Sprawling over 1173 hectares, Dhela Zone is the sixth eco-tourism zone of Corbett Tiger Reserve that was brought on India tourism map in 2014. Dhela Ecotourism zone remains open for tourists throughout the year. The zone is 18 kilometers from the Ramnagar, right beside the Jhirna safari zone of Corbett Tiger Reserve. Here, you can find mixed forest such as Saal, Rohini, Haldu, Bahera, Kusum vegetation, which makes it ideal for birdwatching tour in Jim Corbett Park. Along with abundant flora and bird population, Dhela Tourism Zone has a good population of Deer Species (Barking, Sambhar and Chital), Tigers, Leopards, Asiatic Elephants, Sloth Bears and King Cobras. For Jeep safari, there are overall two trails giving tourists an opportunity to stroll around three to four km in the wild. On an average, 180 tourists - 90 each in the Morning and Afternoon shifts - will be allowed to visit the Dhela zone every day. If you're mesmerized by the beauty of the place then you can stay at the Dhela Forest Rest House. The main attraction of the zone is Laldhang, a grassland where one can spot wild pigs, Neelgai, and birds too.
Dhela Ecotourism zone remains open for tourists throughout the year. Dhela Zone was crafted out of the southern buffer forests and is the newest eco-tourism zone that was opened for tourists in December 2014. The mixed forest plantation and moist deciduous attracts scores of sambhar deer, a favourite meal of the tigers.
This zone is extremely rich in flora and fauna. The zone spreads over 1,173 hectares, which has mixed forests of Sal, Rohini, Haldu, Bahera, Kusum vegetation, and tigers, leopards, Asiatic elephants, sloth bears, and king cobras. The area is particularly rich in bird diversity.
A vast Laldhang chaur is the main attraction of this zone. The grassland is often seen packed with elephants, deers & tigers. Several wild pigs and Neelgai can also be seen here. The area is also a very sought after place for visitors interested in grassland birds.
Dhela Forest Reset House: Double Bed Room Type: FRH(Single Bed) Location: Beside The Jhirna Zone Entry Gate: Dhela Gate Distance from Ramnagar: 18 km No. of Rooms: 1 Restaurant and Canteen: Yes
Mentioned below are the timings of the Dhela Zone Morning: 5:45AM - 9:15AM and Evening: 3:00PM - 6:15PM
Best time to visit October to Mid June.
Jeep Safari:- The Dhela zone can be visited on a day safari, the permit for which can be reserved using the official website. The safari is done using the registered vehicles and a mandatory guide. Private vehicles are not allowed in this zone just like the other zones of Corbett Tiger Reserve
Chaurs (Grass Lands):- A vast Laldhang chaur is the main attraction of this zone. The grassland is often seen packed with elephants and deers. Several wild pigs and Neelgai can also be seen here. The area is also a very sought after place for visitors interested in grassland birds.
How to Reach:- The entry for Dhela zone is common with the Jhirna zone and is from Dhela gate which is located at a distance of approx. 18 kms from Ramnagar.
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