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In
India, the association between man and elephant goes back 5000
years. Celebrated in mythology, heralded as a symbol of
India's imperial past and part of the religious ceremonies of
temples in South India, the elephant is an integral part of
Indian folklore. In the North-East, the creature has been
domesticated and serves its owner in so many ways that it is
considered part of the family. It's no co-incidence that the
elephant-headed Ganesha is India's most popular deity.
Not too long ago, the domain of the Asian Elephant (Elephus
Maximus) ranged from Central, South to Southeast Asia. Today,
after years of rampant poaching and habitat destruction, it is
confined to tiny pockets in Southeast Asia and India. In fact,
India holds more than half of its global population. Corbett
is the northernmost extend of the Asian Elephant, while
Kaziranga in the northeast and the southern domain of Bandipur,
Nagarahole and Periyar are some of the finest remaining
habitats of these giants in India.
You can observe the age-old bond between the elephant and the
mahout during our safaris or at the several Elephant Training
Camps in India. At Theppakadu, near Mudumalai Wildlife
Sanctuary, more elephants have been born in captivity than
anywhere else in the world. Dubare Reserve Forest was where
the Maharaja of Mysore used to have elephants trained for the
famous Mysore Dussehra. However, the ultimate experience is an
elephant safari, where not only do you get deep penetrating
forays into the jungle and excellent game viewing and
birdwatching opportunities, but also a chance to interact with
these gentle giants.
Corbett National
Park
Duration:
8 Nights / 9 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi " Corbett National Park "
Lohachor " Ratwadhap " Haldupura " Corbett National Park "
Delhi
Day 01:
Arrival at Delhi
Arrive to at the international airport of Delhi. Here, the
representative of Indian Tours Catalogue will meet you. He
will help you further in the tour. Get transferred to a hotel
in Delhi. We already have rooms here for you on ready to
occupy basis. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
Take your breakfast in the morning. Get ready to enjoy the
full day of sightseeing tour of the two exciting cities of New
and Old Delhi. In the morning, you will first start with New
Delhi.
The modern city
of New Delhi is the capital of India. This ancient city traces
its history long back in time. It is a significant gateway to
start your tour to India, especially north India. There is so
much to see in Delhi and so many places to visit. Originally
designed and developed by the British architect Sir Edwin
Lutyens in the colonial period, New Delhi will attract you
with its broad tree lined avenues, well cultivated parks and
horizon marked with skyscrapers well teemed with the
historical monuments.
You can visit the
Rashtrapati Bhawan, which is the formal and official residence
of the President of India. The 42 m high memorial arch made of
stone, India Gate can be next on your list. Also see the
shopping center of Connaught Place, Laxmi Narayan or Birla
Temple, Parliament House and the Humayun's Tomb dating back to
mid 16th century.
In old Delhi, you
can best enjoy the world famous architectural masterpieces,
bustling streets and the colorful bazaars. Originally built by
Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Old Delhi nestles many famous
monuments such as the Red Fort, Jama Masjid and the Raj Ghat,
the place where the father of the nation Mahatma Gandhi is
buried. Get ready to enjoy the thrilling cycle rickshaw ride
through the busy lanes of the market place of Chandni Chowk.
It is the main street of Old Delhi. Stay overnight in your
hotel in Delhi.
SIGHTSEEING AND SAFARI
As I mentioned
earlier, Dhikala is a good base for roaming around the forest.
Access to Dhikala is restricted to those who are staying in
the forest department guesthouses. For those who do not stay
in these guest houses, only way to go to Dhikala is to take
the CTR group safari van, which leaves everyday early in the
morning(approx 8 hours, 100kms). But there are other places
like Bijrani area where you can take your own vehicle with a
guide along. Permission can be taken at CTR office for this.
If you opt to stay in Dhikala, you may have to hire a jeep to
travel into Dhikala and for roaming around the forest once you
are there. No other transport is available to reach Dhikala.
When you are on the way to Dhikala, don’t miss giving a visit
to the museum at Dhangadi gate. You can also opt for elephant
safaris(twice a day, morning and evening) at Dhikala.
Day 03: Delhi - Corbett Tiger Reserve
In the morning, you will take a drive to world renowned Jim
Corbett National Park. As you reach, check in the hotel. Enjoy
your lunch at the hotel and later set on for an exhilarating
Jeep Safari in Jim Corbett National Park. Get ready to witness
and discover the multi-facets of rich flora and fauna. It is
one of the most picturesque and beautiful tiger reserves of
India. Take your dinner at the hotel and stay overnight.
Day 04:
Corbett - Lohachor
Wake and get ready by 06.30 hrs to enjoy a half an hour drive
to the north of Durga Devi. Reach Durga Devi and get ready to
enjoy a full day thrilling ride on Elephant, which can go
about 15 kms long. Take your packed lunch on the route. Late
in the afternoon, take a journey to Lohachor. You will reach
Lohachor in evening. Take your dinner and stay overnight in
Lohachor.
Day 05:
Lohachor - Ratwadhap
Post breakfast by 06.30 hrs, you will proceed on your journey
with packed lunch along. Enjoy your exciting full day Elephant
Safari ride. Reach to Ratwadhap. Take your dinner and stay
overnight in Ratwadhap.
Day 06:
Ratwadhap - Haldupura
Take your breakfast and by 06.30 hrs get ready to move on the
thrilling full day Elephant ride. Have your lunch that you
have packed with you. Reach to Haldupura. Take your dinner and
stay overnight in Haldupura
Day 07:
Haldupura - Corbett
Wake up early and get off your hotel to enjoy an early morning
Elephant ride or Jeep ride to have the superb views of
unforgettable wildlife in Corbett. Come back for breakfast.
You can relax for some time. Again go to Corbett National Park
to take up another round of viewing wildlife. Have your dinner
and stay overnight at the resort in Corbett.
Day 08:
Corbett - Delhi
Take a drive back to Delhi early in the morning. Check in a
hotel as your reach Delhi. The day is at your leisure so that
you can take rest. In the late afternoon get ready to do a
little last minute shopping in the famous markets of Delhi.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 09: Delhi
- Further Destination
Take your breakfast and get transferred to international
airport. Board a flight to your onward destination with
lingering sweet memories of incredible India |
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