Wild Life

Rajaji National Park

Surrounded by mountains, Dehradun endures as a perfect retreat with beautiful spots for picnics and excursions. Its pleasant climate adds. further to its charm and makes it an attractive tourist destination. Established in 1966 on the edge of the Dehradunvalley is Rajaji National Park, covering an area of approx 820 sq. kms. The wildlife here includes elephant, tiger, panther, bear, chital, sambar, wild bear, kakar, python, i monitor lizard and a large variety of avian fauna. You find many
opportunities of viewing these animals in their natural habitat here.

General Information

Area       : 820 sq. km.

Altitude : 300 to 1350 mts.

Main tourist centres : Chilla, Motichur & Dholkhand
Tourist Season          : Nov. 15 to June 15

Temperature

Summer : Max. 42°C
Winter    : Min O°C

How to Reach 

Air      : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 33 kms.

Rail    : Nearest railhead is at Haridwar (8 kms.) and Dehradun (24 kms.).

Road  : The National Park is 220 kms. from Delhi & from Lucknow it is at a distance of 510 kms. 

Elephants are. available for wildlife viewing at Chilla and Dholkand.
Elephant rides are conducted morning and evening.

Accommodation

Forest Rest House, Motichur
Forest Rest House, Kansrao
Forest Rest House, Asarorhi
Forest Rest House, Ranipur
Forest Rest House, Dholkhand
Forest Rest House, Beri Bara
Forest Rest House, Chilla
Forest Rest House, Kunao
Forest Rest House, Chilla

Eating out

Dining facilities are available at Chilla Tourist Lodgs.

Facilities

Banks are at Haridwar and dehradun. Medical facilities are available at Haridwar and Dehradun.
 

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