

Cancellation policy

Full payment for the Dhikala leg required at booking (Forest Dept policy). 50% refund if cancelled 60+ days before travel. No refund for the Dhikala portion within 45 days. Train tickets non-refundable.

Payment terms

30% to confirm booking & hold train tickets. Balance 15 days before departure. Payments via UPI, NEFT or card.

What to carry

Warm clothes for Dhikala, Binsar, Kausani — cold even in summer
Torch / headlamp (FRH limited power)
Trekking shoes (Binsar Zero Point)
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
Camera with telephoto + extra batteries
Binoculars (essential)
Power bank (essential for Dhikala)
Raincoat (Mar-Jun thunderstorms)
Valid original photo ID — MANDATORY
Personal medicines (no medical facility inside Dhikala)

FAQs

Frequently asked

How early to book?

At least 90 days in advance — Dhikala FRH bookings open 46 days ahead and sell out within minutes for peak months.

What if Dhikala booking does not come?

We offer an upgraded alternative: extra night at Gairal FRH (Dhikala zone, riverside) + one additional safari + a partial price adjustment.

Can the 9-day itinerary be shortened?

Yes — see Package 27 (7D Triangle) or Package 28 (7D Heritage). For full Kumaon coverage with Dhikala, this 9D package is the minimum.

Best for photographers?

Yes — combination of Mukteshwar 180°, Binsar 300°, Kausani 300° panoramas + Dhikala grasslands is the premier photographic circuit in Uttarakhand.

Grand Kumaon Circuit with Dhikala FRH