Uttarakhand is one of the best tourist destinations in India with its beautiful, colorful and exotic places. The place of myths and mountains, Uttarakhand has a dramatic terrain with towering peaks, placid lakes and gorging rivers. The twisting roads through thick forests lead to many spectacular sights. Boasting the best wildlife tours in Uttarakhand, it is home to 9 wildlife sanctuaries, the maximum in India. Uttarakhand is rich in flora and fauna and most of the state is covered with forest ranging from the alpine to tropical rainforests. The flame of the forest, jacaranda, yellow laburnum, pines, oak are some of the trees found in the forests.
The wildlife in Uttarakhand is made of a fascinating ragtag group and is home to many charismatic species both large and small. Best known for its signature species- tigers, elephants, monkeys, langurs, leopards, and antelopes. While the tigers and leopards are elusive and hard to spot, the antelopes and elephants are less shy. Enjoy wandering in the forests on the back of an elephant.
The legend of Jim Corbett lives on in the famed tiger reserve that bears his name and is home to the Bengal Tiger. This is India’s oldest and first wildlife sanctuary covered with Sal forests. Enjoy trekking and seeing alpine flora and fauna in India’s highest wildlife sanctuary- Nanda Devi National Park. The revered Valley of flowers is also a part of this biosphere. Gangotri National Park and Nellong Valley are dominated by alpine Oaks and Betula. The lucky few may spot a snow leopard, Himalayan blue sheep and musk deer on their wildlife tour in Uttarakhand.
If you love the excitement of uncertainty, then these wildlife safaris will enthrall you.
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Expanded over an area of 308 sq km, Jim Corbett National Park was established in the year 1936 and is one of the oldest national parks in the country. Situated at the base of the magnificent Himalayas, it is the first Tiger Reserve in the country and stands to be one of the most popular weekend getaways from Delhi. Though visitors are allowed to certain parts of the reserve, the park makes for a fun and exciting wildlife tour. The national park is the perfect place for those wildlife species that seek refuge in its wonderfully green thickets. As the first national park to introduce and execute the ‘Project tiger’ campaign, Corbett national Park has been repeatedly termed as one of the best national parks in the country! So get your cameras and binoculars ready to go wildlife exploring soon! Distance from Delhi: 254km Best time to visit: November to June Attractions: Bengal Tigers, Indian Elephant, Wild Buffaloes, Leopards, Crocodiles and Gharials Activities: Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Wildlife Tours and nature photography
In the local language, Lal Tibba means the Red Hill. This is said to be the oldest and the most populated place in Mussoorie. The place is known for its scenic beauty courtesy the pleasant sunrise and sunset that leave the visitors spell bound. Do carry woolens irrespective of the month of the visit. Location: It is situated in the Landour area and lies at an altitude of 8000 metre above the sea level. Highlights: Lal Tibba is even famous as the Depot Hill because of the presence of a depot here. Besides this there is camp of the Indian Military services, All India Radio and Doordarshan. Hills of the Lal Tibba are also popular amongst the shoppers as there are a number of markets in the nearby areas. Best Time: The best and the most ideal time to visit Lal Tibba is the summer months of March and June. Avoid travel during the monsoon months as there maybe leeches here.
Amongst all the exhilarating treks in Uttaranchal or Uttarakhand, the trek to the Valley of Flowers is known to be the most enchanting and mesmeric. Discovered in 1931 by Frank Smith, a vivid botanist, explorer and mountaineer, the locals still believes the valley to be the abode of the angels and fairies.The mystical and heavenly appearance, mesmeric beauty and the splendid outlook of the valley make it such.Originating from Ghangria; on the foothills of the Western Himalayas, this fascinating trek comprises of rugged terrains, narrow passages, enticing views of the nearby peaks and steep climbs. Ascending the strenuous terrains, it takes around a few hours to reach the main valley and upon reaching the flat land, one should spend enough time exploring and witnessing the wonders of the nature.Best season: Mid July to Mid AugustDuration: 6 DaysAltitude: 3,600 m
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