Dhikala zone

Dhikala is one of the most popular sought after tourist accommodation in Corbett Tiger Reserve. Herd of elephants and spotted deers pack the vast expanse of famous Dhikala Chaur. This is probably the best place in the Tiger Reserve to spot very rare Hog Deer.

Staying at Dhikala is an experience every wildlife enthusiast looks forward to. Dhangari gate is entrance for Dhikala zone. Dhangari gate is located 18 kms away from Ramnagar while Dhikala Tourist Complex is located 31 Kms inside the Dhangari Gate. Dhikala is open for tourists from 15th November to 15th June. But remains inaccessible during Monsoon season. Dhikala tourist complex overlooks Ramganga Reservoir and is a perfect place to observe Crocodiles and Gharials basking in the banks of Ramganga.

Accommodation : Dhikala Forest Rest House

Different kinds of accommodations are available at Dhikala. Along with the Forest Rest House, Cabins, Hutment, Annexe Dhikala also has 24 bunk beds in Log Huts. The rooms are comfortable with basis amenities.

Food & Other Services : Dhikala Forest Rest House

A very good restaurant caters to the need of visitors staying in the Dhikala Tourist Complex. The restaurant serves buffet meals with good choice of quality foods. A small Canteen is also available for the visitors.

Visitors can enjoy wildlife movie show in the evening and also spend their leisure time reading books in the well-stocked library.

Night Stay

Dhikala FRH

Dhikala renowned for its panoramic landscape is located at the edge of the Patli Dun valley, along the Ramganga with the Kanda ridge as a backdrop. The heritage building of the old FRH built in 1890's. Though it was one of the first accommodation facilities to be constructed inside the park, staff did not live here during the monsoons till 1963 since it was highly infested with malaria. The ground floor was used as the DFO office and the top floor for accommodation of the forest officers. It has the unique distinction of being the venue for the launch of the "Project Tiger". Subsequently after 1975, Dhikala was formally opened and accommodation increased due to sudden boost in tourism. Apart from the old FRH building several other kinds of accommodation have also been added. The complex is a complete entity in itself with restaurants, nature guides, jeep safaris, a well-stocked library, movie shows in the evening and walking tracks. A post office is available to share experiences from the park with letters. Watchtowers located nearby provide excellent views of the entire Ramganga riverbed and the magnificent chaurs.

• HUTMENT

  Room Type: HUTMENT-(Double Bed)
  Location: Dhikala
  Entry Gate: Dhangari Gate
  Distance from Ramnagar: 40 km
  No. of Rooms: 6
  Restaurant and Canteen: Yes
  

• CABIN-Double Bed

  Room Type: CABIN-(Double Bed)
  Location: Dhikala
  Entry Gate: Dhangari Gate
  Distance from Ramnagar: 40 km
  No. of Rooms: 3
  Restaurant and Canteen: Yes
  

Gairal FRH

The old Gairal Forest complex was built in 1903. The New FRH there has four rooms and an eight-bed Dormitory, is situated next to the Ramganga River where it enters the National park. The FRH enjoys a tranquil environment of great beauty and is excellent for bird watching. The crocodile pool, nearby offers the opportunity to see the gharial in the water or basking on the adjoining rocks.

• GAIRAL (NEW FRH)

  Room Type: NEW FRH-(Double Bed)
  Location: Gairal
  Entry Gate: Dhangari Gate
  Distance from Ramnagar: 30 km
  No. of Rooms: 4
  Restaurant and Canteen: Yes
  

• GAIRAL Dormitory

  Room Type: Dormitory
  Location: Gairal
  Entry Gate: Dhangari Gate
  Distance from Ramnagar: 30 km
  No. of Rooms: 8
  Restaurant and Canteen: Yes
  

Sarpduli FRH

One of the most beautiful Forest Rest House of Corbett overlooking the Ramganga is located at Sarpaduli, 30 kms from Ramnagar. It was built in 1908. Elephant movement is fairly common in the area and visitors can even spot Otters in the river nearby. Ghoral can be sighted on the slopes across the Ramganga. Large pools of Mahseer and fish-eating birds like kingfisher, fish eagle, etc. may be seen in this area.

• Sarpduli FRH

  Room Type: FRH-(Double Bed)
  Location: Sarpduli
  Entry Gate: Dhangari Gate
  Distance from Ramnagar: 30 km
  No. of Rooms: 2
  Kitchen: Yes
  

• Sarpduli Dormitory

  Room Type: Dormitory
  Location: Sarpduli
  Entry Gate: Dhangari Gate
  Distance from Ramnagar: 30 km
  No. of Beds: 3
  Kitchen: Yes
  

Attractions

Canter Safari

Canter Safari in Corbett is the best option for those who reside outside the Dhikala Zone and wish to sight the wildlife of the area. Canter is a 16 seater open air bus that drives from Ramnagar to Dhikala and then back to Ramnagar. For canter safari also one needs to make prior booking using the official website.

How to Reach Dhikala

One can reach Dhikala via Dhangarhi gate which is 18 kms from Ramnagar. Please view the route map.

Dhikala Range Entry Timing

One can enter Dhikala range via Dhangarhi Gate and the entry timing to Dhikala range from this gate is 10:00 AM till 4:00 PM.